Stuck in bumper to bumper traffic? Need help getting around town? Depend on Katie Beasley, Good Day Atlanta's Transportation Reporter. Katie joined FOX 5 in 2013 and every morning she's ready to help you unwind Atlanta's traffic problems.
Prior to FOX 5, Katie was co-anchor of News 12 "First at Five" in Augusta, GA. She's also held the position of reporter/photojournalist and was part of News 12's award-winning high school football show. Katie's journalist skills have been recognized with three Georgia Association of Broadcasters Awards, one Georgia Associated Press Award and one Georgia Association of Broadcasters Merit Award.
So, why would Katie knowingly drive right into the infamous Atlanta gridlock? Well, its home! Katie grew up in Canton, where her family still lives. It was there that her passion for television news began to grow. She was even a co-anchor for her elementary school's news when she was in the fifth grade.
Katie graduated cum laude from the University of Georgia, earning a B.A. in Broadcast News Journalism. She loves the Southeast and can't imagine being anywhere else.
Wednesday, June 12 2013 9:40 AM EDT2013-06-12 13:40:01 GMT
AAA reports the ease of hands-free tech might make it easier for motorists to text, talk and post while they drive -- but that might be doing more harm than good.
AAA reports the ease of hands-free tech might make it easier for motorists to text, talk and post while they drive -- but that might be doing more harm than good.
Wednesday, June 5 2013 6:41 AM EDT2013-06-05 10:41:30 GMT
One organization is working to make Metro Atlanta streets safer for pedestrians and even encourage people to walk more.
One organization is working to make metro Atlanta streets safer and even encourage people to walk, as opposed to driving. Pedestrians Educating Drivers on Safety, or PEDS, is working to make Atlanta more walkable one street, intersection and crosswalk at a time.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 5:55 AM EDT2013-05-14 09:55:03 GMT
Sandy Springs police say the number of reported hit and runs are up right now -- everything from fender benders to fatal pedestrian wrecks. So how do they catch a hit and run driver?
Sandy Springs police say the number of reported hit and runs are up right now -- everything from fender benders to fatal pedestrian wrecks. So how do they catch a hit and run driver?
Thursday, May 2 2013 6:22 AM EDT2013-05-02 10:22:00 GMT
You may be starting to see them more and more around Georgia -- roundabout intersections. The Georgia Department of Transportation says in most cases they improve safety, and help with congestion.
You may be starting to see them more and more around Georgia -- roundabout intersections. The Georgia Department of Transportation says in most cases they improve safety, help with congestion, and are more cost efficient.
Thursday, April 25 2013 6:44 AM EDT2013-04-25 10:44:36 GMT
Some civil engineering students at Georgia Tech are working on a few projects to make getting around the city easier. They're a part of the Georgia Transportation Institute and soon, you could be using their research.
Some civil engineering students at Georgia Tech are working on a few projects to make getting around the city easier. They're a part of the Georgia Transportation Institute and soon, you could be using their research.
Wednesday, April 17 2013 6:13 AM EDT2013-04-17 10:13:56 GMT
An intersection more than 30 years in the making is kick starting growth in one Cherokee County city.
An intersection more than 30 years in the making is kick starting growth in one Cherokee County city. This past winter, Woodstock added the Ridgewalk Parkway exit to Interstate 575, and now a 370,000 square foot outlet mall plans to call the intersection home.
Friday, April 12 2013 6:23 AM EDT2013-04-12 10:23:43 GMT
If you've got a teenager, chances are you already have some sleepless nights worrying about them. But, it hits a whole new level when they start to drive!
If you've got a teenager, chances are you already have some sleepless nights worrying about them. But, it hits a whole new level when they start to drive!
