SUMMARY: A man was rescued from a garbage truck in Northeast Atlanta after reportedly sleeping in a dumpster. Sanitation workers found him when he screamed as the crew prepared to empty the dumpster. Emergency responders used special equipment to free the man, who was reportedly naked and suffered serious leg injuries. Witnesses described the scene with fire trucks and ambulances blocking the area. Although the circumstances of how he ended up there remain unclear, community members expressed relief at his survival, emphasizing the importance of recognizing his humanity regardless of his circumstances. He was taken to the hospital for treatment.

A man was reportedly crushed inside of a trash truck in Atlanta. Crews were able to rescue the man and pull him from the truck. FOX 5’s Eric Perry has the story.

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SUMMARY: As Valentine’s Day approaches, Doctor’s Hospital in Augusta reports a rise in flu cases, with symptoms including sneezing, runny noses, and coughing doubling compared to last year. Dr. Hetal Thakore highlights that the very young and elderly are most at risk for complications, such as bacterial pneumonia. Additionally, with allergy season nearing, particularly hay fever, health experts warn that increased pollen in April and May can worsen symptoms like sneezing and post-nasal drip. Recommendations include minimizing outdoor activities, showering to remove pollen, and using nasal rinses. Poor air quality from debris after Hurricane Helene is also a concern.

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SUMMARY: Luxury hotels in New York City, including the Roosevelt Hotel, received $59 million from FEMA to shelter immigrants but were linked to the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua and the convicted killer of nursing student Laken Riley. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem publicly criticized this funding, disclosing that the Roosevelt was used as a gang base and for housing suspects. Following these revelations, four FEMA employees were fired. The murder of Riley has become a conservative rallying cry, leading to the passage of the Laken Riley Act, aimed at detaining undocumented individuals charged with serious crimes.

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