Paul Yates joined FOX 5 Atlanta in 1973 and began reporting in 1977. Covering Georgia's news for nearly 40 years, Paul is a fixture in the FOX 5 newsroom as well as the Capitol, Governor's Mansion and other places of state politics.
Paul has worn many hats at FOX 5 including floor director, film and video tape editor and producer. That's why he knows television news inside and out.
In addition to covering the Georgia legislature, Paul has covered national political campaigns, major legal trials and several hurricanes. Although his knowledge of government is deep, Paul's storytelling skills make it easy for viewers to understand the complex workings of the legislature.
An award winning journalist, Paul has been recognized with a Best Deadline Reporting award from the Sigma Delta Professional Journalism Society. He's also won Georgia Associated Press and Emmy awards.
Wednesday, June 12 2013 6:01 PM EDT2013-06-12 22:01:59 GMT
A Cobb County church has made a public invitation to Boy Scout troops that need a new home.
A Cobb County church has made a public invitation to Boy Scout troops that need a new home. It's a response to fallout from the decision by the Boy Scouts of America to allow openly gay scouts.
Monday, June 10 2013 9:30 AM EDT2013-06-10 13:30:17 GMT
You're about to meet two of your newest neighbors. Just a warning: they've got teeth and claws – so be nice! Two baby African lion cubs now call Dahlonega their home.
You're about to meet two of your newest neighbors. Just a warning: they've got teeth and claws – so be nice! Two baby African lion cubs now call Dahlonega their home.
Monday, June 3 2013 9:40 PM EDT2013-06-04 01:40:19 GMT
A divided U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that police can take DNA samples from people they arrest for serious crimes. The court decision comes in a Maryland case and it's unclear if it will have an effect in Georgia.
A divided U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that police can take DNA samples from people they arrest for serious crimes. The court decision comes in a Maryland case and it's unclear if it will have an effect in Georgia.
Friday, May 31 2013 10:41 PM EDT2013-06-01 02:41:18 GMT
Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed criticized what he called a "turnstile situation" at the Fulton County Jail. The mayor issued his criticism on Friday while responding to questions about the recent crimes in east Atlanta.
Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed criticized what he called a "turnstile situation" at the Fulton County Jail. The mayor issued his criticism on Friday while responding to questions about the recent crimes in east Atlanta.
