Cobb County awarded $8.5M federal grant to overhaul dangerous roadways
Cobb County is utilizing a $8.5 million federal Safe Streets and Roads for All grant to implement pedestrian safety improvements and reduce crashes.
Humble Acworth officer credits 'God' for saving choking senior on New Year’s Day
A quick-thinking police officer helped to save a senior citizen's life on New Year's Day.
Cobb County man charged after shooting dog in head at local park
Dauson Womack faces an aggravated animal cruelty charge for shooting his dog at Lost Mountain Park.
Arrest made after New Year’s morning stabbing at Millwood apartments
Zuberi A. Douglas faces felony murder charges for the fatal New Year’s Day stabbing of Jerry Sampson Jr.
Minnesota driver killed in tractor-trailer crash on I-75 at Wade Green Road
Police are investigating a deadly single-vehicle crash on I-75 after a Minnesota man's tractor-trailer overturned at the Wade Green Road exit Friday morning.
Mayor Owens outlines 2026 expansion plans for Georgia's 12th largest city
Mableton Mayor Michael Owens highlights the city's transition to Qualified City Status and 2026 plans for a Municipal Court.
$1M drug bust: Massive amount of drugs, 71 guns, and live grenade found in raids
Authorities dismantled a fentanyl network supplying five Georgia counties, seizing over $1 million in illegal drugs.
Cobb County family escapes early morning fire sparked by fireworks on New Year's Day
A Cobb County family awoke to a house fire Thursday after fire officials say they did not dispose of fireworks properly.
Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | Jan. 2-4, 2026
Looking for things to do across metro Atlanta this weekend and beyond? From live music and theater to sports, festivals, and family-friendly events, here’s a county-by-county list.
New Year's Eve celebrations & events in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | 2025
List of fireworks, events and celebrations for New Year's Eve and New Year's Day in metro Atlanta and North Georgia.
Judge again pauses Georgia execution amid parole board conflict questions
Judge pauses Stacey Humphreys’ execution again pending review of alleged conflicts on Georgia’s parole board.
Teen accused of stealing thousands in East Cobb Venmo scam
Cobb County police say a 17-year-old was arrested for allegedly stealing thousands through a roadside Venmo scam in East Cobb.
DeKalb officer placed on leave after pedestrian killed on I-75
A fatal pedestrian crash on Interstate 75 in Cobb County is under investigation after an off-duty DeKalb County police officer, driving a marked patrol vehicle, struck a man Tuesday night, authorities said.
Vigil held for 19-year-old who died at ‘Stranger Things’ filming site: 'She was so full of life'
Friends and family gathered in Kennesaw for a vigil honoring 19-year-old Leah Palmirotto, who died after a fall at a fenced-off “Stranger Things" filming site on Emory University’s campus.
Missing Acworth man identified as remains found in Oglethorpe County
Remains found in Oglethorpe County were identified as Kenny Jackson Jr., a 21-year-old Acworth man missing since November.
Neighbors rally after fire destroys Cobb County family’s home
Four people were displaced after a garage fire tore through a Cobb County home early Monday.
18-year-old charged after striking Cobb patrol car during police chase
An 18-year-old driver is facing multiple felony charges after Cobb County police say he fled officers and intentionally struck a patrol vehicle during an early-morning incident.
Footprints lead to bizarre crawl space arrest at Marietta home
Cobb County deputies tracked footprints to a hole in a Marietta garage ceiling, leading to the dramatic arrest of Jason Black as he hid in a crawl space.
Motorcycle, tractor-trailer crash shuts down South Cobb Drive near I-285
Crash involving a motorcycle and tractor-trailer shut down all southbound lanes of South Cobb Drive near Interstate 285.
Pedestrian critically injured after van strikes two in Acworth crosswalk
A right-turning Mercedes Metris struck two pedestrians in an Acworth crosswalk, critically injuring one.