McDonough man arrested for kidnapping ex-girlfriend outside workplace

A McDonough man is facing multiple felony charges after Carrollton police say he forcibly kidnapped his ex-girlfriend outside her workplace on Wednesday.

Villa Rica residents stand firm against Mirror Lake Connector Project

The City of Villa Rica wants to extend the Mirror Lake Connector through a spot where homes currently sit. It's a fight that's been going on for years.

Firefighters rescue dog from burning Carroll County home

A group of Carroll County firefighters are getting kudos for their bravery in saving the life of a family dog.

Armed man threatened to kill employees at Carrollton bank, police say

A man is behind bars after he threatened to kill people inside a Carrollton Wells Fargo over issues with his bank account, police say.

17-year-old Carroll County student arrested for school murder plot

A 17-year-old student at Mount Zion High School (MZHS) has been arrested after allegedly making threats against students at MZHS and Central High School.

70-year-old Carrollton man arrested for operating opioid pill mill

Authorities arrested a 70-year-old Carrollton man last week after uncovering an illegal opioid distribution operation from his home, highlighting ongoing efforts to combat the opioid epidemic.

Carrollton City Schools launches new safety app for emergencies

Carrollton City Schools is implementing LifeSpot, a mobile safety app, to enhance emergency response and communication during critical situations.

Carrollton police force entry into apartment after receiving hoax call about shooting

The Carrollton Police Department responded to a series of false emergency calls early Monday morning, which were later determined to be part of a dangerous hoax known as "swatting."

Carroll County man sentenced for brutally abusing infant child in 2019

Elbert Patterson Jr. was convicted of aggravated battery under the Family Violence Act by a Carroll County jury on Jan. 9 for the severe abuse of his 12-month-old child

Former CASA executive director charged with theft by taking

Carrollton Police have charged the former executive director of CASA Carroll County with theft by taking.

Winter storm in western Georgia: Crews and residents gear up

Emergency crews and residents in western Georgia spent Thursday preparing for a winter storm expected to bring freezing rain, ice, and gusty winds Friday morning.

Driver, passenger arrested after police chase through Carroll County

Troopers say the passenger involved in the chase through Carroll County got out of the moving vehicle while holding a child.