1 hospitalized, dog dies in Cherokee County house fire

One person was hospitalized, and a dog passed away from a house fire that happened in Cherokee County early Tuesday morning.

Man accused of armed robbery at Woodstock jewelry store

Woodstock police arrested a man on Sunday, accused of robbing a Kay Jewelers on Ridgewalk Parkway.

Woodstock police working to find shooter in 18-year-old's murder

Woodstock police are searching for a shooter accused of killing an 18-year-old inside his apartment on Arnold Mill Road Monday evening.

Man killed in Woodstock apartment shooting, police say

Police in Woodstock are investigating a deadly shooting that happened at the Riverstock Apartments and led to the death of 18-year-old Matthew Milner.

Suspects wanted for stealing gun, breaking into cars in Canton

Canton Police are searching for Cameron Zequeira and Skylar Hatcher, wanted for multiple car break-ins and the theft of a Glock 43 in the River Greene subdivision.

Sixes Elementary in Canton temporarily placed on 'Code Yellow'

Sixes Elementary School in Canton was placed in a “Code Yellow" on Tuesday morning due to police activity in the area, according to a note sent to school families.

Crash closes northbound lanes of I-75 near Exit 277 on Monday morning

A crash involving at least one tractor-trailer and possibly two has closed the northbound lanes of Interstate 75 near Exit 277 in Cherokee County.

Man killed Friday morning crossing Highway 92 in Cherokee County

A man was killed early Friday in a pedestrian crash on Highway 92 near Interstate 75, according to the Cherokee Sheriff’s Office.

Cobb County police officer accused of child cruelty

A Cobb County officer is under investigation for alleged child cruelty, according to police.

GBI arrests Cobb County police officer for sexual battery against a child

Cobb County Police Officer Withman Benjamin was arrested by the GBI and charged with sexual battery against a child under 16 following a months-long investigation.

Volunteers brave rain to remove wreaths at Georgia National Cemetery

Dozens of volunteers braved heavy rain early Saturday to help honor fallen soldiers and veterans at Georgia National Cemetery.

Father, daughter dead after apparent murder-suicide in Cherokee County

Cherokee County deputies are investigating an apparent murder-suicide after a father and daughter were found dead Tuesday afternoon in a wooded area off Lower Burris Road.

Man arrested for allegedly setting fire to Canton park restrooms

A Canton man faces three counts of first-degree arson after police say he set fires inside restrooms at Heritage Park and Etowah River Park.

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 fireworks: Why officials want you to rethink them this year

North Georgia fire officials are urging residents to avoid backyard fireworks this New Year's Eve due to high winds and low humidity that create dangerous, fast-moving fire conditions.