Omicron surge: Who needs to be tested for COVID-19 as cases grow?
As COVID cases hit record highs, testing sites are filling up fast. People are waiting in lines for hours to find out if they have COVID. But now some health officials are saying don't get tested if you don't absolutely have to.
As COVID cases hit record highs, testing sites are filling up fast. People are waiting in lines for hours to find out if they have COVID. But now some health officials are saying don't get tested if you don't absolutely have to.
Georgia man wanted on child sex charges caught trying to flee country Christmas Eve
A Cobb County man wanted for felony child sex assault and molestation charges was caught by officers at Washington Dulles International Airport trying to flee the country on Christmas Eve, the U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
A Cobb County man wanted for felony child sex assault and molestation charges was caught by officers at Washington Dulles International Airport trying to flee the country on Christmas Eve, the U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Kennesaw man arrested for DUI after deadly hit and run involving bicyclist
Police said Elmer Josue Santizo-Gomez was driving a 2006 Honda Civic at around midnight on Dec. 24 when he crashed into a bicyclist from behind on Barrett Parkway.
Police said Elmer Josue Santizo-Gomez was driving a 2006 Honda Civic at around midnight on Dec. 24 when he crashed into a bicyclist from behind on Barrett Parkway.
Cobb County man arrested for trying to meet 14-year-old girl for sex, warrant states
Ilecar Cabala was charged with enticing a child, using a telecommunication device for obscene purposes with a child, and giving a false name to officers.
Ilecar Cabala was charged with enticing a child, using a telecommunication device for obscene purposes with a child, and giving a false name to officers.
Man arrested in Powder Springs road rage shooting
Korede Donivan Hamilton is accused of firing six shots at a car in Powder Springs that had a man and two children inside.
Korede Donivan Hamilton is accused of firing six shots at a car in Powder Springs that had a man and two children inside.
Arrest warrant issued for second suspect in connection to Cobb golf course murders
A warrant has been issued for a second suspect in connection to the deaths of three men at a Cobb County golf course, police announced Friday.
A warrant has been issued for a second suspect in connection to the deaths of three men at a Cobb County golf course, police announced Friday.
Firefighters battle blaze at Acworth auto parts store
An Acworth area auto parts store has been deemed a total loss after an early morning fire, officials said.
An Acworth area auto parts store has been deemed a total loss after an early morning fire, officials said.
Tractor trailer catches fire near I-75 and I-285 in Cobb County
All lanes of I-285 Westbound lanes at the I-75 interchange were closed Thursday morning due to a tractor-trailer vehicle fire.
All lanes of I-285 Westbound lanes at the I-75 interchange were closed Thursday morning due to a tractor-trailer vehicle fire.
Cobb County issues declaration of emergency as omicron variant spreads
Cobb County has issued a declaration of emergency as COVID-19 cases begin to rise again.
Cobb County has issued a declaration of emergency as COVID-19 cases begin to rise again.
Cobb County Elementary School staff surprise 11-year-old battling an aggressive brain cancer
An 11-year-old Georgia girl battling aggressive brain cancer was surprised with a visit from staff at her old school.
An 11-year-old Georgia girl battling aggressive brain cancer was surprised with a visit from staff at her old school.
'Dangerous' Marietta fire successfully put out after crews tell neighbors to stay home
Officials asked some Marietta residents to stay inside their homes as they battle a dangerous house fire early Wednesday morning.
Officials asked some Marietta residents to stay inside their homes as they battle a dangerous house fire early Wednesday morning.
Marietta officers surprised by flock of sheep during traffic stop
Marietta police officers got a surprise when they checked out a vehicle during a traffic stop and found a whole flock of sheep in the back.
Marietta police officers got a surprise when they checked out a vehicle during a traffic stop and found a whole flock of sheep in the back.
FedEx shipping delays: Customers frustrated with Georgia facility
For weeks, FedEx customers have been wondering why their Christmas gifts keep getting delayed in a shipping center in Georgia that has been plagued with problems.
For weeks, FedEx customers have been wondering why their Christmas gifts keep getting delayed in a shipping center in Georgia that has been plagued with problems.
Lane along I-285 and I-75 reopen after crash involving Cobb County police vehicle
All lanes near the intersection of a pair of major interstates have reopened following car crashes in Cobb County on Sunday.
All lanes near the intersection of a pair of major interstates have reopened following car crashes in Cobb County on Sunday.
Cobb County deputies increasing patrols in busy shopping areas
The Cobb County Sheriff's Office is increasing the presence of deputies at Cumberland mall and Town Center Mall starting Dec. 13. It's not in response to a particular threat, officials said.
The Cobb County Sheriff's Office is increasing the presence of deputies at Cumberland mall and Town Center Mall starting Dec. 13. It's not in response to a particular threat, officials said.
FedEx frustrations: Customers complain of package delivery
There are more complaints from FedEx customers across metro Atlanta claiming they have been waiting weeks for packages to arrive.
There are more complaints from FedEx customers across metro Atlanta claiming they have been waiting weeks for packages to arrive.
Catalytic converter thieves targeting Cobb landscaping businesses
Thieves have targeted numerous landscaping business in Cobb County, making off with catalytic converters on their work trucks.
Thieves have targeted numerous landscaping business in Cobb County, making off with catalytic converters on their work trucks.
Officials: Smyrna man used fraudulent receipts to steal $10K from insurance
Officials say the Smyrna man used fake receipts to steal $10,000 from his insurance company. He's now wanted for forgery and insurance fraud.
Officials say the Smyrna man used fake receipts to steal $10,000 from his insurance company. He's now wanted for forgery and insurance fraud.
Cobb County student charged with raping another student at school
A McEachern High School student has been arrested for raping a fellow student, inside the school.
A McEachern High School student has been arrested for raping a fellow student, inside the school.
Austell police chief retires while under GBI investigation sparked by I-Team inquiry
Georgia’s Speaker of the House, David Ralston, has removed one of the members of the Georgia Medical Marijuana Commission.
Georgia’s Speaker of the House, David Ralston, has removed one of the members of the Georgia Medical Marijuana Commission.



















