Georgia man arrested after 4-year-old shoots self, toddler with gun
The 4-year-old shot themself and a toddler while playing with a loaded gun left unattended by the Georgia man, police say. He's now in custody facing multiple charges.
The 4-year-old shot themself and a toddler while playing with a loaded gun left unattended by the Georgia man, police say. He's now in custody facing multiple charges.
Marietta City Schools implement 'test and stay' protocol
"Test and Stay" protocol began Monday for Marietta City Schools. The option allows asymptomatic students and staff who have been notified as "close contacts" to attend school each day after a negative rapid antigen test administered by the school district.
"Test and Stay" protocol began Monday for Marietta City Schools. The option allows asymptomatic students and staff who have been notified as "close contacts" to attend school each day after a negative rapid antigen test administered by the school district.
Hostage rescued, suspect killed standoff at Smyrna apartments, police say
A hostage situation at a Smyrna apartment complex has been resolved and the hostage is safe, according to the Cobb County Police Department.
A hostage situation at a Smyrna apartment complex has been resolved and the hostage is safe, according to the Cobb County Police Department.
Jewish students in Cobb County on edge after anti-Semitic message found in high school, Rabbi says
An anti-Semitic message written in big letters inside a boys’ bathroom at Pope High School has students who are Jewish on edge, Rabbi Larry Sernovitz said.
An anti-Semitic message written in big letters inside a boys’ bathroom at Pope High School has students who are Jewish on edge, Rabbi Larry Sernovitz said.
Acworth man charged with fatally shooting his wife, police say
Police said 32-year-old Adrienne Rush was shot at 4958 Parke Brooke Drive in Acworth. Paramedics took Rush to Kennestone Hospital where she died. Police identified the victim's husband 34-year-old Acworth resident Quinterias Beck as the shooter.
Police said 32-year-old Adrienne Rush was shot at 4958 Parke Brooke Drive in Acworth. Paramedics took Rush to Kennestone Hospital where she died. Police identified the victim's husband 34-year-old Acworth resident Quinterias Beck as the shooter.
Field of Flags on display in Kennesaw for victims of 9/11 attacks
One display in Cobb County has people literally stopping in their tracks just to get a glimpse. The flags look like a sea of red, white and blue at Kennesaw Mountain Battlefield off Old Highway 41.
One display in Cobb County has people literally stopping in their tracks just to get a glimpse. The flags look like a sea of red, white and blue at Kennesaw Mountain Battlefield off Old Highway 41.
Cobb County pilot goes on mission to help Afghan evacuees
Delta has flown thousands of Afghan evacuees to the U.S. In support of government's activation of the Civil Reserve Air Fleet. There have been 38 trips, A Cobb County pilot has taken part in 3 of them.
Delta has flown thousands of Afghan evacuees to the U.S. In support of government's activation of the Civil Reserve Air Fleet. There have been 38 trips, A Cobb County pilot has taken part in 3 of them.
Taste of Marietta, other festivals canceled due to labor shortage
The Taste of Marietta which has been around for 26 years, was canceled this year due to a labor shortage.
The Taste of Marietta which has been around for 26 years, was canceled this year due to a labor shortage.
Sheriff: 'Grandparent Scam' targeting Cobb County seniors
Deputies say scammers are calling Georgia seniors claiming that their grandchild has been injured or arrested and then demanding cash to help them.
Deputies say scammers are calling Georgia seniors claiming that their grandchild has been injured or arrested and then demanding cash to help them.
North Carolina murder suspect arrested in Kennesaw
Deputies and U.S. Marshals have arrested a man wanted for murder in North Carolina who was hiding in a Cobb County home.
Deputies and U.S. Marshals have arrested a man wanted for murder in North Carolina who was hiding in a Cobb County home.
Police: Marietta man charged with murder in intentional car crash
Marietta police say the man deliberately ran into his fiance's car, causing her to spin out of control. Her passenger was killed and she's now fighting for her life.
Marietta police say the man deliberately ran into his fiance's car, causing her to spin out of control. Her passenger was killed and she's now fighting for her life.
Flash floods trap residents, strand drivers in Cobb County
Overnight and early morning floodwaters trapped Cobb County residents in their apartments, smashed floating cars into each other, and left drivers stranded Wednesday.
Overnight and early morning floodwaters trapped Cobb County residents in their apartments, smashed floating cars into each other, and left drivers stranded Wednesday.
Cobb health board recommends schools follow CDC guidance on masks
A Cobb County health board responsible for advising school safety is recommending Cobb County schools mandate masks.
A Cobb County health board responsible for advising school safety is recommending Cobb County schools mandate masks.
Cobb County mother charged with toddler's murder waives court appearance
A young Cobb County mother whose son was found floating in the Chattahoochee River has waived her appearance in court Tuesday for an arraignment hearing.
A young Cobb County mother whose son was found floating in the Chattahoochee River has waived her appearance in court Tuesday for an arraignment hearing.
Police: Vehicle slams into patrol car injuring woman, Cobb police officer
The Cobb County Police Department said a woman and one officer were hospitalized with serious leg injuries in an overnight collision.
The Cobb County Police Department said a woman and one officer were hospitalized with serious leg injuries in an overnight collision.
Police search for gunman in Acworth bank robbery
Acworth police are searching for the suspect connected to an armed robbery at a bank.
Acworth police are searching for the suspect connected to an armed robbery at a bank.
1 dead, 1 in custody after shooting near Kennesaw State University; campus lockdown lifted
Officials at Kennesaw State University have given the “all clear” after advising students to shelter in place because of possible armed gunmen on campus.
Officials at Kennesaw State University have given the “all clear” after advising students to shelter in place because of possible armed gunmen on campus.
Kennesaw Police Officer heading to Louisiana to help hurricane victims
A Kennesaw Police officer is heading to Louisiana to help victims of Hurricane Ida with some of the most basic necessities.
A Kennesaw Police officer is heading to Louisiana to help victims of Hurricane Ida with some of the most basic necessities.
Security camera footage shows someone apparently stealing baseball gear from Marietta park
Security cameras at a Marietta park capture what appears to be a man stealing baseball equipment from a dugout.
Security cameras at a Marietta park capture what appears to be a man stealing baseball equipment from a dugout.
Cobb County schools approves raises for subs, supply positions
The Cobb County Schools recently announced raises for substitute teachers, supply teachers, substitute nurses and supply nurses using CARES Act funds. Those selection positions at Cobb Schools will be eligible for pay increases temporarily through May 2022.
The Cobb County Schools recently announced raises for substitute teachers, supply teachers, substitute nurses and supply nurses using CARES Act funds. Those selection positions at Cobb Schools will be eligible for pay increases temporarily through May 2022.