Cobb County delays vote on naming James Ferrell police chief
Cobb County’s vote to appoint Interim Chief James Ferrell as police chief was postponed to Oct. 28.
Cobb County’s vote to appoint Interim Chief James Ferrell as police chief was postponed to Oct. 28.
House fire in Marietta
Firefighters respond to house fire on Merry Oak Road in Marietta
Firefighters respond to house fire on Merry Oak Road in Marietta
4 people injured in house fire
4 people were injured Wednesday morning in a house fire in Marietta
4 people were injured Wednesday morning in a house fire in Marietta
Marietta police investigate second bomb hoax in two weeks
Marietta police handled two bomb threats in two weeks, both later confirmed to be hoaxes.
Marietta police handled two bomb threats in two weeks, both later confirmed to be hoaxes.
Savannah Bananas bringing Banana Ball back to Truist Park in 2026
The Savannah Bananas return to Truist Park May 8–10, 2026, as part of a 75-stadium, 45-state tour.
The Savannah Bananas return to Truist Park May 8–10, 2026, as part of a 75-stadium, 45-state tour.
Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | Oct. 10-12. 2025
Check out this extensive list of things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta & North Georgia. Information on fairs/festivals, live music, art shows, comedy, theater, family-friendly events and more.
Check out this extensive list of things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta & North Georgia. Information on fairs/festivals, live music, art shows, comedy, theater, family-friendly events and more.
2 students arrested on weapons, drug charges in South Cobb High parking lot
Two students were arrested after Cobb County school police found a weapon and drugs in a car at South Cobb High.
Two students were arrested after Cobb County school police found a weapon and drugs in a car at South Cobb High.
GDOT seeks public input on I-285 Westside Express Lanes proposal
Georgia DOT proposes two barrier-separated express lanes each direction over 10 I-285 miles to reduce congestion.
Georgia DOT proposes two barrier-separated express lanes each direction over 10 I-285 miles to reduce congestion.
Raising awareness during Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and health experts are urging women to take advantage of screenings that can save lives.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and health experts are urging women to take advantage of screenings that can save lives.
Austell church holds outdoor service after fire destroys building
One week after a fire destroyed their church, members of Prayer City Eagles Chapel International Ministries gathered in the parking lot Sunday to worship and pray for strength as they begin to rebuild.
One week after a fire destroyed their church, members of Prayer City Eagles Chapel International Ministries gathered in the parking lot Sunday to worship and pray for strength as they begin to rebuild.
Shooting inside Kennesaw restaurant injures 3 people
A fight between two employees at a Kennesaw restaurant ended in gunfire after one of the employees’ husbands opened fire, according to police.
A fight between two employees at a Kennesaw restaurant ended in gunfire after one of the employees’ husbands opened fire, according to police.
Nearby fire shuts down beloved Cobb County bookstore
A longtime Cobb County bookstore is temporarily closed after smoke and soot from a neighboring business fire caused extensive damage.
A longtime Cobb County bookstore is temporarily closed after smoke and soot from a neighboring business fire caused extensive damage.
Acworth man falsely accused in Walmart snatching case plans $25M lawsuit
Mahendra Patel spent 46 days in jail before charges were dismissed with Walmart video evidence clearing him.
Mahendra Patel spent 46 days in jail before charges were dismissed with Walmart video evidence clearing him.
Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | Oct. 3-5, 2025
Looking for weekend plans? We've got you covered with festivals, food, live music, and even a pumpkin patch party.
Looking for weekend plans? We've got you covered with festivals, food, live music, and even a pumpkin patch party.
Hand, foot and mouth disease cases spike across Georgia
Georgia reports over twice as many hand, foot, and mouth disease cases this year compared to last year.
Georgia reports over twice as many hand, foot, and mouth disease cases this year compared to last year.
Georgia Two-Day Breast Cancer Walk returns with new venue
The Georgia Two-Day Walk for Breast Cancer will bring 700 participants to Cobb County Oct. 4-5.
The Georgia Two-Day Walk for Breast Cancer will bring 700 participants to Cobb County Oct. 4-5.
Woman who made previous threats arrested for Austell church fire
A woman who allegedly sent threatening texts to church members has been arrested for starting a church fire on Monday in Austell.
A woman who allegedly sent threatening texts to church members has been arrested for starting a church fire on Monday in Austell.
Medal of Honor recipients retrace Civil War’s Great Locomotive Chase
Thirteen Medal of Honor recipients retraced the route of the Civil War’s Great Locomotive Chase on Tuesday, a historic event that led to the awarding of the very first Medals of Honor in 1863.
Thirteen Medal of Honor recipients retraced the route of the Civil War’s Great Locomotive Chase on Tuesday, a historic event that led to the awarding of the very first Medals of Honor in 1863.
Fire damages Austell church, sanctuary roof collapses
Fire crews from Cobb County and Austell spent the early morning hours battling a blaze at Prayer City Eagles Chapel International Ministries on Joe Jerkins Boulevard.
Fire crews from Cobb County and Austell spent the early morning hours battling a blaze at Prayer City Eagles Chapel International Ministries on Joe Jerkins Boulevard.
Roadwork on Old 41 Highway: Major changes coming in Cobb County
A major road project is on the horizon near Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park, with big changes coming to Old 41 Highway.
A major road project is on the horizon near Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park, with big changes coming to Old 41 Highway.