Georgia nurse comes out of retirement to help during pandemic

The Cobb County mother of two and grandmother of six came out of retirement after learning about the nursing shortage during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Mariachi band born on Kennesaw State University campus

What does a group of college music students do when it needs to hire a mariachi band for an event? Create its own, of course.

Man receives life sentence for strangling girlfriend to death

Christopher Gene Scarboro, 29, pleaded guilty to malice murder and cruelty to children in the third degree after prosecutors say he choked his then-girlfriend, 24-year-old Xi-Anna Graham on Aug. 23, 2018. 

Six Flags Over Georgia looking to hire 700 new employees

Now that it's officially back open, Six Flags Over Georgia is looking for new team members to help the place run smoothly.

Gov. Kemp signs teacher pipeline bill into law

Teachers in Georgia will soon be getting another boost in their paycheck after Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp signed the so-called "Teacher Pipeline Package" into law. It includes six different pieces of legislation, aiming to recruit, retain and increase training for educators across Georgia. 

Powder Springs man sentenced to prison for molesting stepdaughter

The Powder Springs man will spend seven years in prison and could face deportation for molesting his 12-year-old stepdaughter in their home.

Parents push to get 'outdated' Sprayberry High School rebuilt

Sprayberry High School parents said the building is outdated and falling apart. The school has been in the current building since 1973. They're now advocating to get district leadrs to rebuild.

Mattie's Call issued for missing Cobb County couple

Cobb County police are seeking the public's assistance in their search for a missing married couple.

Home, family business damaged after driver veers off the road

A family in Powder Springs is left picking up the pieces after a truck crashed into their home and business. 

Cobb County courthouse evacuated over white powder in letter

Officials say the suspicious white powder was mailed in a letter to the Cobb County Superior Court Clerk's office.

Firefighters respond to East Cobb apartment fire

The Cobb County Fire Department said Wednesday firefighters responded to quell a blaze at an apartment complex in east Cobb County. 

Atlanta Opera continues partnership with Center for Puppetry Arts

Atlanta Opera continues presenting live performances in a unique setting with an all-new production of the classic "The Threepenny Opera."

New lead prosecutor named in case of Ahmaud Arbery's death

The deputy chief assistant district attorney for Cobb County has resigned leading to a new prosecutor in the case of Ahmaud Arbery's death.

Smyrna rescinds city's mask mandate

A spokesperson for the city of Smyrna on Monday said a low rate of COVID-19 cases prompted officials to rescind a local executive order requiring masks in the city. 

Man faces prison for burning home, car of woman who rejected him

A Union City man faces 20 years in prison and 10 years probation after he was found guilty of setting fire to a woman's bedroom and car in a jealous rage.

I-575 southbound in Cobb County cleared after vehicle fire

UPDATE: 1:15 p.m.: Traffic cameras showed that Interstate 575 in Cobb County was open without lane closures after authorities cleared a charred vehicle.