Cobb County

WATCH | Trial continues for accused Cherokee firefighter, wife killer

November 18, 2025 9:56am EST

Trial continues for Matthew Lanz, accused of killing Cherokee County firefighter Justin Hicks and his wife in 2021.

Man set Powder Springs outbuilding on fire with woman inside, police say

November 17, 2025 11:31pm EST

A woman escaped an outbuilding fire by breaking through a wall after an explosion trapped her inside.

Former Cobb sheriff candidate faces multiple warrants in alleged fraud cases

November 17, 2025 6:36pm EST

Four active warrants accuse former sheriff candidate Antaney Hogan of taking thousands from multiple alleged victims.

Hit-and-run driver sought after Cobb County pedestrian injured

November 17, 2025 10:33am EST

Police are searching for the driver of a newer-model Chevrolet Silverado after a serious hit-and-run crash that injured a pedestrian Saturday night on South Cobb Drive.

More K9s that can sniff out weapons are coming to Cobb County Schools

November 14, 2025 10:30pm EST

The K9s, with their certified handlers, patrol campuses providing an advanced layer of security to protect students and staff.

Some calling for Cobb County School Board vice chair's resignation over lawsuit

November 13, 2025 10:33pm EST

Some are calling for Cobb County School Board Vice Chair John Cristadoro to step down after a lawsuit was filed against him and his company for financial fraud.

Fugitive wanted in Cobb County arrested after Toccoa traffic stop

November 12, 2025 10:24pm EST

Toccoa police arrested fugitive Jayro Nieto during a traffic stop for driving without headlights.

Georgia photographer honors veterans with free portraits at American Legion studio

November 11, 2025 10:23pm EST

Photographer Justin Arndt offers free portraits to military veterans through his project based at American Legion Post 29.

Soldier-owned coffee shop serves up a scary good time

November 11, 2025 9:49am EST

Mr. Tombstone’s Coffee Emporium, located at 1087 South Marietta Parkway Southeast in Marietta offers coffee from veterans.

Family business in Cobb County targeted by thief caught on camera

November 10, 2025 9:08pm EST

AEM Construction in Cobb County had thousands of dollars’ worth of equipment stolen early Sunday morning.

Warming shelters open in metro Atlanta due to freezing temperatures

November 10, 2025 4:35pm EST

Multiple communities are opening warming and overnight shelters for those in need.

MUST Ministries struggles to meet demand amid government shutdown

November 7, 2025 10:34pm EST

MUST Ministries in Cobb County has seen a significant increase in demand since the government shutdown and their about to get even busier.

Who murdered playwright Olivia Mathews? Reward grows; person of interest sought

November 6, 2025 7:19pm EST

Smyrna police are still pursuing leads in the September murder of playwright Olivia Mathews, found dead after an apartment fire.

Amid SNAP benefits uncertainty, Mableton business owner hosts dinner for hundreds

November 5, 2025 11:24pm EST

Cheri Bailey hosted a free dinner for 300 people in Mableton after SNAP benefits were delayed by the government shutdown.

Cobb County Live 2025 Election Results

November 4, 2025 6:56pm EST

2025 election results for races in Cobb County, Georgia, including the race for Public Service Commission.

Ramp from I-285 North to I-75 North closed after crash

November 4, 2025 8:04am EST

The ramp from I-285 northbound to I-75 northbound is closed after a Tuesday morning crash, causing traffic delays around the Perimeter, according to GDOT’s 511 website.