Heart-shaped tattoo leads to arrest in Cobb County burglary spree

A Cobb County man has been arrested on multiple counts of burglary, including breaking into an elementary school and three homes.

Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta | April 25-27, 2025

From music festivals and food fairs to theater performances, art tours, and outdoor adventures, there's something happening for everyone between April 25–27.

Homeless female inmate dies at Cobb County detention center

Bunnie Large, a 42-year-old homeless woman, died while in custody at the Cobb County Adult Detention Center on April 22; the cause of death is under investigation.

Fire damages multiple units at Cobb County apartment complex

Investigators are working to find the cause of a fire that displaced multiple residents of a Cobb County apartment complex early Tuesday morning.

Earth Day events in metro Atlanta | April 2025

Here are some of the top Earth Day events and celebrations happening this month across metro Atlanta.

2 teens shot near Marietta park; manhunt for gunman underway

Two teens were hospitalized Monday afternoon following a shooting near North Marietta Parkway and Allgood Road, according to the Marietta Police Department.

Driver charged after train crash at Marietta railroad crossing

Police say the driver abandoned his car at the Marietta railroad crossing and was caught walking alone blocks away after the train crash.

Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta | April 18-20, 2025

Looking for things to do in metro Atlanta this weekend? From festivals and food events to art shows, concerts, and comedy, there’s something for everyone.

Acworth Walmart kidnapping attempt: Video may prove man's innocence

A Cobb County man is in jail on charges of attempted kidnapping. His attorney says surveillance video shows he never tried to take the child, but was instead trying to help the mother.

Easter egg hunts and other events in metro Atlanta | April 2025

From helicopter egg drops to petting zoos, live music, and bunny photo ops, there are plenty of free and low-cost egg hunts and spring festivals happening around metro Atlanta.

Cobb County Sheriff's Office employee charged with child molestation

A criminal justice specialist with the Cobb County Sheriff's Office has been fired after he was arrested early Wednesday morning on child molestation charges.

Acworth woman falls victim to $8,265 scam

The Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a felony theft by deception case.

Deadly crash involving pedestrian shuts down I-20 in Cobb County

Interstate 20 is shut down in both directions in Cobb County as deputies investigate a deadly crash involving a pedestrian.

6 arrested after Wednesday night shooting, police chase in Marietta

Marietta police have arrested and charged six men following a chaotic shooting Wednesday night that injured two people, struck homes and cars, and ended in a high-speed chase and crash.