Cobb County sheriff facing lawsuit after allegedly silencing critics on social media
Cobb County Sheriff Craig Owens is facing a lawsuit over alleged violations of free speech after critics claim they were silenced on the sheriff’s office Facebook page.
Smyrna leaders hold training to help parents detect violent tendencies in children
Smyrna city leaders are hosting forums to tackle youth violence by educating adults on signs of aggression and giving out resources for crisis prevention with police and social workers.
Trial begins for man accused of DUI in deadly Cobb County collision
A Cobb County jury of 12 has been seated in the trial of Jerome Cox. The man is charged in the December 2023 death of 17-year-old honors student Olivia Pugh.
2015 Telfair County double murder: Man pleads guilty to killing couple
A Telfair County man has pleaded guilty to the 2015 murders of a Cobb County couple who were lured to the area through a Craigslist ad.
Felon arrested for massive copper theft at Marietta hospital site
Marrieta police say a man stole hundreds of pounds of copper from a construction site at a local hospital. He may have gotten away with it, too, if it weren't for a "meddling" subcontractor who witnessed the whole thing.
Cobb County community holds candlelight vigil to honor homicide victims
A candlelight vigil was held Thursday evening in Cobb County to remember and honor homicide victims.
Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta | Nov. 15-17, 2024
Whether you’re in the mood to taste, laugh, or explore, check out these exciting events happening across the city.
Marietta City Schools to implement state-of-the-art weapon detectors
Weapon detectors will likely be coming to Marietta City Schools in the near future.
Cobb County elections: Officials take stock of what went right, future improvements
Tuesday was the deadline for all Georgia counties to certify the election results.
MARTA seeks public input on proposed I-285 express lanes project
Residents now have the opportunity to weigh in on a transformative project that would add express lanes along a significant stretch of the Interstate 285 corridor.
Mother hopes podcast, online petition will spark reexamination of her daughter’s death
A grieving mom who wants justice for her daughter says she has new hope.
Marietta woman, 89, missing from assisted living found dead
Patricia Miele was reportedly found in a pond in a cemetery in Kennesaw.
Veterans Day ceremonies, deals and more in metro Atlanta | 2024
Communities across metro Atlanta are honoring veterans with a range of ceremonies and events, including a large parade Saturday in Midtown Atlanta.
Kennesaw State head football coach claims he was fired after 10 seasons
Kennesaw State's head football coach reportedly "stepped down" from his position after 10 seasons, according to the university's director of athletics. The former coach claims he was actually fired.
Colorful peace poles blossom across metro Atlanta communities
Some colorful poles are popping up in communities in metro Atlanta.
Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta | Nov. 8-10, 2024
Looking for fun things to do in and around Atlanta this weekend? Whether you're into art, music, food, or family-friendly activities, there's something for everyone.
Young pit bull killed in Cobb County, video could show the culprits
The search is on for a number of people involved in an aggravated animal cruelty case in Cobb County.
Certain absentee ballots in one Cobb County will be counted if they’re received late
Certain voters in Georgia’s third-largest county who received their absentee ballots late will have their votes counted.
Voters reject public transportation expansion in two metro Atlanta counties
Voters in Cobb and Gwinnett counties in metro Atlanta rejected plans to expand public transit through a proposed one-percent sales tax increase at the ballot box Tuesday.
Mableton city officials battle to preserve incorporation amid constitutional lawsuit
City officials in Mableton are fighting to keep it incorporated after a lawsuit was filed claiming that the state legislation violated the state’s constitution in its creation.