Minnesota driver killed in tractor-trailer crash on I-75 at Wade Green Road

Police are investigating a deadly single-vehicle crash on I-75 after a Minnesota man's tractor-trailer overturned at the Wade Green Road exit Friday morning.

Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | Jan. 2-4, 2026

Looking for things to do across metro Atlanta this weekend and beyond? From live music and theater to sports, festivals, and family-friendly events, here’s a county-by-county list.

Teen accused of stealing thousands in East Cobb Venmo scam

Cobb County police say a 17-year-old was arrested for allegedly stealing thousands through a roadside Venmo scam in East Cobb.

DeKalb officer placed on leave after pedestrian killed on I-75

A fatal pedestrian crash on Interstate 75 in Cobb County is under investigation after an off-duty DeKalb County police officer, driving a marked patrol vehicle, struck a man Tuesday night, authorities said.

Vigil held for 19-year-old who died at ‘Stranger Things’ filming site: 'She was so full of life'

Friends and family gathered in Kennesaw for a vigil honoring 19-year-old Leah Palmirotto, who died after a fall at a fenced-off “Stranger Things" filming site on Emory University’s campus.

18-year-old charged after striking Cobb patrol car during police chase

An 18-year-old driver is facing multiple felony charges after Cobb County police say he fled officers and intentionally struck a patrol vehicle during an early-morning incident.

Footprints lead to bizarre crawl space arrest at Marietta home

Cobb County deputies tracked footprints to a hole in a Marietta garage ceiling, leading to the dramatic arrest of Jason Black as he hid in a crawl space.

Cobb schools rally to help family after devastating house fire

A Cobb County school community rallied with donations, gifts, and holiday support for an Allatoona High School staff member whose family lost their home in a recent fire.

Cobb leaders prepare for soccer fans ahead of World Cup matches in Atlanta

With World Cup matches being played at Mercedes-Benz stadium in Atlanta, and some of the teams training in Cobb County., county leaders are preparing on multiple fronts.