Cobb County

Family seeks answers in mysterious in-custody death of Clara Palmer at Cobb County Jail

December 26, 2024 10:53pm EST

The family of Clara Palmer is demanding answers about her in-custody death at the Cobb County jail.

3 murder suspects arrested in 30 days, Cobb County police say

December 26, 2024 10:41pm EST

The Cobb County Police Department says it has apprehended three murder suspects within a span of 30 days, according to a press release sent to FOX 5 Atlanta.

Unidentified man killed while crossing Cobb County street on Monday

December 26, 2024 8:01am EST

Authorities are investigating a fatal pedestrian collision that occurred on Dec. 23 at approximately 9:41 p.m. on C.H. James Parkway, west of its intersection with Florence Road.

SWAT Santa delivers Christmas gifts in Cobb County

December 25, 2024 12:45pm EST

Christmas arrived with a special twist in Cobb County, where police officers teamed up with “SWAT Santa" to spread holiday joy.

Six Flags to consolidate Georgia park holdings by 2027

December 24, 2024 9:36pm EST

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation has announced plans to consolidate ownership of Six Flags Over Georgia theme park.

Video: Quick-thinking off-duty officer rescues man from burning car

December 24, 2024 6:14pm EST

Cobb County police have released dramatic video of Officer Somani rescuing a driver from the fiery wreckage of a collision along Interstate 285.

Grieving mother honors late son with holiday donation drive for homeless

December 24, 2024 5:00pm EST

A grieving mother in Cobb County is channeling her pain into a mission of hope this holiday season by organizing a donation drive.

Female inmate's death at Cobb County Jail under investigation

December 24, 2024 10:35am EST

Authorities are investigating the death of an inmate at the Cobb County Jail after 39-year-old Clara Palmer was found unresponsive in her cell last weekend.

Multiple detained after fight, no shooting at Cumberland Mall, police say

December 22, 2024 6:11pm EST

There was an increased law enforcement presence at Cumberland Mall after Cobb County police officers were called to investigate a report of an active shooting.

New Year's Eve celebrations & dining in Cobb County | 2024-2025

December 22, 2024 10:06am EST

List of New Year's Eve celebrations and dining opportunities in Cobb County for 2024-2025.

Teacher killed in Wisconsin school shooting graduated from KSU, local high school

December 19, 2024 9:04pm EST

The teacher killed during the recent mass shooting at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin, has a metro Atlanta connection.

Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta | Dec. 20-22, 2024

December 19, 2024 7:41pm EST

Looking for festive fun in metro Atlanta this holiday season? Check out our list of things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta for Dec. 20-22, 2024.

Marietta elementary school gets makeover from Peach Bowl, CFP Foundation

December 19, 2024 8:35am EST

Sawyer Road Elementary School in Marietta has a fresh, new look, thanks to the Peach Bowl and the College Football Playoff Foundation.

Teen targeted online sellers, robbing them at gunpoint, Marietta police say

December 18, 2024 11:05pm EST

A 17-year-old was arrested after detectives say he robbed people he met through Facebook Marketplace.

Marietta car dealer offers $5K reward after bold Benz theft off the lot

December 18, 2024 10:36pm EST

A Marietta car dealership is offering a $5,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of three men who they say made off with a Mercedes-Benz.

Mother pleads guilty to kidnapping child from Cobb County, sentenced to prison

December 18, 2024 2:49pm EST

Andrea Latrice McCord, 36, has been sentenced to five years in prison without parole and 15 years on probation after pleading guilty to kidnapping a child under 14.