Train hits car near Marietta Square, blocking part of Waverly Way
A train struck a car near the Marietta Square on Saturday evening, blocking part of Waverly Way; no one was injured, but police warn people to avoid crossing the tracks on foot.
A train struck a car near the Marietta Square on Saturday evening, blocking part of Waverly Way; no one was injured, but police warn people to avoid crossing the tracks on foot.
New Cobb Police chief has plans for future
FOX 5's Denise Dillon speaks exclusively to the new chief of the Cobb County Police Department. He explains what his plans are for the future, and what he plans to prioritize.
FOX 5's Denise Dillon speaks exclusively to the new chief of the Cobb County Police Department. He explains what his plans are for the future, and what he plans to prioritize.
Matthew Lanz sentenced to life for murders of Cherokee firefighter, wife
The case against Matthew Scott Lanz reached its conclusion Friday as a judge handed down a sweeping sentence for the 2021 murders of Justin and Amber Hicks.
The case against Matthew Scott Lanz reached its conclusion Friday as a judge handed down a sweeping sentence for the 2021 murders of Justin and Amber Hicks.
Matthew Lanz guilty of 2021 murders of Cherokee firefighter, wife
A judge found Matthew Scott Lanz guilty of murdering neighbors Justin and Amber Hicks, concluding an emotional bench trial centered on forensic evidence and Lanz’s mental health history.
A judge found Matthew Scott Lanz guilty of murdering neighbors Justin and Amber Hicks, concluding an emotional bench trial centered on forensic evidence and Lanz’s mental health history.
New $4.75 stormwater fee to begin June 1 in Cobb County
Cobb County residents will soon see higher stormwater fees after commissioners approved a rate increase aimed at generating millions for infrastructure improvements.
Cobb County residents will soon see higher stormwater fees after commissioners approved a rate increase aimed at generating millions for infrastructure improvements.
1 shot near Powers Ferry, Akers Mill roads, 1 detained
Cobb County police are investigating a shooting near Powers Ferry Road and Akers Mill Road, according to the police department.
Cobb County police are investigating a shooting near Powers Ferry Road and Akers Mill Road, according to the police department.
Smyrna passes new rules limiting where vape shops can open
Smyrna approved an ordinance blocking new vape shops within 1000 feet of schools, daycares and other shops.
Smyrna approved an ordinance blocking new vape shops within 1000 feet of schools, daycares and other shops.
Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | Nov. 21-23, 2025
List of things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta and North Georgia.
List of things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta and North Georgia.
Wanted ex-Cobb sheriff candidate was fired in under 2 weeks from South Fulton Police
Multiple jurisdictions have active fraud warrants accusing Antaney Hogan of scamming victims out of money and vehicles.
Multiple jurisdictions have active fraud warrants accusing Antaney Hogan of scamming victims out of money and vehicles.
UPDATE: Ex-sheriff's candidate in Cobb County accused of fraud
An ex-sheriff's candidate in Cobb County is accused of scamming people. More victims stepped forward to accuse Antaney Hogan of stealing thousands of dollars from residents. Fox 5 Reporter Kevyn Stewart obtained a personnel report filed against Hogan by the South Fulton Police Department after dismissing Hogan.
An ex-sheriff's candidate in Cobb County is accused of scamming people. More victims stepped forward to accuse Antaney Hogan of stealing thousands of dollars from residents. Fox 5 Reporter Kevyn Stewart obtained a personnel report filed against Hogan by the South Fulton Police Department after dismissing Hogan.
WATCH | Trial continues for accused Cherokee firefighter, wife killer
Trial continues for Matthew Lanz, accused of killing Cherokee County firefighter Justin Hicks and his wife in 2021.
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
A woman escaped an outbuilding fire by breaking through a wall after an explosion trapped her inside.
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
Four active warrants accuse former sheriff candidate Antaney Hogan of taking thousands from multiple alleged victims.
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
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.
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
The K9s, with their certified handlers, patrol campuses providing an advanced layer of security to protect students and staff.
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
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.
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
Toccoa police arrested fugitive Jayro Nieto during a traffic stop for driving without headlights.
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
Photographer Justin Arndt offers free portraits to military veterans through his project based at American Legion Post 29.
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
Mr. Tombstone’s Coffee Emporium, located at 1087 South Marietta Parkway Southeast in Marietta offers coffee from veterans.
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
AEM Construction in Cobb County had thousands of dollars’ worth of equipment stolen early Sunday morning.
AEM Construction in Cobb County had thousands of dollars’ worth of equipment stolen early Sunday morning.