Charges dropped against Coweta teacher arrested for cruelty to children
The Coweta County District Attorney's Office has dropped charges against a local teacher previously arrested in connection to an ongoing child exploitation case.
Coweta County man charged with felony for shooting girlfriend's dog, police say
Investigators say the Coweta County man shot his girlfriend's recently-adopted dog four times because he was mad the animal had gone to the bathroom in the house. He's now facing a felony charge.
Lousy getaway skills lead to would-be burglar's arrest in Newnan
A burglary suspect tried to outrun Newnan Police in a stolen side-by-side but learned his driving skills and vehicle were no match for pursuing patrol cars.
Woman caught using fake money at Senoia Dollar General leads to big bust
Police in Senoia are asking for the public’s help in identifying a woman accused of passing $20 bills at a local Dollar General Store. There has been one arrest in the case.
Senoia police looking for hit-and-run driver after car damaged
Police are asking for the public’s help as they investigate a hit-and-run that happened during Friday night’s "Alive After Five" event in downtown Senoia.
Coweta County Deputy Henderson returns with new K9 partner
It’s a story of triumph over tragedy involving Coweta County Sheriff’s deputy Blaize Henderson and Draco.
Grantville grandfather arrested on child pornography charges; judge denies bond
A 71-year-old Grantville grandfather has been charged with multiple internet sex crimes.
Coweta County inmate found hanging in jail cell, authorities say
Authorities in Coweta County are investigating the apparent suicide of an inmate who was found unresponsive in his jail cell Friday morning.
Coweta County residents concerned over proposed 320-acre data center
The development, known as “Project Peach,” would span more than 320 acres off State Route 14.
Coweta County home struck by car in DUI-related crash; family calls for safety measures
A car crashed into a Coweta County home due to a DUI-related incident involving alcohol and an argument, with no injuries reported.
Box truck driver's high-speed escape ends in PIT maneuver on I-85
The body camera video shows the high-speed chase down Interstate 85 that resulted in a PIT maneuver and a crash into the center wall.
Ex-Coweta County deputy charged with assaulting inmate
A former Coweta County jailer is now facing time behind bars himself. According to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI), 29-year-old Justin Alexander Woods of Hoganville is accused of using excessive force against an inmate.
Daycare worker accused of body slamming child in Coweta County
A daycare worker in Coweta County is under arrest for allegedly body slamming a child onto a cot during naptime.
Additional tornadoes confirmed in Coweta, Fayette counties
The National Weather Service confirmed Tuesday that two additional tornadoes in Coweta and Fayette counties touched down during Monday's storm.
Northgate High School student found with firearm on campus, prompting immediate response
A Northgate High School student was found with a firearm on campus, leading to a swift response from school administrators and law enforcement.
BLOG: EF-1 tornado confirmed in Henry County, severe storms leave damage across metro Atlanta
A severe line of storms rolled through metro Atlanta and North Georgia early Monday afternoon. Several tornado and severe thunderstorm warnings were issued.
Stolen car suspect with need for speed nabbed in wild Coweta County chase
Fast, furious and fresh off the lot, a high-speed chase in Coweta County ended with a dramatic arrest after a stolen car was spotted on I-85.
New molestation charges against 70-year-old with alleged crimes dating back decades
New charges have been filed against a 70-year-old Coweta County grandfather accused of multiple cases of child molestation.
Coweta County mourns loss of public safety advocate Norma Haynes
Coweta County said a heartfelt goodbye this week to one of its most beloved citizens, Norma Haynes, who passed away on March 10 at the age of 87.
West Georgia man accused of sexually assaulting 15-year-old runaway
Authorities across West Georgia and Alabama are investigating the sexual assault of a 15-year-old runaway.