Child molestation suspect in Georgia may have more victims in Memphis, investigators say

Investigators said a 56-year-old man arrested in north Georgia on child molestation charges may have more victims that have not yet come forward with some of the cases dating back more than two decades.

Battery plant suffers fatal accident despite safety complaints from workers

A construction worker at the SK Battery plant in Jackson County was declared dead Monday morning following a three-story fall that also seriously injured a second worker.

Sheriff: Train collides with tractor-trailer in Jefferson

A tractor-trailer was struck by a passing train in Jackson County on Monday afternoon, officials confirmed.

Bank robbery suspect wanted by Commerce police

Commerce Police Department is searching for a bank robbery suspect, who was captured on video surveillance cameras.

Feds nab 13 Korean battery plant construction workers on immigration charges

Federal authorities arrested 13 Korean nationals who worked for a sprawling factory under construction in Jackson County, accusing them of violating immigration laws.

Construction workers tell feds they don't feel safe at SK Battery site

Construction workers at the SK Battery America plant in Jackson County tell the government contractors are ignoring safety concerns to finish the job on schedule.

Middle, high schools in Jackson County to close temporarily over COVID concerns

More than 300 middle and high school students in Jackson County have been quarantined due to COVID-19 concerns, prompting the temporary closure of both schools.

Students head back to classes in Jefferson, Georgia

Students are back in the classroom in Jefferson, Georgia. Jefferson City Schools had its first day of school on Friday.

‘SK innovation’ plans $940 million expansion in Georgia

A battery company plans a $940 million expansion of a manufacturing plant in Georgia, Gov. Brian Kemp’s office said Thursday.

Man arrested after starting fight with deputies

A man was arrested after starting a fight with deputies who were attempting to serve a felony warrant in Jackson County,