Body of 14-year-old found along Meriwether County road; investigators seek public's help
Meriwether County authorities say they need the public's help to solve the murder of a 14-year-old who was found shot to death on the side of a rural road last week.
Meriwether County authorities say they need the public's help to solve the murder of a 14-year-old who was found shot to death on the side of a rural road last week.
Deputies searching for leads in deadly shooting of Newnan teen
Jordan Alvin Simon was found shot to death on the side of a Meriweather County road late Wednesday night. Investigators are hoping someone can help them solve the mystery of the 14-year-old boy's killing.
Jordan Alvin Simon was found shot to death on the side of a Meriweather County road late Wednesday night. Investigators are hoping someone can help them solve the mystery of the 14-year-old boy's killing.
Meriwether County murder investigation widens into recent gang activity
Meriwether County authorities revealed more details in their investigation into the murder of a woman whose home was the target of gunfire in March 2023.
Meriwether County authorities revealed more details in their investigation into the murder of a woman whose home was the target of gunfire in March 2023.
Major gang bust connected to deadly drive-by shooting in Meriwether County
The Meriwether County sheriff says his deputies have taken down a gang responsible for the death of a 46-year-old woman who was shot and killed in her own bed.
The Meriwether County sheriff says his deputies have taken down a gang responsible for the death of a 46-year-old woman who was shot and killed in her own bed.
Two Chilean nationals connected to multi-state credit card fraud spree sentenced in Georgia
Two people have been sentenced for a series of car break-ins in Meriwether County and the sheriff warns there are likely more suspects at large.
Two people have been sentenced for a series of car break-ins in Meriwether County and the sheriff warns there are likely more suspects at large.
Meriwether County Jail under scrutiny after photos showing deplorable conditions surface
Concerns over health conditions in the Meriwether County Jail have surfaced on social media in the past week, including images showing bathroom floors rusted through as well as rusted out shower floors.
Concerns over health conditions in the Meriwether County Jail have surfaced on social media in the past week, including images showing bathroom floors rusted through as well as rusted out shower floors.
Warm Springs police chief fired; all officers suspended
An investigation has led to the termination of Warm Springs Police Chief Emilio Quintana and the suspension of every officer under him pending individual reviews.
An investigation has led to the termination of Warm Springs Police Chief Emilio Quintana and the suspension of every officer under him pending individual reviews.
Manchester City councilwoman arrested by GBI for false statements
A city councilwoman for Manchester City in Meriwether County has been arrested by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation.
A city councilwoman for Manchester City in Meriwether County has been arrested by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation.
Manchester High School student killed in Columbus, another student injured
A student at Manchester High School in the Meriwether County School System was killed during a shooting late Saturday night in Columbus.
A student at Manchester High School in the Meriwether County School System was killed during a shooting late Saturday night in Columbus.
Man killed at gathering in Meriwether County identified
A large gathering outside a Woodbury package store in Meriwether County ended with a homicide Sunday night.
A large gathering outside a Woodbury package store in Meriwether County ended with a homicide Sunday night.
Murder suspect found dead following SWAT standoff in Newnan
A man wanted for murder in Meriwether County has claimed his own life after an hours-long SWAT standoff in Newnan on Friday afternoon.
A man wanted for murder in Meriwether County has claimed his own life after an hours-long SWAT standoff in Newnan on Friday afternoon.
Meriwether County Schools shift to remote learning amidst flooded roads
Officials say this is a precautionary measure as several paved roads are currently under water, making them dangerous for travel, while many dirt roads have become impassable.
Officials say this is a precautionary measure as several paved roads are currently under water, making them dangerous for travel, while many dirt roads have become impassable.
Recovery in Spalding County a year after powerful tornadoes
It’s been a year since a tornado outbreak produced by powerful storms rolled through Troup, Merewether, and Spalding counties.
It’s been a year since a tornado outbreak produced by powerful storms rolled through Troup, Merewether, and Spalding counties.
Mug shot released of person accused of killing Meriwether County football player
rius Jashawn Williams, 19, of Manchester, is accused of shooting and killing 17-year-old Brandon Smith.
rius Jashawn Williams, 19, of Manchester, is accused of shooting and killing 17-year-old Brandon Smith.
Georgia football team honors teammate who died day before state championship
Brandon Smith died one day before he and his teammates were set to compete in the state championship.
Brandon Smith died one day before he and his teammates were set to compete in the state championship.
'Heartbroken': Georgia high school football player dies ahead of championship game
Brandon Smith was found dead the day before he and his teammates were scheduled to play in the state championship. He was just 17 years old.
Brandon Smith was found dead the day before he and his teammates were scheduled to play in the state championship. He was just 17 years old.
Urgent need of donations to help give 300 bikes to Georgia children for Christmas
An effort to provide bicycles for needy kids this Christmas finds itself in need of donations.
An effort to provide bicycles for needy kids this Christmas finds itself in need of donations.
Olivia Fowler death investigation: Aunt of mother of 3 says remains found deep in the woods
One day after the FBI positively identified the remains of Olivia Fowler, her aunt, Tamara McCoy, is discussing the latest developments.
One day after the FBI positively identified the remains of Olivia Fowler, her aunt, Tamara McCoy, is discussing the latest developments.
Olivia Fowler disappearance: Body of missing mother of 3 identified by DNA
Olivia Fowler was 26 when she went missing. She is the mother of three small children.
Olivia Fowler was 26 when she went missing. She is the mother of three small children.
Olivia Fowler disappearance: 2 years since mom of 3 went missing, no developments
This past Sunday marked the second anniversary in the disappearance of a young Meriwether County mother. Olivia Fowler's family says they had a small gathering with other families of missing or murdered women in Georgia.
This past Sunday marked the second anniversary in the disappearance of a young Meriwether County mother. Olivia Fowler's family says they had a small gathering with other families of missing or murdered women in Georgia.