Former Cobb County officer dies during heroic water rescue in South Carolina
Former Cobb County officer Chase Childers, 38, died after rescuing swimmers caught in a rip current at Pawleys Island, S.C.
Former Cobb County officer Chase Childers, 38, died after rescuing swimmers caught in a rip current at Pawleys Island, S.C.
Man charged with murder in deadly Atlanta shooting at Park Vista Apartments
Jonathan Lawson, 34, was arrested and charged with murder and multiple firearm-related offenses.
Jonathan Lawson, 34, was arrested and charged with murder and multiple firearm-related offenses.
Heather Turner 2017 death: Paulding County DA promises future updates
Paulding County officials say the investigation into Heather Turner's 2017 death remains open, with key forensic tests still pending before any further conclusions are made.
Paulding County officials say the investigation into Heather Turner's 2017 death remains open, with key forensic tests still pending before any further conclusions are made.
19-year-old killed by child with gun in Paulding County identified
A 3-year-old accidentally shot and killed a 19-year-old man in a Paulding County home, according to the sheriff's office.
A 3-year-old accidentally shot and killed a 19-year-old man in a Paulding County home, according to the sheriff's office.
Man arrested after deadly Paulding County road rage shooting
Deputies say the victim called 911 and drove himself to a firehouse following the shooting, but he died at the hospital.
Deputies say the victim called 911 and drove himself to a firehouse following the shooting, but he died at the hospital.
Deadly Paulding County shooting: Ridge Road gunman remains on the run
Authorities in Paulding County are investigating a deadly shooting that occurred Monday afternoon near the intersection of Ridge Road and Cohran Store Road.
Authorities in Paulding County are investigating a deadly shooting that occurred Monday afternoon near the intersection of Ridge Road and Cohran Store Road.
Teen accused of killing mother's boyfriend, Paulding County deputies say
A 17-year-old is behind bars after Paulding County deputies say he shot and killed his mother's boyfriend.
A 17-year-old is behind bars after Paulding County deputies say he shot and killed his mother's boyfriend.
Photos: Paulding County High School hosts full-scale emergency response drill
The exercise aimed to test preparedness and response capabilities for mass casualty incidents, involving multiple local agencies.
The exercise aimed to test preparedness and response capabilities for mass casualty incidents, involving multiple local agencies.
Operation Clean Air uncovers rampant vape sales to minors in Paulding County
"Operation Clean Air" led to the arrest of seven individuals in Paulding County for selling vape products to minors.
"Operation Clean Air" led to the arrest of seven individuals in Paulding County for selling vape products to minors.
Polk County jailer fired following DUI arrest in Dallas
Khalil Alexander Rembert, a jailer in Polk County, was arrested for DUI and failing to maintain a lane.
Khalil Alexander Rembert, a jailer in Polk County, was arrested for DUI and failing to maintain a lane.
7 arrested in Paulding County underage vaping sting, deputies say
Paulding County deputies have arrested seven people in connection with a months-long investigation into the sale of vapes to minors in the county.
Paulding County deputies have arrested seven people in connection with a months-long investigation into the sale of vapes to minors in the county.
Massive drug bust in Paulding County: Meth, fentanyl, and firearms seized
Authorities seized methamphetamine, fentanyl, and 14 firearms during a drug bust in Paulding County, leading to the arrest of John Burch.
Authorities seized methamphetamine, fentanyl, and 14 firearms during a drug bust in Paulding County, leading to the arrest of John Burch.
Paulding County Sheriff's deputy talks about being shot in the line of duty
Nearly a month after being shot during a welfare check, Paulding County Deputy Brice Mattick is back on the job and sharing his story of survival and resilience.
Nearly a month after being shot during a welfare check, Paulding County Deputy Brice Mattick is back on the job and sharing his story of survival and resilience.
Man arrested for lewd acts at Dollar General stores across 3 counties
Investigators say the stores were in Douglas County, Paulding County, and Buchanan in Haralson County.
Investigators say the stores were in Douglas County, Paulding County, and Buchanan in Haralson County.
Serial indecent exposure suspect targets Dollar Generals in West Georgia
A man has been spotted at multiple West Georgia Dollar Generals performing an indecent act.
A man has been spotted at multiple West Georgia Dollar Generals performing an indecent act.
Missing 12-year-old Paulding County boy found, deputies say.
Paulding County deputies have found a 12-year-old boy who had missing since Sunday afternoon.
Paulding County deputies have found a 12-year-old boy who had missing since Sunday afternoon.
Massive teen brawl in Paulding County leaves 1 injured, 1 arrested
A fight involving 15 to 20 teens broke out at a Paulding County home after an ongoing school feud escalated beyond campus.
A fight involving 15 to 20 teens broke out at a Paulding County home after an ongoing school feud escalated beyond campus.
Paulding County's school social workers earn national recognition
Paulding County Schools has five school social workers serving 32,000 students in its system. According to the district, its social work operations budget is just under $100,000.
Paulding County Schools has five school social workers serving 32,000 students in its system. According to the district, its social work operations budget is just under $100,000.
Deputy recovering after fatal shooting at Paulding County home
A welfare check turned violent Thursday morning in Paulding County when a deputy was shot and a suspect was killed during an exchange of gunfire.
A welfare check turned violent Thursday morning in Paulding County when a deputy was shot and a suspect was killed during an exchange of gunfire.
Easter egg hunts and other events in metro Atlanta | April 2025
From helicopter egg drops to petting zoos, live music, and bunny photo ops, there are plenty of free and low-cost egg hunts and spring festivals happening around metro Atlanta.
From helicopter egg drops to petting zoos, live music, and bunny photo ops, there are plenty of free and low-cost egg hunts and spring festivals happening around metro Atlanta.