Man cited for death of mother bear in Pickens County community identified
Sok Landy, 35, was cited for illegally killing a female black bear after a series of encounters outside his home along Oglethorpe Mountain Road.
Man charged in death of mother bear in Pickens County community
A North Georgia resident is facing charges for shooting a bear near his home in Pickens County.
Massive diesel spill in Pickens County: Emergency crews contain 2,500-gallon leak
Officials in Pickens County spent much of Tuesday cleaning up a massive diesel fuel spill near the town of Talking Rock.
Mother bear killing in Pickens County sparks investigation, community outcry
A mother black bear was fatally shot near a Bent Tree home Friday, prompting outrage and an investigation by the Georgia DNR and local officials.
Missing 15-year-old found safe
The Pickens County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating 15-year-old Jocelyn Blaise Hulsey, who was last seen by her family around May 3.
Georgia launches multi-state probe after rescuing Pennsylvania teen
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation stated that the investigation remains active and ongoing.
Historic cannonball discovery in Pickens County sparks bomb squad response
Authorities in Pickens County were dealing with a blast from the past on Wednesday night.
Firefighters battle wildfire in North Georgia amid Red Flag Warning
Pickens County Fire and Georgia Forestry were called out to a wildfire on Wednesday afternoon near Burnt Mountain.
Lumpkin County altercation sparks police pursuit; suspect in custody
A violent altercation in Lumpkin County led to a high-speed chase and an arrest.
Georgia paramedic becomes hero after rescuing family from house fire
A Pickens County man spotted a house on fire on his way to work.
Bicyclist seriously injured by hit-and-run driver in Pickens County
The Pickens County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help after a cyclist was seriously injured in a hit-and-run on March 1 around 4 p.m.
Pickens County man found with missing child in motel room arrested
A Pickens County man is facing serious charges, including aggravated child molestation, after deputies found him with a missing child in a motel room in Gordon County.
Georgia woman who helped save lives during World War II celebrating 104th birthday
A Georgia woman who helped save lives during World War II and dedicated her life to supporting veterans is preparing to mark a remarkable milestone.
Crews investigating fire that destroyed Pickens County mobile home
Investigators said the fire that completely destroyed an abandoned Pickens County mobile home was "suspicious."
T.I.'s son, King Harris, arrested in Dunwoody
Atlanta rapper T.I.'s son, Clifford "King" Harris, Jr., was arrested in Dunwoody on Monday.
Drive-thru flu shot clinics planned for north Georgia residents
In just a few weeks, people in North Georgia can arm themselves against the flu without ever leaving their cars.
Pickens County waitress dies days after home explosion
Shelly Harlan, a 62-year-old resident of Pickens County, has died following a devastating home explosion last month.
'Miracle': Pickens County woman now speaking days after home explosion
Shelly Harlan had burns over 60% of her body and was only given a 5% of surviving after her home exploded. She's now undergone two successful surgeries and can speak again.
Woman with life-threatening burns airlifted after home explosion in Pickens County
A Pickens County woman is in critical condition after a devastating explosion at her home over the weekend.
2-year-old boy, mom killed in Jasper fire, family confirms
Family members have identified the two victims of a house fire in Jasper as a mother and her two-year-old son who was going to be three this July.