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.

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.

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.

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.

Bus full of students, sports car involved in Friday night crash in Pickens County

All lanes of SR515 southbound at International South Drive near Highway 108 in Pickens County were closed Friday night after a crash involving two vehicles.