Alpharetta GA

Monquezias Deshad Watts, 33, is set to spend the rest of his life behind bars after a Cherokee County jury found him guilty of a string of sex crimes against teenage girls. A judge sentenced the Canton man on Thursday to three consecutive life terms plus 25 years, ordering that each life sentence be served back to...

Starting May 4, 2026, drivers in Cherokee County who pass a stopped school bus with flashing red lights will receive a $1,000 citation by mail. The Cherokee County School District (CCSD) has installed new stop‑arm cameras on every bus to record violations and improve student safety.

Approximately 1,000 protesters showed up early Saturday afternoon in the Tucker area. The Tucker protest has been peaceful, but it is causing a few delays for drivers in the area.

Boys Swimmer of the Year: Baylor Stanton, Brookwood, Sr. State champion in the 200-yard individual medley in automatic All-American, state-record time of 1 minute, 44.49 seconds and state champ in the 100 backstroke in an automatic All-American time of 46.92; Gwinnett County champion in the 200 IM with county- and...

Looking for a furry friend to brighten your days? Alpharetta shelters have some wonderful dogs waiting for loving homes — from bouncy puppies to gentle Chihuahuas. Each one has a story and a heart full of love to share.

Great deli food has a way of building a following, and Grouchy’s New York Deli & Bagels has done exactly that. In Alpharetta, this longtime favorite has been serving classic New York-style deli dishes since 2000, earning a reputation that continues to draw customers from across Georgia. The focus is simple and...

The Georgia Department of Public Health conducted food service inspections in Cherokee County on 03/26/2026. The following 4 establishments were inspected. 🔴 Grade U (Failing) = below 70 | 🟠 Grade C = 70–79 | 🟡 Grade B = 80–89 | 🟢 Grade A = 90–100 🟡 Grade B (80–89) — 1 location THE LANDINGS OF CANTON HILLS —...

Well, look at that: Alpharetta, a thriving suburb just north of Atlanta, has claimed the top spot on CoworkingCafe’s 2026 list of best small U.S. cities (under 250,000 population) for big career opportunities. Home to major employers like Microsoft and Equifax, along with other tech and finance giants such...

On March 24, Gwinnett County Police officers and community members rescued an 8-year-old child with autism who went missing near Steve Reynolds Boulevard. The child was found clinging to a branch in the water and was pulled to safety by Master Police Officer J. Serrano and a civilian. Gwinnett County Fire and...

When most sixth-graders talk about their dream job, it’s a far-off vision of the future. For 11-year-old Aizley Ford, it’s already her reality. Ford, who lives in Marietta, has a recurring role in “DTF St. Louis,” a new murder-mystery series starring Jason Bateman and David Harbour and directed by Steve Conrad. The...