Wrong way driving leads to multiple crashes on I-85 in Fulton County
A wrong-way driver suspected of alcohol impairment caused a series of multi-vehicle crashes on I-85 SB near Virginia Avenue Sunday morning. Two people were injured and hospitalized at Grady Memorial Hospital after a Dodge Durango traveling north in the southbound lanes hit a Kia Forte head-on. Investigators are prepari
Rockdale residents gather to organize opposition to proposed data center projects
CONYERS — More than 100 residents, environmental advocates, and community organizers gathered at Wheeler Park on June 3 for a community-led information meeting focused on proposed data center developments in Rockdale County and upcoming public hearings that could shape their future. The meeting, organized by Rockdale r
Georgia laboratory owner faces criminal and civil action over alleged Medicaid genetic testing fraud
Georgia – A Marietta laboratory owner is facing both criminal and civil action after Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr said his office uncovered alleged false genetic testing claims submitted to the Georgia Medicaid program. Carr announced earlier this week that the Medicaid Fraud and Patient Protection Division has
Latest incident at MARTA station puts transit agency in spotlight just ahead of the...
ATLANTA — Two stabbings, one of them deadly, and now a shooting have put safety and security firmly in the spotlight when it comes to riding MARTA. The transit agency's police department continues to search for the man they said shot a 19-year-old man on the Midtown Station southbound platform.
MARTA police chief: Don’t think ‘we’re just doing this because of the World Cup’
The Atlanta transit agency has been rocked by a string of violent incidents in the weeks leading up to the World Cup, which the city is hosting.
Upper West Market: Atlanta’s First Indoor Farmers Market Opens
Atlanta has welcomed a fresh addition to its culinary landscape with the grand opening of Upper West Market, the city’s first dedicated indoor farmers market. The market transforms a former Cagle’s chicken processing plant into a vibrant hub for local producers, fresh goods, and community experiences. Upper West...
MARTA schedules impacted by construction, shutdowns on I-285
With construction and closures the norm for Interstate 285 this weekend, and more weekends to come, MARTA says the rail, bus and MARTA Mobility services will remain impacted.
One person arrested after crashing vehicle, huffing duster spray in Georgia
GEORGIA — A Cobb County man is facing multiple charges after police say he crashed his vehicle, fled from officers and continued driving while huffing a can of electronic duster spray. According to an arrest warrant, Bradley Carter was involved in a crash in Marietta on May 21 shortly after 11 a.m. Authorities say Cart
MARTA chief says safety remains top priority after recent violent crimes
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Safety on MARTA has come under renewed scrutiny following a recent string of violent incidents, including a shooting Friday night at the Midtown Station and a fatal stabbing last weekend at the Oakland City Station. Atlanta police said a man was shot in...
Rockdale County Restaurant Report Card – 06/05/2026
The Gwinnett, Newton & Rockdale County Health Departments conducted food service inspections in Rockdale County on 06/05/2026. The following 1 establishment was inspected. 🔴 Grade U (Failing) = below 70 | 🟠 Grade C = 70–79 | 🟡 Grade B = 80–89 | 🟢 Grade A = 90–100 🟢 Grade A (90–100) — 1 location LongHorn Steakhouse —

















