Kennesaw advances $46.7M project list in split vote
In a 3-2 vote Monday, the Kennesaw City Council approved a $46.77 million slate of projects tied to a proposed countywide sales tax renewal. The Kennesaw project list for a voter-approved countywide 1% sales tax, called the Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST), passed 3-2 with council members Jon Bothers and Antonio Jones opposed. Funds collected by the tax are...
This Massive Georgia Go-Kart Track Is Drawing Crowds Of All Ages
Adrenaline kicks in the moment you step inside a place like this, and Andretti Indoor Karting & Games delivers that energy from start to finish. In Marietta, Georgia, this entertainment destination has quickly become a go-to spot for anyone looking to mix speed, competition, and nonstop fun. The high-speed go-kart tracks are the main attraction, offering a racing experience that feels far...
Judge orders metro Atlanta county to give DA her pension
A judge has ordered Cobb County to pay District Attorney Sonya Allen her pension. “It’s not about the money, but it’s about what’s right,” she exlusively told Channel 2 Cobb County Bureau Chief Michele Newell. In February, Channel 2 Action News reported that Allen filed a...
🐶 Playful & Sweet Dogs Ready for Adoption in Marietta, GA
Looking for a furry friend to brighten your days? These wonderful dogs in Marietta, GA are waiting at Homeless Pets Foundation for their forever families. Each one has a unique personality and so much love to give.
DUI arrest in Cobb leads to drug bust, child endangerment charges
Ahkeel Atkins, 30, of Austell, is accused of driving under the influence of drugs with his 10-year-old daughter in the back seat on March 19 at 11:45 p.m. at the intersection of Baker and Cowan roads, according to an arrest warrant from the Cobb County Police Department. Atkins was operating a 2024 Buick SUV while under the influence of marijuana when...
Flock Safety Cameras Made a Georgia Suburb a Surveillance Nightmare – Now Other Cities...
Cities nationwide are rejecting Flock Safety cameras after security flaws exposed residents to unauthorized tracking and federal surveillance.
Cobb delays decision on gas station near elementary school after public outcry
MARIETTA — On Tuesday, the Cobb County Planning Commission ordered a 30-day pause on deciding the future of the former site of the historic McAfee House along Bells Ferry Road. By unanimous vote, the commission delayed an application to build a RaceTrac gas station on the property, located at 2595 Bells Ferry Road, near the intersection of Barrett Parkway and across from Bells Ferry...
Gridlock Shock As Metro Atlanta Commute Artery Gets $50 Million Overhaul
One of metro Atlanta’s busiest commute routes is in for a massive makeover, with drivers learning on April 6, 2026, that the corridor is headed for roughly a $50 million overhaul. Early word from officials frames the effort as a major rebuild that could reshape the daily grind for thousands of drivers, although a full plan and timeline are still under wraps.
Atlanta police officer accidently shoots self at apartment complex
An Atlanta police officer accidentally shot himself on Tuesday night.
Lakewood Terrace Gunmen Caught On Camera Bolting After Daylight Robbery
Atlanta police are hunting for two men caught on camera ambushing a pedestrian in southeast Atlanta, striking the victim in the head with a firearm, then snatching a bookbag and taking off to a waiting car. The attack happened March 26 in the Lakewood Terrace area, and the stolen bag reportedly held clothing and shoes.
