Brookhaven traffic stop leads to discovery of multiple illegal drugs
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - A traffic stop along the Buford Hwy corridor on March 1 turned into the discovery of a plethora of illegal drugs, according to Brookhaven Police. During the stop, officers detected the odor of marijuana, which is illegal in the state of Georgia. Further search...
Two suspects indicted in death of teen during Cobb apartment shootout
A 17-year-old boy was killed during a shootout after two suspects attempted to take his gun, according to an indictment ...
Marietta Man Indicted on Vehicular Homicide Charges
A Marietta man was indicted on vehicular homicide charges last week in connection to a fatal crash in June 2024. Daniel Hunt, 28, is accused of operating a 2019 Ram 1500 Classic in a reckless manner that caused a crash on Barrett Parkway near the intersection with Village Greene in Marietta. On June 20, 2024, at...
Police identify man arrested after his mom, her boyfriend’s bodies found after SWAT standoff
Police found Marvin Spencer and Henretta Russell's bodies inside the apartment.
Woman charged with murder, accused of shooting Hall County man she was in a...
James David Barron was found in the bedroom where he had been shot in the torso.
Strong to severe storms move into area overnight into Sunday morning
Spotty showers and overcast skies Saturday will make way for increasing storm overage overnight into Sunday morning. While a widespread severe weather event is not expected, areas of gusty winds and the potential for small hail or a brief tornado does exist for parts of the Big Bend and South Georgia on Sunday....
Daylight Saving Time begins | Spring forward!
Daylight Saving Time begins this Sunday, March 9, at 2:00 a.m., when all clocks are set forward one hour. This is also a great time to check and change the smoke detector batteries in your home. A message from the Georgia Fire Commissioner As Daylight Saving Time begins, Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner John F....
How Did Smyrna, Georgia Get its Name?
Smyrna, Georgia—now a thriving suburb of Atlanta—owes its name to an ancient city across the world, with deep biblical roots and a history steeped in faith and community. But how exactly did this bustling city in Cobb County come to be called Smyrna? The answer lies in the traditions of early settlers and the...
Thunderstorms possible in metro Atlanta beginning Saturday evening, March 8
The National Weather Service issued a hazardous weather outlook for Cobb County and other parts of north and central Georgia for the weekend beginning Saturday March 8. There is a chance of thunderstorms through the weekend, but those storms are not expected to be severe. What is in the statement?
Rockdale County deputies arrest one of their top 10 most wanted
The Rockdale County Sheriff’s Office recently arrested someone on their top 10 most wanted list.