Kennesaw State graduate’s emotional graduation moment goes viral
A recent Kennesaw State University graduate is going viral after his mother posted an emotional graduation ceremony video to social media.
Beloved African American bookstore in Atlanta closing after 35 years in business
An African American bookstore that’s been an important part of Atlanta for more than three decades is closing.
Driver wanted in deadly South LA hit-and-run is found in Georgia, LAPD announce her...
On the day Cierra Danae Whitaker was arrested in Atlanta, police said she tried to avoid capture by hiding in an attic.
‘America First’ license plate available in January
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Beginning Thursday, Georgia motorists will have the opportunity to purchase new “America First” license plates. That provision is one of a host of new Georgia laws that take effect on Jan. 1, 2026. The new specialty vehicle license plates display an...
Judge denies bond for Bojangles manager in coworker’s father’s death
FULTON COUNTY, Ga. - A Fulton County Superior Court judge denied bond Tuesday for a Bojangles shift manager accused of murdering a coworker’s father. Senior Judge Alford Dempsey cited Maurice Evans’ potential danger to the community and witnesses as the primary reason for his decision. The ruling follows...
Woman seeks help identifying driver after apparent hit-and-run on I-20
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A Cobb County mother is asking for help identifying the car and driver who totaled her car in DeKalb County, with her and her son inside. Dash cam video shows a car swerving and slamming another car into the median on I-20 west in DeKalb County. Inside that car were Annette...
“My name is Sadie, and I’m in need of a loving home!”
The Cobb County Courier’s Dog of the Day, selected from the Cobb Animal Services Shelter website, is a female tan/white Jack Russell terrier. The following information on this potential family member is copied and pasted from the Animal Shelters website. To see the original text visit this link to the Animal Shelter...
Buddhist monks persist in peace walk despite injuries as thousands follow them on social...
ATLANTA (AP) — A group of Buddhist monks is persevering in their walking trek across much of the U.S. to promote peace, even after two of its members were injured when a truck hit their escort vehicle. After starting their walk in Fort Worth, Texas, on Oct. 26, the group of about two dozen monks has made it to...
Free food for needy provided by Marietta church, nonprofit group
Those who are in need will have an opportunity to be helped by a church in Marietta. The Episcopal Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul in Marietta is partnering with There’s Hope For The Hungry to provide free food for those in need. The church at 1795 Johnson Ferry Road is offering the food on Jan. 6 from 10 a.m....
New Year’s Eve 2025 fireworks guidelines in Cobb County
Brush off the old and ring in the new this week. Cobb County Government offices will be closed Thursday, Jan. 1. We hope everyone enjoys their New Year celebrations in safe and fun ways. If you use consumer fireworks, protect yourself, your loved ones, and abide by regulations. See the...
