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🏙️ The Gist: Austell residents have chosen their mayor; incumbent Ollie B. Clemons Jr. has secured the seat with a strong majority.
Posted inYour Government

Who Won the Austell Mayor’s Race?

by Thom ChandlerNovember 7, 2023November 7, 2023
Polling Place Vote Here Sign On White Board Near House
Posted inYour Government

Who Is on the Ballot for Tuesday’s Election in Cobb County?

by Thom ChandlerNovember 6, 2023November 6, 2023
prison, prison cell, jail
Posted inIn The News

Five Sentenced in North Georgia for Involvement in Sex Trafficking Scheme Spanning Over a Year

by Thom ChandlerOctober 31, 2023October 31, 2023
As October 31 draws near, Halloween festivities are on everyone's mind. For children, it's a night of costumes, candy, and adventure; for parents, it's a night that calls for vigilance. To that end, the Cobb County Police Department has released a set of comprehensive safety guidelines. Backed by a plethora of statistics, these guidelines offer a roadmap to a safer Halloween experience.
Posted inYour Family

How To Keep Your Family Safe This Halloween

by Thom ChandlerOctober 30, 2023October 30, 2023
🚨 The Gist: A tragic series of events unfolded in Paulding County, leading to the death of Jasmyn Lambert, a 37-year-old Cobb County teacher.
Posted inCrime

A Cobb County Teacher Was Killed Saturday. Her Estranged Husband Has Been Charged in Her Death

by Thom ChandlerOctober 30, 2023October 30, 2023
Marietta Square, a hub of activity and culture in the heart of Marietta, has taken on a new festive look this season. As you stroll through the square, you're likely to encounter a host of uniquely designed "square"crows, lovingly crafted by local businesses and agencies. These aren't your ordinary scarecrows; they are a testament to the city's deep pool of talent and imaginative spirit.
Posted inYour Community

Have You Seen the Scarecrows on Marietta Square?

by Thom ChandlerOctober 29, 2023October 29, 2023
The Gist: The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is on the case of a police shooting in Smyrna that resulted in the death of 26-year-old Marthely Theodore. Occurring on October 20, the victim died Saturday. No officers were harmed.
Posted inCrime

Man Accused of Pointing Gun at Passing Cars Killed by Smyrna Police

by Thom ChandlerOctober 21, 2023October 21, 2023
Road Work Ahead Sign with traffic
Posted inTraffic & Transportation

Road Closures Ahead on I-75 From West Paces Ferry to Northside Parkway

by Kelly PostOctober 20, 2023October 20, 2023
Below is a statement released by Cobb County Commission Chair Lisa Cupid on Thursday about the ongoing war in Israel.
Posted inOpinion

Read Cobb County Commission Chair Lisa Cupid’s Statement on Israel

by Lisa CupidOctober 12, 2023October 12, 2023
The Gist: An 11-year-old girl is now hospitalized with serious injuries after a vehicle struck her while crossing Post Oak Tritt Road on Tuesday morning.
Posted inTraffic & Transportation

11-Year-Old Girl Seriously Injured After Being Hit by a Car While Crossing a Cobb County Street

by Thom ChandlerOctober 10, 2023October 10, 2023
The final play of Game 2 between the Braves and Phillies is kind of play that you can watch over and over again. Luckily, because it’s the postseason, it was captured from all sorts of angles—each of which is better than the last. 
Posted inIn The News

WATCH: This Field-Level View of the Braves’ Game-Winning Double Play is So Good

by Dan GartlandOctober 10, 2023
The Gist: CobbLinc riders can now pay via the Breeze Mobile 2.0 app, integrating them with a broader regional transport payment network.
Posted inTraffic & Transportation

CobbLinc Riders Can Now Pay Using The Breeze Mobile App

by Thom ChandlerOctober 8, 2023October 8, 2023
Are you showering smart? It's a question Cobb County officials are encouraging residents to consider.
Posted inYour Government

Are You Showering Smart? Cobb County Wants to Help

by Thom ChandlerOctober 5, 2023October 5, 2023
Posted inSports

Why Jaylen Brown Thinks Many of Today’s Sneakers Are ‘Trash’

by Chris Malone MéndezOctober 4, 2023June 2, 2025
The Gist: A white motorcycle, with no license plate, evaded a traffic stop on I-75, leading a Bibb County deputy on a high-speed chase before crashing off Bass Road.
Posted inCrime

High Speed Motorcycle Chase in Bibb County Leads to Capture of Man with 3 Warrants

by Thom ChandlerOctober 3, 2023October 10, 2023
The Gist: The seasonal burn ban in Georgia ceased as of October 1, reinstating outdoor burning in 54 counties under specific regulations.
Posted inAnnouncements

Georgia’s outdoor burn ban has been lifted

by Thom ChandlerOctober 2, 2023October 2, 2023
MARIETTA, GEORGIA – A pair of undefeated teams hooked up at Walton on Friday night, as North Paulding visited the national ranked Raiders, ranked No. 23 in the latest SBLive/Sports Illustrated Power 25. The Wolfpack put up a fight, but Walton quarterback Jeremy Hecklinski, a Wake Forest commit, ...
Posted inIn The News

High School Football: Wake Forest Commit Jeremy Hecklinski Propels Walton Over East Paulding

by Gary AdornatoSeptember 30, 2023October 10, 2023
If you're wondering when it's legally justifiable to use deadly force in Georgia, the Marietta Police laid out some guidelines earlier today in a social media post.
Posted inNews You Can Use

Georgia Law: When is it legally justifiable to shoot someone?

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 30, 2023September 30, 2023

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