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Her son, Daniel Sarris, was charged with aggravated assault and murder hours later following a preliminary investigation by Cobb County’s Major Crimes Unit. Authorities have not shared her cause of death or a possible motive.

Crime

Kennesaw Man Charged in Murder of His Mother

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 25, 2025February 25, 2025

A crash on Dallas Highway in Cobb County left a 22-year-old Marietta man seriously injured Sunday night.

Cobb County Crash Leaves 22-Year-Old Seriously Injured

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 24, 2025February 24, 2025

Ready to rule the roost? West Cobb Regional Library is hosting a crash course on backyard chickens. Learn the basics before you bring home your first feathered friend.

Cobb Residents: Get Eggs-pert Advice on Raising Backyard Chickens

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 23, 2025February 23, 2025

Smyrna Pride organizers will permit the Georgia Log Cabin Republicans to join this year’s event despite earlier pushback—a move they say prioritizes unity over legal battles. The decision comes after festival organizers say the conservative group falsely claimed the festival excluded Republicans while allowing liberal organizations.

Smyrna Pride Includes Log Cabin Republicans Despite Controversy

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 21, 2025February 21, 2025

Local law enforcement officers will leap into frigid waters this weekend, proving their dedication to Special Olympics Georgia goes beyond mere lip service.

Brave Law Enforcement Officers Plan to Freeze Their Badges Off for Special Olympics

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 19, 2025February 19, 2025

The investigation continues as detectives work to determine the circumstances that led to the shooting and any potential connection between Atkins and Canady. Police have not released information about what brought Atkins, who lived in Kansas City, to the Powder Springs address.

Crime

64-Year-Old Cobb Man Accused of Fatally Shooting 67-Year-Old

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 17, 2025February 17, 2025

Chief Scott Hamilton made history as Austell's first African American police chief. Now, after two and a half years of service, he announces his departure to focus on family.

Austell’s First Black Police Chief Resigns

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 14, 2025February 14, 2025

Cobb County schools are adding a new layer of security with highly trained Vapor Wake detection dogs. These dogs can sniff out explosives and firearms in motion, making campuses safer for students and staff.

Cobb Schools Add Firearm Sniffing Dogs to School Safety Arsenal

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 13, 2025February 13, 2025

A new study from SmartAsset ranks the top counties in Georgia for economic growth, measuring business expansion, GDP increases, and new building permits.

Which Georgia Counties Had The Most GDP Growth?

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 12, 2025February 12, 2025

A 21-year-old man is dead, and a suspect is behind bars after a fatal shooting in Cobb County Wednesday morning.

Crime

21-Year-Old Roswell Man Fatally Shot in Cobb County

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 5, 2025February 5, 2025

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Crime

Marietta Man Gets Life Sentence For Rape and Child Molestation in Cherokee County

by B.T. ClarkJanuary 31, 2025

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Crime

Cobb Police Get Nearly $385,000 to Crack Down on Drunk Driving

by B.T. ClarkJanuary 31, 2025January 31, 2025

Cobb County police are asking for the public’s help in finding 87-year-old John Elmer Eaton, who has been reported missing.

Mattie’s Call Issued for Missing 87-Year-Old Georgia Man with Dementia

by B.T. ClarkJanuary 30, 2025January 30, 2025

Shoppers can return to Town Center Mall in Cobb County today as the mall reopens at 11 a.m. The closure was due to a power shutoff by Georgia Power over unpaid bills.

Will Town Center Mall Reopen Today?

by B.T. ClarkJanuary 29, 2025January 29, 2025

The Supreme Court of Georgia says Mableton’s cityhood is here to stay. The court has dismissed a lawsuit challenging the creation of the new city in Cobb County.

Georgia Supreme Court Rules Mableton Cityhood is Legal

by City ReportsJanuary 28, 2025January 28, 2025

Six Flags Over Georgia will introduce a new family thrill ride, Georgia Gold Rusher, this spring, blending high-speed action, spinning gondolas, and water features with a theme inspired by Georgia’s 19th-century gold rush.

Six Flags Over Georgia to Debut Georgia Gold Rusher

by News DeskJanuary 22, 2025January 22, 2025

Cobb County police are investigating a shooting at Lindley Middle School in Mableton. One person was shot Wednesday afternoon on school property, according to police reports.

Crime

Shooting at Cobb County Middle School: What We Know

by B.T. ClarkJanuary 15, 2025January 15, 2025