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A woman is in critical condition after being struck by a silver Mitsubishi Mirage on Ernest Barrett Parkway in Cobb County on November 5. The unidentified pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk when the accident occurred. Local police request witnesses to contact the S.T.E.P. Unit to assist in the investigation.

Traffic & Transportation

Woman in Critical Condition After Pedestrian Accident on Barrett Parkway

by Thom ChandlerNovember 6, 2024November 6, 2024

The Georgia Supreme Court has annulled an absentee ballot return extension in Cobb County, potentially disenfranchising many voters. The original deadline was extended to November 8 due to mailing delays, but this was challenged by the Republican National Committee. Now, ballots must arrive by 7 p.m. on Election Day, November 5.

Georgia Supreme Court Blocks Cobb County Absentee Ballot Extension

by Thom ChandlerNovember 5, 2024November 5, 2024

In a shocking incident in Austell, a man is dead and another wounded after a shooting linked to suspect Courtney Woullard, now in custody. Amidst rising crime concerns, the community is urged to assist the investigation as police tackle this alarming case of violence and potential felony murder.

Crime

Fatal Shooting in Austell Leaves One LaGrange Man Dead and Another Injured

by Thom ChandlerNovember 4, 2024November 4, 2024

Six Flags Over Georgia will honor Veterans and active-duty military personnel with Appreciation Days on November 9, 10, 16, and 17. Service members receive free admission, with discounted tickets for family at $9.99 each. Events include special presentations and a patriotic dance party, creating a festive atmosphere for all attendees.

Six Flags Honors Veterans and Military with Special Appreciation Days

by Thom ChandlerNovember 4, 2024November 4, 2024

Brooks Cleary, found guilty in the death of his fiancé Hailey Johnson, received an 11-year sentence Wednesday, far short of the prosecution’s 25-year request.

Crime

Cobb County Man Sentenced to 11 Years For Concealing His Fiancé’s Death

by Thom ChandlerNovember 4, 2024November 4, 2024

A fatal crash on Powers Ferry Road in Cobb County resulted in one death and one hospitalization. A 2010 Toyota Camry veered into oncoming traffic, left the road, and hit a tree. Authorities seek information from witnesses to aid the investigation. Victims' names have not been released.

Traffic & Transportation

Fatal Crash on Powers Ferry Road Leaves Marietta Resident Dead

by Thom ChandlerOctober 31, 2024October 31, 2024

• The injured pedestrian was taken to Kennestone Hospital and remains in critical condition.

Traffic & Transportation

Pedestrian Seriously Injured in Cobb County Crash

by Thom ChandlerOctober 28, 2024October 28, 2024

Polling Place Vote Here Sign On White Board Near House

Cobb County Early Voting Turnout

by Thom ChandlerOctober 27, 2024October 27, 2024

A 42-year-old man was hospitalized with serious injuries after a collision with a truck on Paces Ferry Road. The incident occurred when the cyclist entered a crosswalk and was struck by the truck during a left turn. The driver was uninjured. Police are investigating and seeking witnesses.

Traffic & Transportation

Bicyclist Hospitalized After Collision with Truck in Cobb County

by Thom ChandlerOctober 23, 2024October 23, 2024

Cobb County Police are investigating the death of a 66-year-old man following a residential fire in Marietta. Officers responded to a report of a fire on Jamerson Forest Circle at approximately 9:26 p.m. on October 18. Firefighters from Cobb County Fire & Emergency Services arrived at the scene and extinguished the blaze.

Fire

66-Year-Old Man Found Dead After Marietta Fire

by Thom ChandlerOctober 22, 2024October 22, 2024

A Fulton County judge issued a ruling Tuesday night rejecting a Georgia State Election Board’s new ballot hand-count rule from taking effect on the night of Georgia’s Nov. 5 general election.

Struck Down: Georgia Does Not Have to Hand Count Ballots on Election Night

by Stanley Dunlap | Georgia RecorderOctober 16, 2024October 16, 2024

Former President Donald Trump Tuesday night pledged to defeat inflation, lower taxes, and deport illegal immigrants at a campaign rally in Cobb County.

What Did Donald Trump Say in Georgia Tuesday Night?

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceOctober 15, 2024

For Cobb County residents with unwanted paint piling up, Keep Cobb Beautiful is hosting a Paint Recycling/Amnesty Collection event.

Need to Get Rid of Old Paint in Cobb County?

by Thom ChandlerOctober 13, 2024October 13, 2024

On November 5, voters in Cobb County will vote on a new transit tax plan to fund public transit projects. It’s called the Mobility Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax, or M-SPLOST. This plan will raise sales tax by 1%, bringing it from 6% to 7%, for the next 30 years.

Traffic & Transportation

Everything You Need to Know Before Voting on Cobb County’s Transit Tax

by Thom ChandlerOctober 12, 2024October 12, 2024

A Georgia jury found Mississippi National Guard member Selena Kellum guilty of murdering her girlfriend, Shaikia Strong, in a Smyrna extended-stay hotel in 2021. Kellum, 26, now faces charges including felony murder, aggravated assault, and tampering with evidence.

Crime

Mississippi National Guard Member Found Guilty in Georgia Girlfriend’s Murder

by Thom ChandlerOctober 10, 2024October 10, 2024

A burglary at a Smyrna sporting goods store turned deadly late Friday when a suspect was fatally shot by Cobb County officers after reportedly opening fire on police attempting to arrest him. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation has launched a probe into the shooting, which occurred outside Adventure Outdoors.

Crime

Cobb Police Kill Burglary Suspect at Adventure Outdoors

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 30, 2024September 30, 2024

The State Election Board is launching an investigation into allegations that local election boards in eight counties are routinely thwarting citizen activists’ challenges of thousands of voter registrations.

Georgia State Election Board Investigates How Counties Handle Voter Challenges

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceSeptember 24, 2024September 24, 2024

San Francisco, CA - August 23, 2019: Presidential candidate Kamala Harris speaking at the Democratic National Convention summer session in San Francisco, California.

Kamala Harris Was in Georgia Today: Here’s What She Said

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceSeptember 20, 2024September 20, 2024