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Acworth residents have a new dining option as Whataburger officially opened its doors on Cobb Parkway, with Mayor Tommy Allegood and city officials hosting a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Monday, July 21.

Food

Whataburger is Now Open in Acworth

by B.T. ClarkJuly 21, 2025

Residents in Locust Grove, Georgia, who love grabbing wings and quick bites might feel uneasy about K & J Wings & More after it scored poorly on back-to-back health inspections. These failures bring serious issues to light that could put your family's health at risk when dining out.

Food

Georgia Wings Restaurant Fails Two Health Inspections

by B.T. ClarkJuly 20, 2025July 20, 2025

Electric-vehicle manufacturer Rivian will establish a new East Coast headquarters in Atlanta, creating about 500 jobs when completed.

Rivian Will Build its New East Coast Headquarters in Atlanta

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceJuly 18, 2025

Cobb County residents will no longer see or hear public comments during school board meetings online. The district will still allow in-person comments but has ended livestreaming that portion of meetings.

Your Government

Cobb School Board Votes to Muzzle Public Comment From Meeting Livestreams

by B.T. ClarkJuly 18, 2025July 18, 2025

A three-day operation in Cherokee County led to the arrest of 12 men accused of trying to meet what they thought was a 14-year-old girl for sex. Eleven traveled to the county to meet the undercover officers posing as the girl. One suspect was arrested at home for child exploitation charges.

Crime

12 Men Were Arrested After They Tried to Meet a 14-Year-Old Girl in Cherokee County

by B.T. ClarkJuly 17, 2025July 17, 2025

Collie Greenwood, General Manager and Chief Executive Officer of MARTA, has announced his early retirement following the expiration of his work permit on June 18, 2025. Greenwood, a Canadian citizen, remains in the United States legally while awaiting his permanent resident card.

MARTA CEO Collie Greenwood Retires Early Amid Immigration Work Permit Expiration

by B.T. ClarkJuly 17, 2025July 17, 2025

Retired Sergeant Chris King, a longtime firefighter and United States Marine, has died following a battle with cancer. King was known for his dedication to protecting Cherokee Coounty and supporting those around him.

Retired Cherokee County Fire Sergeant Chris King Dies After Battle with Cancer

by B.T. ClarkJuly 17, 2025July 17, 2025

🚨 Why It Matters: Jessie Moore is blind in one eye and needs medication, making every hour critical for his safety. Your help could save a vulnerable neighbor.

Blind Elderly Man Missing In DeKalb County

by B.T. ClarkJuly 16, 2025July 16, 2025

The familiar rhythm of a Gwinnett County school morning — the shuffle of backpacks, the buzz of teenage chatter, the scent of cafeteria breakfast — is about to gain a new, silent partner.

Here’s How Gwinnett County Schools Will Keep Students Safe This Year

by B.T. ClarkJuly 16, 2025July 16, 2025

A Decatur hotel must pay $40 million after a federal jury found it failed to stop child sex trafficking on its property. The landmark decision could reshape how hotels handle suspicious activity.

Crime

Jury Slams Georgia Hotel With $40M Verdict In Child Sex Trafficking Case

by News DeskJuly 14, 2025July 14, 2025

Two DeKalb County mechanics are facing federal charges after authorities discovered over a ton of meth hidden at their auto repair shop.

Crime

Georgia Mechanics Busted With Over a Ton of Meth at Auto Repair Shop

by B.T. ClarkJuly 14, 2025July 14, 2025

A domestic dispute turned deadly Sunday afternoon in a quiet Stone Mountain neighborhood, leaving two people dead from gunshot wounds.

Crime

Two Dead in Domestic Incident at Stone Mountain Home

by B.T. ClarkJuly 13, 2025July 13, 2025

Close-up of a businessman's hand holding a briefcase, symbolizing professionalism.

Crime

Airport Bust: Traveler Caught with $3 Million in Drugs in His Luggage at Hartsfield-Jackson

by B.T. ClarkJuly 13, 2025

The Culture of Silence that surrounds the Frank Case might seem surprising. Again, it happened 110 years ago. Everyone involved in the inciting incident – the murder of child factory worker Mary Phagan and the subsequent trial and lynching – are all dead.

Underdressed and Overeducated

Opinion: Murder, Mob ‘Justice,’ and Georgia’s Culture of Silence

by Erin GreerJuly 12, 2025

A judge handed down a life sentence plus 155 years to Rodney McWeay for the starvation death of his daughter. The 33-year-old father was convicted last month in Fulton County.

Crime

Georgia Father Gets Life Sentence for Starving 4-Year-Old Daughter to Death

by B.T. ClarkJuly 10, 2025

Mario Guevara, the Salvadoran journalist detained last month after filming a protest in DeKalb County, has now had all local criminal charges against him dropped. But he remains behind bars in federal custody—and may still face deportation.

Gwinnett Prosecutor Drops All Charges Against Jailed Journalist Mario Guevara

by B.T. ClarkJuly 10, 2025July 10, 2025

A new learning facility at Dunwoody Nature Center will help hundreds more families access outdoor education programs each year.

Dunwoody Nature Center Will Get a New Learning Lab: What We Know

by B.T. ClarkJuly 9, 2025July 9, 2025

A Lilburn man faces murder charges after his roommate died from severe head injuries suffered during a July 4th assault at their shared home. Police say the victim was found by another roommate who called 911.

Crime

Lilburn Man Charged With Murder After Roommate Dies From Head Injury

by B.T. ClarkJuly 9, 2025July 9, 2025