Severe thunderstorm warnings are in effect across a wide stretch of central and south Georgia this afternoon. The storms can damage roofs, dent cars, and knock down trees. What’s Happening: The National Weather Service has issued severe thunderstorm warnings for two main areas. A line of severe storms running from Omega to near Lenox is […]
Posted inCrime
Woodstock man convicted of rape and violating a protective order
What happened: 48-year-old Roman Viderman was convicted of rape and violation of a temporary protective order, which is a court order barring someone from contacting or approaching another person. The jury found him not guilty of a third charge, aggravated sexual battery. The case: The investigation started in 2025 after a woman told the Cherokee […]
Posted inWeather
Rip current warning issued for Southeast Georgia beaches this weekend
Dangerous rip currents are expected at beaches in Coastal Glynn and Coastal Camden counties from Saturday morning through late Saturday night. What’s Happening: A rip current warning is in effect for Southeast Georgia beaches. Rip currents are fast channels of water that pull swimmers away from shore and into deeper water. What’s Important: The warning […]
Posted inWeather
Will it rain over Memorial Day weekend in Georgia?
Showers and thunderstorms are expected every day this Memorial Day weekend across Georgia, with the best chance of storms each afternoon, according to the National Weather Service in Atlanta. What’s happening: Rain chances begin Friday and continue through at least Tuesday. A few storms Friday in north Georgia could be strong to severe, with gusty […]
Posted inTraffic & Transportation
19-year-old Motorcycle rider seriously hurt in Marietta crash
What happened: The crash happened at about 9:30 p.m. at the corner of Powder Springs Street and Sandtown Road. Police say 19-year-old Kether Hernandez, of Austell, was riding a 2026 Harley Davidson motorcycle south on Powder Springs Street when a 2015 Hyundai Elantra turned left from the northbound lane into a private driveway at 692 […]
Posted inFood
Gwinnett wing restaurant fails health inspection with a 54
What’s Happening: Gwinnett, Newton and Rockdale County health inspectors visited Cafe Hot Wing #10 at 895 Indian Trail Lilburn Road NW on May 19 and found more than a dozen violations. The restaurant received a U grade. The violations included: What’s Important: An employee was eating in the kitchen. Multiple workers handled food without hair […]
Posted inYour Vote
Democrats outdraw GOP in Georgia primary
More Democrats than Republicans turned out to vote in Tuesday’s primary election, flipping the outcome in the midterm primary election of four years ago when the GOP dominated. The strong showing could be a singular incident, or a trend that endures to the November general election and the head-to-head contests between the two parties. Democratic […]
Posted inEvents
Free summer concerts coming to Cobb County parks
Summer is bringing a full lineup of free and ticketed outdoor concerts to Cobb County, with shows scheduled across Marietta, Smyrna, and Mableton. Free Shows in Marietta and Smyrna The Marietta Glover Park Concert Series kicks off May 29 with A1A, a Jimmy Buffett tribute band, as part of a 40th Anniversary Celebration. Organizers are […]
Posted inTips and Knowledge
Cherokee County homeless coalition says tents and meals alone won’t end homelessness
A Cherokee County organization that works with people experiencing homelessness is pushing back on a common assumption about what it takes to solve the problem. The Homeless Coalition of Cherokee County says that while providing food and shelter in a crisis is necessary, it is not enough on its own to address homelessness in the […]
Posted inScam Alert
Scammers are calling Fayette County residents and pretending to be sheriff’s deputies
Someone is calling Fayette County residents, pretending to be a sheriff’s deputy, and demanding money to help them avoid jury duty — and the sheriff’s office wants people to know the calls are fake. What’s Happening: The Fayette County Sheriff’s Office says it has gotten multiple reports of the scam calls. The callers are telling […]
