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Terrell Williams, 44, is accused of breaking into a Cobb County home after a murder and later breaking into the home of NASCAR champion Greg Biffle; NC investigators say items from Biffle’s burglary were found at Williams’s home, and extradition is being sought to face 12 charges in North Carolina related to the Biffle case and a separate 2019 burglary.
Marietta police arrested the mother’s boyfriend, Dairon Keith, for concealing the death of 2-year-old Messiah Harris after he reported the child missing; investigators say Keith placed Messiah’s body in the woods behind the apartment and loosely covered it, and he faces two felonies—concealing a death and making false statements—after Messiah’s body was found later that day; investigators believe the death occurred before the 911 call and the probe continues.
Dozens of Cobb County residents confronted the school board and about half the audience walked out after a video recap of President Trump’s visit to Wheeler High School. Critics said the event felt like a political rally rather than an educational moment, while supporters called it a historic milestone. Superintendent Chris Ragsdale defended hosting the visit, noting Cobb County has hosted three sitting presidents; questions remain about future guidelines and advance notice for presidential visits.
At a Cobb County, Georgia event, President Trump urged Braves fans to revive the Tomahawk Chop at home games, inviting former Braves manager Brian Snitker on stage while promoting his education policies and the Trump Accounts program; the piece notes the chop's ongoing cultural controversy and Trump's message that supporters should keep doing it.
Four park guests were struck by a fallen tree during severe weather near the Six Flags Over Georgia entrance in Austell, with four taken to a local hospital for evaluation. Initial counts varied, with Cobb County Fire reporting three to five injuries and two seriously hurt, as a severe thunderstorm warning remained in effect.
A four-month-old baby in Cobb County, Georgia, is in the ICU on a ventilator after contracting the flu, RSV, and pneumonia during the holiday season, highlighting the rising flu cases nationwide and the importance of taking precautions to prevent severe illness, especially in vulnerable populations like infants and the elderly.
A police officer exchanged gunfire with a group of suspects near Six Flags Over Georgia, leaving one person injured and hospitalized. The incident occurred after officers were called to assist with a large, unruly crowd of 500 to 600 people within the park, and the shooting took place off the park's property. Six Flags emphasized their commitment to safety and security, stating that the incident did not occur on their property. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is currently investigating the shooting.
A 17-year-old, Scott Foor, has been arrested and charged with two counts of aggravated assault and possession of a firearm on school property after shooting two individuals involved in a physical altercation at McEachern High School's parking lot. The victims sustained non-life-threatening injuries, and police are still searching for a second shooter. The school is operating as normal with additional police and counselor staff on campus, and anyone with information is urged to contact the Cobb County Police Department.
A 17-year-old was arrested after allegedly shooting two people outside McEachern High School in Cobb County, with investigators believing there was a second unidentified shooter. The victims, not students of the school, were involved in a fight with a student when the shooting occurred. The suspect, Scott Anthony Foor Jr., allegedly witnessed the fight and shot both victims, leading to a temporary lockdown of the school. Foor was arrested and charged with aggravated assault and possession of a firearm on school property, while the investigation continues.
Two people were shot in the parking lot of McEachern High School in Cobb County, Georgia, with neither victim being a current student and both sustaining non-life-threatening injuries. The suspects are still at large, and the campus has been secured by law enforcement. Police are working to identify the shooters, and the incident has caused concern among students and parents, with previous gun-related incidents reported at the school in the past.
Two people were shot in the parking lot of McEachern High School in Powder Springs, prompting a lockdown and shelter-in-place order, but no students were hurt. The victims, who were not students, suffered non-life-threatening injuries and were taken to the hospital. The campus was eventually secured, and an investigation is underway to determine the cause of the shooting. Students described scenes of panic and confusion during the lockdown, while nervous parents waited for their children to be released from the school.
Two people were shot in the parking lot of McEachern High School in Cobb County, with the victims not being students at the school. The victims were taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, and police are still searching for suspects. The campus was placed in code red, and all students were reported to be safe. The incident prompted a shelter-in-place order, and the public was advised to avoid the area. The police investigation is ongoing, and the school district is providing updates as the situation develops.
The Boil Water Advisory issued for portions of south Cobb County, including Powder Springs, Austell, Mableton, and sections of Marietta and Smyrna, has been lifted after comprehensive water quality testing confirmed that the tap water meets all regulatory standards and is safe for human consumption. Customers affected may experience low pressure and/or discolored water, and are advised to flush their lines. The advisory was prompted by a 36-inch water main break owned by the Cobb County-Marietta Water Authority, but test results have returned negative for bacteria, indicating the water is now safe to consume.
A large water main break in Cobb County has led to a Boil Water Advisory in the southern part of the county, affecting areas of southwest Marietta. The advisory is expected to remain in place for 24 hours while officials test the water quality, and residents are advised to boil water before consuming it.
A boil water advisory has been issued for a large portion of south Cobb County due to a water main break, causing a disruption in water service and low pressure. Customers in the affected area are advised to use only boiled tap or bottled water for drinking, cooking, or preparing food. The advisory is in effect until testing confirms there is no longer a public health concern, and customers will be notified when it is lifted. Other household activities can be done without boiling tap water, and proper boiling instructions are provided.