Marietta, GA|News|
Cobb County Schools Help With Relief Efforts: Hurricane Harvey
As Irma beckons, Cobb County schools are still having a hand in assisting those affected by Hurricane Harvey.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
- Atlanta, GA
I'm Craig Johnson, Atlanta editor for Patch.com. I am a longtime journalist who has written and edited for Michigan's The Detroit News, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, CNN.com and HLNTV.com all here in Atlanta. With Patch, I cover everything going on in Georgia's largest city, including Buckhead, Midtown, Brookhaven and Decatur. I also cover Marietta, East Cobb, Smyrna. Got a story tip? Please send it my way at craig.johnson@patch.com.
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East Cobb, GA|News|
'Husky' Thief Robbed Bank Inside Kroger In East Cobb: Police
Cobb County police need the public's help in finding a "husky" thief who robbed a bank in East Cobb.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
Decatur-Avondale Estates, GA|News|
Hurricane Irma: Florida Family Loses Cat In Traffic Accident In Atlanta
Family passing through Atlanta was involved in a collision and their cat fled during the commotion. Can you help?
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
Buckhead, GA|News|
Where To Find Gas In Atlanta: Hurricane Irma
As Hurricane Irma beckons, gas prices in metro Atlanta are increasing steadily. Here's how to find fuel.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
Decatur-Avondale Estates, GA|News|
Hurricane Irma: Storm Emptying Atlanta Store Shelves
Hurricane Irma: Stores and gas stations were seeing an increase in traffic as people fleeing the storm make their way into town.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
Cascade, GA|News|
MARTA Driver Blacks Out, Crashes Into Ditch; 21 Hurt: Report
A MARTA driver blacked out Friday morning in Clayton County, veering her bus into the ditch. About 21 people were injured.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
South Cobb, GA|News|
Pedestrian Killed In Woodstock Crash ID'd As Marietta Man
Pedestrian killed in Woodstock crash identified as 31-year-old Marietta man.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
Atlanta|News|
Hurricane Irma: Heavy Traffic In Georgia's Escape Routes (PICS)
As Hurricane Irma plows toward Florida, the north-south highways of Georgia have become a focal point.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
Kennesaw, GA|News|
Prescription Drug Drop-Off Set For October In Kennesaw
Kennesaw Police Department and DEA join for prescription drug "take back" in October.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
Cascade, GA|News|
Strong Reactions As Spelman College In Atlanta Opens Doors To Transgender Women
Atlanta's Spelman College announced this week that it is admitting transgender women. The decision has garnered mixed reactions.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
South Cobb, GA|News|
Officer Pays For Homeless Man's Meal Then Makes Heartwarming Gesture In Cobb
Cobb officer paid for a homeless man's meal in Austell then did something even more amazing.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
Dunwoody, GA|News|
Hurricane Irma: Dunwoody Police Give 'Big Warm Welcome' To Florida Evacuees
On its Facebook page on Thursday, Dunwoody Police Department posts welcome message to Floridians feeling Hurricane Irma.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
Decatur-Avondale Estates, GA|News|
Hurricane Irma: Residents Urged To Sign Up For CodeRED In DeKalb
As Hurricane Irma, threatens the coast, DeKalb residents are being urged to sign up for emergency contact system CodeRed.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
Decatur-Avondale Estates, GA|News|
Diane Morris DeBlock, Accomplished Dancer, Decatur Native, Dies At 85
Diane Morris DeBlock, an accomplished dancer and Decatur native, passed away in July in Santa Cruz County, California.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
Midtown, GA|News|
Hurricane Irma: Atlanta Humane Society Taking In 100 Animals From Florida
Atlanta Humane Society on Thursday is set to take in around 90 animals from Florida shelters ahead of Hurricane Irma.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
Decatur-Avondale Estates, GA|News|
Stone Mountain Man Arrested In Slaying During Drug Deal: Authorities
A Stone Mountain man has been arrested in a drug deal that turned deadly in DeKalb.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
Atlanta|News|
Tiger Killed On l-75 Near Atlanta Was Headed To Tennessee
A tiger killed Wednesday near Interstate 75 in Henry County was part of a circus contingent headed to Tennessee, its owners said.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
Midtown, GA|News|
Candler Park Fall Fest & Fun Run Set For Sept. 30
The Candler Park Fall Fest & Fun Run will be held Sept. 30.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
Atlanta|News|
Hurricane Irma: Atlanta Motor Speedway Will Open Camp Grounds For Evacuees
Atlanta Motor Speedway says it will open its camp grounds to people seeking temporary refuge from Hurricane Irma.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
Brookhaven, GA|News|
Atlanta Chili Cook Off Set For Oct. 7 In Brookhaven
The annual Atlanta Chili Cook Off is planned for Oct. 7 In Brookhaven.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
