Northeast Cobb, GA|News|
Woman Wanted In Recent Bank Heists In Marietta, Sandy Springs
The FBI's Atlanta Office, along with Marietta and Sandy Springs police are looking for a woman bank robber.
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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Atlanta|News|
The Hottest Group In Rap Just Joined Musicfest 2017 In Atlanta
Just in: The hottest group of hip-hop will be performing at One Musicfest 2017 in Atlanta.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
Marietta, GA|News|
Marietta Police Warn Public Of Perils Of New Street Drugs
Marietta police send advisory warning of the dangers of fentanyl and the much stronger carfentanil.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
Brookhaven, GA|News|
This Week: Brookhaven's Last Food Truck Wednesday
Brookhaven is inviting the public out for its last food truck roundup on Wednesday, June 28 at Blackburn Park.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
Marietta, GA|News|
Motorcyclist Struck Several Times, Killed On I-20 In Cobb
Motorcyclist, identified as Marvin Pearson, 54, of Powder Springs, is hit several times Monday by vehicles and declared dead on I-20.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
Decatur-Avondale Estates, GA|News|
Businessman Enters Decatur Commission Race For District 1 Seat
Businessman Tim Martin on Monday announced his candidacy for the District 1 seat on the Decatur Commission. That makes 3 candidates so far.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
Northeast Cobb, GA|News|
Serial Robber Who Menaced Marietta Banks Gets 25 Years
Kevin Ray Williamson terrorized Marietta bank tellers for seven months in 2016, robbing a total of 6 banks, federal officials say.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
East Atlanta, GA|News|
Watch: The Rock Charms Children At Zoo Atlanta
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson meets and greets a group of children at Zoo Atlanta.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
Atlanta|News|
Public's Help Sought In ID'ing Woman's Remains Found Off I-85
The remains of a woman, possibly African American or hispanic, were found off Interstate 85 in Commerce. The GBI is asking for help.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
Smyrna-Vinings, GA|News|
Marietta Man Killed In Flip-Over Crash On South Cobb Drive
Bruce Barker, 66, of Marietta was pronounced dead at the scene following a crash Sunday on South Cobb Drive.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
East Cobb, GA|News|
Update: Karen Handel Sworn In To Congress
Republican Karen Handel was sworn in to Congress on Monday, making her Georgia's first GOP female lawmaker to make it to Washington.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
Midtown, GA|News|
Now Open In Midtown Atlanta: Babalu Tapas & Tacos
Babalu Tapas & Tacos opened Monday In Midtown at the corner of West Peachtree Street and Peachtree Place.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
Marietta, GA|News|
Marietta Man Charged In Fatal Crash That Killed friend
Freddie Perdue of Marietta is facing vehicular homicide charges in crash that killed his friend, Cherokee authorities say.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
Midtown, GA|News|
MARTA Enhances Stations With Arts Project
MARTA is making a renewed push to beautify its stations with a curated art program.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
Athens, GA|News|
ICYMI: Woman Who Left Child At Atlanta Airport Being Evaluated: Police
Police said Miranda Hakimi Harvey drove 700 miles before leaving daughter with strangers at Hartsfield-Jackson Airport.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
Cascade, GA|News|
Watch: Thief Steals 13 Cases Of Wine In Atlanta: ICYMI
Atlanta police have released security video showing a man stealing 13 cases of wine from a store.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
Decatur-Avondale Estates, GA|News|
Victim ID'd In Waffle House Shooting In Decatur: ICYMI
Columbus man has been arrested in the recent slaying of Tanya Dunlap outside a Waffle House in Decatur.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
Atlanta|News|
Cobb Man Sentenced For Shooting At Stepdaughter During Argument: ICYMI
Gregory Peter Schmeelk, 51, was sentenced Tuesday for shooting at his stepdaughter during a confrontation at his Mableton home.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
Smyrna-Vinings, GA|News|
Three Teenagers Shot At Smyrna Shopping Center: Police
Three male teens suffered multiple gunshot wounds Friday night at a shopping center in Smyrna, police say.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
Acworth, GA|News|
Six Flags Must Pay $35M Judgment In Brawl: Ga. Supreme Court: ICYMI
Monday's ruling reinstates $35 million judgment against Six Flags in vicious beating of teen who was left in coma for seven days.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff