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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.
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) is investigating a shooting involving a Smyrna police officer in Cobb County. Officers responded to a call about an armed man on Benson Poole Road and Smyrna Powder Springs Road. Video footage shows the man walking towards officers with a gun, despite repeated commands to put it down. The officers fired multiple shots, and the man was taken to the hospital. Witnesses reported that the man had been waving his gun at people and pointing it at drivers. The GBI investigation is ongoing.
Three people, including the gunman, are dead after a shooting incident near a dentist's office in Cobb County, Georgia. The suspect shot and killed two individuals he knew before fleeing the scene. He was later located by police and died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. The incident did not occur inside the dentist's office, and none of its employees were involved.
After more than 50 years, cold case detectives have identified William Rose as the alleged killer of 9-year-old Debbie Lynn Randall, who was abducted, raped, and killed in 1972. Rose, who committed suicide in 1974, was identified through DNA testing on evidence from the crime scene. The Cobb County District Attorney's Office expressed sorrow for Randall's parents, who have since passed away, and her brother thanked everyone involved in bringing closure to the case.
Cobb County Superintendent Chris Ragsdale defended the school district's decision to remove two books considered inappropriate for students, amid calls for his firing and accusations of censorship. Tension has been escalating since the firing of a teacher for reading a book challenging gender norms. Ragsdale spoke in defense of the district's decisions, stating his opposition to providing inappropriate material to children. Protesters demanded new leadership, citing concerns about racism, discrimination, and a hostile workplace. The Georgia Youth Justice Coalition also called for better support for students' needs and an end to censorship.
A teacher at Due West Elementary School in Cobb County, Georgia, is fighting to keep her job after reading a book that challenges gender norms to her fifth-grade class. The book, "My Shadow is Purple," was purchased at a school book fair. The teacher, Katie Rinderle, has been placed on administrative leave, and her case raises important questions about inclusive education and freedom of expression within the classroom. The Cobb County Association of Educators supports Rinderle's fight to retain her position, while the district remains committed to enforcing all board policy and the law.