Canton Police Kick Off 'LOCK IT UP' Campaign

A message reminding residents to secure their valuables will be posted at 9 p.m. each night on the agency's Facebook and Instagram pages.

Canton PD Accepting Applications For Shop With A Cop

The agency's initiative will be held Thursday, Dec. 14 at Target, and will benefit about 20 less fortunate families.

Woman Injured In House Explosion In Cherokee County

BREAKING: Neighbors were able to rescue the woman from the flames following the explosion on Trenton Lane in Cherokee County

Driver Charged In Crash That Killed Student, Injured Classmates

BREAKING: the accident killed Creekview High School student Stevie Smith and injured 3 other students, including the 17-year-old driver.

Charges Pending In Fatal Cherokee County Crash

The Nov. 27 accident killed 17-year-old Creekview High School student Stephen Smith and injured three other teenagers.

Creekview Student Killed In Cherokee County Accident

The 17-year-old who died in the accident on Old Orange Mill Road was a senior at Creekview High School. Three other teens were injured.

Utility Vehicle Rolls Over Man In Cherokee County

Cherokee County fire officials said a John Deere Gator "rolled over" the 90-year-old man, who was taken to the hospital for evaluation.

Canton PD To Host Facebook Live Town Hall Meeting

The live stream will last for about one hour, and residents will be able to submit questions for consideration.

Man Who Shot At Deputy Indicted On Charges

The Canton resident, who fled a traffic stop, was later captured after crashing a vehicle during a police chase.

Cherokee Sheriff's Deputy Completes Cybersecurity Course

Benjamin Botzong completed the 15-week course from the University of Louisville and will be assigned to the Computer Forensics division.

Canton Man Indicted On Charges Related To Alleged Crime Spree

Jacob Cole Henson is accused of pointing a firearm at three residents, stealing several vehicles and committing two burglaries.

Canton Police Seek Tips On Stolen Vintage Car

If you've seen this stolen 1957 Chevy Bel Air, here's how to contact the Canton police.

3 Gang Members Tagged Canton Building With Graffiti: Cops

Canton police have charged three men accused of spray-painting graffiti on the outside wall of a business on Railroad Street.

Truck Overturns, Dumps Trash On I-575 In Canton

Thousands of pounds of trash spilled onto the road early Thursday when the tractor trailer overturned near Exit 16, Canton police said.

Thieves Broke Into Cars Parked At Funeral Home: Cops

Purses and wallets were stolen from vehicles parked at South Canton Funeral Home on Nov. 3, police said.

Man Pleads Guilty To Killing Canton Siblings

Antonia Ruiz, 27, the mother of the convicted murderer's child, and her brother, Omar, were attacked inside their apartment.

Sheriff's Office Conducts Sex Offender Residency Checks

The Cherokee Sheriff's Office said it performs this verification at least twice a year for all non-incarcerated registered sex offenders.

New K-9 Joins Cherokee Sheriff's Office

Maggie is a Bloodhound that will be used for tracking missing children and adults as well as suspects who flee on foot from deputies.

'Gang-Related' Graffiti Found On Building In Canton: Cops

The Canton Police Department is looking for three men accused of leaving graffiti on a building on Railroad Street.

Canton Moose Lodge Honors Cherokee Firefighters

Congratulations to all recognized this year.

Armed, Masked Man Robs KFC Employee In Canton: Cops

The robbery was reported early Monday at KFC/Taco Bell on Sixes Road.

Man Robs Store At Gunpoint In Canton

The armed robbery was reported late Monday at Chevron on Marietta Road, Canton police said.

CCFES Recognized At Utility Council Meeting

The local committee provides a venue to share local issues and vital information.

First Responders Conduct Tornado Training Drill

The Cherokee County Emergency Management Agency held the two-day training session at the Lake Arrowhead community.

Bond Denied For Woman Accused Of Killing Disabled Husband

Betty Sue Parton is charged in connection to the death of her husband, David, who suffered from Parkinson's Disease.

4 Indicted On Charges They Sold Meth From Wendy's In Canton

The investigation conducted by Cherokee County drug agents found four employees at the fast food restaurant were allegedly selling meth.

Woman Charged With Killing Disabled Husband In Cherokee County

BREAKING: Betty Sue Parton is accused of murdering her husband, David, who suffered from Parkinson's Disease.

Driver Killed When Truck Hits Tree In Cherokee County

The accident happened early Saturday along Ga. 108 near Waleska.

Unknown Adults Approaching Kids In Canton Area: Cops

The Cherokee Sheriff's Office and Canton Police Department are using these incidents to reminds parents to talk with kids about strangers.

Canton Citizens Police Academy Starts Oct. 16

Deadline for registration is Tuesday, October 9, 2018 and registrants must be 21 or older.

Cherokee Sheriff's Office Awarded H.E.A.T. Grant

Sheriff's deputies in the H.E.A.T. Unit target aggressive driving with the goal of reducing crashes, injuries and fatalities.

6 Cherokee Firefighters Promoted To Sergeant

All of these firefighters were hired on December 22nd, 2013 and they each received their Fire Apparatus Operator certification in May 2016.

High-Speed Police Chase Ends In Crash In Canton

The driver of a stolen Ford Mustang crashed the vehicle on Highway 20 near Canton Marketplace, the Cherokee Sheriff's Office said.

Bus Driver Honored For Evacuating Employees After Acid Spill

A Cherokee Area Transportation Service bus driver evacuated Pilgrim's Pride employees after a peracetic acid spill shut down the plant.

Actor Convicted Of Child Molestation Granted New Trial

Corey Sligh, who had a recurring role on "The Young and the Restless, has also been released on bond.

Cherokee Firefighters Train In Vehicle Extrication

Firefighters were also shown alternative techniques that may be useful when operating on an unusual extrication scene.

Motorcyclist Injured In Cherokee County Crash

The two-vehicle collision was reported Tuesday afternoon in the Keithsburg community, which is north of Canton.

3 Indicted In $1M Marijuana Growing Operation

Cherokee sheriff's deputies in June discovered a marijuana grow house in the BridgeMill community that contained nearly 300 plants.

Canton Man Dies In Workplace Accident

Federal officials will be investigating the incident to see if any safety standards were violated, the Cherokee Sheriff's Office said.

Cherokee Sheriff's Office Names Deputy Of The Year Winners

The Deputy of the Year competition was based on who best performs their daily duty assignments.