Fiery Cherokee Crash Kills Driver In Canton

The fiery crash happened Wednesday, when a man's Chevrolet truck was consumed with flames.

'48 Hours' Features GA Woman Convicted Of Fatally Burning Husband

Melody Farris proclaimed her innocence in a "48 Hours" episode, months after she was convicted of burning her husband to death in Georgia.

Man Arrested In Sexual Assault Of Cherokee Store Worker 39 Years Ago

Cherokee authorities say the DNA of a man, who is a current registered sex offender, linked to two sexual assault cases from 1986.

Cherokee Blaze Burns At Cabinet Shop

An Old Vandiver Drive cabinet shop was heavily involved in fire early Wednesday.

Murder Suspect Fatally Shoots Man At Canton Home: Sheriff

The suspect was accused of shooting and killing another man at his girlfriend's home in Canton.

6 In Cherokee Prescription Drug Bust Sentenced

A woman was accused of illegally writing prescriptions for herself and five other people, and then filling them at Cherokee pharmacies.

Sixes Teacher Arrested On Theft, Burglary Charges: School Officials

The Sixes Elementary kindergarten teacher was placed on administrative leave after facing theft and burglary charges.

Man Sought In Organized Retail Crimes In Cherokee, Metro ATL

Warrants in several Georgia counties, Louisiana and New Jersey have been taken out against the 50-year-old man, Cherokee authorities say.

Older Woman Killed In Cherokee Crash

A semi-truck hit a car that was attempting to make a left turn, killing an 81-year-old Cherokee County woman.

Hannah Driver: Mom Sentenced In Cult Killing Of Daughter In Cherokee

Chloe Driver was sentenced Thursday after a jury found her guilty of murder in connection with her 13-month-old daughter's death in Canton.

Melody Farris: Cherokee Wife Sentenced In Husband's Burning Death

Melody Farris was convicted of malice murder and felony murder in connection with the burning death of her 58-year-old husband.

Police Shooting Kills Rape Suspect In Cherokee Co.

The 52-year-old Cartersville man was accused of refusing to put down a gun while pointing it at Cherokee County deputies.

Cult Mom Fatally Stabbed Toddler, Convicted Of Murder: Cherokee DA

A mom accused of being a part of a cult was convicted of fatally stabbing her 13-month-old daughter four times, including in the neck.

Amazon Driver Faces New Drug Charges In Fatal GA Hit-And-Run

Authorities said drugs were found in an Amazon truck that was allegedly used in a hit-and-run that killed a 79-year-old woman in Canton.

Amazon Driver Charged In Fatal Cherokee Hit-And-Run

An Alpharetta man driving an Amazon truck is accused of hitting and killing a 79-year-old pedestrian in Cherokee County.

Cherokee Wife Convicted Of Killing Husband, Leaving Him On Burn Pile

Melody Farris is facing life in prison after being convicted of murder in connection with the shooting and burning death of her husband.

Explosion, Fire Leads To 2 Injured At Canton Business

During the incident, Cherokee County firefighters managed diesel gas that spilled onto the ground.​

Woodstock Man Killed By Fallen Tree During Storm In Canton ID'd

The man's family told media he was returning home with food when a tree fell onto his car during Tuesday's storms in Canton.

1 Injured, 1 Charged In Canton Campground Shooting

Authorities said two men unfamiliar to one another engaged in a dispute that led to a shooting at a Cherokee County campground area.

Ex-Cherokee Deputy Arrested In Federal Child Exploitation Probe

The ex-Cherokee deputy was charged on suspicion of five counts of computer/electronic pornography and child exploitation, jail records show.

Infant Suffers Broken Bones, More Injuries; Dad Charged: Cherokee Cops

Detectives responded to Scottish Rite Hospital, where an infant believed to be abused in Cherokee County was in ICU.

Canton Double Drive-By Shooting Suspect Pleads Guilty, Sentenced: D.A.

The Cartersville man pleaded guilty to several charges related to two drive-by shootings in May 2022 in Canton, the district attorney said.

Gas Leak Briefly Closes Road Near Cherokee-Fulton County Line

Residents in Canton, Woodstock, Alpharetta or Milton could be affected, Cherokee County fire officials said.

Canton Man Convicted Of Rape, Incest In Cherokee Co.: D.A.

A woman told authorities her niece had been molested by a family member, according to the Cherokee County District Attorney's office.

Flames At Canton Apartment Complex Garage Cause Damage

Cherokee County firefighters responded to the early morning fire Friday at River Ridge Apartments.

Woman Killed In 2-Vehicle Crash In Ball Ground

Authorities said a truck heading north on Highway 372 crossed a center line and hit a SUV that was traveling in the opposite direction.

Funeral Services Planned For GA Trooper Killed In On-Duty Crash

Trooper First Class Chase Redner​, 31,​ was killed on Feb. 20 after being hit by a vehicle while investigating a crash on I-75 north.

Canton Man Convicted Of Rape At Knifepoint Sentenced To Prison: DA

A woman told authorities the 35-year-old man put a knife to her neck and forced himself on her in November 2022.

Person Escapes Vehicle Fire Near Cherokee Hospital

The vehicle fire happened near Northside Hospital - Cherokee, temporarily shutting down Northside Cherokee Boulevard.

Person Killed In Cherokee County House Fire Identified

The fatal fire happened at Vaughn Road, where the 27-year-old was found on the second floor of the home.

Cat Inhales Smoke, Saved From Canton Fire

After saving the cat at Upper Sweetwater Trail, firefighters assessed it and treated it with oxygen.

Cherokee Co. Man Convicted Of Assaulting Girlfriend: DA

The 36-year-old man was convicted of false imprisonment, battery and other charges.

Canton Man Pleads Guilty To Child Sex Crimes, Sentenced To 20 Years

The 37-year-old man pleaded guilty to sexual battery and child molestation, the Cherokee County District Attorney's Office said.

Canton Man Pleads Guilty To Trafficking Meth, Sentenced To 45 Years

A methamphetamine conversion lab and four pitchers filled with nearly 10 pounds of the drug in liquid form were found at the man's home.

Cherokee Deputy Injured, Acworth Man Charged In Police Chase

The 35-year-old man, who was wanted out of two counties, led deputies and a state trooper on a police chase Sunday near Sixes Road.

Blaze Ignites At Cherokee Co. Gas Station

A passenger van was swallowed by fire that extended to the canopy and gas pumps, fire officials said.

Yellow Creek House Catches Fire In Cherokee Co.

Brush and grass surrounding the house were also on fire, Cherokee County fire officials said.

Deer Accused Of Playing 'Ding-Dong Ditch' At Cherokee Deputy's Home

Authorities asked residents to "be on the lookout" for the four-legged suspect in Cherokee County.

Cherokee Co. Blaze Destroys Waleska Business

The blaze forced multiple spot fires in the nearby wood line and spread to golf carts in the area.

Canton Crash Kills Auburn Tractor-Trailer Driver

The 65-year-old man lost control of the tractor-trailer, which overturned and landed against a median wall, spilling debris onto the road.