Fires Break Out In Canton Mobile Home Park

Firefighters put out blazes Friday morning in a pair of mobile homes in Canton.

Sinkhole Closes Part Of Cherokee County Road: Sheriff's Office

A sinkhole on Friday morning closed one lane of Collet Drive, east of Canton, say local police.

Wife Accused Of Burning Body Of Husband Claims Innocence

A Cherokee County woman is fighting the allegations she is responsible for shooting her husband, then burning his body.

Cherokee Man Sentenced To 20 Years For Child Porn: Police

Robert Anthony Cunningham, 49 of Ball Ground, was sentenced on one count of sexual exploitation of children, according to District Attorney.

Burned Remains Connect Cherokee Woman To Husband's Death: Police

The burned human remains found behind a Cherokee County home linked a local woman to the murder of her husband, who police say she shot.

Groundbreaking Ceremony Held For New Cherokee Fire Station

The new fire station will be constructed across the road of the old Fire Station located on Reinhardt College Parkway in north Canton.

Ex-Cherokee Deputy Arrested For Inappropriate Contact With Inmate

Richard Gilleland, 51, of Canton, was charged with sexual assault against a person in custody, sexual battery and violation of oath.

Cherokee Firefighters Save Veteran's Life; Hospital Honors

After Cherokee County firefighters saved the life of a veteran not once but twice in a week, the hospital they took him to honored the men.

Sheriff's Office Warns Against Kidnapping Phone Scam

Cherokee Sheriff's deputies interfered with a scam where the caller demanded money be wired in exchange for the victim's granddaughter.

Police Seek Church Vandals Who Left Racial Slurs

Cherokee Sheriff's deputies are seeking information about vandalism at Faith Family Church, including drawings with racial slurs.

Cherokee Man Sentenced To Life For Sexually Abusing A Child

A 29-year-old man from Cherokee County was sentenced to life, 35 to serve, for sexually assaulting his girlfriend’s 10-year-old daughter.

Cherokee Fire Celebrates Retirement Of Logistics Manager

Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services recently honored its Logistic Manager Danny Daniels on his retirement.

Cherokee Sheriff's Office Appoints New Agency Recruiter

The Cherokee Sheriff's Office has appointed a new agency recruiter, but there are still 27 other open positions in the department.

Barn On Hunt Road Destroyed By Fire In Acworth

A fire last night destroyed a barn off Hunt Road just east of Acworth. There were no injuries reported, according to Cherokee Fire.

Cherokee County Fire & Emergency Services Promotes Five

Five Cherokee County firefighters were promoted May 14 during ceremonies held at the Cherokee County Fire Training Complex.

Fire Engine 24 Back In Service After Crash In Cherokee

The County's insurance replaced the engine that was involved in an accident last September that totaled the vehicle.

Woodstock Man Arrested For Street Gang Activity, Opening Fire

A 24-year-old from Woodstock was arrested Tuesday after deputies determined he is a member of the "Gangster Disciples."

Reinhardt University Honors Cherokee Sheriff's Office Students

Five Cherokee Sheriff's Office employees were recognized for their exemplary work during Reinhardt University's "Evening of Honors."

Canton Woman Pleads Guilty To Vehicular Homicide

Wendy Millican, 46, was sentenced to 15 years, the first four years in confinement, after pleading guilty to vehicular homicide.

Body Found Of Missing Canton Woman Last Seen Swimming: Police

Authorities have identified the body of a 34-year-old woman from Canton who was last seen Monday swimming in a creek off Sandy Flats Road.

Canton Woman Missing After Swimming In Creek: Police

Authorities are searching for a 34-year-old woman from Canton who was last seen Monday swimming in a creek off Sandy Flats Road.

Cherokee Fire Chief Receives State Certification

Cherokee County Fire Chief Tim Prather has received the Georgia Fire Chief Certification for his commitment to education and training.

Cherokee Sheriff's Deputies Graduate From Public Safety Training

Five deputies with the Cherokee Sheriff's Office recently graduated from the Georgia Public Safety Training Center.

20th Anniversary Celebrated For Cherokee School Police

The School Police Department has been recognized as a certified agency under the Georgia Law Enforcement Certification Program since 2006.

Child Molester From Acworth Sentenced To Life In Prison

Luis Correa, Jr., 45 from Acworth, has been sentenced to life in prison for aggravated sexual battery and child molestation.

Cherokee County Paramedic Training Program Becomes Accredited

The Emergency Medical Services-Paramedic Training Program at Cherokee County Fire & Emergency Services recently received accreditation.

Cherokee Fire House Donated To Gilmer County

When Cherokee County consolidated with Canton Fire Department, the fire department was able to obtain the city’s Fire Safety House.

9 Rattlesnakes Discovered Living In Canton Home: Police

During a welfare check on March 16, Cherokee Sheriff's deputies found nine living rattlesnakes and marijuana inside a Canton home.

Man Dies After Deputy Shoots During Domestic Dispute

A man who reportedly held his wife at gunpoint was fatally shot by a Cherokee County Sheriff's deputy March 12 in Salacoa, officials say.

Cherokee EMA Assistant Earns Georgia Professional Certification

Mark Harris, Assistant to EMA Director, was recognized for achieving the Georgia Professional Certification for Emergency Managers.

10 Cherokee Firefighters Promoted In Ceremony

They include the first woman in the Cherokee County Fire & Emergency Services department promoted to captain.

2 Arrested In Cherokee Child Exploitation Sting Operation

Two men, one of whom coached kids' basketball, are accused in separate cases of 'sexting' who they thought were 12-year-old girls online.

2 Charged With Meth Trafficking, Firearm Possession

Deputies say they pulled over a Crown Victoria with white emergency lights and a working siren. The stop yielded drug and firearm charges.

Suspected Gang Members Stole Over 12 Guns From Cars: Report

A report says police believe suspected gang members got into over 70 cars and stole over a dozen guns.

Lightning Strike Caused Canton Fire: Investigators

Fire investigators haven't yet determined the cause of the early

Road Closure Planned Thursday In Canton

Authorities say the roadwork shouldn't take more than 90 minutes and offer a few detours.

Woman Sought In Shoplifting Case: Canton PD

Canton police say the woman pictured is wanted for questioning in a shoplifting case at The Children's Place.

12 Cherokee Stores Busted For Underage Booze Sales

Cherokee and Canton law enforcement tested over 100 establishments in underage alcohol sales. Nearly 90 percent passed the test.

Cherokee Fire Explorers Bring Home 10 Awards

The competition at the Gatlinburg Convention Center brought over 3,100 Explorers and Venturers from 21 states.

Holly Springs Offers Citizens Police Academy

The free academy teaches citizens all about the inner workings of police departments and methods.