Precinct 4 Crime Blotter

Last week's incident reports from Cobb Police.

Synthetic Marijuana Can be a Parent’s Nightmare Come True

Synthetic marijuana continued to make Sandy Springs headlines last week. Below is a family's tragic story. A report shows young males account for most of the emergency room cases related to the substance abuse.

News Nearby: Atlanta Police Officer Shot Near West End Mall

Here's news from around the region for Monday, Jan. 14, 2013.

Wine Bar Coming to NE Cobb Area

Stem will be located next to Doug Torbush's restaurant at Merchant's Walk.

Rain Moving In, Cold Air May Be on the Way

The Cobb area is set for a wet week of cooler temperatures as a cold front moves into Georgia. Freezing temperatures could arrive next week.

Is It Too Late to Get a Flu Shot?

CDC reports flu is widespread and continuing to increase.

Tickets for Chipper Jones 'Gameboree'

The Braves 400 Fan Club dinner and fundraiser is scheduled for Jan. 26.

Some Extended Unemployment Benefits End

That's because the state’s jobless rate has declined in the last three months.

'Gangster Squad' Misses the Mark

A group of pretty-boy cops goes all "gangsta" to take down a mob boss who looks a lot like Spicoli from "Fast Times at Ridgemont High."

Meet Cobb's New School Board Chairman

Randy Scamihorn is a former administrator at Sprayberry High School and Daniell Middle School.

Some Georgians to Lose Unemployment Benefits this Weekend

Extended unemployment benefits will end for some recipients after this weekend due to more people finding work in Georgia.

Zero Dark Thirty: A Seamless Weaving of Fact and Fiction

Kathryn Bigelow and Mark Boal have created a runaway train of a movie regarding the hunt for Osama bin Laden.

The Weekender: Fencing Tourney and MLK Celebration

Other weekend offerings include the kickoff of Relay for Life and a free genealogy workshop.

Northeast Cobb Homes for Sale

A sampling of homes for sale with public viewings this weekend.

Price of Stamps Going Up This Month

The debut of the United States Postal Service's 46-cent Forever stamps brings rate changes on Jan. 27.

So How Are Those New Year's Resolutions Going?

It's almost two weeks into the year. Have you been diligent and faithful in keeping that New Year's resolution? Did you make any unusual resolutions?

Leadership Posts for New Board Members

Randy Scamihorn was elected chairman and Brad Wheeler vice chairman of the Cobb Board of Education on Wednesday.

Cobb School Board Sets Meeting Schedule

The newly-installed Board of Education has finalized the dates and times of its official meetings in 2013.

Sandy Plains Softball Registration Underway

A special fun day with walk-up registration is slated for Feb. 2.

Cobb Hires Public Safety Director

The Board of Commissioners also has approved the hiring of a new director of public services.

University of North Georgia Gets Final Approval

The new school was created through the consolidation of Gainesville State College and North Georgia College and State University.

Health Tip: Walking Linked to Reduction in Likelihood of Stroke for Women, Study Finds

Three hours a week leads to better health.

Weekend Temps To Hit the 70s

Enjoy the warm weather. Next week Georgia is expected to cool down as the jet stream dips, ushering in arctic air from the north.

News Nearby: 4 Children Die in Rockdale County Fire

Here are headlines from around the region for Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2012.

New Georgia Vehicle 'Title Tax' Takes Effect in March 2013

HB 386 replaces the annual ad valorem tax on newly purchased vehicles.

Personal Safety Tactics: What to Do if You're Stuck on the Side of the Road

In this week's safety column, find out what to do if you're running out of gas with no gas station in sight.

Job and Career Accelerator at Cobb Libraries

Create professional resumes and cover letters, and interviewing and networking techniques; improve your work skills; prepare for occupation-related exams; and search jobs from a database of over 5 million postings.

Cobb Gets AAA Bond Rating

The county is in strong financial standing, Chairman Tim Lee said Tuesday.

Seasonal Flu Picking Up Across Nation

Georgia is among 29 states and New York City now reporting high incidents of "influenza-like illness." Experts say everyone should get a flu vaccination.

Tips to Get Organized in the New Year

Area company Payne to Gain Organizing offers advice.

News Nearby: Same-Sex Marriage Campaign Visits DeKalb Courthouse

Here are headlines from around the region for Tuesday, Jan. 8, 2013.

Frugal Family: Cut Bills, Bad Habits, Prices, Calories

This week Frugal Family offers simple, easy-to-keep-New Year’s tasks that have immediate impacts on your health and budget. Take a look at tips to save on power bills, cut back on bad habits, shop smart, save time and money on food and improve your heal

Attorney General Appoints U.S. Attorney for Northern Georgia to Post

Sally Quillian Yates will serve as vice chair of the Attorney General's Advisory Committee of U.S. Attorneys.

Glamour Girls Spa Holds Grand Opening

The Johnson Ferry Road day spa for young girls will hold its grand opening festivities on Saturday.

Tips to Get Organized in the New Year

Local company Payne to Gain Organizing offers advice.

Cobb School Board Members to Take Oath

Two incumbents and two newly elected representatives will be sworn in on Wednesday.

Lee to Deliver State of Cobb Address

The commission chairman will speak at a Cobb Chamber breakfast next Monday.

Cobb Graduates from Clemson University

Several Marietta-area students received degrees in December.

Northeast Cobb Graduation Schedules

Mark your calendars now for the big days at Kell, Lassiter, Pope, Sprayberry, Walton and Wheeler high schools.

House Hunt: Homes with In-Law Suites and Apartments

These homes range from a four-bedroom raised ranch on Starlight Drive to a four-bedroom new traditional home on Old Forge Way.