Marietta Police Department

Marietta January 28, 2020

Alleged gang leader arrested in Marietta

Tony L. Menefee a/k/a “Brim Major” was arrested this morning at 6:00 a.m. at the Sedgefield Apartments. in Marietta. Menefee is suspected by law enforcement of being a leader of…

Marietta January 2, 2020

One dead in collision on South Marietta Parkway

According to Officer Jared Rakestraw of the Marietta Police Department, the department’s Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (S.T.E.P.) Unit is investigating a collision on South Marietta Parkway at Powers Ferry Road….

Marietta December 10, 2019

Collision on Powder Springs Street results in life-threatening injuries

The Marietta Police Department’s Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP.) Unit is investigating a crash on Powder Springs Street in front of the Marietta Conference Center that resulted in life-threatening injuries….

New exercise room at the Marietta Police Department, weight machines lining the walls

Marietta December 9, 2019

New exercise room for the Marietta Police Department

The Marietta Police Department has a new exercise room. According to a public information release from the department, the new fitness room came about as the result of the work…

Cobb County Police Department, Precinct 3 July 31, 2018

Cobb officer injured during motorcycle theft incident

A Cobb County police officer was struck by a vehicle while attempting to stop traffic during an alleged motorcycle theft, according to a report from Officer Sarah O’Hara of the Cobb…

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Immigration January 29, 2025

Federal threats against local officials who don’t cooperate with immigration orders could be unconstitutional − Justice Antonin Scalia ruled against similar plans

by Claire B. Wofford, College of Charleston, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] President Donald Trump has begun to radically change how the U.S. government handles…

National January 29, 2025

I study democracy worldwide − here’s how Texas is eroding human rights, free expression and civil liberties

by Katie Scofield, Texas A&M University-San Antonio, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] While concerns about the future of American democracy dominate headlines worldwide, millions of…

Psychology January 29, 2025

Understanding paranormal beliefs and conspiracy theories isn’t just about misinformation – this course unpacks the history

by Jeb Card, Miami University, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Uncommon Courses is an occasional series from The Conversation U.S. highlighting unconventional approaches to teaching….

Georgia January 29, 2025

Both sides in Georgia’s reproductive rights debate ready for fight over new state IVF laws

by Jill Nolin, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission]January 27, 2025 Advocates on both sides of the fight over access to reproductive rights…

Health Care January 29, 2025

What a US Exit From the WHO Means for Global Health

This article by Amy Maxmen first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Amy Maxmen January 24, 2025 For decades, the United States has held considerable power in determining…

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