East Atlanta, GA|News|
Watch: The Rock Charms Children At Zoo Atlanta
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson meets and greets a group of children at Zoo Atlanta.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
- Atlanta, GA
I'm Craig Johnson, Atlanta editor for Patch.com. I am a longtime journalist who has written and edited for Michigan's The Detroit News, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, CNN.com and HLNTV.com all here in Atlanta. With Patch, I cover everything going on in Georgia's largest city, including Buckhead, Midtown, Brookhaven and Decatur. I also cover Marietta, East Cobb, Smyrna. Got a story tip? Please send it my way at craig.johnson@patch.com.
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Kennesaw, GA|News|
'WOW!' House: $1M Kennesaw Mansion In Golf Community Has Custom Pool, In-Home Gym
WOW House: $1 million Kennesaw home in golf community has multiple amenities, including custom pool and in-home gym.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
Stone Mountain-Lithonia, GA|News|
Couple Arrested On Murder Charges In Death Of 2-Year-Old In DeKalb
Deputies received warrants for the arrests of Jalen Hendrix, 22, and Jazea Lyles, 20, in the death of a toddler in Stone Mountain.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
Atlanta|News|
Public's Help Sought In ID'ing Woman's Remains Found Off I-85
The remains of a woman, possibly African American or hispanic, were found off Interstate 85 in Commerce. The GBI is asking for help.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
Smyrna-Vinings, GA|News|
Marietta Man Killed In Flip-Over Crash On South Cobb Drive
Bruce Barker, 66, of Marietta was pronounced dead at the scene following a crash Sunday on South Cobb Drive.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
Smyrna-Vinings, GA|News|
'WOW!' House: $730K Smyrna Home Features Spa Bath, Coffee Bar
WOW House: Smyrna home has the privacy of a townhome with the luxury of a standalone estate.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
East Cobb, GA|News|
Update: Karen Handel Sworn In To Congress
Republican Karen Handel was sworn in to Congress on Monday, making her Georgia's first GOP female lawmaker to make it to Washington.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
Midtown, GA|News|
Now Open In Midtown Atlanta: Babalu Tapas & Tacos
Babalu Tapas & Tacos opened Monday In Midtown at the corner of West Peachtree Street and Peachtree Place.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
Marietta, GA|News|
Marietta Man Charged In Fatal Crash That Killed friend
Freddie Perdue of Marietta is facing vehicular homicide charges in crash that killed his friend, Cherokee authorities say.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
Midtown, GA|News|
MARTA Enhances Stations With Arts Project
MARTA is making a renewed push to beautify its stations with a curated art program.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
Athens, GA|News|
ICYMI: Woman Who Left Child At Atlanta Airport Being Evaluated: Police
Police said Miranda Hakimi Harvey drove 700 miles before leaving daughter with strangers at Hartsfield-Jackson Airport.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
Cascade, GA|News|
Watch: Thief Steals 13 Cases Of Wine In Atlanta: ICYMI
Atlanta police have released security video showing a man stealing 13 cases of wine from a store.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
Decatur-Avondale Estates, GA|News|
Victim ID'd In Waffle House Shooting In Decatur: ICYMI
Columbus man has been arrested in the recent slaying of Tanya Dunlap outside a Waffle House in Decatur.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
Atlanta|News|
Cobb Man Sentenced For Shooting At Stepdaughter During Argument: ICYMI
Gregory Peter Schmeelk, 51, was sentenced Tuesday for shooting at his stepdaughter during a confrontation at his Mableton home.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
Smyrna-Vinings, GA|News|
Three Teenagers Shot At Smyrna Shopping Center: Police
Three male teens suffered multiple gunshot wounds Friday night at a shopping center in Smyrna, police say.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
Acworth, GA|News|
Six Flags Must Pay $35M Judgment In Brawl: Ga. Supreme Court: ICYMI
Monday's ruling reinstates $35 million judgment against Six Flags in vicious beating of teen who was left in coma for seven days.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
Dunwoody, GA|News|
13 More People Arrested In Dunwoody Sex Sting: ICYMI
Police in Dunwoody have announced that 13 more people have been arrested in connection with a prostitution ring run in the city.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
Northeast Cobb, GA|News|
Ex-Chairman Of Cobb GOP Party Gets 30 Years For Molestations: ICYMI
Joseph Russell Dendy, former chairman of the Cobb GOP, is convicted of molesting 2 young relatives from 2004 to 2011.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
Virginia Highland-Druid Hills, GA|News|
Wow House Galleries in Georgia: Cape Cod-Inspired Mansion, Walkout Patio, Sound-Proof Music Room
See inside some of the top homes on the market across Georgia, along with some of the latest listings closer to home.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
Atlanta|News|
Tennessee Families Rewarded $10K Each For Aiding Capture Of Georgia Inmates
GBI says Tennessee residents rewarded $10K each for aiding capture of Georgia inmates Ricky Dubose and Donnie Rowe.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff