Celebration of Life announced for Rome police officer's child
A Celebration of Life has been announced for the 11-year-old son of a Rome police officer who was killed while riding his bicycle late last week.
Solemn procession honors Bentley Beard, 11-year-old son of Rome police officer
A solemn procession was held on Saturday for Bentley Beard.
Child of Rome police officer killed in 'motor vehicle accident,' police say
A tragic incident in Floyd County has claimed the life of a child belonging to a Rome Police Department officer, officials confirmed Wednesday evening.
Driver charged after fatal motorcycle crash in Rome
A motorcycle crash on April 4 in Rome claimed the life of 60-year-old Jeffrey Scott Nelson after another driver failed to yield while making an improper left turn.
Burst pipe forces Rome Emperors to relocate 2025 home opener
The Rome Emperors will not open their 2025 baseball season at home as planned.
Weekend disturbance reported at Rome youth detention center
A brief disturbance broke out Saturday night at the Regional Youth Development Center (RYDC) in Rome.
Boy, 3, killed in Rome apartment fire; mother and sister recovering
A 3-year-old boy died, and his mother and sister were injured in a devastating apartment fire Wednesday afternoon in Rome.
3-year-old dead after intense fire at Floyd County apartments
A fire broke out at the Redmond Chase Apartments in Floyd County on Wednesday afternoon.
Floyd County wildfires were intentionally set, officials say
Two separate suspected arson cases in Floyd County burned hundreds of acres, prompting a multi-agency response and ongoing investigations.
Fires rage across Floyd County: Rome Fire Department battles multiple blaze
Multiple fires are occurring along Cartersville Highway and Chulio and Mathis roads, with the Rome Fire Department actively responding.
Floyd County wildfire contained, fire officials say
A wildfire in the Armuchee area prompted evacuations and caused damage to structures before being contained.
Rome woman sentenced to over five years for fentanyl distribution
A Rome woman has been sentenced to more than five years in federal prison for distributing fentanyl.
New Rome Police Department K-9 officer introduced to city
K-9 Cas, a Belgian Malinois, made his public debut at the Rome City Commission meeting.
Georgia's federal buildings on the chopping block: 17 sites listed for removal
The U.S. General Services Administration released a list on Tuesday of 443 federal buildings and facilities it says are "functionally obsolete."
Dozens of businesses cited in county gaming machine investigation
A 10-month investigation into gaming machines in Rome and Floyd County found widespread violations, including illegal cash payouts.
Rome couple charged with child cruelty after baby found with 29 broken bones, police say
A Rome couple is facing charges after police say their 6-month-old daughter was found to have dozens of broken bones.
Rome Middle School student detained over social media threat
Officials said the incident, which remains under investigation, highlights the importance of student and staff safety.
FBI: Swatting 'prank' 911 calls could cost someone their life, and did in Georgia
A bogus bomb threat at Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's home in Rome ended with an innocent bystander losing her life. Law enforcement who responded to the swatting call were involved in the deadly crash.
Man wrongfully imprisoned for 25 years sues Floyd County
A man who spent more than 25 years in prison for a crime he says he did not commit is suing Floyd County.
1 worker killed, 1 injured in trench collapse at Rome construction site
One worker is dead and another is hospitalized after they were nearly buried alive overnight while working on a water line in Rome.