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.
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.
Early morning car crash in Rome leaves one dead, several hospitalized
A deadly crash on the East Rome Bypass early on Friday morning left one person dead and sent multiple others to local hospitals.
Marjorie Taylor Greene leads Trump campaign phone bank in Georgia push
The campaign for former President Donald Trump intensified its efforts in Georgia with the launch of its "Trump Force 47" phone bank yesterday in Rome.
Rome bus driver honored for helping football team during crash
A bus driver for Rome High School has been honored for his quick thinking and dedication to his students during a late-night crash after a footage scrimmage.
Rome High School football team to miss season opener after bus crash
Rome High School's football team will not play in this Friday's season opener after last Friday's late-night bus crash that sent a dozen students to a hospital.
Rome HS football team members released from hospital, driver arrested identified
A Rome High School bus carrying student-athletes returning from a football scrimmage overturned along a rural highway on Thursday evening.
Rome police rescue baby fawn trapped in storm drain
Police officers in Rome got a little wild surprise when they were called to check out a storm drain over the weekend.
Rome man kills step-mom in house fire because mom wouldn't sell, police say
Rome police arrested a man who reportedly admitted to burning his parents' house down with his step-mother inside. Police say the man did it because she refused to sell.
Family claims excessive force by Chattooga County deputies
Paramedics say they tried to help the man, but he began assaulting EMTs.
Floyd County's moratorium on new vape shops, convenience stores
Floyd County has put a 6-month moratorium on new vape shops and convenience stores.
Rock The Country announces Rome schedule, giveaway to hang with Kid Rock
The Rock The Country Tour, featuring Kid Rock, Jason Aldean, Koe Wetzel, Travis Tritt, Big & Rich, Lee Brice and many more, is making its third stop May 10 and 11 at Kingston Downs in Rome.
Trump hosts Laken Riley's family at Rome rally, Biden interrupted by protester in Atlanta
President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump went head-to-head at their respective campaign rallies around Georgia.
Name of suspected robber shot to death by Rome police officer on Friday revealed
A robbery suspect is dead after being shot by an officer with the Rome Police Department.
Counterfeit bills bust: Fake $100 bills lead police to Rome man
A Floyd County man faces several charges for printing and using counterfeit $100 bills.