Sheriff's office releases new details in Newton County drive-by shooting investigation
Newton County Sheriff's detectives are working to determine who targeted a Covington family and why. Investigators have released new images of a vehicle they're looking for in connection with a drive-by shooting, in an effort to generate leads in the case.
Company's initiative supports Georgia businesses, dedicated employees
One company tied to the travel industry that was hit hard by the pandemic is trying to support small businesses and employees falling on hard times.
$3,000 reward for safe return of urn of young son's ashes stolen from Covington hotel
Three days after the family who had their moving van that had the ashes of their young son stolen from the parking lot of a Covington hotel, a $3,000 reward has been posted for the urn's safe return.
Family's moving van found, but urn with son's ashes remains missing
The family who had their moving van stolen from the parking lot of a Covington hotel in which they were staying said police have recovered the van, but not several very precious personal possessions.
Family's possessions, including baby's ashes, stolen
A family had packed up all their belongings for a move to a new home. They stopped at the LaQuinta in Covington off Interstate 20 for the night. While they were asleep, thieves stole their U-Haul.
I-Team Exclusive: Newton County manager wants newly-elected coroner removed from office
Newton County's newly elected Coroner is under fire for initially refusing to transport a body from a deadly accident scene.
Deputies searching for missing Newton County last seen in January
Newton County deputies are looking for a 55-year-old man who has been missing since early January.
Newton County cold case of murder of Atlanta airport worker now 3 years old
A young woman disappeared after leaving work at Hartsfield Jackson International Airport in March of 2018. It's been exactly 3 years, and investigators need help finding out what happened.
Covington 15-year-old boy reported missing by police
If you have seen 15-year-old Jeremy Mitchell, please call the police immediately.
Newton County wasted millions on failed lake. DA to decide whether it was a crime
Four years after Newton County killed its plans for a new source of drinking water, the newly elected district attorney said he will review evidence to see whether there’s evidence of crime.
Rescue horse evades death and transforms into national competitor
His relentless determination, paired with expert training, have translated into national rankings in the equestrian triathlon, formally known as, eventing.
With wipe and mask demand high, fiber maker sets $48M growth
A unit of a Thai chemical company will spend $48 million to expand production in Georgia, citing strong demand because of the coronavirus pandemic for synthetic fibers used in face masks and wipes.
Cousins Middle School temporarily suspends in-person learning due to COVID-19
Cousins Middle School in Covington will temporarily suspend in-person instruction as a precaution related to COVID-19.
17-year-old arrested for murder of Newton County teen
A 17-year-old has been arrested for the murder of another teen last month in Newton County.
Police: Man licked person's foot at Georgia Dollar General
The Covington Police Department arrested a man accused of licking a person's foot in a Dollar General.
NWS confirmed 2 tornadoes in Georgia, continues surveying Saturday's storm damage
Cleanup continued on Sunday after rain bands associated with the remnants of Hurricane Delta passed through Georgia just a day earlier.
Dozens displaced after homeless shelter in Newton County damaged during storm
Dozens of people staying at Newton County’s only homeless shelter had to be relocated on Saturday evening after a severe storm tore through the area, collapsing a portion of the building’s wall.
Covington woman charged with concealing father's death, dumping body
A Covington woman is behind bars accused of concealing her father's death for months and lying to concerned friends and family members about his whereabouts. Police announced a break in the case one month after human remains were discovered in a wooded area on Boy Scout Road in Newton County.
Police searching for suspects connected to air conditioning unit theft
Authorities are searching for the two men suspected of stealing an air conditioning unit from a Newton County home in August.
Car crashes during police chase leaving three dead
A deadly car crash during a police pursuit in Newton County left three people dead, authorities confirmed.