Political cartoonist Clay Jones on militarization of campuses

Cartoon of a campus administrators saying "I need a militarized response to the protests. What's the worst that could happen" and a sign stating "Kent State"

Posted By: Larry Felton Johnson May 2, 2024

Political cartoon by Clay Jones

Posted By: Larry Felton Johnson April 11, 2026

GDOT Releases Weekly I-285 and I-20 Lane Closure Schedule for the West Interchange Project in Cobb & Fulton

The Georgia Department of Transportation released the following updated schedule of lane closures for I-285 and I-20 for the estimated $1.2 billion I-285/I-20 West Interchange project. This week’s updated schedule…

Posted By: Larry Felton Johnson April 11, 2026

Cobb County News Quiz: Test Your Knowledge of This Week’s Local Headlines

Weekly Cobb County News Quiz The Cobb County Courier’s Cobb County news quiz runs Monday through Thursday in our email newsletter, testing readers on the latest local headlines and developments….

Posted By: Nor April 11, 2026

Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Saturday, April 11, 2026

The National Weather Service forecasts sunny skies here in Cobb County on Saturday, April 11, 2026, with a high near 85 degrees. The National Weather Service has issued a hazardous…

Posted By: Larry Felton Johnson April 11, 2026

Georgia Fire Risk Expected to Continue Into Sunday

A Fire Danger Statement remains in effect for portions of north and central Georgia through this evening, with dry vegetation and low humidity increasing the risk of fire spread. Outdoor…

Posted By: Nor April 10, 2026

For Many Patients Leaving the ICU, the Struggle Has Only Just Begun

This article by Paula Span first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Paula Span, April 10, 2026 The accident happened in Pittsburgh on Nov. 16. Joseph Masterson, a…