14 years and still waiting
by Elsa Sanchez, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] July 14, 2026 I came to the United States from Mexico at the age…
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14 years and still waiting
After 2 deadly shootings, ICE reportedly ordered to end vehicle enforcement stops
As lawmakers politicize the 250th anniversary, Americans are looking for unity over division
Building a long‑term base on the Moon will require extensive planning – a planetary geologist describes the considerations that go into it
FDA drug approval affects healthcare around the world, but political shortcuts could hurt the agency’s international reputation
Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Wednesday, July 15, 2026
How much do you know about the transportation system in Cobb County? take Part 2 of our quiz and find out
Current Cobb DOT road work as of Wednesday, July 15
“Whiskers on Wheels” cat rescue fundraiser coming to Sparkles in Smyrna
Update: Georgia DPH now recommends washing pre-washed vegetables
North and Central Georgia Face Thunderstorms and Rising Heat Through Weekend
Lawmakers Look To Make Abortion Shield Laws Less Dependent on Who’s Governor
Judge blasts Trump for using the presidency to ‘manipulate’ courts in IRS case
Warnock: New federal housing law designed to ‘stop the spread’ of corporate-owned homes
Why is Venus hotter than Mercury, when Mercury is closer to the Sun?
Supreme Court rules your cellphone location data is protected by the Fourth Amendment
14 years and still waiting
by Elsa Sanchez, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] July 14, 2026 I came to the United States from Mexico at the age…
After 2 deadly shootings, ICE reportedly ordered to end vehicle enforcement stops
by Ariana Figueroa, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] July 14, 2026 WASHINGTON — The Department of Homeland Security Tuesday ordered U.S. Immigration…
As lawmakers politicize the 250th anniversary, Americans are looking for unity over division
by Tatishe Nteta, UMass Amherst and Adam Eichen, UMass Amherst, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] The Trump administration has planned a series of commemorative events…
Building a long‑term base on the Moon will require extensive planning – a planetary geologist describes the considerations that go into it
by Clive Neal, University of Notre Dame, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Lots of excitement for space bubbled up in spring 2026. The Artemis II…
FDA drug approval affects healthcare around the world, but political shortcuts could hurt the agency’s international reputation
by C. Michael White, University of Connecticut, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] At the beginning of July 2026, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved…
Cobb climate summary & weather forecast for Wednesday, July 15, 2026
The National Weather Service forecasts partly sunny skies here in Cobb County on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, with a high near 86 degrees. The National Weather Service has issued a…
How much do you know about the transportation system in Cobb County? take Part 2 of our quiz and find out
By Larry Felton Johnson A smoothly running transportation system is necessary for a good quality of life in a populous county, an in a county as large as Cobb, well-maintained…
Current Cobb DOT road work as of Wednesday, July 15
The following road and lane closures are currently active and listed on the Cobb County DOT website. To expand the map for a particular roadway, click on the legend to…
“Whiskers on Wheels” cat rescue fundraiser coming to Sparkles in Smyrna
Pounce de Leon no-kill cat shelter distributed the following announcement about its Whiskers on Wheels fundraiser: Whiskers on Wheels: Skating for Cats Monday, August 10, 2026 – 3:30 – 9…
Update: Georgia DPH now recommends washing pre-washed vegetables
Take Precautions When Handling Fresh Fruits and Vegetables The Georgia Department of Public Health distributed the following public health information alert about how consumers can avoid cyclosporiasis, a gast The…
North and Central Georgia Face Thunderstorms and Rising Heat Through Weekend
Georgia weather today includes thunderstorms, with triple-digit heat index later in week Isolated and scattered thunderstorms are expected across north and central Georgia today through the weekend, bringing the potential…
Lawmakers Look To Make Abortion Shield Laws Less Dependent on Who’s Governor
This article by Jackie Fortiér first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Jul 14, 2026 When Gov. Gavin Newsom, using his executive power, refused to extradite a physician…
Judge blasts Trump for using the presidency to ‘manipulate’ courts in IRS case
by Ashley Murray, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] July 13, 2026 WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump “acted in bad faith” when he…
Warnock: New federal housing law designed to ‘stop the spread’ of corporate-owned homes
by Alander Rocha, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] July 13, 2026 U.S. Sen. Raphael Warnock on Monday touted a new federal law…
Why is Venus hotter than Mercury, when Mercury is closer to the Sun?
by Vahe Peroomian, USC Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Curious Kids is a series for children of all…
Supreme Court rules your cellphone location data is protected by the Fourth Amendment
by Anne Toomey McKenna, Penn State, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Law enforcement officials frequently draw virtual fences around areas of interest and require Google…
Cuba’s future remains in limbo while Trump’s unpredictable foreign policy offers no clear path forward
by Juan Carlos Albarran, Miami University, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] As I consider the dire economic and political turning point my home country of…
How much do you know about Six Flags Over Georgia? take the quiz and find out
By Larry Felton Johnson Six Flags Over Georgia in Mableton is not only a major entertainment destination in Cobb County, it’s also a major employer, and has provided summer jobs…
Three Local Artists Featured in Cobb Library Shop People’s Collection
The Cobb County Public Library distributed the following news release about the launch of a project with local artists: The Cobb Library Shop is proud to announce the official launch…
“My name is Comet. Are you here to adopt me?”
The Cobb County Courier’s Cat of the Day, selected from the Cobb Animal Services Shelter website, is a male grey domestic short hair. The following information on this potential family…