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Georgia State Capitol on mostly sunny day

Government & Politics, State Government June 15, 2026

Trump gives 11th hour backing to Collins in Georgia U.S. Senate runoff

by Ross Williams, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] June 14, 2026 President Donald Trump has issued a last-minute endorsement of Congressman Mike…

Government & Politics, State Government June 15, 2026

Kemp backs Burt Jones in race to be Georgia’s next governor

by Alander Rocha, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] June 14, 2026 Gov. Brian Kemp made a last-minute endorsement of Lt. Gov. Burt…

A diagram of a microchip with the letters "AI" in the center

Science & Technology June 15, 2026

Why sophrosyne, an ancient Greek virtue, matters more than ever in the age of AI

by Ross Channing Reed, Missouri University of Science and Technology, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Texting while driving. Bullying people on social media. Buying into…

Color drawing of the south side of the White House

Government & Politics, National Government June 15, 2026

Trump proposes putting political goals above objective criteria in deciding who gets government grants, from childcare to research to public safety

by Mirae Kim, George Mason University, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] The federal government provides grants – any amount of money that the recipient doesn’t…

Environment June 15, 2026

How window‑mounted heat pumps can give tenants efficient heating and cooling

by Moncef Krarti, University of Colorado Boulder, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] People who rent their homes, or don’t have enough money to make major…

History June 15, 2026

1885: a train disaster in Mableton

[This is an evergreen article that we occasionally expand and republish as we discover more information on the topic] Train disasters were significant events in the 19th through the early…

Photo of a thunderstorm with a large bolt of lightning

News, Weather June 15, 2026

Georgia Weather Outlook Highlights Weeklong Thunderstorm Risk

Scattered thunderstorms could affect parts of north and central Georgia this afternoon and evening, with strong storms possible in some areas. The National Weather Service says severe weather is not…

gasoline pump and an EV charging station with a car

Fuel Cost, Transportation & Development June 15, 2026

Georgia gas prices continue to fall as crude oil stays below $100

According to AAA’s weekly report, Georgia gas prices continued their recent decline this week, offering some relief to drivers as broader inflation keeps household budgets under pressure. The average price…

Pets and Pet Adoption June 15, 2026

“I’m a doggy in need of a permanent loving home!”

The Cobb County Courier’s Dog of the Day, selected from the Cobb Animal Services Shelter website, is a male white/brown hound. The following information on this potential family member is…

An orange tabby/white kitten with head held by someone

Pets and Pet Adoption June 15, 2026

“I’m a kitty in need of a permanent loving home!”

The Cobb County Courier’s Cat of the Day, selected from the Cobb Animal Services Shelter website, is a male orange tabby/white domestic short hair. The following information on this potential…

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Food Safety October 5, 2026