Mayor Mark Mathews said that members were persuaded to re-vote by the city attorney; some people believe the council caved to pressure.
Mayor Mark Mathews said that council members who initially voted against the mosque have changed their minds.
The new study tracks the country’s school shootings since the 2012 tragedy at Sandy Hook Elementary School.
The city rejected the mosque's petition amid what supporters claim was an environment of islamophobia.
After a deadly summer of children left in hot cars, a mother is calling on a government fix. What do you think?
During an exchange on immigration between a University of Georgia student and Gov. Nathan Deal he presumed the student was undocumented.
WalletHub looked at life expectancy, wages, the number of male vs. female executives and other factors to rank states for women's equality.
With the economic benefits of legalized marijuana working for Colorado, is your state the next in line?
The HOST, which would be asked of county voters to approve in November 2016, would be a 1 percent sales tax on everything sold in Cobb.
The participating Young Marines are given an opportunity to learn about real world problems that affect literally half the human population on the planet.
Attendees at the March 4 meeting will be asked to review exhibits and make comments and notes about how the park is used, what features function well and what areas need improvement.
Council unanimously votes to rezone and annex property that sits on the northwest corner of Barrett and Cobb parkways into the city limits.
Alpharetta Sen. Brandon Beach wants metro Atlanta's four main transit agencies to develop a website that allows riders to plan and pay for a trip that involves riding one or more of the participating transit systems.
In an effort make up for missed operational days last week due to the winter storm, the USPS is opening up 27 offices across the metro Atlanta area on Monday.
Certified navigators will work with individuals to better understand their new health insurance options and assist with enrollment.
How is the Regional Transportation Plan, a $59 billion plan for transportation spending in an 18-county metro Atlanta region through the year 2040, stacking up?
Two public hearings are scheduled this month for county code amendments creating special districts for the stadium project.
Georgia governor announces members of the Severe Winter Weather Warning and Preparedness Task Force on Monday.
State representative supports children with epilepsy having legal access to a cannabis-based oil that could ease their discomfort and distress.
State Sen. Vincent Fort was among 10 activists arrested this past week in Gov. Nathan Deal's office after calling on the state to expand its Medicaid program.
Schools will be closed on Wednesday; most county government offices will have a delayed start while others, including some courts, will be closed.
Cobb County government offices remain open.
Panel topics include stalking//teen dating, internet/electronic theft, missing children/seniors, personal safety in your home and community, and mental health awareness.
The event is designed to help inform, educate and empower people about public health responsibilities.
The U.S. Postal Service's increase for the cost of a first-class stamp is the largest hike for consumer postage in more than a decade.
District Three Commissioner JoAnn Birrell and District Four Commissioner Lisa Cupid will host town halls.
The Certificate of Achievement is the highest form of recognition in the area of governmental accounting and financial reporting and its attainment represents a significant accomplishment by a government and its management.
The East Cobb-area Republican legislator says the tax "makes cents and it makes sense."
The LCI grants will help communities create new plans for quality growth and help develop innovative policies that support more vibrant, connected communities.
Kennesaw Mayor Mark Mathews will be conducting a Town Hall meeting to listen to constituent concerns and answer questions about programs, policies, safety and services.
The Mayor described the downtown mixed-use development proposed on Main Street and Watts Drive, a critical care nursing facility off Pine Mountain Road and a specialty retail development at Cobb Parkway and Barrett Parkway.
YourGOV service requests relate to roadway issues like potholes, traffic signals, debris, signs, storm drains and sidewalks.
Cobb Citizens for Governmental Transparency has blasted the Cobb Board of Commissioners' "reckless railroading" of the stadium deal and the additional burden it could place on public safety and county taxpayers.
The organization works to reduce the number of dropouts at seven school campuses around the county.
An East Cobb resident accuses Cobb officials of having the wrong priorities following police staffing concerns raised by former Public Safety Director Jack Forsythe, who resigned in protest on Monday.
Citizens can attend two public hearings and view amendments online.
Online registration for the Jan. 13 Cobb Chamber of Commerce breakfast continues through next Wednesday.
All branches will reopen at their regular times on Thursday.
Find out which routes to avoid courtesy of the Georgia Department of Transportation.