Metro Atlanta’s Jobless Rate Jumps in June

The unemployment rate last month in metro Atlanta is now at 9.3 percent.

New Marietta Soccer Park on Target for Fall Opening

Custer Park will be managed by the McCleskey/Northeast Cobb YMCA.

Northeast Cobb Polling Places

In case you've forgotten where to go or if you're new to the area, here's a list of local polling places.

Byrne Accuses Lee Campaign of 'Imploding'

The final Cobb Commission Chairman candidates forum before the July 31 primary featured some heated sparring between the likely frontrunners.

Nearly 400K Cobb Residents Registered to Vote in July 31 Primary

But see why that number may change slightly in the days leading up to the election.

Cobb Democrats Host Final Forum Thursday

Not sure you can get out for one more forum? Watch it from the comfort of your home on TV or streaming live online.

Atlanta Mayor Pushes TSPLOST at Cobb Rally

Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed and a host of Cobb County politicians called for voters to support the Regional Transportation Referendum at a Smyrna rally.

Green, Castellanos Get Best Bar Marks

A sitting Cobb Superior Court Judge and a hopeful for an open spot were the favorites in an Atlanta Bar Association members' poll.

Meet the Candidates: Tim Lee

Tim Lee is seeking re-election as Cobb County's Commission Chairman.

Cobb Commission to Set Millage Rate

Commissioner Bob Ott says he'll vote against maintaining the rate of 11.11 mills because it preserves a 2011 increase.

Meet the Candidates: Mike Boyce

Find out what Cobb Chairman candidate Mike Boyce has to say about the most pressing issues in Cobb County.

Meet the Candidates: William Llop

William Llop seeks the Republican nomination for the District 11 U.S. House of Representatives seat currently held by Rep. Phil Gingrey.

TSPLOST Debate Comes to East Cobb

A spirited debate over the July 31 regional transportation referendum drew a big crowd to Mt. Bethel United Methodist Church.

Meet the Candidates: Michael Opitz

Michael Opitz seeks the Republican nomination for the District 11 U.S. House of Representatives seat currently held by Rep. Phil Gingrey.

Cobb Commission Chairman Candidates Get Spiritual, Candid at Mableton Forum

The Commission Chairman gave real answers about their greatest accomplishments and greatest failures at a Mableton forum attended by about 200 community members Thursday night.

Marietta Wins Award for Real-Time Crisis Management Tool

The application has been a success in live and training scenarios including a severe storm, citywide events including the Fourth of July and two full-scale city exercises.

Gov. Deal: GA 400 Tolls Will End in 2013

The state will be able to pay off its debt in December, 2013 and will look to end the tolls before the start of 2014.

Should Cobb Adopt Outdoor Smoking Ban?

The City of Atlanta has approved an outdoor ban on smoking. What do you think? Is this the right thing to do or an infringement on personal liberties?

3,000 People Participate in First 5 Days of Cobb County Advance Voting

Advance voting continues through Friday, July 27. Georgia's primary election is Tuesday, July 31.

Blackwell to Join State Supreme Court

The Cobb County resident will be sworn in on Thursday.

Pro-TSPLOST Group Unveils New Ads

Untie Atlanta has produced two new radio commercials and a TV spot to air over the next two weeks.

Cobb County Water Report Released

The exhaustive test covers areas including the Chattahoochee River and Lake Allatoona.

Patch Survey of GOP Leaders Shows Widespread Opposition to TSPLOST

Higher taxes and lack of trust are two reasons most Republican respondents are against the transportation referendum.

Dobbins Volunteers Gear up for Annual Roast

Officials at Dobbins Air Reserve Base give tips on preparing your vehicle for a trip, how to drive at night and what to do if your vehicle breaks down.

Cobb, WellStar Sign Partnership Agreement

The agreement is for a senior community clinic at the Senior Wellness Center, which is currently under construction.

‘Taxmageddon’: $500 Billion Tax Increase Approaching

A wave of tax hikes will hit American taxpayers early next year.

TSPLOST Tweetup on Wednesday

Atlantic Station, pro-TSPLOST group hosting online discussion.

Voter ID Laws: Necessary or More Likely to Disenfranchise Voters?

As the November election approaches, the arguments for and against strict voter identity laws heat up.

Cobb Support Services Agency to be Reshuffled

Several positions will be eliminated and others will be promoted in a move to improve efficiency.

New Bridge, Interchange for Northeast Cobb

Cobb County Commissioners awarded contracts for several local construction projects.

Candidates Agree on the Issues, Not How to Solve Them

Republican District 6 State Candidates Josh Belinfante, Drew Ellenburg and Hunter Hill talked the economy, TSPLOST and ethics reform at a candidate forum Saturday.

Early Voting Begins Today

There are several options available to voters who don't want to wait until July 31st to cast their ballot.

Northeast Cobb Road Work Update

Here are the road work projects in progress in Northeast Cobb this week.

Are You A Blue-Blooded Democrat?

We're seeking loyal Dems to participate in "Blue Georgia," a political survey Patch is conducting during this election year.

POLL: Is the TSPLOST Ballot Preamble Biased?

The TSPLOST ballot preamble is being criticized for its possible bias. What do you think?

Road Construction Updates for Northeast Cobb

Some roadwork projects are halted because of the Fourth of July, while others are continuing as normal. These are the Northeast Cobb road projects you need to be aware of this week.

Georgia Dems 'Delighted' by Health Care Decision

The Supreme Court ruled Thursday that the requirement that most Americans buy health insurance or pay a fine is constitutional as a tax.

Register to Vote Before July 2 Deadline

There are less than three days left to register before the state general primary election.

Cobb Chamber CEO Endorses TSPLOST

"If TSPLOST doesn't pass, it would be the worst thing that ever happened to Atlanta." said Cobb Chamber CEO David Connell.

Marietta Author Gets 12 Years for Fraud

Mitchell Gross pleaded guilty in February to pilfering nearly $6 million through various scams.