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Charges Dropped in Walmart “Kidnapping” Case Raises Serious Questions About Police, Prosecutors, and Accuser
In a stunning but overdue reversal, prosecutors in Cobb County have officially dropped all charges against Mahendra “Mick” Patel, the man wrongly accused of attempting to kidnap a toddler from a Walmart Supercenter in March. The Cobb County District Attorney’s
Dooley Steps into Georgia Senate Race with Strong Kemp Ties
Former college football coach Derek Dooley has launched a bid for U.S. Senate in Georgia, targeting Democratic incumbent Jon Ossoff in what’s shaping up to be one of the most watched races of the 2026 midterms. Dooley promises to bring
OP-ED: The Fall of Cobb County’s Court System – Democrat Superior Court Clerk Connie Taylor Indicted for Felony Crimes
Cobb County Superior Court Clerk Connie Taylor, a Democrat re-elected in 2024, now faces multiple felony charges after years of mounting scandals, whistleblower complaints, and public outrage. With the county’s judicial system still reeling from emergency declarations and system-wide failures,
Congressman Mike Collins Enters U.S. Senate Race, Promises to Put Georgia First
Georgia Congressman Mike Collins has officially launched his U.S. Senate campaign, vowing to champion conservative values and challenge Democrat Sen. Jon Ossoff. Collins enters a competitive GOP primary as a pro-Trump voice in a race expected to test the future
John King Exits Georgia Senate Race, Focuses on Re-Election as Insurance Commissioner
Georgia Insurance Commissioner John King has suspended his U.S. Senate campaign, opting instead to seek re-election to his current role. King’s decision reshapes the 2026 GOP primary landscape as Republican leaders continue their search for a unifying challenger to Sen.
Georgia Ethics Commission Rejects Carr Campaign’s Complaint Against Burt Jones
The Georgia Ethics Commission has rejected a complaint from Attorney General Chris Carr against Lt. Gov. Burt Jones over a $10 million campaign loan, declining to investigate due to a lack of legal basis. With the 2026 GOP gubernatorial primary
OP-ED: No Proof, Just Politics? Cobb Schools’ Hutchins Disputes MDJ Report
Cobb County School Board member Tre Hutchins is disputing quotes attributed to him by the Marietta Daily Journal, despite linking to the article himself. With no correction issued and a solid ethical record behind the MDJ, the burden remains on
Burt Jones Launches Bid for Georgia Governor with Bold Conservative Agenda
Lt. Gov. Burt Jones officially enters the race for Georgia governor with a conservative message focused on cutting taxes, combating fentanyl, and defending parental rights. As the GOP primary field begins to shape up, Jones positions himself as a bold,
Cobb Democrats Cheer for NYC Socialist Zohran Mamdani While Local Republicans Sound the Alarm
As Cobb County families gear up for the Fourth of July, local Cobb Democrats are backing NYC socialist Zohran Mamdani, raising alarms among Georgia conservatives. With radical ideas like abolishing billionaires and defunding the police gaining traction, Cobb Republicans warn
Supreme Court Strikes Down Judicial Overreach—A Win for the Constitution, Not Just Trump
In a landmark 6-3 decision, the U.S. Supreme Court handed President Trump a major win, curbing lower courts’ abuse of nationwide injunctions and affirming the executive branch’s right to govern without partisan sabotage. The ruling paves the way for Trump’s
Federal Judge Blocks Georgia’s Social Media Law Designed to Protect Kids
A federal judge has temporarily blocked Georgia’s Protecting Georgia’s Children on Social Media Act (SB 351), which would have required social media platforms to verify users’ ages and obtain parental consent for those under 16. The law was signed into effect
Cursive Writing Makes a Comeback in Cobb Classrooms
Cursive writing is making a comeback in Georgia classrooms this fall, thanks to a statewide push to restore traditional skills in public education. With support from state and local leaders, including Cobb County, students will once again learn to read
OP-ED: The Latest Cobb County Planned Protests Are Just More Political Theater, And the Script Is Rotten
Indivisible Cobb is hosting a protest in East Cobb defending illegal aliens, including an alleged MS-13 gang member, as “victims” of Trump’s immigration enforcement. But make no mistake: this isn’t about justice or immigrants. It’s anti-Trump political theater.
Supreme Court Upholds Tennessee Ban on Transgender Care for Minors
On June 18, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6–3 to uphold Tennessee’s law banning gender-affirming care for minors—covering puberty blockers and hormone therapy.
Low Turnout, High Stakes: PSC Race Moves Toward November Showdown
Tim Echols secures the GOP nomination for Georgia’s Public Service Commission (PSC) as Cobb County Republicans turn out decisively. Low voter turnout and high utility bills shape the race ahead of the November showdown.
“No Kings” Protest Sparks Concern Just Days Before America’s True ‘No King’ Day
While left-wing activists gathered in Atlanta for a so-called “No Kings Day” protest, many Americans couldn’t help but ask: what exactly are they protesting? This country rejected monarchy nearly 250 years ago. It’s called Independence Day—July 4th—and it stands as
Advance Voting Ends Today for the GA Public Service Commissioner Special Primary Election
Today is the final day of advance voting in Cobb County for the Public Service Commission special primary election, but turnout remains low. As of Thursday, only 3,275 early votes have been cast, a concerning figure given the importance of
OP-ED: Nails, Narratives, and Nonsense: The Cobb Democrats’ Guide to Losing Touch With Voters
When did upholding immigration law become controversial? Cobb Democrats are outraged that ICE dared to enforce the law. Their latest anti-ICE rant reveals the truth: it’s not about compassion, it’s about power.
Cobb Lawmaker Joins Protest Against ICE Enforcement Outside Atlanta Field Office
As protests against U.S. immigration laws spread nationwide, Cobb State Representative Gabriel Sanchez appeared at a rally outside the Atlanta ICE field office, standing with activists who called for an end to federal immigration enforcement.
Georgia Lawmakers Join National Effort to Block Federal AI Regulation Freeze
A bipartisan group of Georgia lawmakers is joining national colleagues to challenge a hidden provision in a federal spending bill that could tie states’ hands on artificial intelligence AI regulations for a decade.
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Dooley Steps into Georgia Senate Race with Strong Kemp Ties
Former college football coach Derek Dooley has launched a bid for U.S. Senate in Georgia, targeting Democratic incumbent Jon Ossoff in what’s shaping up to be one of the most watched races of the 2026 midterms. Dooley promises to bring
Congressman Mike Collins Enters U.S. Senate Race, Promises to Put Georgia First
Georgia Congressman Mike Collins has officially launched his U.S. Senate campaign, vowing to champion conservative values and challenge Democrat Sen. Jon Ossoff. Collins enters a competitive GOP primary as a pro-Trump voice in a race expected to test the future
John King Exits Georgia Senate Race, Focuses on Re-Election as Insurance Commissioner
Georgia Insurance Commissioner John King has suspended his U.S. Senate campaign, opting instead to seek re-election to his current role. King’s decision reshapes the 2026 GOP primary landscape as Republican leaders continue their search for a unifying challenger to Sen.
Georgia Ethics Commission Rejects Carr Campaign’s Complaint Against Burt Jones
The Georgia Ethics Commission has rejected a complaint from Attorney General Chris Carr against Lt. Gov. Burt Jones over a $10 million campaign loan, declining to investigate due to a lack of legal basis. With the 2026 GOP gubernatorial primary
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Dooley Steps into Georgia Senate Race with Strong Kemp Ties
Former college football coach Derek Dooley has launched a bid for U.S. Senate in Georgia, targeting Democratic incumbent Jon Ossoff in what’s shaping up to be one of the most watched races of the 2026 midterms. Dooley promises to bring
Congressman Mike Collins Enters U.S. Senate Race, Promises to Put Georgia First
Georgia Congressman Mike Collins has officially launched his U.S. Senate campaign, vowing to champion conservative values and challenge Democrat Sen. Jon Ossoff. Collins enters a competitive GOP primary as a pro-Trump voice in a race expected to test the future
John King Exits Georgia Senate Race, Focuses on Re-Election as Insurance Commissioner
Georgia Insurance Commissioner John King has suspended his U.S. Senate campaign, opting instead to seek re-election to his current role. King’s decision reshapes the 2026 GOP primary landscape as Republican leaders continue their search for a unifying challenger to Sen.
Georgia Ethics Commission Rejects Carr Campaign’s Complaint Against Burt Jones
The Georgia Ethics Commission has rejected a complaint from Attorney General Chris Carr against Lt. Gov. Burt Jones over a $10 million campaign loan, declining to investigate due to a lack of legal basis. With the 2026 GOP gubernatorial primary
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