Federal judge rules school board districts illegal in Cobb County, calls for new map

A federal judge has ruled that school board districts in Georgia’s second-largest school system appear to be unconstitutionally discriminatory and must be quickly redrawn ahead of 2024’s elections.

Funeral for high school band teacher Madison Argo set for Thursday

Madison Argo, who had been the band director at Wheeler High School for just two years, will be laid to rest in Alabama on Thursday.

Termination hearing for Cobb County teacher over book wraps up

It has been a long two days for Due West Elementary fifth-grade teacher Katie Rinderle. She was teary-eyed when she took the stand.

Back-to-school fairs and events in metro Atlanta | 2023

Here's a list of some back-to-school fairs and events happening for the 2023-24 school year in metro Atlanta.

Cobb County teacher's job in jeopardy over children's book about gender

A Cobb County teacher is fighting for her job after reading a book to her class. The district said it violated Georgia's new Divisive Concepts Law.

Anxiety high after unfounded rumors of threats North Cobb High School

Officials with the Cobb County School District tell FOX 5 rumors of a possible threat to students at North Cobb High School were unfounded, but some parents and students say they are still on edge.

Got questions for police? Here's you chance to ask

For the first time, every police agency in Cobb County will get together for a public forum. The community is invited to ask questions.

Delta flies at top of Forbes 'Best Employers' in Georgia list

Atlanta-based Delta Air Lines tops the list of Forbes' "Best Employers" in Georgia list released on Wednesday. One hundred companies made the list in Georgia.

Big boost in pay for Cobb County school bus drivers

A big bump in pay for some local school drivers. The Cobb County School district voted tonight to raise the hourly pay by $5.25 an hour. Starting pay is now $25 an hour.

Cobb County mom says 5-year-old son was left on school bus for hours

She said she’s frustrated she wasn’t immediately notified by school officials and feels her son Tradon’s safety wasn't taken seriously.

Nazi symbol or not: New Cobb County school logo on hold after backlash

Many have pointed out it resembles a Nazi symbol, though a school district said the design was based on a U.S. Army colonel’s eagle wings.

Cobb County Schools to launch new security measures

A number of parents showed up at the Cobb School Board meeting to talk about safety issues. Superintendent Chris Ragsdale said there will be a number of changes in place by the time the new school year begins.