MARTA introduces 'MARTA Reach' ahead of bus network overhaul
MARTA is blending public transit with ride-sharing technology through its new "MARTA Reach" service, offering on-demand van pickups in a dozen zones across metro Atlanta.
MARTA is blending public transit with ride-sharing technology through its new "MARTA Reach" service, offering on-demand van pickups in a dozen zones across metro Atlanta.
Decatur crossing guard hit by car while working
A Decatur school crossing guard was hospitalized and a driver was cited after a pedestrian accident Friday afternoon at South Candler Street and Kirk Road.
A Decatur school crossing guard was hospitalized and a driver was cited after a pedestrian accident Friday afternoon at South Candler Street and Kirk Road.
MARTA better Breeze launch date: New faregates and tap-to-pay coming
MARTA is launching its "better Breeze" fare system on March 28, featuring contactless payments and new touchscreen vending machines.
MARTA is launching its "better Breeze" fare system on March 28, featuring contactless payments and new touchscreen vending machines.
Decatur group fights to protect sacred land from potential development
An organization in Decatur is working to preserve a plot of land it describes as sacred ground, citing a deep history involving the Muskogee Creek Nation and enslaved African Americans.
An organization in Decatur is working to preserve a plot of land it describes as sacred ground, citing a deep history involving the Muskogee Creek Nation and enslaved African Americans.
Decatur community invited to celebrate WWII veteran's 100th birthday
Joe Safford, a local World War II veteran and "community hero", is hitting a major milestone this weekend, and the Decatur community is invited to help him celebrate.
Joe Safford, a local World War II veteran and "community hero", is hitting a major milestone this weekend, and the Decatur community is invited to help him celebrate.
1 dead, 2 injured after shots fired outside Bluebird Lane rental
Police are investigating a deadly shooting that happened early Tuesday morning in DeKalb County.
Police are investigating a deadly shooting that happened early Tuesday morning in DeKalb County.
McNair student struck by pellet while riding school bus
A McNair Middle School student was injured on Thursday while riding the bus home from school, officials said.
A McNair Middle School student was injured on Thursday while riding the bus home from school, officials said.
Decatur gives update on World Cup preparations
With the World Cup less than 100 days away, the city of Decatur is preparing to welcome soccer fans from around the world.
With the World Cup less than 100 days away, the city of Decatur is preparing to welcome soccer fans from around the world.
Psychologist found 'guilty but mentally ill' in Decatur crash that killed child
59-year-old Michelle Wierson was convicted of vehicular homicide on Wednesday, years after she slammed into a car stopped at a Decatur intersection, leading to the death of a 5-year-old boy in 2018.
59-year-old Michelle Wierson was convicted of vehicular homicide on Wednesday, years after she slammed into a car stopped at a Decatur intersection, leading to the death of a 5-year-old boy in 2018.
Decatur launches WatchFest ‘26 volunteer program
Organizers are recruiting 350 volunteers to staff concerts, assist at community events and serve as city ambassadors during the 34-day Decatur WatchFest ‘26 celebration.
Organizers are recruiting 350 volunteers to staff concerts, assist at community events and serve as city ambassadors during the 34-day Decatur WatchFest ‘26 celebration.
Decatur speed limit changes: What drivers need to know about new 5 mph reductions
Decatur and GDOT are reducing speed limits by 5 mph on five major state route corridors.
Decatur and GDOT are reducing speed limits by 5 mph on five major state route corridors.
Decatur man sentenced in murder of missing woman on vacation
Bornold Alastair Eberhart is facing three decades behind bars after pleading guilty to the murder of a woman while the two were vacationing in South Carolina together in 2023.
Bornold Alastair Eberhart is facing three decades behind bars after pleading guilty to the murder of a woman while the two were vacationing in South Carolina together in 2023.
Authorities arrest person of interest in killing of USPS carrier
Law enforcement has arrested a person of interest in connection with the death of a USPS carrier killed while delivering mail in Decatur last week, authorities confirmed.
Law enforcement has arrested a person of interest in connection with the death of a USPS carrier killed while delivering mail in Decatur last week, authorities confirmed.
USPS mail carrier killed in Decatur: Federal investigators offer reward in case
Federal investigators are offering a $250,000 reward for information following the fatal shooting of a 31-year-old U.S. Postal Service letter carrier as he delivered mail in Decatur last week.
Federal investigators are offering a $250,000 reward for information following the fatal shooting of a 31-year-old U.S. Postal Service letter carrier as he delivered mail in Decatur last week.
New affordable housing community for seniors opens in Decatur
A new affordable senior living community opened Thursday in Decatur, located just a quarter of a mile from accessible transportation, officials said.
A new affordable senior living community opened Thursday in Decatur, located just a quarter of a mile from accessible transportation, officials said.
Decatur Library reopens with mandatory security screening after shooting
The Decatur Library reopened Tuesday with a new security checkpoint and a mandatory back-entrance policy following a recent shooting incident.
The Decatur Library reopened Tuesday with a new security checkpoint and a mandatory back-entrance policy following a recent shooting incident.
Decatur Library to reopen Monday after shooting with focus on security
The Decatur Library will reopen Feb. 9 following a week-long closure for staff well-being and security assessments.
The Decatur Library will reopen Feb. 9 following a week-long closure for staff well-being and security assessments.
Decatur Library shooting suspect turned himself in
Police say Medicus Brown, 44, is turned himself in to face charges of aggravated assault with intent to murder and a firearm offense.
Police say Medicus Brown, 44, is turned himself in to face charges of aggravated assault with intent to murder and a firearm offense.
Water outages in Decatur, Avondale Estates: Crews investigate as social media reports surge
DeKalb County crews have yet to locate the specific cause or water main break responsible for the pressure issues.
DeKalb County crews have yet to locate the specific cause or water main break responsible for the pressure issues.
Man injured in shooting at metro Atlanta library; police search for shooter
A man is in critical condition after being shot at a metro Atlanta library on Monday afternoon, police said.
A man is in critical condition after being shot at a metro Atlanta library on Monday afternoon, police said.