Decatur unveils $8.5M plan to revamp downtown square
Decatur is investing $8.5 million to revamp its downtown square, adding a new performing arts stage, expanded green space, and a children’s playground.
Families line up at Decatur church for Easter ham giveaway
Hundreds of families woke up early to line up at a Decatur church for a free Easter food box to help them prepare for the holiday.
Man killed on Glen Hollow Circle in DeKalb County identified, arrest made
A man was shot to death in DeKalb County Wednesday night. He was identified on Friday as 39-year-old Diamon Clay.
Officials approve $8.5 million project to renovate Decatur Square
The renovations to the city's popular Decatur Square would include the construction of a new performing arts stage, play area, bathrooms, and more ahead of the 2026 World Cup
Body discovered as multiple car fires break out around metro Atlanta
Saturday was a busy day for Metro Atlanta first responders. Many were called to fires that broke out in several areas, including South Fulton where police are now looking into one person’s death.
Doctor reunites with Decatur YMCA staff who saved his life
A man who suffered cardiac arrest during a workout at the Decatur YMCA had the chance to personally thank the people who saved his life.
Armed hijacker crashes into two cars over I-285, leads police chase in Decatur, police say
An insubordinate driver is facing a slew of charges in DeKalb County after leading a police chase in Decatur. Columbia Drive over I-285 in Decatur was blocked off by law enforcement Wednesday evening.
Obituary scam targeting grieving families, Decatur funeral home owner warns
The owner of a metro Atlanta funeral home is sounding the alarm on fraudsters looking to pull a fast one on grieving families.
Third juvenile accused in killing MARTA driver over fare surrenders to police
The third juvenile wanted in connection with the shooting death of MARTA bus operator Leroy Ramos over a $2.50 fare surrendered to DeKalb County police on Monday evening.
Husband, father, MARTA driver killed over fare; Loved ones call for justice, third arrest
MARTA employees are rallying around the family of a driver shot to death Friday during a dispute police say started over the $2.50 bus fare.
MARTA bus driver shot and killed at Decatur Station identified by police
A MARTA bus driver was shot and killed at the Decatur Station on Friday evening, according to MARTA Police Chief Scott Kreher.
Man found shot dead in Decatur backyard
DeKalb County police investigated a deadly shooting in the backyard of a Decatur home late Friday night.
Young man shot on Candler Road dies in hospital
DeKalb County police are investigating a deadly shooting in Decatur.
Decatur homeowners fear for safety in neighborhood plagued by reckless drivers
Homeowners in a DeKalb County neighborhood complain reckless drivers are taking over their streets. They say it's so bad that they worry someone could get hurt, or worse.
DeKalb County's only family emergency shelter seeks Christmas miracle after hurricane damage
The only family emergency shelter in DeKalb County is hoping for a Christmas miracle. Hagar's House in Decatur suffered extensive damage following Hurricane Helene back in September and still isn't able to re-open.
‘Porch pirate’ in Decatur apartment complex swipes packages, spoils Christmas for residents
DeKalb County police need help identifying a man accused of swiping packages off the front doorsteps of residents inside a Decatur apartment complex. The most recent incident was earlier this week.
Decatur man sentenced to life in prison for motel murder in 2020
A Decatur man has been sentenced to life plus five years after being convicted of murdering a man during a dispute at a motel in January 2020.
Christmas gift cautionary tale: Lithium-ion battery dangers
The Robsons' home is covered from floor to ceiling in toxic black soot.
2 people rescued from burning Decatur home
Two unconscious victims were rescued from a burning home in Decatur and rushed to the hospital early Sunday morning.
80-year-old missing DeKalb County woman found dead, police say
An 80-year-old DeKalb County woman who has been missing for several weeks has been found deceased, according to the DeKalb County Police Department.