79-year-old Decatur man arrested for child exploitation

A Decatur man has been arrested following a Georgia Bureau of Investigation probe into the sexual exploitation of children.

Decatur man arrested on child molestation charges

Adam Steele Ford, 34, of Decatur is charged with two counts of aggravated child molestation stemming from incidents that allegedly occurred between July and August 2025.

Grady Health System opens Decatur outpatient center

Grady Health System is opening its Flat Shoals Parkway Outpatient Health Center this week.

MARTA adds Breeze system upgrades, urges riders to allow extra time

Multiple MARTA stations will close specific faregates through early December, requiring riders to use alternate entrances.

OutKast’s Hall of Fame honor cements Atlanta’s music legacy

OutKast’s Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction cements Atlanta’s role as a driving force in global music culture.

Voting in DeKalb County? Everything to know before you head to the polls

Voters across DeKalb County will decide a wide slate of local races on Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2025, as dozens of city councils and mayoral seats go before the electorate.

Decatur leaders seek public input on mayor selection process

City leaders in Decatur are inviting residents to share their opinions on how the city’s mayor should be chosen in the future.

City Schools of Decatur hosts first Transition Fair for students

The Decatur school district held its first-ever Transition Fair this week to help students with disabilities prepare for life after graduation.

Decatur school board discussing possible school closures

The City Schools of Decatur Board is weighing whether to close one of its elementary schools as part of a broader redistricting plan.

Grants to boost Decatur businesses as WatchFest26 nears

The Decatur Downtown Development Authority has renewed funding for three small business grant programs, committing $116,000 to help improve storefronts, interiors and online marketing.