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.

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.

Man found shot dead in Decatur backyard

DeKalb County police investigated a deadly shooting in the backyard of a Decatur home late Friday night.

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.

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.

Alicia Witt brings holiday spirit to Decatur’s Eddie’s Attic

Mariah Carey may be the Queen of Christmas, but actress and musician Alicia Witt is definitely part of that royal family.

Man shot near Decatur liquor store

DeKalb County police are investigating a shooting they say took place outside a liquor store in Decatur.

One home left in new Decatur affordable ownership program

There's only one home left on the market after an affordable homeownership program kicked off this summer in the pricey suburb of Decatur.  

Landscaper shot during robbery in Decatur, 2 men arrested

Decatur police are investigating a shooting that occurred Thursday during an armed robbery on Clairemont Avenue.

Decatur teen pleads for safer streets after witnessing 5-year-old friend die in crash

Traffic safety activists and friends and family members of people killed in crashes in Decatur gathered Sunday to remember those who’ve lost their lives on their city’s streets and to call for more safety improvements to South DeKalb County roads.