Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | Oct. 17-19, 2025

Here’s your guide to metro Atlanta and North Georgia fun for Oct. 17–19—from festivals and concerts to family outings and Halloween happenings.

DeKalb County discusses data centers at town hall

The debate over the impact of data centers in DeKalb County is intensifying as local leaders, residents, and industry representatives gathered for a town hall meeting in Decatur to discuss the issue.

Ex-board member on Horton: 'We knew about former bankruptcies,' possible indictments

Dr. Joyce Morley says DeKalb’s school board made the right decision accepting Dr. Devon Horton’s resignation but argues it should take effect immediately.

GBI says teenage girl shot by DeKalb police, teenage boy arrested

State investigators are reviewing a shooting by a police officer that left a “teenage girl” wounded in Stone Mountain on Tuesday afternoon, after police say she reached for a gun.

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.

DeKalb residents demand fixes for skyrocketing water bills

Frustration is mounting among DeKalb County water customers who say they’ve been hit with massive and inaccurate bills — and can’t get answers.

Crash along I-20 WB near Panola snarls traffic for hours

All lanes of traffic heading into Atlanta along Interstate 20 came to a standstill on Tuesday afternoon due to a crash.

DeKalb Schools superintendent Dr. Horton’s hiring drew early controversy

Dr. Devon Horton's hiring in 2023 was already controversial, facing public criticism over equity policies and questions about his leadership record.

I-285 north at I-20 reopens in DeKalb County after vehicle fire

Interstate 285 northbound is open again at Interstate 20 in DeKalb County, according to the Georgia Department of Transportation.