Operation Safe DeKalb nets 63 arrests in countywide crime sweep

63 arrests made during “Operation Safe DeKalb 2025,” including charges for murder, robbery, rape, and probation violations.

Multiple Tucker businesses broken into early Tuesday morning

At least four businesses were hit by burglars early Tuesday morning in Tucker. The businesses were Ford's BBQ, Nicky's Undefeated, Village Burger and Yes Events Space -- all located around Main Street.

Dunwoody Fourth parade mishap caused by driver switch; 2 arrested

Ruby Liversidge and Finn Drummond were charged after a crash during a driver switch in a moving vehicle at Dunwoody's Fourth of July parade.

DeKalb County teen convicted of killing IHOP worker

A jury found Jakari Naki Childs, 18, guilty of malice murder, felony murder, aggravated assault and two other gun charges. The conviction stems from a shooting on July 15, 2023, when Childs shot and killed a worker at the IHOP.

Crews repair water main break on Chamblee Dunwoody Road

DeKalb County crews fixed yet another water main break—this time on the 5700 block of Chamblee Dunwoody Road.

DeKalb County water group wants all disconnections paused temporarily

The DeKalb County Water Watch Coalition is urging an immediate pause on water disconnections until an affordability resolution is adopted.

Police chase ends on I-285 after person allegedly points gun at officers

DeKalb police said officers were involved with a police chase that ended on the interstate after a person allegedly point a gun at officers.

'Married to Medicine' star Dr. Heavenly Kimes announces campaign in Georgia

Dr. Heavenly Kimes, best known for her role on Bravo’s Married to Medicine, is entering the political arena with a run for the Georgia House of Representatives.

Where to see July 4th fireworks in metro Atlanta

Happy 4th of July! Many firework shows are taking place around metro Atlanta and North Georgia. Here's a list of some local shows.

Confederacy group sues Stone Mountain Park for planning exhibit on slavery, segregation

The Georgia Division of the Sons of Confederate Veterans claims that Stone Mountain Park's plan to design exhibit on ties to slavery, segregation and white supremacy breaks state law.

Metro Atlanta driver hurt in wild high-speed pursuit calls for change

A metro Atlanta woman caught in a police chase last month is demanding accountability after she said she was hospitalized and her car was totaled.

Woman shot to death during fight in DeKalb County parking lot

The victim, identified as Shanntrell Bell, was taken to the hospital by her friends around 1:40 a.m. Tuesday. Bell died while at the hospital.

Church members vow to rebuild historic Lithonia church destroyed by fire

A historic church in DeKalb County was left in ruins after a devastating fire tore through its sanctuary overnight, and investigators believe a lightning strike may be to blame.