Longtime coach McCrary steps down, sparking debate in DeKalb County

Dr. Phillip McCrary, a respected coach with 30 years of experience, resigned after controversy over his disciplinary methods during a school trip.

Rapper Silento begins 30-year prison sentence for killing of cousin

"Watch Me (Whip/Nae Nae)" rapper Silentó has begun his decades-long prison sentence in DeKalb County after pleading guilty but mentally ill to the killing of his cousin.

Journalist Mario Guevara’s charges dropped after anti-ICE protest arrest

Charges against journalist Mario Guevara, arrested during an anti-ICE protest, have been dropped due to insufficient evidence for prosecution.

Reward offered for suspect in deadly shooting of 15-year-old near Brookhaven McDonald's

Brookhaven police are offering a $10,000 reward for information that helps them identify a suspect who shot and killed a 15-year-old on Clairmont Road earlier this month.

Community honors 33 unmarked graves at former children's home site

Community members held a ceremony at Legacy Park to honor 33 individuals, mostly children, whose unmarked graves were discovered at the former Methodist Children’s Home site.

Crews battle overnight fire at DeKalb County townhome complex

An overnight fire that broke out at a DeKalb County townhome community has left multiple residents looking for a place to stay.

Tucker City Council discusses Northlake Mall's transformation into mixed-use complex

The owners of Northlake Mall plan to transform the space into a mixed-use development with 495 residential units, seeking input from Tucker City Council before proceeding.

22-year-old shot at Hairston Square in DeKalb County has died

A 22-year-old man who was critically wounded in a shooting at a DeKalb County shopping center on Friday has died from his injuries, police confirmed Monday.

Roadwork resumes at intersection of Briarcliff, Lavista roads in DeKalb

Work has resumed on a heavily congested stretch of road in DeKalb County, as crews were seen working overnight near the intersection of Briarcliff and LaVista roads.

Cooling centers opening in DeKalb County amid heat wave

The center will offer free meals, support services, and essential supplies, with transportation provided from Decatur and Chamblee libraries.

Amazon offering free tours of Stone Mountain facility

Amazon has launched free public tours at its robotics fulfillment center in Stone Mountain, offering visitors a behind-the-scenes look at cutting-edge automation and logistics technology.