DeKalb County proposes 2025 property tax increase amid rising values

DeKalb County proposes a property tax increase for 2025 due to rising property values, despite the overall millage rate remaining unchanged.

Father's Day events in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | June 2025

Looking for a fun way to celebrate Dad this weekend? There are plenty of Father’s Day events happening across metro Atlanta. Here’s a roundup of unique ways to show your appreciation on June 15.

Rapper Silento sentenced to 30 years for 2021 death of cousin in metro Atlanta

Silento, the rapper best known for "Watch Me (Whip/Nae Nae)," will spend decades behind bars after pleading guilty, but mentally ill, to killing his cousin at a DeKalb County home.

DeKalb County officer injured in crash while chasing stolen car

A DeKalb County police officer is recovering after he was in a crash involving a dump truck early Wednesday morning. DKPD says the officer was chasing a car believed to be involved in several armed robberies.

Dunwoody Methodist church installs solar panels, expects to save $14K

Dunwoody United Methodist Church has installed solar panels expected to save approximately $14,300 per year on electricity costs.

Man fatally stabbed at DeKalb County shopping center named by family

DeKalb County police are trying to piece together what happened after a man was found stabbed to death overnight by the pumps of a Lavista Road gas station.

DeKalb County elections board considering temporary polling place changes

DeKalb County officials say construction projects have made the temporary polling places changes needed for the upcoming special election for the Georgia Public Service Commission.

New travel ban sparks concerns among immigrants in metro Atlanta

The expanded travel ban affects citizens from 19 countries, with Eritrea and Somalia facing full bans, impacting immigrant communities in metro Atlanta.

Two women critically injured in shooting on I-20 in DeKalb County

DeKalb County Police are investigating a shooting that left two women in their 20s critically injured on Interstate 20.

Man critically injured in DeKalb County shooting on Blazing Pine Path

DeKalb County police responded to a reported shooting Sunday evening on Blazing Pine Path, finding two injured victims. One victim

Illegal tire dumping in DeKalb County: 3 people arrested

The arrests come after weeks of mounting frustration at Little Linguists International Preschool, located just off Covington Highway.

DeKalb County sees quicker EMS response times

Officials say the faster response times are thanks to a multi-million dollar investment. The county also offers two programs to keep EMTs from responding to “preventable” 911 calls.

Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | June 6-8, 2025

Looking for fun around metro Atlanta and North Georgia this weekend? We have something for everyone. Check out our things to do list for June 6-8, 2025.