Decatur Board of Education swears in first-ever student representative

Decatur High School senior Sophia D'Elena will become the first-ever student representative to sit on the Board of Education for the City Schools of Decatur.

Family of army veteran who died in DeKalb County custody demand justice

Dozens of people gathered around the family of Christon Collins on Saturday outside the DeKalb County Jail demanding change months after the army veteran died while in custody.

My Brother's House, Home Depot team up to fix up home in DeKalb County

A nonprofit organization, My Brother's House, recently partnered with The Home Depot Foundation to offer a rent-free home that has undergone much-needed upgrades.

DeKalb, Fulton animal shelters face record dog intakes this summer

The DeKalb and Fulton County animal shelters say they are taking in more dogs this summer than they have in the past decade.

Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta | Aug. 9-11, 2024

Looking for something fun to do this weekend in metro Atlanta? Whether you're into live music, comedy, film, art, or family-friendly activities, there is something for everyone. Here's a curated list of exciting events happening around the area, from tribute concerts and comedy shows to unique festivals and engaging art exhibits. Dive into the details below and click on the links for more information on each event.

Dunwoody ready to unveil new state-of-the-art real-time crime center

The City of Dunwoody, in collaboration with the Dunwoody Police Department, is set to unveil a state-of-the-art real-time crime center on Aug. 15.

Decatur unveils affordable workforce housing with Oak Cottage Court

The City of Decatur, in collaboration with the Development Authority of the City of Decatur (DDA) and Decatur Land Trust (DLT), proudly announces the completion of Oak Cottage Court.

Man killed by hit-and-run driver on Buford Highway overnight, police say

A pedestrian was killed by a hit-and-run driver at around 3 a.m. Aug. 8 on Buford Highway, according to Brookhaven Police Department.

Suspected DeKalb County serial rapist sentenced to 50 years in prison

Investigators say the 22-year-old Atlanta man has been linked to multiple sexual assaults in Georgia and Alabama. He'll now spend the next 50 years in jail.