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DeKalb County homeowners, your property taxes are now capped under House Bill 581, thanks to the property tax cap you approved in November. Now, the county is hosting a live online event this Friday at 44 p.m. to explain how it actually works.

DeKalb Homeowners: Here’s Your Chance to Learn About Georgia’s Property Tax Cap

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 5, 2025February 5, 2025

If you're in Atlanta for the Super Bowl, you're in the right place. A new study ranks the city as the second-best spot in the country to watch the Big Game.

Atlanta Scores Big as a Top Super Bowl City

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 3, 2025

A Tucker family is struggling after a father of three was taken into custody by immigration agents—right outside his church.

Taken At Church: Tucker Man Arrested in Immigration Raid During Worship

by B.T. ClarkJanuary 30, 2025January 30, 2025

On February 15, brave souls across Atlanta will shed their layers—literally—and hit the streets in their underwear for Cupid’s Undie Run, the nation’s biggest pants-optional charity run.

Strip Down for a Good Cause at Cupid’s Undie Run Atlanta

by B.T. ClarkJanuary 29, 2025January 29, 2025

MARTA bus

Traffic & Transportation

How is The Winter Weather Impacting MARTA?

by Traffic ReportsJanuary 22, 2025January 22, 2025

Tonight’s Chamblee City Council meeting has been postponed due to severe weather. A new meeting date will be announced soon.

Winter Storm Delays Chamblee City Council Meeting

by City ReportsJanuary 21, 2025January 21, 2025

A Lithonia man has been sentenced to 70 years in prison after being found guilty of shooting his wife in a violent response to her filing for divorce. The DeKalb County Superior Court issued the verdict on Monday following a jury trial.

Crime

His Wife Filed For Divorce. He Shot Her in The Face. Now He’s Going to Jail For 70 Years

by B.T. ClarkJanuary 16, 2025January 16, 2025

What’s Happening: The DeKalb County Department of Watershed Management has issued a boil water advisory for areas bounded by Moreland Avenue, Candler Street, Clairemont Avenue, Mason Mill, and Hosea Williams Drive. Officials say the pressure drop occurred after a water main break and triggered the advisory under Georgia’s environmental safety rules.

Boil Water Advisory Issued in DeKalb County: Is Your Neighborhood Affected?

by B.T. ClarkJanuary 15, 2025January 15, 2025

The City of Dunwoody has partnered with Trees Atlanta for the third consecutive year to plant up to 80 shade trees in front yards throughout the community. The program, designed to enhance the city’s tree canopy, is open to property owners on a first-come, first-served basis.

How to Get a Front Yard Tree in Dunwoody

by News DeskJanuary 14, 2025

Traffic is at a standstill this morning in DeKalb County. A crash has completely blocked all lanes on Interstate 20 East at Panola Road, near mile marker 71.4.

Traffic & Transportation

Traffic Alert: All Lanes Blocked on I-20 East in DeKalb County Due to Crash

by B.T. ClarkJanuary 14, 2025January 14, 2025

As we thaw out from the weekend's snowfall, now is a good time to look back 15 years at another snow event.

The Georgia Chronicles

The Georgia Chronicles: A Look Back at The Snow Storms of 2010

by B.T. ClarkJanuary 12, 2025January 12, 2025

Atlanta residents experienced a historic snowfall yesterday, recording the first measurable snow in 1,079 days and surpassing the city’s annual average in just one day.

How Much Snow Did Atlanta Get This Week?

by B.T. ClarkJanuary 11, 2025January 11, 2025

DeKalb County crews are working around the clock to combat icy conditions caused by today’s winter weather. Crews started preparing roads at midnight and are set to work 16-hour shifts through Saturday morning when conditions are expected to improve.

Traffic & Transportation

Icy Conditions: DeKalb County Crews Work 24/7

by B.T. ClarkJanuary 10, 2025

Photos: Here are some snow photos from today. More will be posted as they come in.

Around Georgia: Snow Photos and Updates

by B.T. ClarkJanuary 10, 2025January 11, 2025

The following is an open letter released today by Brookhaven Mayor John Park, clarifying his views on the city's public hearings to opt out of the state's new property tax cap. Park says he does not support the measure, but that the hearings are necessary since there is only one chance to opt out. Below is his letter in full.

Open Letter From Brookhaven Mayor About Property Tax Cap Opt-Out

by John ParkJanuary 8, 2025January 8, 2025

Mourners flocked to the Carter Center in Atlanta to pay tribute to former President Jimmy Carter during a period of public repose.

Thousands Paid Tribute to Jimmy Carter at the Carter Center

by Sarah Kallis | GPB and Kristi York Wooten | GPBJanuary 7, 2025

Atlanta and Cobb County drivers should brace for temporary road closures today as President Jimmy Carter’s remains are transported to Washington, D.C., for final honors at the U.S. Capitol and a national service later this week.

Jimmy Carter’s Motorcade Will Make its Way Through Cobb County Today

by B.T. ClarkJanuary 7, 2025January 7, 2025