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The Gist: DeKalb County Board of Commissioners in Georgia passed a Non-Discrimination Ordinance, providing increased protection for vulnerable residents in unincorporated areas. The ordinance is a strong show of support for the LGBTQIA+ community and aims to make the county an inclusive place for all.

Representing You

DeKalb County passes a Non-Discrimination Ordinance

by Thom ChandlerJuly 11, 2023July 11, 2023

Jamarcus Jones, a 19-year-old resident of Atlanta, has been arrested in connection to the shooting death of Joshua Reed on Russwood Avenue on the day after Christmas.

Crime

19-year-old Arrested in Day After Christmas Slaying of Stone Mountain Man

by Thom ChandlerJune 27, 2023October 10, 2023

With Independence Day fast approaching, residents of DeKalb County should take note of changes to the regularly scheduled trash, recyclable materials and yard trimmings collections.

Here is the Trash Collection Schedule for DeKalb County for the Week of July 4

by Thom ChandlerJune 27, 2023October 10, 2023

The Gist: Thousands of boxes of locally grown fruits and vegetables, along with eggs and chicken hindquarters, will be distributed to families in DeKalb County.

DeKalb will give away 5,000 boxes of food to combat rising grocery prices

by Thom ChandlerJune 21, 2023

Major Water Main Break Causes Disruptions in DeKalb County

by Thom ChandlerJune 16, 2023June 16, 2023

inscription on the courthouse

Crime

Acworth man sentenced in deadly hit-and-run on I-85 in DeKalb County

by Thom ChandlerJune 13, 2023June 13, 2023

Dunwoody residents can celebrate Juneteenth in a unique way this June with the special presentation of a StoryWalk by Dunwoody Parks and Recreation.

Dunwoody Celebrates Juneteenth with a StoryWalk

by Thom ChandlerJune 9, 2023December 20, 2023

This Is It! Southern Kitchen & Bar-B-Q has been a beloved part of Atlanta's food scene for four decades, serving up mouth-watering BBQ to countless residents and visitors.

Food

From Humble Beginnings to Beloved Atlanta Institution: The Story of This Is It! Southern Kitchen & Bar-B-Q

by Thom ChandlerJune 8, 2023

Youth Violence in DeKalb County: According to the Georgia Department of Public Health Violence and Injury Prevention Section, in 2018, there were 125 emergency department visits and 8 hospitalizations in DeKalb County for assault injuries among youth aged 10 to 19 years. In the same year, there were 18 homicides among youth aged 10 to 24 years in DeKalb County, according to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation Uniform Crime Reporting Program. These statistics were reported by Voices for Georgia's Children, a nonprofit child policy and advocacy organization.

DeKalb County Takes a Stand Against Youth Violence: Here’s What You Need to Know

by Thom ChandlerJune 8, 2023October 10, 2023

Police crime scene

Crime

21-year-old Atlanta resident faces multiple animal cruelty charges

by Thom ChandlerJune 7, 2023June 7, 2023

Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens has released a statement on the approval of funding for the controversial “Cop City” project in Atlanta. The budget resolution for the Atlanta Public Safety Training Center was passed today after months of passionate debate from both supporters and opponents of the project.

Here’s what Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens had to say about the ‘Cop City’ vote

by Thom ChandlerJune 6, 2023

Belkis Teran, mother of Manuel Esteban Paez Teran, describes the slain activist’s love for the environment at a February press conference. (Photo credit: Rebecca Grapevine) ATLANTA – The Atlanta City Council has approved building a controversial public safety training center after hearing more than 14 hours of emotional testimony from opponents of “Cop City” laced

Residents outraged as Atlanta approves ‘Cop City’ training center

by Thom ChandlerJune 6, 2023

In a contentious and marathon city council meeting that lasted over 14 hours, a $67 million proposal to fund a new public safety training center, known as "Cop City," was passed by an 11-4 vote. Among the dissenters was Council Member Keisha Sean Waites, reflecting a deep-seated opposition among a significant portion of the Atlanta population.

Crime

Atlanta City council member shares why she voted against ‘Cop City’

by Thom ChandlerJune 6, 2023June 6, 2023

Empowering DeKalb’s Daughters: Free Leadership Program Opens Doors for Teen Girls

by Thom ChandlerJune 2, 2023October 10, 2023

ATLANTA – The board of Atlanta’s regional transit agency gave the go-ahead Thursday to a contract with an engineering consultant to design the addition of mass transit to the Top End of Interstate 285. CDM Smith of Sandy Springs will incorporate high-capacity bus-rapid transit (BRT) service into a project that will add two barrier-separated toll

Traffic & Transportation

Metro Atlanta’s top end is getting more rapid transit stations

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceJune 1, 2023June 1, 2023

The Gist: A 20-year-old inmate, Enil Guillen of Doraville, was discovered lifeless in his cell at the DeKalb County Jail earlier this week. Despite efforts by emergency medical personnel, he could not be revived, with initial signs suggesting a possible suicide.

Inmate dies in DeKalb County Jail

by Thom ChandlerMay 30, 2023May 30, 2023

The Gist: In a move to continue their fight against urban decay, DeKalb County has set the dates for the demolition of two residential properties that have been deemed as blight.

DeKalb County’s Fight Against Blight Continues: Find Out Which Houses Will Be Destroyed Next

by Thom ChandlerMay 24, 2023October 10, 2023

The Gist: Come this November, Dunwoody residents will make a choice. Will they back a $60 million bond issue?

Your Government

Will Dunwoody Residents Ditch or Dig Deep for a $60 Million parks bond?

by Thom ChandlerMay 23, 2023May 23, 2023

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