Election season is almost upon us. All cities in DeKalb County, and the school districts, will have elections in November.

Two former Decaturish contributors Ralph Ellis and Sara Amis are embracing new creative chapters with their latest literary ...

The study looked at four categories: the number of Black-owned businesses per capita, the number of people employed by Black-owned businesses, the percent of Black residents with a bachelor’s degree ...

DeKalb County, GA — Dozens of DeKalb County schools have been identified as low-performing and parents there are eligible for private school vouchers through a state program called the Georgia Promise ...

STONE MOUNTAIN, Ga. — Stone Mountain Mayor Beverly Jones faces new accusations about her handling of city finances, accusations that she calls a “witch hunt.” At the Stone Mountain City Council ...

ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — On Thursday, the principal at Columbia High School sent a letter to parents saying the school is taking over the finances of the high school band program. “Due to ...

Decatur, GA — The city of Decatur received the 2023 All-America City Award from the National Civic League. The city was one of 10 communities recognized for their work to engage all residents and ...

People expect law enforcement to track down suspects accused of crimes, but how Georgia troopers do it is under scrutiny. By Andy Pierrotti, Atlanta News First ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A ...

This story has been updated. Atlanta, GA – Atlanta City Councilmember Liliana Bakhtiari lashed out at local high school students during a question-and-answer session on Oct. 24, according to an email ...

This story has been updated. DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. — DeKalb County CEO Lorraine Cochran-Johnson’s office on Feb. 20 announced a major shake-up in the police department, confirming Police Chief Mirtha ...

Avondale Estates, GA — Construction on the Town Green commercial development in Avondale Estates is slated to begin in the fourth quarter of the year. The development will be completed in about a year ...

Atlanta, GA — Krewes rolled, bands marched and beads flew as a big crowd — undeterred by a soggy forecast — came prepared with umbrellas and rain gear to watch the Lanta Gras Parade in Kirkwood on ...