The senior at Decatur High School will attend the 2018 Disability Policy Seminar, then speak with Georgia lawmakers in Washington D.C.
The county CEO announced a new phase in his effort to clear up expensive and incorrect water billing in the county.
The break happened early Friday morning on a 6-inch pipe on Rockbridge Road in Stone Mountain.
The changes will be part of an ongoing construction project to help deal with increased traffic in the Flat Shoals area.
The move was approved Tuesday with no debate or discussion and reportedly didn't go through the normal committee process.
The National School Walkout organized by a Decatur mom will happen one month after 17 people were killed at a high school in Florida.
The lane closures, near Decatur, are for a county water-main project.
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The measure is expected to generate $388 million over six years, with 85 percent going to transportation projects, county says.
Former DeKalb County Commissioner Stan Watson pleaded guilty to theft for taking advances on county travel money, but not taking the trips.
If you have questions about development or youth in Decatur, this is a great opportunity.
Judge to host Teen Victim Impact Program on Thursday, Oct. 12 in a DeKalb County courtroom.
CEO Michael Thurmond says the Nov. 7 vote of the SPLOST is a "transformative moment" for DeKalb County.
Stonecrest swore in its first two judges this week as the new city rounds out its legal system.
District 1 Decatur Commission candidate Melissa Manrow shares her plans for the city.
Businessman Tim Martin on Monday announced his candidacy for the District 1 seat on the Decatur Commission.
Businessman Tim Martin on Monday announced his candidacy for the District 1 seat on the Decatur Commission. That makes 3 candidates so far.
DeKalb CEO Michael Thurmond will address the water billing crisis on Thursday, June 29, at 6:30 p.m., at the Maloof Auditorium in Decatur.
Avondale Estates is an accredited Main Street America™ program for meeting performance standards set by the National Main Street Center.
CEO Michael Thurmond on Monday will submit the proposed 2017 mid-year budget adjustment to the Board of Commissioners.
DeKalb CEO Michael Thurmond held a news conference Wednesday at 10 a.m. to discuss the benefits of a 1-percent sales tax.
BREAKING: DeKalb CEO Michael Thurmond postpones Wednesday address on water billing crisis due to severe storms in area.
BREAKING: DeKalb CEO Michael Thurmond will deliver an evening State of the County Address on Tuesday, April 4 at 7 p.m.
White House spokesman Sean Spicer: DeKalb sheriff “will not honor an ICE detainer" without "sufficient probable cause" warrant.
BREAKING: Newly formed city of Stonecrest elects mayor, two council members in historic vote.
Whether it's dog-walking, swimming or playgrounds, Decatur has a number of really cool and serene spots to visit.
BREAKING: Voters go to DeKalb County polling stations Tuesday for inaugural mayoral and city council elections.
BREAKING: DeKalb County Board of Ethics closes the case against former CEO Ellis Burrell.
Event will be held March 30 at the Thalia N. Carlos Hellenic Community Center.
Bolstered by Republican majority, House Bill 51, which would curtail college sex assault investigations, gets closer to becoming law.
In partnership with Doraville, facility would be major upgrades.
New fiscal year 2017 proposal also addresses blighted homes and jobs.
Event this week includes swearing-in ceremony.
As he cedes control of government, Ellis moves to get billing system back on track.
He makes buoyant return to government building Wednesday after reinstatement.
Proposal that joins walking, bike routes will be considered at City Commission's Dec. 19 meeting.
Hillary Clinton didn't win Georgia, but she easily took Decatur and Avondale Estates. Here is the precinct-by-precinct breakdown.
Also, meet a diplomatic paw shaker and adorable dancer. Both are waiting for you at LifeLine's DeKalb County shelter!
DeKalb mother of three questions fairness of state law on elections.