Police: Burglar Shot by Homeowner Has Died

A suspected burglar broke in when he thought no one was home, according to police. The suspect died recently from his injuries.

Former School Custodian Charged with Molestation: Police

Rodney Winston faces charges for molesting two girls, ages 11 and 13.

Police: Homeowner Surprises, Shoots Burglar

A suspected burglar rang the doorbell of a Brookhaven townhouse and broke in when he thought no one was home, according to police.

Space Heater Sparks DeKalb Blaze

A family of 10 lost everything in the Wednesday morning fire, but no injuries were reported.

'Roofers' Allegedly Scammed Elderly Customers

When a victim refused to continue paying the brothers now in the DeKalb Co. Jail, they allegedly threatened to tear out the repairs made.

Arrest Made in Case of Woman Killed at MARTA Bus Stop

The 19-year-old victim from Lithonia worked at a child-care center and planned to join the Navy. The suspect is also from Lithonia.

Woman Shot, Killed at MARTA Bus Stop

The 19-year-old victim from Lithonia worked at a child-care center and planned to join the Navy.

DeKalb Judge's Son Indicted in Road-Rage Assault

Byron Scott was charged with aggravated assault, but his attorney says he is being targeted because his father is a judge.

GBI to Investigate Death of DeKalb Jail Recruit

The DeKalb County Sheriff says he is asking the state to look into George Ward's death in the spirit of transparency.

Man Found Shot to Death in Garage: News Nearby

DeKalb County Police are searching for clues to what prompted the shooting.

Burglars Drive Car Through Sports Store: Police

DeKalb County Police say thieves drove a stolen car into a business, breaking down doors to gain entry.

Federal Audit Puts DeKalb County Police Funding Into Question

A recent audit revealed that over-reported crime data between 2008 and 2013 resulted in increased federal funding.

DeKalb Iraq Vet Jumps Out 3-Story Window to Evade Gunman

The victim didn’t have much time to question his leap, telling sources the armed robber was at point blank range.

Suspected Robber Dies in Gun Battle with Homeowner

Police say that if the investigation shows a robbery was under way, the Stone Mountain homeowner will not face charges in the shooting.

Death Penalty Sought for Suspected Kidnappers, Killers of DeKalb Couple

Two men from Stone Mountain are accused of holding a Decatur couple for ransom and then killing them in Fulton County.

Motorcycle Rider Dies in DeKalb Crash

Police say the driver of an SUV turned in front of the motorcycle.

Resource Fair Planned for Domestic Violence Survivors

The Decatur event is open to the public; reserve a seat by Oct. 20 and bring old cell phones to donate.

Police ID Burned Body Found at Deshong Park

Lauren Taylor, 26, of Dalton was found by a couple walking their dog around 6:30 a.m. Wednesday.

Stone Mountain Man Among Those Arrested for Credit Card Fraud in Idaho

In all, 12 from metro Atlanta were arrested in a scheme, which police say may be connected to recent security breaches.

Woman's Burned Body Found at Deshong Park

A couple walking their dog found the body Wednesday morning.

Nearby News: 'My Chest Became Very Tight' Says Cop Stung By Yellow Jackets

A DeKalb County police officer and his K-9 partner could have died from the stings of dozens, if not hundreds, of yellow jackets.

DeKalb Fire Rescue: Change Your Batteries When You Fall Back

Learn more about fire safety with a visit to the Home Depot in Decatur Tuesday afternoon, where DeKalb firefighters will be on hand.

Jewish Fraternity House at Emory University Defaced With Swastikas

Alpha Epsilon Pi's house was vandalized early Sunday morning with graffiti, an act that sparked universal outrage.

Officer Shot by Prisoner With Cop's Gun in Stable Condition

A handcuffed prisoner grabbed a DeKalb County officer's gun and fired. The officer's partner then shot and killed the inmate.

Officials in Hazmat Suits Seize 70 Ailing Cats

Dunwoody Police and DeKalb Animal Cruelty officers removed cats from a home whose owners have twice been charged with hoarding pets.

Waffle House Robbery Led to Shootout, Two Arrested

The suspects who allegedly robbed the restaurant crashed their getaway car into a pole then shot at DeKalb County Police. No one was injured

Decatur Woman Arrested for Fraud, Forgery

Dunwoody Police say Terry Sawyer wrote checks to herself from a 92-year-old victim’s account while acting as his caregiver.

LEGOs, Train Rides and Education All Part of DeKalb Fire Safety Festival

The family event will be held Oct. 4 at Blackburn Park in Brookhaven.

Serial Armed Robber Given Lengthy Prison Term

Artavius Brown will spend more than 30 years in prison for committing 24 armed robberies in DeKalb and surrounding counties.

MISSING: Boston Terrier Stolen from DeKalb County Home

The owner’s two-year-old daughter keeps asking where “Boomer” is.

Police in Hot Pursuit Ambushed by Hundreds of Yellow Jackets

A DeKalb County officer proves it’s not just the criminals you have to look out for, it’s the yellow jackets.

U.S. Attorney: 19 Indicted for Stealing $350K

The defendants from Atlanta and Decatur reportedly stole money by cashing treasury checks and via credit card fraud.

Man Convicted of Molesting Stone Mountain Babysitter, 14

Sentencing is scheduled Friday in Gwinnett County.

Woman Shot As Two Men Struggle Over Gun: Police

The victim was reportedly taken to Grady Memorial Hospital in critical condition.

DeKalb Man Indicted for Public Corruption Tied to Contracts

Patrick Jackson allegedly accepted bribes from the company that held contracts with DeKalb County and the Georgia World Congress Center.

Gunman Who Entered DeKalb School Sentenced to Prison

Michael Brandon Hill entered a Decatur area school last year and exchanged gunfire with police, but no one was injured.

Man, Woman Found Dead at Knights Inn

Police say the victims have been dead for some time. The identities of the victims has not been released.

Police Working to Identify Stone Mountain Shooting Victim

The woman's body was found in a parking lot of an apartment complex.

I-85 Crackdown on Speeding, Distracted Drivers Starts Tuesday

The state of Georgia is joining a multi-state effort focused at unsafe commercial vehicle drivers.

Vigil Held for Slain Toddler, Uncle Charged in Death

The toddler was shot Monday morning and died from the injuries. Relatives face murder, drug and evidence tampering charges in the incident.