Ethics Board Pursues Complaint Against Boyer

The DeKalb County board voted to continue even though Elaine Boyer is no longer in office.

DeKalb Ethics Board Proposes Hiring Contracted Workers

The board has $90,000 in its budget to hire staffers, but members don’t want full-time employees.

Judge Rules Against Burrell Ellis Defense on Eve of Trial

Suspended DeKalb County CEO Burrell Ellis will go to trial Tuesday on charges he pressured contractors for campaign donations.

Fulton County To Offer Saturday, Sunday Early Voting

Early voting starts on Monday, Oct. 13 in Fulton County.

Additional Atlanta Infrastructure Bond Public Information Sessions Announced

City planners estimate the city has an approximately $1 backlog in infrastructure improvement projects.

Hot Car Deaths: Should Government Mandate Technology?

After a deadly summer of children left in hot cars, a mother is calling on a government fix. What do you think?

Boyer Pleads Guilty to Federal Fraud Charges

Elaine Boyer, who resigned as a DeKalb County commissioner last week, reportedly stole $78,000. She faces up to 40 years in prison.

Deal Apologizes for Assuming Student Was Ilegal Alien

During an exchange on immigration between a University of Georgia student and Gov. Nathan Deal he presumed the student was undocumented.

DeKalb County Announces Special Election to Replace Boyer

The county seeks to replace ex-commissioner Elaine Boyer after her resignation following fraud charges.

Boyer Faces Federal Fraud Charges, Plans to Plead Guilty

Elaine Boyer who resigned as a DeKalb County commissioner Monday, is accused of stealing $78,000 with the help of an evangelist.

Embattled DeKalb Commissioner Resigns, Says Abused Power

DeKalb County Commissioner Elaine Boyer said she intended to reimburse the county for all personal purchases she made using a county credit.

Where Does GA Rank for Women's Equality?

WalletHub looked at life expectancy, wages, the number of male vs. female executives and other factors to rank states for women's equality.

DeKalb Government Operations Task Force Meets Aug. 13

A task force reviewing the effectiveness of DeKalb County government, tax distribution and cityhood proposals will meet Aug. 13.

DeKalb CEO to Review Past Year, Goals for Future

DeKalb County residents can attend any of six meetings this month -- the first is Thursday -- to review successes from the past year.

Final Fulton Property Tax Hike Hearing On Wednesday

Fulton County commissioners is considering an 17.45 percent increase to its millage rate.

Fulton County To Hold Hearings On Housing Plan

The five-year Consolidated Planning Document provides "decent housing" and a suitable environment for low to moderate-income residents.

Should Your State Legalize Pot?

With the economic benefits of legalized marijuana working for Colorado, is your state the next in line?

DeKalb Commissioner Criticized for Allegedly Using County Credit Card for Personal Expenses

A watchdog group says DeKalb County Commissioner Elaine Boyer is using her county credit card as a personal line of credit.

Learn About Free Tax Help at Clarkston Community Center

A program Saturday at the Clarkston Community Center will share information about free tax assistance available to residents.

DeKalb County Denied Federal Aid for Snowstorm

The county did not meet the threshold set by the federal government for damage caused by the February storm.

Fulton County Crime and Safety Summit Next Week

Experts will offer valuable information on the ways the public, law enforcement, courts and lawmakers can tackle neighborhood crime.

2014 DeKalb State of the County Address

DeKalb County's Interim Chief Executive Officer Lee May delivers the 2014 State of the County Address last month.

Atlanta Tech Leaders Head to Silicon Valley This Week

Series of meetings scheduled to promote Atlanta as a thriving hub for technology and entrepreneurship.

Reed to Lead Group of ATL’s Tech Leaders to Silicon Valley

During his annual State of the City breakfast this week, the Atlanta mayor voiced his commitment to elevating Atlanta’s reputation as the technology hub of the Southeast.

City of Atlanta Begins Cleanup After Storm Response

Motorists asked to refrain from on-street parking after 8 p.m.

City Announces Tech Licensing Pilot for Businesses

City of Atlanta businesses that register to participate in the pilot will have access to try out the City’s new business license application process.

Georgia Lawmakers: Transit Agencies Need Centralized Website

Alpharetta Sen. Brandon Beach wants metro Atlanta's four main transit agencies to develop a website that allows riders to plan and pay for a trip that involves riding one or more of the participating transit systems.

South Atlanta Post Office Open on Presidents' Day

In an effort make up for missed operational days last week due to the winter storm, the USPS is opening up 27 offices across the metro Atlanta area on Monday.

Back to Business in Atlanta, Fulton Co. on Friday

The Municipal Court of Atlanta, however, will be closed on Friday.

Atlanta's First Bike Share Program Moving Forward

The program, which is scheduled to launch by spring 2015, is expected to feature 500 bikes at various locations around the city.

Fulton Commissioner Tom Lowe Won't Seek Re-Election

The 85-year-old Lowe, who is in his 10th term as commissioner, made the announcement Wednesday morning.

Atlanta City Councilwoman Pleads Guilty to DUI Charge

Cleta Wilson was arrested last year after allegedly committing several moving traffic violations in southwest Atlanta.

After 23 Years, Was Fulton County Due a Tax Hike?

Staring at a $99 million gap in their proposed $569 million general fund budget, county commissioners have raised property taxes by 15 percent to help make up the difference.

What are Metro ATL's Most Critical Transportation Projects?

How is the Regional Transportation Plan, a $59 billion plan for transportation spending in an 18-county metro Atlanta region through the year 2040, stacking up?

Deal Implements Reforms for Winter Storm Warnings

Georgia governor announces members of the Severe Winter Weather Warning and Preparedness Task Force on Monday.

ATL Mayor: Cities Can Solve Nation's Transportation Problem

Less than a week before the Winter Storm Leon debacle, Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed writes a blog saying, "I believe the future of solving much of our nation's transportation problems lies within the vision and leadership we find in our cities."

Towing Fees Waived for Stranded DeKalb Drivers

Drivers have until midnight Friday to claim towed cars from towing lots.

Should Georgia Governor Expand State’s Medicaid Program?

State Sen. Vincent Fort was among 10 activists arrested Monday in Gov. Nathan Deal's office after calling on the state to expand its Medicaid program.

U.S. Postage Rates Rise ... Again

The U.S. Postal Service's increase for the cost of a first-class stamp is the largest hike for consumer postage in more than a decade.

Hearing Aftermath: Wide Range of Views on Cityhood

A look back at 2 1/2 hours of comments Wednesday night before DeKalb legislative delegation.