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According to the Registry, 1,288 of Georgia’s sex offenders live in Dekalb County as of the week ending Jan. 18, according to the Georgia Sex Offender Registry.

Trump revokes security clearances over Hunter Biden laptop controversy

President Trump has revoked the security clearances of 51 former intelligence officials and former National Security Advisor John Bolton.

DeKalb County schools close due to inclement weather

Due to severe weather conditions, the DeKalb County School District has announced that Tuesday, January 21, 2025, will be an asynchronous independent learning day for students.

DeKalb County school board elects new leadership team

During the regular board meeting on January 13, the DeKalb County Board of Education elected new leadership for 2025. Mrs. Deirdre P. Pierce from District 3 was unanimously chosen as the new Board Chair, while Ms.

DeKalb schools shift to remote learning due to severe weather forecast

In response to anticipated severe winter weather, the DeKalb County School District (DCSD) has announced an asynchronous independent learning day for Tuesday, January 21, 2025.

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Which former DeKalb GA News area high school standouts will be in action on Friday, Jan. 24?

These former DeKalb GA News area high school standouts will be in action on Friday, Jan. 24.

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EDA awards over $2 million in grants for economic development projects in DeKalb County in 2023

In 2023, the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) awarded a total of $2,388,282 in grants for economic development projects in DeKalb County, Georgia.

California businesses adopt creative anti-theft measures amid rising smash-and-grab incidents

A shoe store owner in Fresno, California, has found a unique way to deter smash-and-grab robberies.

Hostage deal sparks debate over security implications for Israel and America

Israeli hostages Romi Gonen, Emily Damari, and Doron Steinbrecher have returned to Israel after over 470 days in captivity in Gaza.

Mark Penn criticizes Joe Biden over last-minute pardons

On January 20, 2025, former Clinton pollster Mark Penn criticized President Joe Biden's decision to issue preemptive pardons to certain individuals as he left office.

Trump holds Q&A while signing executive orders; contrasts with previous administration

President Trump engaged in an unexpected question-and-answer session with reporters in the Oval Office on Monday night while signing executive orders and issuing pardons related to the January 6 riot.

Melania Trump draws attention at inaugural events in Washington

President Donald J. Trump and First Lady Melania Trump commenced their day with a morning service at St John's Episcopal Church in Washington, D.C. Melania was seen wearing a navy dress paired with a matching hat featuring white trim.

Scott Jennings highlights contrast between Trump and Biden during inauguration

CNN commentator Scott Jennings made waves during the inauguration of President Donald Trump by expressing a stark contrast between Trump's approach and that of former President Joe Biden.

Which former DeKalb GA News area high school standouts will be in action on Thursday, Jan. 23?

These former DeKalb GA News area high school standouts will be in action on Thursday, Jan. 23.

Number of sex offenders living in Dekalb County grows in December 2024

Dekalb County registered more sex offenders in December 2024 compared to the previous month, according to the Georgia Sex Offender Registry.

1,287 registered sex offenders live in Dekalb County as of December 2024

The Georgia Sex Offender Registry shows 1,287 registered sex offenders are living in Dekalb County as of December 2024.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in DeKalb County in week ending Jan. 11?

The only price of diesel in cities throughout DeKalb County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 11, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

K9 Rocky returns home after surviving gunshot wounds during manhunt

A U.S. Marshals Tactical K-9 named Rocky has been released from the hospital after being critically injured during a manhunt.

German ambassador raises concerns over US democracy under Trump's second term

German Ambassador to the United States, Andreas Michaelis, has come under scrutiny following the leak of a diplomatic cable in which he expresses concerns about the implications of Donald J. Trump's second presidential term.

Democratic Party faces lowest approval rating since early '90s