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DeKalb County launches summer youth employment program for 350 interns

DeKalb County has announced the launch of its 2025 Summer Youth Employment Program (DSYEP), a collaborative initiative led by CEO Lorraine Cochran-Johnson in partnership with the DeKalb County Board of Commissioners and WorkSource DeKalb.

By DeKalb GA News | Apr 12, 2025

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DeKalb County hosts event to boost community pride and promote clean environments

By DeKalb GA News | Apr 12, 2025

DeKalb County recently held its “Spring Forward” Beautification and Code Compliance Town Hall.

Sewer improvement project set to begin on April 21 in DeKalb County

By DeKalb GA News | Apr 12, 2025

Efforts to improve the watershed system in DeKalb County are set to continue with the launch of the 2nd and 3rd Avenue Sewer Improvement Project in Decatur.

Rep. Hank Johnson criticizes GOP over anti-Biden fiscal policies and healthcare cuts

By DeKalb GA News | Apr 11, 2025

Rep. Hank Johnson, a congressman from Georgia’s 4th district, criticized the GOP for opposing financial legislation beneficial to Americans and for proposing healthcare cuts.

DeKalb County secures $4 million in federal funds for transportation improvements

By DeKalb GA News | Apr 10, 2025

DeKalb County has been awarded $4 million in federal funding for transportation projects, as announced by CEO Lorraine Cochran-Johnson.

DeKalb Commissioner Chakira Johnson hosts community breakfast to discuss 2025 goals

By DeKalb GA News | Apr 10, 2025

DeKalb County District 4 Commissioner Chakira Johnson is set to hold her inaugural "Community Connection" breakfast meeting for 2025.

DeKalb County Board of Ethics to hold meeting on April 17, 2025

By DeKalb GA News | Apr 10, 2025

The DeKalb County Board of Ethics is scheduled to hold its regular public meeting on April 17, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. The venue for the meeting will be Room A1201 - A & B at 178 Sams Street, Decatur, Georgia, 30030.

Rep. Hank Johnson discusses judicial checks, transit investment, and student loan relief on social media

By DeKalb GA News | Apr 9, 2025

Rep. Hank Johnson, representing Georgia's 4th district, recently shared his views on judicial checks, transit investments, and student loan relief through a series of tweets posted on April 8 and April 9, 2025.

Hank Johnson voices concerns on Trump and Musk's policy impacts

By DeKalb GA News | Apr 8, 2025

Rep. Hank Johnson, representing Georgia's 4th District, addresses concerns regarding Trump and Musk's policy decisions in tweets dated April 7 and 8, 2025.

Dekalb County is home to 1,296 registered sex offenders as of week ending March 8

The Georgia Sex Offender Registry shows 1,296 registered sex offenders were living in Dekalb County as of the week ending March 8.

DeKalb County to host second annual “State of DeKalb Animals” address

Commissioner Michelle Long Spears of DeKalb County District 2 announced the date and location for the second annual “State of DeKalb Animals” address.

DeKalb police officer injured in head-on crash; two others hospitalized

A DeKalb County police officer was injured in a collision on Saturday, April 5th, at approximately 7:22 a.m. The incident took place on East Ponce de Leon Avenue between Rays Road and Hambrick Road.

DeKalb-Peachtree Airport Advisory Board schedules April 14th meeting

The DeKalb-Peachtree Airport Advisory Board will hold its monthly meeting on Monday, April 14th, at 6 p.m. The location is 2000 Airport Rd., Room 227, Atlanta, Ga. 30341.

Hank Johnson highlights pride in representing Atlanta and local advocacy

By DeKalb GA News | Apr 5, 2025

In a series of tweets, Rep. Hank Johnson, serving Georgia's 4th district, expressed his pride in representing Atlanta and addressed local democratic engagements.

DeKalb County saw 10.7% increase in transfer dependency percentage since 1970 as of 2022

By DeKalb GA News | Apr 4, 2025

In 2022, government transfers made up 14.4% of income in DeKalb County, an alarming 10.7% surge from 3.7% in 1970, according to information from the Economic Innovation Group.

DeKalb County elections board to meet and consider voter challenges on April 10

The DeKalb County Board of Registration and Elections has scheduled its regular monthly meeting for Thursday, April 10, 2025.

DeKalb County to host 36th Senior Olympic Games in May

The DeKalb County Senior Olympic Games, now in its 36th year, is set to take place from May 5 to May 16.

Congressman Johnson responds to proposed judicial impeachments for unfavorable rulings

During a recent House Judiciary Subcommittee hearing, Congressman Hank Johnson of Georgia expressed his opposition to Republican attempts aimed at challenging the independence of the U.S. judiciary.

DeKalb County CEO orders spending freeze amid federal funding uncertainty