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DeKalb County.
county in Georgia, United States
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Active this week
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Brian Kemp announced Sanders as the new CEO of DeKalb County, succeeding Bill Stephens.Some support1 report
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DraftKings is funding political campaigns that affect local regulations in DeKalb County.Some support1 report
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Democrats have been elected to represent both DeKalb County and Clayton County.Some support1 report
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DOJ sent election monitors to DeKalb County, Georgia.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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DeKalb, Clayton, Forsyth, and Cobb counties are located near the metro Atlanta area.Some support1 report
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Voter turnout data for the recent election includes precincts from Smithville and Alexandria.Some support1 report
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Fire Station 27 is being built in Lithonia, emphasizing city-county cooperation between DeKalb and Rockdale Counties.Some support1 report
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ADECA awarded infrastructure grants in DeKalb County, funded by FHWA and supported by Kay Ivey.Some support1 report
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Brookhaven leases land to DeKalb County for the construction of a new fire station at Blackburn Park.Some support1 report
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State Senator Jones visited Geraldine in DeKalb County to provide grants, where FoodLand stores are located.Some support1 report
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Georgia Power serves the county area of DeKalb County, and Matthew Kent is serving as the company spokesperson.Some support2 reports
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Storm remnants of Isaias caused flash flood warnings and power outages in DeKalb County, Atlanta.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Decide DeKalb, a guide, aims to strengthen the local economy within DeKalb County.Some support1 report
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Stone Mountain City Council supported a tax increase proposal to be approved by the Georgia General Assembly.Some support1 report
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Storm drain system in DeKalb County carried diesel fuel into the South River.Some support1 report
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New state hospital planning and behavioral health oversight are underway in Georgia.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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DeKalb County has begun the process of commissioning a new jail project through a Request for Proposal (RFPQ).Some support1 report
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Smithville and DeKalb County jointly funded a project for downtown lighting.Some support1 report
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Severe weather caused flash flooding warnings in Forsyth and DeKalb County.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Local government body in DeKalb County handles civil matters.Some support1 report
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Political developments in DeKalb County include a race for Commission District 3 and current service appointments.Some support3 reports3 developments inside
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A race for the County Commission District 2 is taking place in DeKalb County.Some support1 report
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DHS documents raised concerns about non-citizen voting in Cobb and DeKalb counties, with commentary from Dan Freeman.Some support2 reports
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Andrea Smith is running for DeKalb County Commissioner and is affiliated with the Republican party.Some support1 report
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Federal policy shifts cost-sharing responsibilities related to urban agriculture sites located in DeKalb County, Georgia.Some support2 reports
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Demonstrations are taking place in DeKalb County, while representatives from China are expected to visit Fort Wayne.Some support1 report
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A bureau statement was issued originating from DeKalb County on September 9, 2026.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The Tennessee Correctional Institute advises on jail deficiencies in DeKalb County.Some support1 report
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Political gatherings are being held in DeKalb County, Alabama.Some support1 report
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A bridge project is affecting the county area in Brookhaven, DeKalb County.Some support1 report
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Trees Atlanta, DeKalb County, and a commissioner are involved in a new partnership focused on increasing the tree canopy and updating relevant ordinances.Some support1 report
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DeKalb County is now using Flock Safety cameras for surveillance purposes.Some support1 report
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Candace Sneed works with DeKalb Pro Bono in DeKalb County.Some support1 report
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Stonecrest is situated within DeKalb County, which is part of the greater Metro Atlanta area.Some support1 report
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The entities involved include the administrative fact that South Fulton is part of Fulton County, the location of DeKalb County in Georgia, and a report from the CDC on the earliest West Nile season start.Some support1 report
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Turner's organization is operating cooling centers in Atlanta, and DeKalb County is partnering to operate cooling stations.Some support1 report
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Tenisha Warner filed lawsuits in DeKalb County and Los Angeles.Some support1 report
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Power outages are currently affecting Metro Atlanta residents, specifically in DeKalb County, prompting assistance from the American Red Cross.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) is investigating an attack on the headquarters of the Control Data Corporation (CDC) in DeKalb County.Some support1 report
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DCEDA partnered with the Tennessee Valley Authority for a new grant program in DeKalb County.Some support1 report
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An officer deployed in the Marine Corps to Afghanistan.Some support1 report
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Local TV station reports on county judicial proceedings in DeKalb County.Some support2 reports
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Fitch lowered the outlook on county bonds for DeKalb County, involving S&P Global Ratings.Some support1 report
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Jimmy Womack has been appointed to the board of commissioners for DeKalb County.Some support1 report
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City leaders in Brookhaven are discussing the financial viability of the area, which is located within DeKalb County, Georgia.Some support4 reports1 development inside
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A lawsuit was filed in DeKalb County, Georgia, regarding financial obligations.Well supported8 reports
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Fernando Hernandez Rocha faced original conviction for child molestation and failure to register as a sex offender in DeKalb County.Some support1 report
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Pressure is mounting to establish clear immigration protocols in DeKalb County, involving immigration enforcement entities.Some support1 report
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An operation providing solid waste services is currently active within the state of Georgia.Some support1 report
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Alan Ferguson is named DeKalb County's chief housing officer, and Terry Manuel is noted as being on the housing authority waiting list.Some support1 report
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Kroger closed in DeKalb County, coinciding with the International Economic Development Council defining local economic programs.Some support1 report
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Wilson experienced a fire in DeKalb County on July 3, 2026. This county includes Chamblee, where Cox Media Group operates.Some support1 report
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During the extreme heatwave, the City of Atlanta and DeKalb County are coordinating emergency responses by utilizing Hope House as a designated cooling center.Some support3 reports
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Bentley Hudgins is running for state lawmaker in Georgia, covering eastern Atlanta and southern DeKalb County.Some support2 reports
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A shopping center redevelopment project in DeKalb County involves a vacant anchor tenant, job creation, and a $3M grant.Some support1 report
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Publix will anchor a new Candler Crossing development in South DeKalb County, aiming to reverse disinvestment.Some support1 report
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Impeachment proceedings against Eleanor Ross have begun, following her nomination by Barack Obama and her tenure as a state court judge.Well supported3 reports
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The school board is considering a joint resolution involving Atlanta Public Schools.Some support1 report
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What's reaching DeKalb County
Events traced to DeKalb County, step by step, newest firstAround DeKalb County this week
News at the entities that move DeKalb County most-
Atlanta OperationalFamily manages financial papers across Atlanta and Nassau.Moves DeKalb County
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Georgia StructuralHonda announced plans to build new manufacturing plants in Georgia, Alabama, and near Dayton.Moves DeKalb County
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Georgia Power StructuralPeter Hubbard serves on a commission investigating Georgia Power, which is issuing statements to the Telegraph.Moves DeKalb County
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Tucker StructuralTucker, Garland, Newton Falls, and Kuchta were involved in discussions regarding local services and township contacts in July 2026.Moves DeKalb County
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Flock Safety StructuralVoters in League City approved the removal of Flock Safety cameras on November 1.Moves DeKalb County
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Lee OperationalLee secured state funding for a local youth center in Stockton.Moves DeKalb County
Connections
The 40 strongest of 267, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Chamblee Structural
Chamblee is a municipality located within the boundaries of DeKalb County.
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Atlanta Operational
The two jurisdictions actively coordinate on shared services, including joint resolutions and operating cooling centers in the metro area.
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Jimmy Womack Structural
Jimmy Womack serves in the capacity of a commissioner for DeKalb County.
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Georgia Structural
DeKalb County is a governmental entity operating under the jurisdiction and laws of the State of Georgia.
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Sunny Anderson Structural
Sunny Anderson serves as the appointed individual responsible for guiding and executing economic development initiatives within the jurisdiction of DeKalb County.
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Alan Ferguson Structural
Alan Ferguson serves as the chief housing officer for DeKalb County.
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Georgia Power Structural
Georgia Power provides essential utility services to DeKalb County, establishing a functional dependency.
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District 3 Structural
District 3 functions as an administrative subdivision within DeKalb County, with its commissioner participating in local development projects.
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Tucker Structural
Tucker's fire services were transferred to DeKalb County, which now provides emergency response services.
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Brookhaven Structural
Brookhaven is located within DeKalb County and engages in formal operational and financial collaborations, including grants and land leases.
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Stonecrest Structural
Stonecrest is functionally located within the administrative boundaries of DeKalb County.
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S&P Global Ratings Transactional
S&P Global Ratings formally assessed DeKalb County by lowering the outlook on its county bonds.
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Flock Safety Structural
DeKalb County utilizes Flock Safety's system and cameras for surveillance purposes.
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Smithville Transactional
The two entities entered into a specific agreement to jointly fund a downtown lighting project.
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Blackburn Park Structural
DeKalb County is constructing a fire station within Blackburn Park.
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Andrea Smith Structural
Andrea Smith ran for the position of DeKalb County Commissioner.
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Hope House Transactional
The company's facilities are utilized by DeKalb County as a designated cooling center during periods of extreme heat.
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Eleanor Ross Structural
Eleanor Ross previously served as a state court judge within DeKalb County.
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Tennessee Valley Authority Operational
The partnership between TVA and DCEDA exists to execute a specific grant program.
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Ted Terry Structural
Ted Terry functions as a Commissioner involved in ordinance updates for DeKalb County.
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South River Shared context
DeKalb County's storm drain system introduced diesel fuel into the South River.
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Candace Sneed Structural
Candace Sneed serves in a functional capacity with DeKalb Pro Bono within the jurisdiction of DeKalb County.
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Lee Operational
Lee actively attempted to add an agenda item during a DeKalb County meeting.
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DHS Structural
DHS formally designated DeKalb County as a jurisdiction for multi-lingual ballots.
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City of Atlanta Operational
The entities actively coordinate emergency responses, such as during extreme heat events.
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Atlanta Structural
DeKalb County utilizes facilities provided by Atlanta for cooling centers.
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Indiana Structural
Entity A (Indiana) is the state that contains Entity B (DeKalb County).
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Decatur Shared context
Decatur is a city located within DeKalb County, and the county provides services utilizing city facilities.
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WSB-TV Shared context
The local TV station operates within the context of the county's governance and judicial proceedings.
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Publix Shared context
Publix is forecasted to establish a major presence as the anchor tenant in a new development within DeKalb County's jurisdiction.
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Ben Pepper Shared context
Ben Pepper contested and lost the County Commission District 2 race within the jurisdiction of DeKalb County.
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department Shared context
The Department of Justice exercises regulatory oversight on DeKalb County by deploying election monitors.
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Emory University Operational
Both DeKalb County and Emory University are involved in a shared bridge project.
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Alabama Shared context
Both entities are political subdivisions operating within a shared political context.
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Gwinnett County Mentioned together
Both counties were noted for facing and addressing similar ballot issues.
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Lindsey Crawford Shared context
Lindsey Crawford grew up in the south of DeKalb County.
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Trees Atlanta Operational
Trees Atlanta and DeKalb County are partnered to increase the local tree canopy.
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Jazzmin Cobble Shared context
Jazzmin Cobble is involved in city-county cooperation within DeKalb County.
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DraftKings Operational
DraftKings funds political campaigns to influence local regulations within DeKalb County.
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Democrats Shared context
Democrats operate within the political context of DeKalb County.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
4 events- Brian Kemp announced Sanders as the new CEO of DeKalb County, succeeding Bill Stephens.
- DraftKings is funding political campaigns that affect local regulations in DeKalb County.
- Democrats have been elected to represent both DeKalb County and Clayton County.
- DOJ sent election monitors to DeKalb County, Georgia.
October 2026
9 events- DeKalb, Clayton, Forsyth, and Cobb counties are located near the metro Atlanta area.
- Voter turnout data for the recent election includes precincts from Smithville and Alexandria.
- Fire Station 27 is being built in Lithonia, emphasizing city-county cooperation between DeKalb and Rockdale Counties.
- ADECA awarded infrastructure grants in DeKalb County, funded by FHWA and supported by Kay Ivey.
- Brookhaven leases land to DeKalb County for the construction of a new fire station at Blackburn Park.
- State Senator Jones visited Geraldine in DeKalb County to provide grants, where FoodLand stores are located.
- Storm remnants of Isaias caused flash flood warnings and power outages in DeKalb County, Atlanta.
- Decide DeKalb, a guide, aims to strengthen the local economy within DeKalb County.
- Stone Mountain City Council supported a tax increase proposal to be approved by the Georgia General Assembly.
September 2026
14 events- Storm drain system in DeKalb County carried diesel fuel into the South River.
- DeKalb County has begun the process of commissioning a new jail project through a Request for Proposal (RFPQ).
- Smithville and DeKalb County jointly funded a project for downtown lighting.
- Local government body in DeKalb County handles civil matters.
- A race for the County Commission District 2 is taking place in DeKalb County.
- DHS documents raised concerns about non-citizen voting in Cobb and DeKalb counties, with commentary from Dan Freeman.
- Andrea Smith is running for DeKalb County Commissioner and is affiliated with the Republican party.
- Federal policy shifts cost-sharing responsibilities related to urban agriculture sites located in DeKalb County, Georgia.
- Demonstrations are taking place in DeKalb County, while representatives from China are expected to visit Fort Wayne.
- A bureau statement was issued originating from DeKalb County on September 9, 2026.
- The Tennessee Correctional Institute advises on jail deficiencies in DeKalb County.
- Political gatherings are being held in DeKalb County, Alabama.
- A bridge project is affecting the county area in Brookhaven, DeKalb County.
- Trees Atlanta, DeKalb County, and a commissioner are involved in a new partnership focused on increasing the tree canopy and updating relevant ordinances.
Show 3 earlier months
August 2026
9 events- DeKalb County is now using Flock Safety cameras for surveillance purposes.
- Candace Sneed works with DeKalb Pro Bono in DeKalb County.
- Stonecrest is situated within DeKalb County, which is part of the greater Metro Atlanta area.
- The entities involved include the administrative fact that South Fulton is part of Fulton County, the location of DeKalb County in Georgia, and a report from the CDC on the earliest West Nile season start.
- Turner's organization is operating cooling centers in Atlanta, and DeKalb County is partnering to operate cooling stations.
- Tenisha Warner filed lawsuits in DeKalb County and Los Angeles.
- The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) is investigating an attack on the headquarters of the Control Data Corporation (CDC) in DeKalb County.
- DCEDA partnered with the Tennessee Valley Authority for a new grant program in DeKalb County.
- An officer deployed in the Marine Corps to Afghanistan.
July 2026
14 events- Georgia Power serves the county area of DeKalb County, and Matthew Kent is serving as the company spokesperson.
- New state hospital planning and behavioral health oversight are underway in Georgia.
- Severe weather caused flash flooding warnings in Forsyth and DeKalb County.
- Power outages are currently affecting Metro Atlanta residents, specifically in DeKalb County, prompting assistance from the American Red Cross.
- Local TV station reports on county judicial proceedings in DeKalb County.
- Fitch lowered the outlook on county bonds for DeKalb County, involving S&P Global Ratings.
- Jimmy Womack has been appointed to the board of commissioners for DeKalb County.
- A lawsuit was filed in DeKalb County, Georgia, regarding financial obligations.
- Fernando Hernandez Rocha faced original conviction for child molestation and failure to register as a sex offender in DeKalb County.
- Pressure is mounting to establish clear immigration protocols in DeKalb County, involving immigration enforcement entities.
- An operation providing solid waste services is currently active within the state of Georgia.
- Alan Ferguson is named DeKalb County's chief housing officer, and Terry Manuel is noted as being on the housing authority waiting list.
- Kroger closed in DeKalb County, coinciding with the International Economic Development Council defining local economic programs.
- Wilson experienced a fire in DeKalb County on July 3, 2026. This county includes Chamblee, where Cox Media Group operates.
June 2026
8 events- Political developments in DeKalb County include a race for Commission District 3 and current service appointments.
- City leaders in Brookhaven are discussing the financial viability of the area, which is located within DeKalb County, Georgia.
- During the extreme heatwave, the City of Atlanta and DeKalb County are coordinating emergency responses by utilizing Hope House as a designated cooling center.
- Bentley Hudgins is running for state lawmaker in Georgia, covering eastern Atlanta and southern DeKalb County.
- A shopping center redevelopment project in DeKalb County involves a vacant anchor tenant, job creation, and a $3M grant.
- Publix will anchor a new Candler Crossing development in South DeKalb County, aiming to reverse disinvestment.
- Impeachment proceedings against Eleanor Ross have begun, following her nomination by Barack Obama and her tenure as a state court judge.
- The school board is considering a joint resolution involving Atlanta Public Schools.