ROCKDALE COUNTY, GA–Democrat Tony Brown has been disqualified as a candidate for the Special Election for Georgia’s 13th Congressional House District, the seat formerly held by the late Rep. David Scott, On Common Ground Newshas learned.   Scott, who served 12 consecutive terms in the U.S. House of Representatives, died on April…

DEKALB COUNTY, GA—An employee in the DeKalb County District Attorney’s Office who was critically injured by celebratory gunfire on July 4 has been identified as Lakesha Davis, officials said today (July 6).  Two suspects have been arrested in connection with the shooting, as Davis remains hospitalized, according to authorities. …

The DeKalb County Recreation Parks and Cultural Affairs is partnering with the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning’s Nutrition Services Division, to host a special summer meal event to remind Georgia families that free nutritious meals are available to children and teens ages 18 and younger throughout the summer.…

ATLANTA, GA– AARP Georgia is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Georgia Andrus Award for Community Service, the organization’s most prestigious volunteer tribute. This annual award honors outstanding Georgians age 50 and older who share their experience, skills, and time to enrich the lives of others in their communities. “The…

DECATUR, GA  –The DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office (DKSO) Criminal Process Fugitive Unit, with assistance from DKSO Field Uniform personnel, today successfully conducted a warrant service operation resulting in the arrest of a suspect listed on the metro Curry had been evading apprehension since Oct. 11 when warrants allege that…

DECATUR, GA– As dangerously high temperatures continue across metro Atlanta, DeKalb County today announced a comprehensive countywide response to help residents safely navigate extreme heat while protecting employees, supporting individuals experiencing homelessness, and ensuring uninterrupted government services.  The County’s Extreme Heat Response includes:  ·      Expanded cooling resources for individuals…

DEKALB COUNTY, GA — A dead bat tested positive for rabies on July 2 near Millstone Trail in the Stone Mountain area.  Georgia is a rabies endemic state, and the virus is present all year long. It is not unusual for the county to report several rabies cases each year. …

GWINNETT COUNTY, GA – A Florida man who shot a Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Deputy after stealing a car and leading officers on a high-speed chase received a 110-year sentence. James Edward Perkins, 38, was found guilty of five counts of aggravated assault on a peace officer, theft by receiving…