DECATUR, GA— The DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office Fugitive Unit, with assistance from the U.S. Marshals Service and the Clayton County Police Department, on Tuesday(July 7) arrested a suspect in connection with a double homicide that occurred in DeKalb on July 2. Keyshun Webb, 21, was located in the 1700…

DEKALB COUNTY, GA– Each year during property tax season, seniors and unsuspecting homeowners risk losing money to businesses offering tax-saving programs for homestead exemptions and assessment appeals.  “We typically receive calls from concerned homeowners about businesses offering to help them save money on property taxes by filing a homestead…

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…