Author: On Common Ground News

DEKALB COUNTY, GA— DeKalb County Commissioner Robert issued a statement today, Feb. 3, regarding local student-led protests of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations around the country.  Thousands of students across Georgia, including DeKalb County, held walk-outs as part of a nation-wide protest on Friday, Jan. 30. On Common Ground News reported on one demonstration led by a group of about 150 students at DeKalb’s Arabia Mountain High School. Students chanted  “No more ICE”  as they rallied on the school’s football field around 11:30 a.m. School officials had initially warned the students would face disciplinary action if they walked out, but decided…

DECATUR, GA— DeKalb County District 1 Commissioner Robert Patrick is highlighting African American inventors whose work has driven major advances in technology, aerospace, engineering, safety and innovation throughout February when Black History Month is observed nationally.  The District 1 Black History Month: Inventor Spotlight series will be featured on Commissioner Patrick’s Facebook page for daily highlights throughout Black History Month. The feature will spotlight one inventor each day, sharing brief historical context and highlighting the lasting impact of inventions that continue to shape everyday life. The initiative is designed to showcase the often-overlooked contributions of Black inventors while recognizing the critical role their innovation…

DECATUR, GA – The Decatur Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred today, Feb. 2, at the Decatur Library, the main branch of the DeKalb County Public The Decatur Library is located in downtown at 215 Sycamore St. According to the police department, officers responded to the library at approximately 5:10 p.m. following reports of a shooting. Officers located an adult male inside the library suffering from a gunshot wound. The individual was transported to Grady Memorial Hospital. “Our thoughts and prayers are with the individual who was injured, his family, and all those affected, including our library employees…

DECATUR, GA—Fugitive Jayson Coleman and three other men being held without bond at the DeKalb County Jail on drug trafficking charges after trying to flee during a raid, authorities said on Feb. 2. The DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office Fugitive Unit, along with the U.S. Marshals, Fulton County’s SWAT and the Georgia State Patrol Crime Suppression Unit arrested the four men and seized a large quantity of drugs, firearms and cash at a home located at 1491 Austin Drive in Decatur. Coleman, who was wanted for aggravated assault and reckless conduct, was arrested on warrants and charged with drug trafficking. During…

ATLANTA – State Representatives Viola Davis (D-Stone Mountain), Kim Schofield (D-Atlanta) and Sandra G. Scott (D-Rex) will host Homeowners Association (HOA), Condominium Owners Association (COA) and Property Owners Association (POA) Day at the Capitol on Tuesday, Feb. 10, at 9 a.m., Room 125 at the Georgia State Capitol. This event was rescheduled due to winter weather.  “HOA, COA and POA Day at the Capitol is about ensuring homeowners are heard,” said Rep. Davis. “This rescheduled date allows us to come together safely and continue the important work of addressing transparency, accountability and fairness in association-governed communities.” “Our goal has always been meaningful participation,” said Rep. Scott. “Rescheduling this event…

DECATUR, GA— DeKalb County Department of Watershed Management crews have completed repairs to a 12” broken water main near the intersection of Covington Highway and Wellborn Road, officials said today, Feb. 2, around 5:15 p.m. Water pressure has been fully restored and there are currently no reported water outages.   Customers in the affected area may experience brown water and are encouraged to run the faucets inside and outside their homes/businesses to clear the internal plumbing. Traffic controls and a detour are still in place as the restoration work is completed.  Motorists are asked to please avoid the area if possible…

STONE MOUNTAIN, GA–Gwinnett County is mourning the loss of Police Officer Pradeep Tamang, who died in the line of duty on Sunday, Feb. 1, while responding to a credit card fraud call at the Holiday Inn Express, 1790 E. Park Place Blvd., Stone Mountain.  Officer Tamang, 25, and Master Police Officer David M. Reed arrived on scene and went to the room of Kevin Andrews, 35, who invited the officers inside. As the officers probed suspected credit card fraud and tried to arrest Andrews on an outstanding warrant, he pulled out a gun and began firing, striking both officers. One…