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Decaturish.com is a news website based in Decatur,GA. We cover Decatur, Avondale Estates, Atlanta, Stone Mountain, Tucker, Clarkston and DeKalb County.
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Dangerous pursuits: DeKalb police chases up by nearly 500%
A DeKalb County police chase in April killed Antionette Catchings, 56, and seriously injured her 14-year-old grandson. The county’s 2025 policy change led to a sharp rise in pursuits. Driver Joseph Od...
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Roaring Social in Alpharetta and Decatur has partnered with Solomon Brothers Jewelers to create a $10,000 martini experience that pairs a crafted martini topped with a spoonful of beluga caviar and a 5-carat diamond necklace.
Roaring Social selling $10K martini with diamond necklace
Roaring Social in Alpharetta and Decatur has partnered with Solomon Brothers Jewelers to create a $10,000 martini experience that pairs a crafted martini topped with a spoonful of beluga caviar
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Kirkwood bar gives women’s sports a home in Atlanta
As women’s sports continue to draw larger audiences nationwide, a new sports bar in Atlanta’s Kirkwood neighborhood is putting those games front and center. Founded by Chelsea Fishman, Jolene Jolene a...
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A YouTuber impersonating a health inspector is raising alarms among public health officials in DeKalb County.
Public warned about YouTuber impersonating health inspector
The YouTuber Boku Blackk sometimes uploads videos of “inspections” at local businesses. The board of public health cited a video uploaded in March as evidence of the YouTuber’s activities.
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The prosecutor has asked the judge to recuse herself from ALL criminal cases she's presiding over, a move that could upend more than 400 cases.
Filing: Judge accused of misconduct threatened to jail DA
DeKalb County District Attorney Sherry Boston claims a judge accused of misconduct threatened to jail her for a contempt charge in 2023. Boston has asked for the recusal of Superior Court Judge Yoland...
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Historic post office becomes home for jazz in Decatur
Cornerstone Jazz Collective purchased the historic former Decatur Post Office at 141 E. Trinity St. with plans to transform it into a multiuse jazz center. The center, opening in stages later this yea...
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A new retro arcade is expected to open on Tucker’s Main Street in the coming weeks, bringing classic video games, ice cream and a new gathering place for residents of all ages.
New arcade could become Tucker’s new gathering spot
TUCKER, Ga. – A new retro arcade is expected to open on Tucker’s Main Street in the coming weeks, bringing classic video games, ice cream and a new gathering place
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Making property owners pay property taxes 10 times higher than the regular rate is a way to hold them accountable while also cleaning up the county, officials said.
DeKalb looks to slap new ‘blight tax’ on up to 60 properties
DeKalb County is rolling out a new “blight tax” that will slap higher taxes on properties deemed severely neglected.
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The Chamblee City Council voted unanimously at its July 21 meeting to adopt a 180-day moratorium on any data center development or acceptance of any applications.
Chamblee council approves data center development moratorium
The Chamblee City Council voted unanimously in its July 21 meeting to adopt a temporary 180-day moratorium on any data center development or acceptance of any applications.
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Beyond Juicery + Eatery will open its newest restaurant July 25 at 4060 Peachtree Road NE, Suite E, bringing its smoothies, wraps and bowls to Brookhaven.
Beyond Juicery + Eatery opens in Brookhaven July 25
Beyond Juicery + Eatery will open its newest restaurant July 25 at 4060 Peachtree Road NE, Suite E, bringing its smoothies, wraps and bowls to Brookhaven.
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A DeKalb County Superior Court judge is accused of jailing an attorney for being late, threatening to jail prosecutors and refusing to take the bench to return indictments in open court.
DeKalb Judge Yolanda C. Parker-Smith accused of misconduct
DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. — A DeKalb County Superior Court judge is accused of jailing an attorney for being late, threatening to jail prosecutors and refusing to take the bench to
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The DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office announced the death of an inmate. The death occurred two days ago, on July 17. It was announced Sunday, July 19.
DeKalb County Sheriff announces death of jail inmate
DeKalb County Jail reports death of 73-year-old inmate John Parazzo found unresponsive on July 17. Cause unknown, no foul play suspected. Investigation ongoing with condolences to family stated.
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DeKalb Schools one of 20 districts under civil rights investigation
The DeKalb County School District has announced it is one of 20 school districts issued a federal civil rights investigation letter by the Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights for sexual m...
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More than 40 years ago, a truck driver found the skeletal remains of a young woman off U.S. 27 in the South Florida Everglades. Now, the woman has a name — Shelia Ann Nichols of Decatur, Georgia.
Body found in Florida 40 years ago ID’d as Decatur woman
More than 40 years ago, a truck driver found the skeletal remains of a young woman off U.S. 27 in the South Florida Everglades. Now, the woman has a name
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Police advocate: Stone Mountain Park officers forced out
STONE MOUNTAIN, Ga. — A social media post circulating online claims that the Stone Mountain Memorial Association, which controls Stone Mountain Park, is planning to defund its police department.
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The program, funded with a $25 million bond, helps first-time homebuyers with down payments, builds and preserves affordable housing, helps seniors and low-income homeowners cover repairs, and expands services for homeless residents.
DeKalb County approves $25 million housing bond program
DeKalb County commissioners approved a $25 million Housing Investment Bond program to support first-time homebuyers, affordable housing development, home repairs, and services for homeless residents, ...
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