Press Releases

Stay informed with the latest updates from DeKalb County Government. Here you will find timely announcements, public safety information, and community highlights that keep residents connected to county services and initiatives. Our goal is to provide clear, accessible news that supports transparency and keeps you engaged with what is happening across DeKalb.

DeKalb Winter Break Camp to Start Dec. 23

Wed, Dec 4, 2024 - 1:36 PM

DeKalb County Recreation, Parks and Cultural Affairs will hold a Winter Break Camp Dec. 23 - 24, Dec. 26 - 27, Dec. 30 - 31 and Jan. 2 - 3 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. The cost of the camp is $10 per day for children ages 5-13. Each participant must provide his or her own breakfast, lunch and snacks. To register, visit www.dekalbcountyga.gov/parks and click the “Register Online” button.

Section of N. Carter Road to be Closed through December 20

Wed, Dec 4, 2024 - 1:35 PM

N. Carter Road, between Forrest Boulevard and Chester Way, will experience a full road closure through Friday, December 20 to facilitate a watermain replacement at 940 N. Carter Road, Decatur, Ga. Road closure and detour signs will be placed in the area during the road closure period advising motorists of construction work in the area and of local traffic restrictions.

Section of Livingstone Place to be Closed through December 20

Wed, Dec 4, 2024 - 1:34 PM

Livingstone Place, between East College Avenue and Craigie Avenue, will be closed to through-traffic from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday - Friday, through December 20 to facilitate a watermain replacement at 718 Livingstone Pl. Decatur, Ga. Road closure and detour signs will be placed in the area during the road closure period advising motorists of construction work in the area and of local traffic restrictions.

Section of Craigie Avenue to be Closed through December 20

Wed, Dec 4, 2024 - 1:33 PM

Craigie Avenue, between Brown Place and Haven Lane, will be closed to through-traffic from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday – Friday through December 20 to facilitate a watermain replacement at 2803 Craigie Avenue, Decatur, Ga. Road closure and detour signs will be placed in the area during the road closure period advising motorists of construction work in the area and of local traffic restrictions.

DeKalb County Police Working with the Department of Justice - National Public Safety Partnership Program to Prevent and Combat Violent Crime

Wed, Dec 4, 2024 - 1:32 PM

Official emblems of DeKalb County, Georgia, include a circular seal with figures and a flame, a police badge, and an eagle patch. "Forward Together" text arches above.

The DeKalb County Police Department (DKPD) applied for and was selected by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) to participate in the National Public Safety Partnership program (PSP). The DOJ will provide the DKPD intensive training and technical assistance in the areas of gun violence, criminal justice collaboration, investigations, constitutional policing, community engagement, federal partnerships, crime analysis, and technology to identify strategies that target gun, drug, and gang violence.