Tucker, United States (Local)
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Dan's coverage predominantly focuses on local news, particularly in Decatur and DeKalb County. He covers a wide range of topics including crime, government & politics, human resources & employment, and education. Given this emphasis on local news and community issues, pitches to Dan should highlight their relevance to the Decatur area or DeKalb County.
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Decatur Community Players will move to the site of a former daycare building that was once considered a potential site for a City Schools of Decatur early learning center. The youth theater company will be moving into the former SoulShine space at 525 W. Howard Ave. The new building will increase the company’s space to 8,000 square feet.
A DeKalb County judge accused of misconduct admitted to making mistakes but is asking for a reprimand instead of a 90-day suspension. On July 20, Judge Yolanda C. Parker-Smith was named in formal charges filed with the Judicial Qualifications Commission Hearing Panel. She 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.
A man charged with shooting another at Decatur Library was granted immunity after claiming self-defense, leading to dismissal of charges in a case that raised concerns about community safety.
Kelly’s Market, a locally owned Decatur business, has been listed for sale.
Medicus Brown, 44, of Decatur, was cleared in a shooting that occurred at the Decatur Library on Feb. 2. A judge ruled that the shooting was in self-defense. No additional charges are expected.
By: Dan Whisenhunt, Dean Hesse
Update: The DeKalb County District Attorney released new information that sheds light on the judge’s decision. See the updated story here: decaturish.com/news/decatur/witnesses-supported-library-shooter-s-self-defense-argument/article_09440929-93c6-4dbf-8549-059bda1cd2c5.html
Roswell officials report West Nile virus detected in mosquito traps at local parks. Spraying to begin Sept 1-2 at dusk. Residents urged to use EPA-approved repellent and remove standing water to prevent bites.
Jamal Toliaferro, 45, is accused of being involved in four violent crimes in Tucker. Police are asking the public for any leads that might connect him to other cases.
By: Dan Whisenhunt
When Ally Arant, 19, finished high school, she wasn't sure what she would do next.
By: Dan Whisenhunt, Dean Hesse
DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. — A DeKalb County police officer is expected to be OK after being shot while responding to a domestic incident.
