Brookhaven adding nearly 200 bike racks to get more people riding

The city of Brookhaven is making it easier for people to ride bicycles to city parks and government offices by installing nearly 200 bike racks.

• Sep 1

Brookhaven District 2 special election qualifier draws only 1 candidate

Conor Sen, who was appointed to the Brookhaven City Council seat following Jennifer Owens' resignation, is the only candidate to qualify.

• Aug 19

Brookhaven, Emory OK $15.8M deal for Peachtree Creek Greenway bridge

A new agreement allows final planning for a long-awaited bike and pedestrian bridge linking Peachtree Creek Greenway to Emory University's Executive Park.

• Jul 14

Brookhaven residents to weigh in on nearly 40% property tax rate increase before city vote

Brookhaven residents will have two opportunities Tuesday to weigh in on a proposed property tax rate increase before city leaders vote on the measure later in the day.

• Jun 23

Brookhaven mourns man killed outside Kroger at community vigil

Loved ones honor Tony Matthews, who was fatally shot outside a Kroger, as police investigate a string of violent attacks across DeKalb County.

• Apr 21

Brookhaven OKs $150 million N. Druid Hills project anchored by Nalley BMW

City leaders say the project will transform aging properties into a mixed-use campus with infrastructure upgrades, greenway access, and future hotel development.

• Apr 14

Man injured in early morning shooting at Georgia Kroger, police say

A man was shot early Monday morning outside a Kroger grocery store in the Brookhaven area, police said.

• Apr 13

Brookhaven: Tree removal permits required to protect city's canopy

Officials say unauthorized tree removal could lead to penalties as the city emphasizes environmental and quality-of-life benefits.

• Apr 2

Vehicle fire sparks partial collapse at Brookhaven parking deck, officials say

A car fire inside a Brookhaven apartment garage spread rapidly, destroying several vehicles and causing part of the structure to collapse.

• Mar 22

Brookhaven marks Women's History Month with leadership event

Spotlighting women's leadership and wellness, Brookhaven hosts its 15th Women's History Month event.

• Mar 8

Brookhaven Police honored by PETA for rescuing puppy abused on Twitch

PETA recognized the Brookhaven Police for their swift response in rescuing a 3-month-old puppy after a video of the animal being abused on a Twitch livestream led to the arrest of the alleged abuser.

• Feb 3

Brookhaven police arrest 19-year-old after dog abuse video circulates online

Officials say tips poured in after a video shared online appeared to show the abuse of a dog at a Brookhaven residence.

• Feb 1

"Love & Hip Hop Atlanta" cast member arrested in DeKalb County

Brookhaven police arrested rapper and reality TV personality Erica Breaux — also known as Erica Banks — during a traffic stop on Buford Highway. She's charged with possession of a Schedule II controlled substance with intent to distribute.

• Dec 8, 2025

Brookhaven police: 700-mile stolen car road trip ends with 5 arrests

A stolen car ended in arrests Monday afternoon after Brookhaven police say their AI-powered license plate readers picked up a vehicle stolen nearly 700 miles away.

• Dec 2, 2025