Good morning, Decatur.

A train hit a car in DeKalb County on April 23 at 11:30 a.m.—forcing a woman with her toddler to be rushed to the hospital.

A Decatur mother pleaded guilty to malice murder after leaving her 7-year-old special needs daughter in an apartment closet—whose remains were found months later—and was sentenced to life without parole.

A Decatur woman, Alondra Hobbs, was sentenced to life without parole on April 23 for abandoning her 7-year-old special needs daughter in an apartment closet — her daughter’s mummified remains were found on June 25, 2023, and Hobbs entered a non-negotiated guilty plea to murder and cruelty charges.

City Schools of Decatur will begin accepting non-resident tuition applications for the 2025-2026 school year on April 30, with the window running until May 15 and the option to extend—seats in K-2 and 3-5 schools will be filled by lottery at an annual rate of $7,883.

Today at 7 p.m., WABE host Rose Scott will moderate an open talk on climate resilience and justice at Columbia Theological Seminary—where speakers including Dr. Na’taki Osborne Jelks, David Nifong and Marques Cole will discuss community strategies for climate issues.

Billy Pilgrim Concert

7-9 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of dynamic country music with multi-platinum artist Kristian Bush of Sugarland fame.

The Girlfriend's Society Annual Prayer Breakfast

10 a.m. - 1 p.m. — 4650 Flat Shoals Pkwy, Decatur, GA — Refunds up to 7 days before event — Enjoy a morning of prayer, breakfast, and uplifting fellowship with a supportive community of women.

The Art of Nature Exhibition

4-6 p.m. — Blue Heron Nature Preserve — Free entry — Explore site-specific art installations in a beautiful natural setting.

Songwriters Open Mic Night at Eddie's Attic

7:30-11 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — Tickets from $11.12 — Celebrate over 20 years of local and national songwriting talent at Atlanta's premier open mic night.

Comfort Club Live Concert

9 PM – 3 AM — Eddie's Attic — From $16.68 — Experience a night of heartfelt indie pop from Adeline Hill and Comfort Club.

Puma Blue Live Performance

7-9 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — Ticket information TBA — Experience the enchanting lo-fi sounds of Puma Blue, the South London artist known for his captivating falsetto and romantic melodies.

Great Wide Nothing Album Release Party

8 p.m. — Thinking Man Tavern — Ticket prices not listed — Experience Great Wide Nothing performing their new album alongside local acts for an unforgettable night.

Clarkston to Stone Mountain Fun Ride

2-4 p.m. — 1011 Rowland St, Clarkston — Free entry — Enjoy an easy social ride from Clarkston to Stone Mountain, exploring scenic PATH trails.

Ally Venable Live Performance

6:00-7:30 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — Ticket info not provided — Texas-born Ally delivers a soulful rock and blues performance with her guitar skills and powerful voice.

Michelle Malone's Birthday Celebration

7-11 p.m. — Napoleon's Grill — Price TBA — Enjoy live performances from Canyonland with special guests in a festive birthday celebration.