The Organization of DeKalb Educators is supporting Arthur Culver as the next DeKalb superintendent. Culver, a superintendent in Champaign, Ill., is one of three finalists for the top job. The organization said they felt he was the strongest candidate because of his experience leading a diverse system, his proven track record and his knowledge of special education students. The board is expected to make their selection in the coming weeks.

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Julian Conley listens during opening statements in his trial at Fulton County Superior Court in Atlanta on Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2025. The 25-year-old is accused of fatally shooting 8-year-old Secoriea Turner in July 2020. (Abbey Cutrer/AJC)

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