Rockdale County schools plan to lock up students' cellphones
If students don't turn over their device or tamper with the pouch, they will receive consequences according to the student handbook, according to the district.
2 weekend shootings in Conyers affect same family
The first shooting happened around 11 p.m. Friday in the 1200 block of Janice Lane, according to the Conyers Police Department. The second shooting occurred during a celebration of life.
DeKalb County officer injured in crash while chasing stolen car
A DeKalb County police officer is recovering after he was in a crash involving a dump truck early Wednesday morning. DKPD says the officer was chasing a car believed to be involved in several armed robberies.
BioLab fire: Investigators talk about investigation into massive fire
A federal agency is revealing new findings from its investigation into the massive 2024 chemical fire at the BioLab facility in Rockdale County.
BioLab fire report reveals 'disturbing' lack of safeguards for chemical storage, agency says
A new report investigating last year's BioLab 0fire has revealed what officials are calling a “disturbing” lack of safeguards in how the plant stored corrosive chemicals.
DeKalb pastor marks Floyd anniversary with Target prayer protest
The pastor of a prominent DeKalb County megachurch is calling on churches nationwide to mark the fifth anniversary of George Floyd’s death with a peaceful prayer protest.
Viral food critic Keith Lee surprises Conyers pizzeria with $50K award
Sharpiros Pizzeria in Conyers received a $50,000 award from TikTok food critic Keith Lee and Toast for its community-focused efforts.
Town hall meeting for residents impacted by BioLab fire
Residents affected by the BioLab fire in Conyers will have a chance to get answers and explore legal options during a town hall meeting scheduled for this evening.
Bond granted Rockdale County man accused of killing wife by giving her AIDS
A Rockdale County man accused of killing his wife by knowingly infecting her with HIV has been granted bond following a hearing that featured emotional testimony, legal disputes, and heated arguments over public safety.
BioLab completes remediation; halts manufacturing at Conyers facility
BioLab announced it will not resume manufacturing operations at the site.
Rockdale County man pleads not guilty to wife's death from AIDS
Cleveland Brodie pleaded not guilty to murder charges, accused of knowingly infecting his wife with HIV, leading to her death just two days after her AIDS diagnosis.
Missing: 14-year-old missing in Rockdale County, sheriff's office says
The Rockdale County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing 14-year-old girl who was last seen on May 3.
Civil rights group to address controversial history lesson in Rockdale County
The New Order National Human Rights Organization will hold a press conference Tuesday at 2:30 p.m. about a controversial lesson at Honey Creek Elementary.
NAACP condemns 'Whites only' signs used in elementary school history lesson in Rockdale County
An investigation is underway in Rockdale County after an elementary school teacher posted “Whites Only” and “Colored Only” signs on campus.
Rockdale County man faces felony murder charge; accused of infecting wife with AIDS
A Rockdale County man is charged with intentionally infecting and subsequently killing his wife, Denise Broadie, with AIDS.
NAACP condemns segregation signs at Rockdale County school
An investigation is underway at Honey Creek Elementary School in Rockdale County after a teacher reportedly used unapproved materials for a social studies activity centered around a historical figure.
Conyers couple faces heartbreak after fire claims home and beloved dog
A couple is trying to put their lives back together after they lose their dog and their home in a fire.
Man who drowned after fleeing traffic stop in Rockdale County identified
The body of a man who ran from a traffic stop in Rockdale County was found in a lake, according to the Department of Natural Resources (DNR).
2 Rockdale County murder suspects caught in coastal Georgia
A man and a woman wanted for murder in Rockdale County were tracked down to Long County and arrested.
OSHA cites BioLab for safety violations after Conyers facility fire
OSHA cited BioLab Inc. for six violations related to improperly stored hazardous materials, proposing $61,473 in penalties.