Rockdale asking for donations for homeless before winter storm
Rockdale officials are asking the public to help support people experiencing homelessness this winter through a cold-weather donation drive aimed at providing warmth and dignity during the colder months.
Rockdale officials are asking the public to help support people experiencing homelessness this winter through a cold-weather donation drive aimed at providing warmth and dignity during the colder months.
Police capture accused Conyers shooter after week-long manhunt
Amir Johnson was arrested on Sunday in the shooting death of 22-year-old Kaleb King during a friendly gathering at a Conyers home last week.
Amir Johnson was arrested on Sunday in the shooting death of 22-year-old Kaleb King during a friendly gathering at a Conyers home last week.
Sheriff: Failure to re-shackle Rockdale County inmate aided in escape
Rockdale County Sheriff Eric Levett confirmed that inmate Timothy Shane escaped from Grady Hospital after a deputy failed to put his shackles back on after an X-ray.
Rockdale County Sheriff Eric Levett confirmed that inmate Timothy Shane escaped from Grady Hospital after a deputy failed to put his shackles back on after an X-ray.
Manhunt underway for 21-year-old suspected Conyers shooter, $5K reward
The manhunt is on for the shooter wanted for opening fire at a Conyers home Tuesday.
The manhunt is on for the shooter wanted for opening fire at a Conyers home Tuesday.
Rockdale County house fire leaves 1 dead, 2 severely injured
A deadly house fire in Rockdale County is under investigation after one person was killed, and two others were seriously injured.
A deadly house fire in Rockdale County is under investigation after one person was killed, and two others were seriously injured.
UPDATE: Officials confirm child shot in Rockdale County, identify deceased
One person was found dead in a backyard following a domestic dispute shooting on Setters Trail.
One person was found dead in a backyard following a domestic dispute shooting on Setters Trail.
Person of interest in Rockdale County gaming machine armed robbery
Investigators are searching for two persons of interest following the theft of nearly $7,000 from a Conyers-area gas station.
Investigators are searching for two persons of interest following the theft of nearly $7,000 from a Conyers-area gas station.
BioLab fire samples may have contained ‘Erin Brockovich’ carcinogen
State officials reportedly warned a BioLab fire could have created cancer-causing chromium, but testing was later excluded.
State officials reportedly warned a BioLab fire could have created cancer-causing chromium, but testing was later excluded.
Conyers officer recovering after being dragged 40 feet during New Year’s Eve stop
A Conyers police officer is recovering after being dragged up to 40 feet during a New Year's Eve stop.
A Conyers police officer is recovering after being dragged up to 40 feet during a New Year's Eve stop.
Covington man charged with murder in Sunday shooting on Odyssey Turn
Antwan Smith faces murder charges after allegedly shooting 34-year-old Kadarin Ridley to death in a targeted incident on Odyssey Turn this past Sunday.
Antwan Smith faces murder charges after allegedly shooting 34-year-old Kadarin Ridley to death in a targeted incident on Odyssey Turn this past Sunday.
Traffic incident closes all lanes of I-20 in Conyers Wednesday morning
Multiple lanes of Interstate 20 eastbound were shut down early this morning in Conyers following a traffic incident near West Avenue, causing significant delays for commuters.
Multiple lanes of Interstate 20 eastbound were shut down early this morning in Conyers following a traffic incident near West Avenue, causing significant delays for commuters.
Mother of Rockdale County student allegedly beaten by teacher demands accountability
A Rockdale County mother is demanding accountability after surveillance video allegedly showed a teacher beating her 13-year-old son; the district says it is strengthening safety measures as the teacher faces criminal charges.
A Rockdale County mother is demanding accountability after surveillance video allegedly showed a teacher beating her 13-year-old son; the district says it is strengthening safety measures as the teacher faces criminal charges.
Insurer sues BioLab over $20M payout tied to Conyers chemical fire
Verlan Fire Insurance Company seeks reimbursement for more than $20 million paid after BioLab’s 2024 warehouse fire.
Verlan Fire Insurance Company seeks reimbursement for more than $20 million paid after BioLab’s 2024 warehouse fire.
Investigation into Rockdale County inmate escape underway
Rockdale County Sheriff Eric Levett says the investigation into escaped inmate Timothy Shane has intensified after Shane was found in an abandoned home three days after fleeing Grady Memorial Hospital.
Rockdale County Sheriff Eric Levett says the investigation into escaped inmate Timothy Shane has intensified after Shane was found in an abandoned home three days after fleeing Grady Memorial Hospital.
Escaped Rockdale inmate Timothy Shane finally captured in Covington
Escaped Rockdale County inmate Timothy Shane was captured on Wednesday morning in Covington, according to the sheriff's office.
Escaped Rockdale County inmate Timothy Shane was captured on Wednesday morning in Covington, according to the sheriff's office.
Shootout inside Conyers restaurant leads to standoff, suspect arrested
A shooting inside a Conyers restaurant Tuesday night led to an hours-long police search and standoff before officers arrested a suspect at a nearby home, authorities said.
A shooting inside a Conyers restaurant Tuesday night led to an hours-long police search and standoff before officers arrested a suspect at a nearby home, authorities said.
Escaped Rockdale County inmate seen inside Henry County Publix
Escaped Rockdale County inmate Timothy Shane was caught on camera inside a Henry County Publix before requesting an Uber; deputies say he stole two vehicles after fleeing Grady Memorial Hospital and remains on the run.
Escaped Rockdale County inmate Timothy Shane was caught on camera inside a Henry County Publix before requesting an Uber; deputies say he stole two vehicles after fleeing Grady Memorial Hospital and remains on the run.
Escaped Rockdale inmate ordered Uber to home, still on the run
Escaped inmate Timothy Shane fled a hospital after being taken there following a suicide attempt.
Escaped inmate Timothy Shane fled a hospital after being taken there following a suicide attempt.
Conyers police lieutenant arrested, accused of theft by deception
GBI agents arrested Conyers Police Lt. Jesus Cadena on theft by deception charges, accusing him of using his position to secure a donation for personal use; he’s on leave pending an internal review.
GBI agents arrested Conyers Police Lt. Jesus Cadena on theft by deception charges, accusing him of using his position to secure a donation for personal use; he’s on leave pending an internal review.
EPD launches comment period for proposed Rockdale data campus
The project would permanently impact wetlands, ponds and more than 1,200 feet of streams on the 52.84-acre site.
The project would permanently impact wetlands, ponds and more than 1,200 feet of streams on the 52.84-acre site.

















