BioLab sets deadline for claims over Conyers chemical plant fire
Time is running out to file reimbursement claims for the BioLab chemical plant fire in Rockdale County.
Rockdale County issues warning after shootout involving illegal street racing
Rockdale County deputies are sending a clear message to anyone considering illegal street racing in their area: reckless driving will not be tolerated.
Shutdown BioLab organizers pushing for more action after chemical plant fire
BioLab's chemical plant in Conyers has resumed some operations after the serious fire that forced thousands to shelter-in-place, but a group of concerned residents wants to get it shut down.
Rockdale County traffic stop escalates: Suspect shot, GSP trooper injured
A traffic stop for street racing escalated into a shooting late Saturday night in Rockdale County, leaving one man injured and a Georgia State Patrol (GSP) trooper hospitalized for observation.
Report reveals new details about BioLab chemical plant fire
The U.S. Chemical Safety Board (CSB) released new details today regarding its investigation into the fire that occurred in September at the BioLab chemical plant in Conyers.
Rockdale residents demand revocation of BioLab's business license after fire
There are growing calls for Rockdale County leaders to revoke BioLab's business license after a fire in September sent chemical filled smoke into the air for days. The facility partially reopened earlier this month. Now, a new petition has renewed the call to get them closed for good.
Man arrested after being shot by Rockdale County woman, deputies say
A woman shot a man during a domestic dispute early Tuesday morning, the Rockdale County Sheriff’s Office said.
BioLab reopens distribution center, still providing community support
BioLab says it has achieved a significant milestone in the cleanup of its Conyers facility after a significant fire on Sept. 29.
Pedestrian fatally injured outside Rockdale County supermarket
A pedestrian died on Sunday after being struck by a vehicle outside a supermarket on Georgia Highway 212.
Man killed in police shooting during confrontation at Conyers gas station
A man is dead after officials say he was shot by police officers during a confrontation at a Conyers gas station.
Threat to Rockdale County's Heritage High School deemed a hoax
Rockdale County law enforcement officers are investigating a possible threat made toward Heritage High School on Monday.
Possible listeria-laced meats may be in hundreds of schools
The U.S. Agriculture Department reports more than 200 schools may have bought some of the lister-laced meat products for lunches. One of those is in Conyers, Georgia.
UPDATE: Missing 20-year-old Chloe Cooper of Rockdale County left 'of her own will'
20-year-old Chloe Cooper reportedly vanished on her way to see a movie several days ago. Her family has been desperately searching for her since. She has now been found, according to authorities.
'Grave concern': Georgia lawmakers question BioLab's leadership over safety concerns after fire
Georgia Sen. Raphael Warnock and Rep. Hank Johnson say that the chemical plant that caught fire in Rockdale County had a “pattern of safety failures" that the company must take action to correct.
Rockdale County files federal lawsuit against BioLab after Conyers plant fire
Rockdale County is launching a federal lawsuit against BioLab following a massive fire at its Conyers plant.
BioLab concludes emergency response to chemical fire, gives update
BioLab officials say the company has successfully completed emergency response operations at its Conyers facility, following a chemical fire.
Rockdale County ends shelter-in-place order after BioLab chemical fire cleanup
Rockdale County has lifted its shelter-in-place order completely 19 days after a chemical fire at a BioLab facility.
Rockdale County residents hold candlelight vigil for elected official after sudden passing
Some Rockdale County residents gathered Tuesday night to remember the life of an environmental official after his sudden death last week.
Rockdale County BioLab opens assistance center for residents after chemical fire
The Rockdale County BioLab opened a new community assistance center in Conyers on Tuesday to support local residents impacted by the chemical fire at their facility last month.
BioLab fire: Group raising money for gas masks for residents impacted by chemical plume
The group is trying to raise money to buy hundreds of gas masks to give out to Conyers residents still impacted by the smoke from the Rockdale County BioLab chemical fire.