Former state lawmaker, regent pleads guilty to racketeering

Dean Alford was indicted in May in Rockdale County on charges of racketeering, fraud and forgery relating to allegations that he faked contracts while seeking money from a financial company.

Conyers K-9 receives new body armor

Conyers Police Department’s K-9 Briscoe, handled by Officer William Treadwell, received a donation of a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a donation by Vested Interest in K9s, Inc.

Man who led police on chase in stolen mortuary van turns self in

A Georgia man accused of stealing a mortuary van with a body inside from a crematory parking lot and leading police on a chase has turned himself in to authorities.

Conyers man charged with break-ins at Newnan car dealership

Cadarius Demetrius George, 20, of Conyers, was charged with 13 counts of criminal attempt to commit a felony, three counts of entering auto, prowling, obstruction, and drug possession.

Conyers restaurant conjures up delicious memories

The owners of Reminiscent Restaurant in Conyers say their own family recipes inspired the menu of home-cooked Southern soul food.

Conyers man hit repeatedly over head with hammer dies

The victim, 58-year-old Jimmy Vance, died Friday afternoon, after a series of complications from his original injuries.

I-20 wreck cleared in Conyers, all lanes open

All lanes on I-20 eastbound in Conyers are re-opened, according to the Georgia Department of Transportation. 

Conyers police officers moved by stranger's generous gift

Seven officers, one big dinner tab, and an even bigger blessing from a total stranger in Conyers has police officers offering a big thank you.

Former Conyers mayoral candidate accused of stealing $328,000 in PPP loans

Officials said Olivia Ware allegedly spent the money on an in-ground swimming pool, furniture and to pay down the principal on her mortgage.

Metro Atlanta hospitals receive Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine

The first metro Atlanta COVID-19 hospital vaccinations are taking place, as the number of infections becomes more widespread across Georgia.

Conyers man with pre-existing conditions survives COVID-19

Jerome Howard, of Conyers, fought the virus in the hospital for 90 days but is now strong enough to share what saved his life.

Major chemical fire shuts down parts of I-20, other roads

Officials are asking people to also stay away from StoneCrest Mall due to winds that are carrying smoke from the fire to the area.

New police recruits to bring more than a strong sense of smell to Conyers

Two dogs are the latest recruits to join the Conyers Police Department and they're currently undergoing highly specialized training before they are released for duty.

Complaints from pedestrians prompt action from Conyers police

Several reports of near misses and closes calls between cars and pedestrians over the last few months prompted Conyers Police to take action along Parker Road Tuesday morning.