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.

Rockdale County residents receive unexpected gifts during impromptu traffic stops

Blue lights and masks may hide the smiles, but the bird in hand seemed to quickly do the trick as Rockdale County Sheriff Eric Levett pulled over drivers in a traffic stop only to give those drivers a free turkey.

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.

Georgia deputy credited for de-escalating intense domestic situation, saving lives

Rockdale County Deputy Zachary Hogdin walked into an intense domestic dispute the night of September 12 after a 911 call about shots fired at a home near Conyers.

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.

Search continues for suspect in father's deadly birthday party shooting

Georgia law enforcement continues to search for a gunman wanted in a shooting at a 4th of July birthday party in Rockdale County.

Student-athletes in Rockdale County protest delays in fall sports

Students in Rockdale County said they want their voiced to be heard after the district postponed fall sports to next semester. A group of players and parents came to protest that decision on Monday afternoon.

Rockdale County ordinance requires face coverings in public

The Rockdale County Board of Commissioners adopted an ordinance this week requiring the use of face masks in public.

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.

After more than 50 years in law enforcement, long-time investigator passes away

Newton County Sheriff Ezell Brown said Investigator Jack Simpson, who served more than 50 years in the law enforcement profession, passed away on Aug. 5.

Truck stolen from Conyers car dealer

Police are investigating after a truck was stolen from a car dealer in Conyers last week.

Suspect wanted in Conyers Family Dollar assault

Police in Conyers are looking for a woman they say fought with Family Dollar employees before taking off earlier this month.

Search for gunman continues after 4th of July celebration ends in gunfire

The gunman is still on the run, which is why Rockdale County investigators gave FOX 5's Portia Bruner video of the man they call a person of interest.

Fireworks sales booming in Georgia amid coronavirus pandemic

Cities nationwide are canceling big Fourth of July gatherings and events due to the coronavirus outbreak, but fireworks retailers say that's sparked a big increase in sales.

Rockdale County removes Confederate monument from courthouse

Rockdale County has removed its Confederate monument from the heart of Olde Town Conyers to a more appropriate location.

Rockdale County deputy passes away

The Rockdale County Sheriff's Office is mourning the loss of one of its deputies.