Conyers officials shut down data center annexation rumors

Officials in Conyers say they will not allow data centers to be built inside the city limits following rumors online.

Former Georgia probation officer charged in misconduct probe

A former Georgia probation officer has been arrested following an investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct involving a probationer, according to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation.

Six arrested in Conyers drug trafficking bust

The Georgia Bureau of Investigation has arrested six people following a months-long drug trafficking investigation in Conyers.

2 Rockdale deputies arrested: 1 accused of excessive force

Two Rockdale County sheriff's employees face criminal charges and remain held in an outside jail facility during separate misconduct investigations.

Salem High in Rockdale County evacuated during threat investigation

Rockdale County Sheriff's Office deputies responded early Monday afternoon to Salem High School following reports of a safety threat at the school.

New data center applications paused in Rockdale County

Rockdale County leaders extended a freeze on new data centers and battery energy storage systems through Sept. 8 to review community impacts.

Marcye Scott: Daughter of David Scott runs for his Georgia seat

Marcye Scott, daughter of the late U.S. Rep. David Scott, announced her candidacy to fill the remaining term of her father’s seat.

Man wanted by police after being stabbed at Nissan plant

Conyers police are searching for Derius Dawkins after surveillance video allegedly showed him provoking a stabbing at the local Nissan plant.

Update: No threat found at Salem High School after evacuation

Salem High School in Rockdale County has been evacuated due to a safety threat, according to Rockdale County Sheriff's Office.

Georgia justices to decide on health tracking after BioLab fire

The Supreme Court of Georgia heard oral arguments Tuesday in a case tied to a 2024 chemical fire at a BioLab facility in Conyers that forced nearby residents to evacuate for weeks.

Rockdale deputy shoots knife-wielding woman, GBI investigating

A Rockdale County deputy shot a woman Saturday night after she allegedly confronted authorities with a knife during a mental health call.

Woman shot to death at Rockdale home; 1 in custody

A woman was killed Saturday night in a shooting that investigators believe is domestic related.

Conyers native Teddy Swims to play State Farm Arena

Conyers native Teddy Swims will perform at Atlanta's State Farm Arena this October as part of his newly announced "The Ugly Tour."

Naked man shot by Rockdale deputy after indecent exposure call

A Rockdale County deputy shot a naked 19-year-old man Monday morning after authorities say he refused to follow orders and advanced on law enforcement in a Conyers area neighborhood.

Conyers mechanic breaking barriers in auto industry

A Conyers business owner is breaking barriers in the auto repair industry and using her platform to inspire more women to enter skilled trades.

Hampton man accused of murder after Rockdale home invasion

Deputies have arrested a man for murder following a reported home invasion in Rockdale County over the weekend, authorities said.

Rockdale deputies help recapture escaped ICE inmate, officials say

Rockdale County deputies helped Immigration and Customs Enforcement track and recapture an inmate on Monday afternoon who escaped from federal custody.