The Tennessee Department of Tourist Development is extending a warm invitation to cyclists to explore the beauty of Tennessee through 52 newly crafted road cycling routes that meander through the state’s breathtaking landscapes
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, this fresh initiative, named Bike Tennessee, has been officially launched today at BikeTN.com, offering cyclists the opportunity to discover these routes via the Ride with GPS app. Tennessee has proudly earned the title of Ambassador for the…
SUV crashes into Cleveland home, prompting rapid response from the fire department
Cleveland, TN – A normal day turned into a heart-pounding ordeal for one family in Cleveland when an SUV veered off the roadway, careened through their yard, and lodged itself into the back of their home. Amidst the chaos, the Cleveland Fire Department sprang into action,…
TDEC played a pivotal role in facilitating a significant federal grant of $1.5 million, aimed at addressing brownfields within a 13-county service area in partnership with the South Central Tennessee Development District
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, this grant is part of a larger allocation of federal funding for brownfield remediation across Tennessee, totaling $5,632,807, with additional grants of $632,807 for the City of Dunlap and $3.5 million for the City of Chattanooga, as…
Caregiver, who admitted to putting infant down ‘little harder than normal’ leaving the baby with long-term medical consequences, was sentenced!
Minneapolis, MINNESOTA – According to the court documents, the 59-year-old defendant, later identified as MicheIIe, was sentenced to 7 years behind bars after she injured 6-month-old baby severely, leaving the infant in medically-induced coma, fighting for his life. Prosecutors said the child will likely have long-term…
Mother walked into police station only to confess to drowning her toddIer son in fountain along with shooting her 9-year-old daughter dead
Kansas City, MISSOURI – According to the police officials, the mother, later identified as 36-year-old AshIey, reportedly came into the local police headquarters where she admitted to killing her two children, 2 and 9. The woman was taken into custody and later charged with second-degree…
Drivers traveling on SR 153 in Hamilton County should be aware of upcoming road construction activities that will have an impact on traffic
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, Tennessee Valley Authority contract crews are set to commence weekend closures of the SR 153 bridge over the Chickamauga Dam for resurfacing activities. Notably, only one direction of SR 153 will be closed at a time. This…
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency has reported one boating-related fatality over the 2024 Memorial Day holiday weekend
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, the fatality took place on Watts Barr Reservoir, where a 19-year-old male jumped from a boat and failed to resurface. Authorities were alerted shortly after 9 p.m., and his body was recovered from 24 feet of water just…
Major Montgomery of Chattanooga Police Department completes Police Leadership Academy, police officials say
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department is proud to announce the remarkable achievement of Major Montgomery, who recently graduated from the prestigious Police Leadership Academy. Major Montgomery dedicated five months to rigorous training, honing essential skills in decision-making, conflict resolution, and community engagement. The Police…
Boyfriend, who stabbed his girlfriend and her friend to death because he felt embarrassed when he saw what they were doing after a night of heavy drinking, was sentenced!
Milwaukee, WISCONSIN – According to the court documents, the 49-year-old boyfriend, later identified as Richard, was reportedly sentenced to spend his life behind bars without the possibility for parole after he reportedly murdered his 58-year-old girlfriend Rhonda last year. The 49-year-old defendant also killed his…
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee has signed the Smart Heart Act into law, marking a significant step towards ensuring the safety of students in schools across the state
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, this legislation mandates the presence of automatic defibrillators in schools and establishes clear protocols for responding to cardiac-related medical emergencies. Notably, the bill garnered unanimous, bipartisan support in the legislative process. Under the Smart Heart Act, every…