Chattanooga mayor Tim Kelly invites residents to attend open office hours on May 5 to share concerns and help shape city policy
Chattanooga, TN – Chattanooga Mayor Tim Kelly is inviting residents to take part in the next Open Office Hours session, a recurring event designed to give the public a direct channel to share feedback and concerns with city leadership. Scheduled for Monday, May 5, from…
Child was found shaking from the cold rain, crying and scared, about 12 feet from the ground, while his mom and dad were sIeeping following a ‘night of pIaying consoIe and using marljuana’; charges
West Virginia – A West Virginia man and woman were taken into custody and charged with two counts of chiId negIect creating risk of serious injury or death and one count of conspiracy. These charges arose after police discovered their child on top of their home…
CPD seeks public assistance in locating 49-year-old suspect wanted for First Degree Murder
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department is requesting the public’s help in locating LaJeffery Romane Sparks, who is wanted for the First Degree Murder of a 42-year-old man. On October 5, 2024, at 12:38 a.m., police responded to a Person Shot call in the…
Tennessee Senate recognizes 134th Air Refueling Wing members for heroism and Distinguished Flying Crosses
Tennessee – Eleven members of the Tennessee Air National Guard’s 134th Air Refueling Wing, based in Knoxville, were honored by the Tennessee Senate on April 14 for their heroic actions during Operation True Promise, resulting in the awarding of Distinguished Flying Crosses. The recognition took…
Chattanooga Police Department partners with SkillsUSA TN for State Conference, supports future of law enforcement
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department is proud to have partnered with SkillsUSA Tennessee for their State Conference held at the Chattanooga Convention Center. Over two days, CPD worked with criminal justice and crime scene investigation students to help sharpen their skills. Students participated…
Chattanooga Fire Department and Fire Fighters Association attend Mayor’s inauguration ceremony
Chattanooga, TN – Members of the Chattanooga Fire Department and the Chattanooga Fire Fighters Association, Local 820, were honored to participate in the inauguration ceremony of Mayor Tim Kelly and the Chattanooga City Council. The event, held to mark the beginning of a new term…
Tennessee Attorney General files lawsuit to dissolve National Foundation for Transplants after investigation into fundraising practices
Tennessee – Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti announced today that his office has filed a lawsuit in Davidson County Chancery Court seeking the judicial dissolution of the National Foundation for Transplants, Inc., a Memphis-based nonprofit organization that raised funds for organ transplant patients. The lawsuit follows…
Chattanooga police department expresses appreciation for Citizens’ Police Academy Alumni Association
Chattanooga, TN – In honor of National Volunteer Month, the Chattanooga Police Department has extended its gratitude to the Chattanooga Citizens’ Police Academy Alumni Association for their continued dedication and service. The CPAAA has played an integral role in assisting the department with a wide…
Child dies after her parent failed to help the little girl, only for the woman to be found cIeaning herself while her daughter remained in danger at the scene of the incident; charges
California – A California woman was arrested following a tragic incident in California, that resulted in the death of her child, Ragan, 4. The 26-year-old parent, JuIiette, faces multiple charges, including murder, vehicuIar mansIaughter, driving under the infIuence causing injury, permitting a chiId to suffer under…
Little girl dies after spitting bIood for more than a week, days after her mother saw the victim’s dad strike the child in the genitaIs, who planned to make a run for it after hiding the victim’s body in their yard; charges
Nevada – A Nevada parent was arrested and charged with chiId abuse resulting in substantiaI bodiIy harm following the death of his child, IzabeIIa. Deputies responded to a 911 call reporting an unresponsive child at the family’s home. Upon arrival, emergency responders found the child deceased, displaying…