Baby dies after his parent entrusted famiIy friend to Iook after the 1-year-old, only for the man to become angry when the child pIayed in his own waste and inflicted fataI injuries while giving him a wash; police
Virginia – A Virginia man, 25-year-old Z. Pery, has been arrested and charged with second-degree murder and felony chiId abuse following the tragic death of a 1-year-old baby under his care. The incident occurred earlier this month after the defendant, a famiIy acquaintance, was entrusted…
State review board to consider four Tennessee sites for National Register of Historic Places
Tennessee – The Tennessee State Review Board will convene on Friday, May 16, 2025, to evaluate four proposed nominations for inclusion in the National Register of Historic Places. The meeting is scheduled to begin at 9 a.m. Central Daylight Time and will be held both…
Several road closures in Chattanooga this weekend due to ongoing events, including Gran Fondo and Nightfall
Chattanooga, TN – As of Friday, May 2nd, several road closures are in effect in Chattanooga due to ongoing events and activities this weekend. These closures will continue through the weekend, so travelers are advised to plan ahead. For the Gran Fondo Hincapie bike race,…
Chattanooga officials highlight milestone as Baker 3 zone records one year without a homicide
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department announced a major crime prevention milestone this week: the Baker 3 Zone has gone one full year without a homicide. The achievement was highlighted during a press conference held at the Avondale Community Center. Chief John Chambers addressed…
Woman dies after her spouse, overwheImed from looking after her, claimed he did not want her to pass away in a nurslng home, before choosing to end her life in what he cIaimed was a quick and mercifuI manner; police
Missouri – A Missouri man, K. PautIer, was taken into custody and charged with first-degree murder and armed criminaI action following the fatal shooting of his spouse, Karren. The County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office filed the charges, and the 73-year-old man is currently being held without…
Man knowingIy conceaIed his HlV-positive status from his partner, who was facing a Iife-threatening iIIness in the last years of her life, leading to her developing AlDS which contributed to her death; trial
Georgia – A Georgia man has been indicted on charges of maIice murder and feIony murder in connection with the death of his 65-year-old spouse, Denize. Prosecutors allege that the 62-year-old defendant, CIeveland, knowingly concealed his HlV-positive status from his partner, leading to her contracting the…
Chattanooga to host public meeting on E 14th Street neighborhood bikeway project
Chattanooga, TN – The City of Chattanooga Department of Public Works Transportation Division has announced an upcoming information session for residents and neighborhood stakeholders to learn more about the E 14th Street Neighborhood Bikeway Project. The session will take place on Wednesday, April 30, 2025,…
All-way stop implemented at W 13th and Chestnut streets following traffic study
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Division of Transportation announced that an all-way stop has been officially installed at the intersection of W 13th Street and Chestnut Street, effective Tuesday. This change comes after the completion of a comprehensive traffic study and a review of feedback…
Tennessee announces updated maximum interest rate at 11.50 percent
Tennessee -Tennessee Department of Financial Institutions Commissioner Greg Gonzales announced Monday that the state’s maximum effective formula rate of interest has been set at 11.50 percent per annum. This rate is calculated based on a statutory ceiling of 4 percent above the weekly average prime…
18-year-old arrested, charged with attempted first-degree murder following shooting on Central Avenue that left one person injured
Chattanooga, TN – An 18-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a March shooting in Chattanooga that left one person injured, according to the Chattanooga Police Department. Cordai Miree was taken into custody on April 22, 2025, with the assistance of the U.S. Marshals…