The Department of Safety and Homeland Security has announced the opening of the 2024-2025 Houses of Worship Security Grant
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, this grant aims to fund contract security personnel for eligible 501(c)(3) organizations that serve as houses of worship, including churches, synagogues, temples, and mosques. The 2024-2025 Houses of Worship Security Grant is a competitive grant with a…
Dad would regularly beat daughter even for taking too long to eat lunch until the child died of the injuries; sentenced
Houston, TX – According to the court documents, the dad, later identified as 33-year-old Justin, was sentenced to life in prison with the possibility of parole (must serve 30 years behind bars) for his role in the death of his daughter, 6-year-old Ariana, four years…
The Chattanooga Police Department’s Homicide Unit successfully apprehended third suspect in connection with double homicide
Chattanooga, TN – According to the police officials, the double homicide reportedly took place on May 1, 2024, in the 1100 block of Arlington Avenue. On June 17, 2024, CPD’s Homicide Unit located and arrested 19-year-old Jonathan Sawyer. Sawyer faces multiple serious charges, including First…
CPD’s Gun Team and Narcotics Unit executed search warrant on Pine View Lane, 2 in custody
Chattanooga, TN – According to the police officials, the operation, supported by CPD’s SWAT Team, was part of an ongoing shots fired investigation. Officers observed the occupants involved in multiple hand-to-hand narcotic transactions before the warrant execution. The search uncovered: – 4 handguns – Stolen…
The Tennessee Army National Guard successfully rescued hiker experiencing cardiac emergency in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Chattanooga, TN – Shortly after 7 p.m. on June 12, the Tennessee National Guard and Tennessee Emergency Management Agency (TEMA) were alerted to the situation at Double Spring Gap Shelter, near the North Carolina border. Task Force Smokey quickly assembled a flight crew and dispatched a…
Mom, who completed parenting classes and undergone mental health treatment, regained custody over 3-year-old child only to kill the boy; convicted
Columbus, OHIO – According to the court documents, the 31-year-old mom, later identified as Timeka, is now facing life behind bars after she pleaded guilty to multiple charges, including murder and assault. Prosecutors claim the woman killed her 3-year-old son, Curtis, last year. The little…
Upcoming road construction on I-24 in Coffee County, TDOT officials say
Chtattanooga, TN – According to the TDOT officials, drivers on I-24 in Coffee County should be prepared for upcoming road construction that will impact traffic flow. As part of the bridge replacement project on I-24 at SR 2, Tennessee Department of Transportation contract crews will…
Chattanooga Police Department ramps up efforts for Gun Violence Awareness Month
Chattanooga, TN – In recognition of Gun Violence Awareness Month, the Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) is intensifying its efforts to combat gun violence through community-driven initiatives and strategic partnerships. Gun violence remains a critical issue nationwide, and Chattanooga is no exception. CPD is committed to working…
The Chattanooga Police Department’s Traffic Unit is requesting the public’s assistance to identify the driver of a customized Ford F-150 involved in a fatal hit-and-run
Chattanooga, TN – According to the police officials, right before 3 a.m. on June 8, 2024, Chattanooga Police responded to a report of a pedestrian struck in the 7200 block of Shallowford Road. Upon arrival, officers discovered a 36-year-old woman with life-threatening injuries. Chattanooga Fire and…
Father of 3 dies after ‘really close friend’ approached him demanding device, pistoI-whiping him with gun with weapon going off
Jacksonville, FLORIDA – According to the police officials, the 29-year-old suspect, later identified as Jousha, was taken into custody and later charged with murder after he killed his cIose friend. Police officials said that suspect and the victim, later identified as 29-year-old Joseph, got into…