Traffic delays on interstate 24 westbound after crash at ridge cut
Chattanooga, TN – Last week, westbound lanes of Interstate 24 experienced significant traffic delays following a crash at the Ridge Cut in Chattanooga. The Chattanooga Police Department reported that the incident impacted traffic flow through the westbound corridor, leading to congestion during peak travel conditions….
Lightning strike suspected in apartment fire that displaced multiple families in Hixson
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Fire Department responded to a two-alarm apartment fire Sunday night at the Marina Pointe Apartments in Hixson, where a lightning strike is believed to have sparked the blaze. According to officials, crews were dispatched at approximately 7:22 p.m. on May…
Chattanooga police seize fentanyl, firearms, and cash in months-long narcotics investigation leading to arrest
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department Narcotics Unit has concluded a months-long investigation that resulted in a significant drug seizure and the arrest of a 29-year-old suspect. According to officials, the investigation was conducted in coordination with multiple CPD units and the Drug Enforcement…
Tennessee Sen. Brent Taylor backs new maps, aligns with Trump’s agenda, says he will “continue to fight every single day to ensure the liberals’ harmful, negligent policies never take root in Tennessee”
Tennessee – Tennessee State Senator Brent Taylor has emerged as one of the most vocal Republican supporters of the state’s controversial congressional redistricting plan, which reshapes Memphis’ long-standing Democratic district and strengthens GOP electoral prospects across Tennessee. His support comes as the redistricting effort has…
Tennessee Republicans push redistricting after court wins, Democratic leaders strongly criticize effort, argue map was designed to weaken urban voter influence and consolidate GOP power
Tennessee – Tennessee’s latest congressional redistricting effort emerged from a wider national Republican strategy following recent court decisions that weakened federal voting rights protections. Republican lawmakers in the state moved quickly to redraw congressional boundaries after legal rulings opened the door for mid-decade map changes,…
Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee signs new congressional map, Republicans say it helps “cement President Trump’s agenda,” Democrats call it racial gerrymandering after Memphis district split
Tennessee – Tennessee Governor Bill Lee signed a newly redrawn U.S. House congressional map on May 7, 2026, a move that immediately triggered political backlash, legal challenges, and national attention. The map restructures Tennessee’s congressional districts by dividing Memphis’ historically Democratic and majority-Black district into…
Chattanooga police host Leadership Chattanooga tour of Real Time Intelligence Center
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department recently welcomed members of Leadership Chattanooga for a tour of the department’s Real Time Intelligence Center (RTIC). According to CPD, visitors learned about the history of the RTIC, its role in supporting daily police operations, and the technology…
Chattanooga police celebrate graduation of Spring Community Police Academy class
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department recognized members of its Spring Community Police Academy following their graduation after completing a nine-week program. According to CPD, participants met officers from multiple units and received a behind-the-scenes look at how the department operates and serves the community….
Man killed in officer-involved shooting on Kellys Ferry Road after domestic assault call, officers involved have been placed on administrative leave as TBI investigates
Tennessee – A man was killed Friday following an officer-involved shooting in the 3200 block of Kellys Ferry Road, according to the Chatanooga Police Department. Police said officers responded around 10:30 a.m. on May 8, 2026, to a reported domestic assault involving two parties. After…
Chattanooga police search for suspects accused of using counterfeit $100 bills in local purchases
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department is asking for the public’s help identifying two suspects accused of using counterfeit cash during purchases in the area. According to police, the pair has reportedly been passing fake $100 bills during small transactions and receiving more than $70…