The Tennessee Department of Human Services is providing extra support to thousands of families who receive monthly cash assistance through the state’s Families First program
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, this the payment will provide extra support to Families First participants as they begin to prepare for the upcoming 2022-2023 school year. State officials have announced that households with an active, ongoing case in the Families First…
The Department of Revenue will host a free webinar for new businesses
Chattanooga, TN – According to the Department of Revenue officials, all participants will learn about state tax obligations for new businesses in Tennessee and about other resources that may help their businesses. Each new business webinar, offered quarterly, covers topics such as tax registration, sales…
TBI agents are investigating an officer-involved shooting Monday night in Houston County
Erin, TN – According to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, this incident occurred around 9:07 p.m. Monday night. It happened on Highway 149 near Substation Loop. Erin Police Department officer attempted to make a traffic stop of a driver. The driver pulled over in a…
Police: Juvenile suffers serious injuries after struck by a pickup truck on Dodson Avenue
Chattanooga, TN – Chattanooga Police Department officials said this incident occurred on Tuesday. It happened at 1420 Dodson Avenue. Chattanooga Police Department officers responded to a report of a crash involving a 9-year-old pedestrian. Police said the 9-year-old female pedestrian was struck by a pickup truck…
Woman, who was not vaccinated against COVID-19 when she contracted the virus, says she was paralyzed from the waist down and had to learn how to walk and breathe on her own again
According to the health officials, the infectious period varies from person to person and most people with COVID-19 will have a mild illness and will recover in a few days. Doctors said that people at higher risk of serious illness may take weeks to recover…
Attorney General Slatery issued a statement following the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization
Chattanooga, TN – Attorney General Slatery issued the following statement: “Today, the United States Supreme Court issued its decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization. It overruled the Roe and Casey decisions establishing a federal constitutional right to have an abortion. Today’s decision restores…
16-year-old suspect charged with criminal homicide for Monday night’s fatal stabbing of 14-year-old on Dickerson Pike
Nashville, TN – Metro Police said the 16-year-old suspect was arrested and taken into custody on Thursday. Her name is Isabelle Jocson and she is now charged with criminal homicide for Monday night’s fatal stabbing of 14-year-old Malia Powell in the parking lot of the Wal-Mart…
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Foundation has put together 10 outstanding outdoor experience packages and says additional 100 prizes will be awarded in its 2022 Tennessee Conservation Raffle
Chattanooga, TN – According to the statement, this year’s Conservation Raffle is again highlighted by a $50,000 voucher which can be applied to a new vehicle from any Mid-South Ford dealership. Officials have announced that an additional 100 winners will receive a bone trapper knife….
Police search for suspect who broke into numerous cars during a school event at Thurman Francis Arts Academy
Smyrna, TN – According to the Smyrna Police Department, this incident occurred on June 17. Police officials said the unidentified suspect reportedly broke into numerous cars during a school event at Thurman Francis Arts Academy. The suspect then used numerous credit cards belonging to the…
CFD cadet received a life-saving medal for his actions following a shooting in Downtown Chattanooga that involved multiple victims
Chattanooga, TN – According to the statement, his name is Zack Trimboli and he reportedly rushed over to the wounded to render aid, using the skills and knowledge he’s gained during the Chattanooga Fire Academy. CFD officials said that the incident occurred on May 28, 2022 while…