New K9 Recruits to be Named after Fallen Five, police officials say
Chattanooga, TN – In a heartfelt tribute to the bravery and sacrifice of the Fallen Five, our K9 unit is proud to announce the addition of two new recruits to our roster. These courageous canines, currently bearing temporary names, will soon be bestowed with the names…
Father, who claims he placed baby wipe on the baby’s chest, but prosecutors say he intentionally shoved the wipe down the child’s throat, was sentenced
Columbus, OHIO – According to the court documents, the young dad, later identified as 20-year-old Traveon, was sentenced to life in prison after he was convicted of the murder of his newborn baby. Prosecutors said the father was sentenced with the possibility of parole after 15…
The Tennessee Department of Tourist Development is extending a warm invitation to cyclists to explore the beauty of Tennessee through 52 newly crafted road cycling routes that meander through the state’s breathtaking landscapes
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, this fresh initiative, named Bike Tennessee, has been officially launched today at BikeTN.com, offering cyclists the opportunity to discover these routes via the Ride with GPS app. Tennessee has proudly earned the title of Ambassador for the…
SUV crashes into Cleveland home, prompting rapid response from the fire department
Cleveland, TN – A normal day turned into a heart-pounding ordeal for one family in Cleveland when an SUV veered off the roadway, careened through their yard, and lodged itself into the back of their home. Amidst the chaos, the Cleveland Fire Department sprang into action,…
TDEC played a pivotal role in facilitating a significant federal grant of $1.5 million, aimed at addressing brownfields within a 13-county service area in partnership with the South Central Tennessee Development District
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, this grant is part of a larger allocation of federal funding for brownfield remediation across Tennessee, totaling $5,632,807, with additional grants of $632,807 for the City of Dunlap and $3.5 million for the City of Chattanooga, as…
Caregiver, who admitted to putting infant down ‘little harder than normal’ leaving the baby with long-term medical consequences, was sentenced!
Minneapolis, MINNESOTA – According to the court documents, the 59-year-old defendant, later identified as MicheIIe, was sentenced to 7 years behind bars after she injured 6-month-old baby severely, leaving the infant in medically-induced coma, fighting for his life. Prosecutors said the child will likely have long-term…
Mother walked into police station only to confess to drowning her toddIer son in fountain along with shooting her 9-year-old daughter dead
Kansas City, MISSOURI – According to the police officials, the mother, later identified as 36-year-old AshIey, reportedly came into the local police headquarters where she admitted to killing her two children, 2 and 9. The woman was taken into custody and later charged with second-degree…
Drivers traveling on SR 153 in Hamilton County should be aware of upcoming road construction activities that will have an impact on traffic
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, Tennessee Valley Authority contract crews are set to commence weekend closures of the SR 153 bridge over the Chickamauga Dam for resurfacing activities. Notably, only one direction of SR 153 will be closed at a time. This…
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency has reported one boating-related fatality over the 2024 Memorial Day holiday weekend
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, the fatality took place on Watts Barr Reservoir, where a 19-year-old male jumped from a boat and failed to resurface. Authorities were alerted shortly after 9 p.m., and his body was recovered from 24 feet of water just…
Major Montgomery of Chattanooga Police Department completes Police Leadership Academy, police officials say
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department is proud to announce the remarkable achievement of Major Montgomery, who recently graduated from the prestigious Police Leadership Academy. Major Montgomery dedicated five months to rigorous training, honing essential skills in decision-making, conflict resolution, and community engagement. The Police…