Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee announces passage of Education Freedom Act, disaster relief, and immigration enforcement measures
Tennessee – Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee marked the conclusion of a special legislative session with the passage of his full agenda, including the Education Freedom Act, a disaster relief package, and measures to strengthen immigration enforcement. Lee highlighted the collaboration with the General Assembly in addressing…
Chattanooga Fire Department urges voters to support amendment on residency requirements for first responders
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Fire Department is urging residents to vote in favor of an ordinance change that would amend the city’s charter to allow the hiring of firefighters and police officers from adjoining states. The measure will appear on the ballot for the March…
Chattanooga Police Department announces recent promotions
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department recognized the recent promotions of several officers, highlighting their dedication to serving the community. The department congratulated: – **Sergeant C. Morris** – **Captain S. Bales** – **Lieutenant M. Ortel** Officials expressed pride in their hard work and commitment to…
Three adults and minor displaced following structure fire on Rawlings Street, CFD officials say
Chattanooga, TN – Chattanooga Fire Department crews saved several pets during a duplex fire early Wednesday morning. At 1:07 a.m. on January 29, Blue Shift companies responded to the 1900 block of Rawlings Street after neighbors reported smelling smoke and hearing popping noises. The residents were…
I-40 in Putnam County to experience temporary lane closures for pothole patching
Tennessee – Drivers on I-40 in Putnam County should prepare for temporary lane closures tomorrow, January 31, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. local time, as Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) maintenance crews conduct mobile pothole patching operations. The right lanes in both directions from…
Chattanooga’s Fireman’s Fountain to undergo $175,000 refurbishment
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Fire Department addressed public concerns regarding a notice sign near the Fireman’s Fountain, clarifying that the City of Chattanooga is donating the property where the fountain sits to Hamilton County. While this marks an official transfer, the county has already been…
NCES releases 2024 Nation’s Report Card showing Tennessee students surpassing national averages in reading and math
Tennessee – The National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) released the 2024 Nation’s Report Card, showing Tennessee students exceeding national averages in reading and math. The National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), which evaluates student achievement across selected schools, indicated improvements among the state’s 4th…
Chattanooga Police Department donates repurposed motorcycle to Cohutta Police Department to support community policing
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department has donated a repurposed Harley-Davidson motorcycle to the Cohutta Police Department, assisting the agency after a December 2022 fire destroyed nearly all of its equipment. The motorcycle will be used for community policing and safety education programs, while also…
Tennessee’s agricultural fairs honored at annual convention in Murfreesboro
Tennessee – Tennessee’s agricultural fairs were recognized for their achievements during the 103rd Tennessee Association of Fairs (TAF) Convention, held January 16-18 in Murfreesboro. Nearly 1,000 attendees gathered as the Tennessee Department of Agriculture and TAF presented awards to top county, regional, and state fairs…
CPD investigates hate propaganda in Highland Park, urges community to report similar incidents
Chattanooga, TN – On January 27, 2025, at 8:55 p.m., Chattanooga police responded to reports of Ku Klux Klan (KKK) flyers being distributed in the Highland Park area. Officers spoke with several community members who found the flyers in the roadway, with one witness reporting…