Man told poIice his girIfriend’s chiId was not weIcome at his pIace after heIping the woman empty her apartment and Ieave the chiId behind without any means of contact, while the parent cIaimed a famiIy member was supposed to pick up the chiId after schooI: DA
Texas – A Texas man and his girlfriend were taken into custody and charged with abndoning and endangering a chiId without intent to return after reportedly moving out of the woman’s home, leaving the chiId, 12, behind without any means of contact. According to the…
Dad, whose baby was shown hoIding a firearm, an aIcohoI bottIe, and iIIegal drugs, who claims it beIonged to someone eIse, admitted to being aware of the content while stating it was not meant to be serious after arranging one of them; charged
Florida – A Florida man was taken into custody last week after authorities discovered photos depicting his chiIdren with iIIegaI drugs, firearms and aIcohoI. The images, some reportedly taken up to three years ago, were shared with deputies and child welfare officials by an anonymous source…
Chattanooga police participate in Avondale Community Center trunk-or-treat
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department joined the Avondale Community Center’s trunk-or-treat event, spending time with children dressed as Spiderman, dinosaurs, princesses, and more. Officers engaged with families and community members while participating in the Halloween festivities, which included candy and other activities for…
Chattanooga launches pilot programs for curbside composting and glass recycling
Chattanooga, TN – The City of Chattanooga will introduce two new pilot programs aimed at reducing landfill waste and promoting responsible recycling, running now through June 30, 2026. In partnership with NewTerra Composting and Overlooked Materials, select residents will have access to curbside food waste…
Chattanooga firefighter honored with Semper Paratus Award
Chattanooga, TN – Firefighter Thomas Clark of Ladder 5 Blue Shift was recognized for his exemplary service by the Rotary Club of Chattanooga Hamilton Place during a ceremony honoring area first responders. Fire Chief Terry Knowles nominated and introduced Clark, who received the “Semper Paratus”…
Chattanooga to hold retirement ceremony for longtime community center manager
Chattanooga, TN – The City of Chattanooga Department of Community Development invited the public and Lookout Valley community to celebrate the career of Jimmy C. Long, longtime Manager of the John A. Patten Community Center, at his Retirement Ceremony and Open Hours Reception on Thursday,…
Chattanooga Police introduce BARK9 as part of community outreach
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department introduced BARK9, a friendly bulldog serving with the Police Activities League. The name BARK9 stands for Brave, Active, Reliable, and Knowledgeable, reflecting the qualities the department values. BARK9’s mission is to create memorable interactions, build trust, entertain, and…
Chattanooga prepares for 16th annual Guns & Hoses charity event
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department announced that the 16th annual Guns & Hoses event is scheduled for Friday, October 24, 2025. The event features a friendly boxing match between local police and fire chiefs, with Chief Chambers and Chief Knowles recently holding a…