Hamilton County Health Department investigations reveal that many of the new cases of COVID infection are occurring within households. Typically, a household member becomes infected outside of the home, such as in a workplace or social gathering, and then brings the virus home and infects others living there. These household infections occur quickly, and both […]

Sheriff Jim Hammond, Chief Deputy Austin Garrett, and the men and women of the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office are proud to announce the HCSO has been reaccredited by the prestigious Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA). The HCSO was initially accredited by CALEA in 2013 at the directive of Sheriff Jim Hammond […]

The Hamilton County Health Department announces a potential COVID-19 exposure at the Chattanooga Cigar Club, located on 1518 Market St. Case investigations revealed that individuals attended the cigar and cocktail lounge during their COVID-19 infectious period between November 7, at 10:30 PM and 2:00 AM November 8. The Health Department recommends anyone who patronized this […]

DISTRICT 29 HAMILTON COUNTY SR-153 resurfacing from north of SR-58 (LM 4.8) to the Tennessee River Bridge (LM 6.5): On Thursday,11/12 & Friday, 11/13 (9AM-3PM), there will be inside lane closures to support the installation of construction signs. Beginning Monday, 11/16 – Thursday (8PM -6AM) there will be nightly lane closures to support a milling […]

The Hamilton County Health Department announces possible COVID-19 exposures at the following locations/dates: November 2 and 3: Hamilton County General Sessions, 600 Market St, Chattanooga, TN 37402 Hamilton County Chancery Court, 625 Georgia Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37402 Hamilton County Circuit Court, 625 Georgia Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37402 Superior Court of Catoosa County – Civil Division, […]

As the Thanksgiving holiday approaches and more drivers hit the roads, the East Ridge Police Department is partnering with the Tennessee Highway Safety Office (THSO) to remind motorists to “Click It or Ticket.” From November 16 – 29.Participating agencies across the state will increase seat belt enforcement as part of the National Highway Traffic Safety […]

According to a press release by the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office, an inmate has died at Silverdale and an investigation into the death has been initiated. On Saturday morning, CoreCivic personnel called for medical assistance after an inmate housed in the Medical Ward at Silverdale Detention Center was found to be experiencing a medical emergency. […]

The Hamilton County Health Department wants residents to know what their risks are this Thanksgiving holiday and how they can protect themselves and others from COVID-19. Typical holiday gatherings and activities could cause people to come in contact with the COVID-19 virus. “We understand that families and friends want to celebrate this holiday season,” said […]

District 29 HAMILTON COUNTY SR-319 Repair of the bridge over the Tennessee River and Riverpark Drive (LM 2.2): The contractor will be performing repair operations to the bridge that will require lane closures in both directions. Extra caution should be observed of trucks entering and exiting the work-zone. During this report period the outside shoulder […]

The Hamilton County Health Department announces a COVID-19 exposure at the Texas Roadhouse, 7035 Amin Dr, Chattanooga, TN 37421, near Hamilton Place. Case investigations revealed that an individual worked in the restaurant during their COVID-19 infectious period from October 26-November 3, 2020. The Health Department recommends anyone who patronized the restaurant during this period be […]