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Largest CPD Academy Class in More Than a Decade Graduates 32 New Officers

February 19, 2026 By Contributed Article Leave a Comment

The Chattanooga Police Department on Thursday graduated 32 cadets from its 22-week police academy, the largest class in more than a decade. By operating its own academy, the Chattanooga Police Department can tailor key portions of its training to address the specific needs of the Chattanooga community while ensuring recruits are fully prepared to uphold […]

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HCSO Conducts Death Investigation on Birchwood Pike

February 18, 2026 By Contributed Article Leave a Comment

On the morning of February 17,  Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office deputies observed a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed south on Birchwood Pike. Deputies attempted to overtake the vehicle to initiate a traffic stop, and the driver pulled off the roadway onto a field near the 12400 block of Birchwood Pike. Once stopped, […]

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McDonald Farm Proposed to be Tennessee’s Newest State Park

February 15, 2026 By Contributed Article Leave a Comment

State of Tennessee officials, State Senator Bo Watson, and Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp today announced plans to create a signature state park at McDonald Farm. Governor Bill Lee’s proposed state budget includes $45.3 million to help transform more than 1,300 acres of the historic property into Tennessee’s next great state park. “Hamilton County has […]

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HCSO Responds to Stabbing Incident on Dayton Pike

February 13, 2026 By Contributed Article Leave a Comment

On Thursday night at approximately 9:35 p.m., a Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office deputy responded to a call regarding a person lying by the roadside near the 12800 block of Dayton Pike. Personnel with the Soddy Daisy Police Department also responded and were first on the scene, finding a victim who had suffered an apparent stab […]

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CPD Makes Arrest in Fatal Wreck on Spring Creek

February 11, 2026 By Contributed Article Leave a Comment

James Bernard has been arrested in connection with the fatal single vehicle crash that occurred September 25, 2025, on the 300 block of Spring Creek Road, which resulted in the death of Paula Soens. Bernard, 53, was taken into custody in the Atlanta area earlier today on outstanding warrants for Vehicular Homicide, DUI, and related […]

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Criminal Court Clerk’s Office Giving Options For Submitting Course Completions

February 10, 2026 By Contributed Article Leave a Comment

The Hamilton County Criminal Court Clerk’s Office is proud to announce a new way for defendants to submit course completions to the Session’s Division of the Clerk’s office.  Previously if a Judge ordered a defendant to complete DUI school, that defendant would have to return to the clerk’s office with a hard copy of the […]

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HCSO Involved in Pursuit on Lee Highway; Driver Arrested

February 9, 2026 By Contributed Article Leave a Comment

On Sunday evening at approximately 8 p.m., Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office deputies were notified of a BOLO for a silver SUV reported to be driving recklessly on Lee Highway coming from Bradley County, swerving and forcing other motorists off the roadway. A short time later, dispatchers reported that a vehicle matching the description had been […]

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Arrest Made in Thursday Homicide in Ooltewah

February 6, 2026 By Contributed Article Leave a Comment

On Thursday afternoon, Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office Deputies were dispatched to a residence at the 7500 block of Snow Cone Way on a report of CPR in progress. Upon arrival, first responders located a female victim and attempted life-saving measures; it was determined she was deceased. The name of the victim is being withheld pending […]

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Fugitive on Lamb for Months Arrested

January 31, 2026 By Contributed Article Leave a Comment

On Friday evening the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office was notified that a fugitive who had evaded law enforcement for approximately ten months, Jeremichael Nicholson, was at Erlanger Hospital visiting another patient. Nicholson was previously arrested, and a bonding company paid more than $100,000 for his release. While out on bond, Nicholson received additional charges. Deputies […]

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Health Department Employee Accused of Stealing Money from Safe

January 28, 2026 By Contributed Article Leave a Comment

On Tuesday, Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to the Hamilton County Health Department building, located on East 3rd Street, after employees discovered approximately $1,100 in cash was missing. After reviewing surveillance video, a current Hamilton County Health Department employee, Anthony Meeks, was identified entering the building after hours, accessing the employee safe, and leaving […]

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VIDEO: City Council Meeting Jan. 22

January 27, 2026 By Contributed Article Leave a Comment

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Catoosa County Service Curtailed Due to Weather

January 25, 2026 By Contributed Article Leave a Comment

Due to inclement weather, many Catoosa County services will be closed or curtailed, officials said Sunday. The Catoosa County Tax Commissioner Offices in Ringgold and Fort Oglethorpe will be closed Monday, January 26, due to the possibility of inclement weather. To recap, Catoosa County Tax Commissioner Offices, Catoosa County Senior Center, Catoosa County Health Department, […]

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City Services Curtailed Due to Weather

January 25, 2026 By Contributed Article Leave a Comment

No Sanitation Service on Monday Due to hazardous weather conditions and in the interest of public safety, the City of East Ridge offices and Library will be closed on Monday, January 26. Local and state emergency agencies continue to report dangerous travel conditions, including low visibility from fog, low-hanging tree limbs, freezing drizzle, and the potential […]

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Warden to Direct Red Wolves Academy

January 22, 2026 By Contributed Article Leave a Comment

The Chattanooga Red Wolves Academy announce the appointment of Greg Warden as the 11v11 Elite Boys Program Director while also serving as Head Coach of Chattanooga Red Wolves II and an Assistant Coach with the club’s USL League One professional team. Warden brings extensive experience in elite youth development, including deep knowledge of the ECNL […]

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Two Arrests Made in Waffle House Killing

January 20, 2026 By Contributed Article Leave a Comment

A man and a woman were arrested and charged in the killing of a customer inside the Waffle House on Sunday evening. According to an East Ridge Police Department press release, Toney Tyrone Allen, 37, of Chattanooga, and Cyntoria Deanna Simmons, 43, of East Ridge were arrested by police on Tuesday. Both have been charged […]

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