Following a nationwide recruitment process, the City of East Ridge has selected Brian Koral as its next City Manager. The East Ridge City Council unanimously approved his appointment at the regularly … [Read More...]
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Law and Order May 5
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift May 1: B Squad 26-003989 - 4214 Ringgold Road - Suspicious Package - A Goodwill employee advised he had received a … [Read More...]
‘Stamp Out Hunger’ Drive on for May 9
Each year, letter carriers across the country head out on their routes on the second Saturday in May to collect donations of non-perishable food items to benefit local food pantries. Since launching … [Read More...]
TBI Investigating CPD Officer-Involved Shooting
On Saturday night at approximately 9:40, Chattanooga Police responded to a possible hostage situation call in the 2200 block of E 27th Street Ct. The caller reported a suspect on the second floor … [Read More...]
CPD Investigating Hwy. 58 Homicide
The Chattanooga Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred at approximately 1:00 am Sunday in the 4600 block of Hwy 58. Officers responded to a report of a person shot. Upon arrival, … [Read More...]
Roadwork Slated for S. Mack Smith
The City of East Ridge advises residents and motorists of planned roadway safety improvements scheduled to begin Wednesday, May 6, weather permitting, after 9:00 am on S. Mack Smith Road. This work … [Read More...]
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Red Wolves Fall to Boise on the Road
The Chattanooga Red Wolves fell to AC Boise, 2-1, in a USL League One match on the road on Saturday. The Red Wolves will try to get back into the win column this Saturday at CHI Memorial Stadium as it hosts Sarasota. Boise set the tone early in the 2nd minute with a powerful corner kick by midfielder Tumi Moshobane. A second attempt was had in the 8th with a long-distance strike, but Jason Smith delivered a stunning flying punch to banish the opportunity. Mercer took the first shot on target in … [Read More...]
Lee Wants Special Session to Redraw State’s U.S. House Map
This article is from Tennessee Lookout Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee has called a special session to redraw the state’s U.S. House map as the party tries to eliminate the only Democratic-held seat in Memphis. Lee is calling on state lawmakers to return to the state Capitol on May 5 to pass a new Tennessee U.S. congressional district map, less than two weeks after the state legislature wrapped its annual session. On Wednesday, the U.S. Supreme Court struck down a key provision of the Voting Rights Act … [Read More...]
Municipal Court Docket May 5
The following people are scheduled to appear in East Ridge Municipal Court on Tuesday, May 5. Court is held at City Hall on Tombras Avenue and begins at 3 p.m. Zackery Dillard - DUI. Rebecacah Lawson - DUI/2nd, Unlawful Use of Inhalants, Due Care, Child Neglect/PTR. John Allen Moore III - Harassment/Capias. Jasiah Robinson - Vandalism/PTR. Luis Rudas Seranos - Simple Possession, No DL. Michael Steele - Aggravated Domestic, Theft/Auto. Randall Treat - Possession Controlled Substance, Drug … [Read More...]
HCSO Narcotics Unit Seizes Large Amount of Illegal Drugs, 2 Arrested
Recently, the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office K-9 unit initiated a traffic stop on Interstate 75. As a result of this stop, deputies recovered approximately six ounces of fentanyl and two ounces of methamphetamine. The driver and passenger, identified as Garry Brown and Justin Binford, were both taken into custody and booked on narcotics charges. A subsequent investigation was then initiated and conducted in coordination with HCSO Narcotics and Special Investigations, the Bureau of Alcohol, … [Read More...]
Law and Order May 1
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift April 30: B Squad 26-003946- 700 BLK Germantown Circle- Mental Health - Police responded to a mental health crisis at Germantown Circle; a man was experiencing hallucinations and had caused disorder in the apartment. He requested treatment and was transported without incident. 26-003949 – 6600 BLK Ringgold Road- Traffic stop - Police initiated a traffic stop on an unregistered vehicle. The driver identified … [Read More...]
ERPD Arrests April 26-29
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from April 26-29. An arrest does not mean that a person has been convicted of a crime. All persons arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Sunday, April 26 DAVENPORT, MARKELL D300 W MIDVALE AVE CHATTANOOGA, 37405Age at Arrest: 25 years oldArresting Agency: East RidgeCharges: DOMESTIC ASSAULT GRAHAM, TY KELA SELINA1216 SHOLAR AVE … [Read More...]
CPD Investigating Coolidge Park Shooting
On Wednesday at 2:20 p.m., Chattanooga Police officers responded to a Shots Fired call in the 100 block of River Street. Upon arrival, officers located evidence of gunfire. They were also informed that one person showed up at a hospital by personal vehicle with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound. CPD Homicide and Crime Scene responded to process the scene and continue the investigation. Preliminary investigation indicates the 16-year-old male victim was standing in a parking lot when someone … [Read More...]
Law and Order April 30
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift April 29: B Squad 26-003573- 3500 BLK Shelby Circle- Auto Theft Recovery - HCSO located a stolen vehicle taken from Shelby Circle in East Ridge. The vehicle was located on a tow truck and no longer contained an engine. HCSO was also able to locate the suspect from this theft who was taken into custody on his outstanding East Ridge auto theft warrant. 26-003909/003912 – 4100 BLK Greenbriar Road/4100 BLK East … [Read More...]
FOP Endorses Dean in Criminal Court Clerk Campaign
The Fraternal Order of Police Rock City Lodge 22 is officially endorsing Vince Dean in the race for Criminal Court Clerk. Dean is being challenged in the May 5th primary election, as well as in the August 6th general election. A statement released by the Lodge stated, “The Fraternal Order of Police Rock City Lodge is proud to endorse Vince Dean for Criminal Court Clerk. Vince Dean served the City of Chattanooga as a police oicer, and continues to serve Hamilton County as Criminal Court … [Read More...]
HCSO Arrests Woman for First-Degree Premeditated Murder
On Wednesday, April 29, HCSO Criminal Investigations Unit Detectives took Sharon Wilson into custody following their intensive investigation into a fatal residential fire that happened on January 7, 2026. It was determined during the investigation that Wilson intentionally set her residence on fire, resulting in the death of her husband, Michael Wilson. Detectives presented the case to a Hamilton County Grand Jury, and an indictment for her arrest was obtained. Wilson is being held at the … [Read More...]
Law and Order April 29
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift April 28: A Squad 26-002698- 601 Justice Way- Warrant Service - A suspect was served with two arrest warrants (child endangerment) while in custody at Hamilton County Jail. 26-003878- 6700 BLK Ringgold Road- Burglary - Officers responded to the storage facility regarding stolen property from a rented unit. ERPD spoke with the complainant who stated his key was unable to unlock the lock on his storage unit. He … [Read More...]
Law and Order April 28
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift April 24: B Squad 26-003721 -5800 BLK Ringgold Road– Burglary - Police responded to the listed address after the owner arrived to find a rear entry glass door shattered. Inside several doors were breached, a few items were relocated, and a bookbag was emptied onto the floor of one of the rooms with a 9mm firearm missing. The owner of the firearm is attempting to locate a serial number so it can be placed into … [Read More...]
CPD Arrests Suspect in Hickory Valley Road Homicide
The Chattanooga Police Department arrested a man in connection to a homicide that occurred just after midnight on April 27, 2026. CPD officers responded to a person shot call in the 1500 block of Hickory Valley Road. Upon arrival, police found the victim, a 27-year-old man, deceased in a hallway between apartment units. CPD's Homicide Unit responded to the scene to conduct the investigation and subsequently identified the suspect as 21-year-old Randall Brady. While investigators … [Read More...]
Red Wolves Fall to Corpus Christi in USL Cup Action
Corpus Christi shutout the Red Wolves, 1-0, Saturday night at CHI Memorial Stadium in USL Cup action. Corpus Christi's Blake Bowen scored the lone goal of the game in the 6th minute. The Wolves’ next home match is May 9, where they’ll be battling Sarasota Paradise. The Red Wolves seized ball control and maintained it throughout the first half. Corpus Christi’s Arthur Medina sustained a yellow card in the 11th, and Tobi Adewole in the 42nd. The action burned largely in Corpus Christi’s third, … [Read More...]
Planned Water Main Improvements Underway in East Ridge Through June 5
Tennessee American Water is currently conducting a planned water main replacement project impacting portions of East Ridge. The infrastructure improvement project began April 13, and is expected to continue through approximately June 5, weather permitting. The project is part of ongoing efforts to strengthen aging infrastructure, improve system reliability, and support long-term water service for customers throughout the area. Based on the project map, the primary affected area includes … [Read More...]