East Ridge will be represented by two new faces in Hamilton County government for the next four years; Katie Perkins and Joshua Wichman, both Democrats. Wichman, a newcomer to East Ridge and to … [Read More...]
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HCSO Motorcycle Pursuit Leads to Juvenile’s Arrest
On Monday at around 10 p.m., a Hamilton County Sheriff's Office Lieutenant observed a motorcycle traveling at a high rate of speed on US-27 North and activated their vehicle’s emergency equipment to … [Read More...]
Law and Order August 25
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift August 24: B Squad26-008127- 1000 BLK South Seminole Drive- Domestic Assault Arrest - Police responded to a … [Read More...]
Supreme Court Lifts Pause on Trump Mail-Ballot Order
This article is from Tennessee Lookout WASHINGTON — With just over two months until the November midterms, the U.S. Supreme Court gave way Monday for President Donald Trump to have a hand in … [Read More...]
Collegedale Investing in Public Safety; Adds Four New Officers
COLLEGEDALE, Tenn. _ The Collegedale Police Department has hired four additional police officers, increasing the department’s full-time sworn strength from 29 to 33 officers. The new positions were … [Read More...]
HCSO Recovers Gun from Ooltewah High; Juvenile Charged
On Monday morning, Hamilton County Sheriff's Office Unit deputies responded to Ooltewah High School to assist the assigned school resource deputy (SRD) and the school’s administration with a report of … [Read More...]
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How Tennessee Would Replace Marsha Blackburn in the Senate if She is Elected Governor
This article is from Tennessee Lookout U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn plans to choose her replacement for the U.S. Senate if she’s elected governor in November. Blackburn made this announcement to the Nashville Banner ahead of her primary victory in August. But it has also raised state and federal constitutional questions because, by law, Tennessee’s governor makes the appointment and no public official has held both a U.S. Senate seat and gubernatorial office at the same time. Blackburn’s … [Read More...]
Law and Order Aug. 24
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift August 23: A Squad 26-008108 - 4400 BLK Bennett Road – Pursuit of Vehicle/ Arrest - Police were almost struck by a vehicle who disregarded the stop sign at Bennett Road and McBrien Road. The vehicle then proceeded at a high rate of speed northbound on Tombras Avenue weaving in and out of traffic almost striking a truck in the oncoming lane. Police initiated a stop at the intersection of Ringgold Road and Tombras … [Read More...]
Law and Order Aug. 23
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift August 21: Alpha Team 26-008019- 3600 BLK Ringgold Road- Theft of Property - Management called reporting a male with warrants was inside the store. The suspect was taken into custody on five outstanding East Ridge warrants for theft of property. He was transported to Hamilton County Jail without incident. 26-008015 - 4214 Ringgold Road - Warrant Service - A woman was served two East Ridge warrants while in … [Read More...]
Red Wolves Get Draw at Home
The Red Wolves battled the New York Cosmos to a 3-3 draw Saturday at CHI Memorial Stadium in USL League One action. The Wolves will try to get back in the win column next Saturday when they host AC Boise. Kickoff marked the beginning of the first-ever clash between the Wolves and the Cosmos, and Pedro Hernandez marked the tone. A breakthrough in the first thirty seconds put Yanis Lelin in front of the goalie, and after his shot was deflected, Pedro appeared from the horde of players to relaunch … [Read More...]
Banning THC May Blow $110 Million Hole in State Budget
This article is from Tennessee Lookout Tennessee Republican lawmakers banned popular cannabinoid-derived hemp products starting in July, and after one month of sales tax collections, projections are on pace for a $110 million loss. The state’s new hemp laws ban smokable products and, in particular THCA, which several industry groups estimated made up 75% of Tennessee’s cannabinoid market. When lit on fire, THCA essentially turns into THC, the psychoactive ingredient in marijuana that is illegal … [Read More...]
ERPD Arrests Aug 16-22
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from August 16-22. 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, August 16 BARNES, SYNDAL LEEANN548 AKINS RD CHICKAMAUGA, 30728Age at Arrest: 34 years oldArresting Agency: East RidgeCharges: SIMPLE POSSESSION OF METHSIMPLE POSSESION OF SCHEDULE … [Read More...]
CPD Investigating Fatal Crash
The Chattanooga Police Department is investigating a single-vehicle crash in which the driver succumbed to their injuries. On Saturday morning at approximately 1:36 a.m., the CPD DUI/Traffic Unit responded to a single-vehicle motorcycle crash on Highway 153 Southbound near the Lee Highway on-ramp. Responding officers located the driver, a 27-year-old male, who sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene by Hamilton County EMS. Preliminary investigation indicates the … [Read More...]
Municipal Court Docket August 25
The following people are scheduled to appear in East Ridge Municipal Court on Tuesday, August 25. Court is held at City Hall on Tombras Avenue and begins at 3 p.m. Marcus Arnold - Child Abuse, Possession Firearm/Felony/PTR, Unlawful Possession Firearm, Possession Marijuana/Resale, Drug Paraphernalia. Sean Carney - Possession Meth/Resale, Possession Fentanyl/Resale, Drug Paraphernalia, Suspended DL, Insurance. Stewart Garner - Fraud Use of Credit Card/Capias (9). David Glover - Indecent Exposure, … [Read More...]
Law and Order Aug. 21
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift August 20: B Squad 26-007994- 2100 BLK McBrien Road- Traffic Stop - Police conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle that continued into the State of Georgia. During the investigation, the occupants were found to be in possession of drug paraphernalia. One was also found to have an active warrant out of Catoosa County, Georgia. The Catoosa County Sheriff’s Office responded and assisted with the … [Read More...]
Law and Order August 20
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift August 19: B Squad 26-007959- 3600 BLK Ringgold Road- Theft - The business reported a suspect stole merchandise on five separate occasions over the course of two months. The most notable theft was a bottle of Dom Perignon with a value of $330. Warrants for theft are being sought. 26-007960 - 4214 Ringgold Road - Miscellaneous - A citizen, who wished to remain anonymous, requested a phone call from police about … [Read More...]
Red Wolves Edged on the Road
The Chattanooga Red Wolves suffered a road loss to Sarasota Paradise 3-2, in USL League One action on Wednesday. This Saturday, the Wolves will return home for a game against the New York Cosmos. This will be the first-ever interaction between the two sides. Inclement weather pushed the match back an hour. The Red Wolves soldiered through nonetheless, readying themselves for the awaiting game in Sarasota. Anderson Rosa got the scoring started for Florida in the 18th, with a surprising shot from … [Read More...]
Law and Order Aug. 19
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift August 18: A Squad 26-007916 – 6700 BLK Ringgold Road - SIA / Arrest - Police were flagged down by a concerned citizen regarding a possible intoxicated driver at the fuel station. Police made contact with the driver and his passenger, who both appeared nervous. Officers were informed that there was methamphetamine inside the vehicle. A search of the vehicle was conducted, and police located 1.8g of … [Read More...]
State Reports $1.2 Billion Surplus in Last Fiscal Year
Tennessee Lookout Tennessee’s next governor will enter office with a $1.2 billion surplus, after the state finalized the books on its most recent fiscal year. State Finance and Administration Commissioner Jim Bryson said in a news release that the surplus was partly driven by inflation and higher-than-expected corporate tax collections. “It’s important to remain cautious,” Bryson said. “These corporate estimated payments may require some adjustments.” Tennessee had a budget of nearly $60 … [Read More...]
Law and Order Aug. 18
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift August 17: A Squad 26-007888 – 4200 BLK Ringgold Road - Traffic Violation / Narcotics Violation - Police initiated a traffic stop for a seatbelt violation. Officers observed the odor of marijuana coming from the vehicle. A probable cause search of the vehicle was conducted where an open container of alcohol and suspected marijuana were found. The driver was found to be in possession of LSD. The driver was cited, … [Read More...]
Food City Presents Check to ER Elementary under ‘School Bucks’ Program
ABINGDON, VA – Each year, the Food City School Bucks program awards $800,000 to more than 1,000 participating schools. Company officials are currently presenting checks from the 2025–2026 program. “Food City is committed to supporting the education of our youth,” said Steven C. Smith, Food City president and chief executive officer. “Our School Bucks Program provides much-needed support to schools across our market area. Since the program’s inception, we’ve awarded more than $24.5 million to … [Read More...]