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 April 2
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift April 1: B Squad 26-002920- 3200 BLK Castle Avenue- Shots Fired - Police responded to this area and spoke with … [Read More...]
ERPD Arrests March 27-31
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from March 27-31. An arrest does not mean that a person has been … [Read More...]
Law and Order April 1
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift March 31: A Squad 26-0029890 – 3500 BLK Ringgold Road - Disorder - Police responded after a disagreement over … [Read More...]
Law and Order March 31
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift March 27: B Squad 26-002750 – 4300 BLK Ringgold Road – Theft - Police spoke with the manager who stated that an … [Read More...]
Additional Suspects in McCallie Avenue Homicide Arrested
Chattanooga Police have charged two additional suspects in the double homicide that occurred on January 12, 2026 in the 2000 block of McCallie Avenue. Keyonna Byrd, 18, is charged with two counts of … [Read More...]
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Red Wolves Battle to Draw on the Road
LANCASTER, C.A. – By a final score of 2-2, the Chattanooga Red Wolves tie AV Alta in their second game of the season. A grave tone was set immediately in the 1st minute, when AV Alta’s Adam Aoumaich deflected the ball just over Jason Smith with a surprise header. Unbending, the Red Wolves equalized not long after in the 19th minute, when Tobi Adewole executed a superior header from the side of the 6-yard box- it whistled smoothly over Alta’s goalie and crushed the team’s lead. In the 24th … [Read More...]
Municipal Court Docket March 31
The following people are scheduled to appear in East Ridge Municipal Court on Tuesday, March 31. Court is held at City Hall on Tombras Avenue. Melissa Arnold aka/Connar - Forgery (3), Theft under $1,000. Amy Barbee - Assault (4), Disorderly (2), Assault on Police. Joshua Locklin - Aggravated Domestic Assault, False Imprisonment, 911 Interference, No DL, Evading (2), Reckless Driving, Felony Evading, Registration, Red Light Violation. Michael Nowlin - Possession Meth. Mario Perez Rosario - … [Read More...]
Law and Order March 27
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift March 26: A Squad 26-002709 - Mchann Drive / Fountain Avenue - Suspicious Activity - Police were notified by an elderly resident that she was almost hit by a riding lawn mower while driving home. Police located the operator of the lawn mower and advised him to be careful. 26-002716 – 1600 BLK Mack Smith Road - Deceptive Practice - The caller reported that she had received a call from a male who identified … [Read More...]
ERPD Arrests March 23-26
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from March 23-26. 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. Monday, March 23 HAND, CHRISTOPHER MICHAEL704 S SEMINOLE DRIVE EAST RIDGE, 37412Age at Arrest: 31 years oldArresting Agency: East RidgeCharges: DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCEPOSSESSION OF … [Read More...]
GOP Senator Scoffs at Tennessee Guns Group
This article is from Tennessee Lookout A day after killing ten bills, including a move that would let people carry guns just about anywhere, Republican Sen. Todd Gardenhire found himself in the crosshairs of the Tennessee Firearms Association. He shot back. Gardenhire, a veteran Chattanooga lawmaker who chairs the Senate Judiciary Committee, said the firearms group hadn’t “darkened” his door for years yet continued to bash him. They also hammered nearly every other Republican in the state for … [Read More...]
Law and Order March 26
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Night Shift March 25: C Squad 26-002699 – 1400 BLK Ringgold Road– Search Warrant / Arrest - Utilizing information from another investigation, Police secured a search warrant for a room at the motel based on credible evidence for the presence of methamphetamine. Inside the room, ERPD located a woman with approximately 56 grams of suspected Methamphetamine in her possession. Additionally, Police located 114 THC pods, … [Read More...]
Law and Order March 25
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift March 24: B Squad 26-002640 – 200 BLK Eads Street- Theft - The caller reported the theft of a couch she had delivered to her apartment. She had received notification from the delivery company that the item had been delivered outside of her apartment; however, upon her arrival it was not located. The complainant stated she verified the item's status was delivered with the company and the apartment complex had not … [Read More...]
Law and Order March 24
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift March 20: A Squad 26-002501 - John Ross/Ringgold Rd. - Unconscious Person - Police were dispatched to the intersection of John Ross and Ringgold Road for an unconscious male in his vehicle. On arrival the man was semi-conscious. Patrol observed him attempting to hide a crumbled piece of burnt tin foil. Police detained the party and found he had a warrant out of Catoosa County for Aggravated Assault. Officers … [Read More...]
The Lineup Music Series to Energize Northwest Georgia Amphitheater
Family Friendly Friday Nights from May through June RiINGGOLD _ Friday nights come alive with the return of "The Lineup" live music series that brings free, family friendly entertainment to the Northwest Georgia Amphitheater. “The Lineup”, presented by Catoosa County Parks & Recreation, begins Friday, May 1 and continues every Friday night until July 3, which is the planned 2026 Catoosa County Fireworks Fest. Live bands take the Northwest Georgia Amphitheater stage at 8:00 p.m. Food and … [Read More...]
ERPD Arrests March 19-22
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from March 19-22. 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. Thursday, March 19 PEREZ, EVONNE JEANETTE621 DEER TRL. NW DALTON, 30721Age at Arrest: 31 years oldArresting Agency: East RidgeCharges: DUIVIOLATING IMPLIED CONSENT LAW (BOATING)CRIMINAL … [Read More...]
Municipal Court Docket March 24
The following individuals are scheduled to appear in East Ridge Municipal Court on Tuesday, March 24. Court is held at City Hall on Tombras Avenue and begins at 3 p.m. Amy Barbee - Assault (4), Disorderly (2), Assault on Police. Kristopher Hardeman - Sexual Battery, Vandalism. Michael Jones - Revoked DL for DUI. Hannah Karkulenko - Drug Paraphernalia. Jerry Morris - Possession Controlled Substance/PTR. Sheila Shelton aka/McDowell - Theft of Property (2), Criminal Trespass. Jennifer Swanson - … [Read More...]
Chattanooga Police Investigating Homicide on South Germantown Road
The Chattanooga Police Department is investigating a shooting that left one person dead and another injured early Sunday morning. At 2:06 a.m., CPD officers responded to a reported shooting in the 0 block of South Germantown Road. Upon arrival they found two victims with gunshot wounds. Both were transported to a local hospital by Hamilton County EMS. One victim (16-year-old male) was pronounced dead, the other victim (18-year-old male) sustained non-life-threatening gunshot wounds. Homicide and … [Read More...]
VIDEO: City Council Meeting March 12
ERPD Arrests March 16-18
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from March 16-18. 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. Monday, March 16 KARKULENKO, HANNAH FRANCES ROMA9978 MOONLIGHT TRL SODDY DAISY, 37379Age at Arrest: 29 years oldArresting Agency: East RidgeCharges: FAILURE TO APPEARPOSSESSION OF DRUG … [Read More...]
Law and Order March 18
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift March 17: A Squad 26-002415 – 1000 BLK South Seminole Drive - Suspicious vehicle/Arrest - Officers got out with a white Nissan at the above location after the owners of the property approached officers stating that the driver appeared passed out behind the wheel. After the driver was woken up and removed from the vehicle, Probable Cause was found to search the vehicle after a positive K9 alert. The vehicle … [Read More...]