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CPD Investigating Sunday Morning Homicide
The Chattanooga Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred at approximately 02:45 a.m. Sunday morning in the 4400 block of Amnicola Hwy. When officers arrived, they found an … [Read More...]
Arrest Made in N. Germantown Shooting
The Chattanooga Police Department has arrested a suspect in connection with a non-fatal shooting that occurred on July 4, 2026, in the 800 block of North Germantown Road. Officers responded to a … [Read More...]
ERPD Arrests June 28-July 4
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from June 28-July 4. An arrest does not mean that a person has been … [Read More...]
Municipal Court Docket July 7
The following people are scheduled to appear in East Ridge Municipal Court on Tuesday, July 7. Court is held at City Hall and begins at 3 p.m. Carlon Bowman - Possession Controlled … [Read More...]
Law and Order July 2
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift July 1: A Squad 26-006129 – 900 BLK Spring Creek Road - Traffic Stop / Arrest - Police observed a SUV traveling at … [Read More...]
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Red Wolves Lose Close One on Road
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas – The Chattanooga Red Wolves have fallen to Corpus Christi SC, 2-1, Sunday in USL League One action. Way out in Texas, the stage was set for a rematch between the Sharks and the Wolves. Halfway through the season, with both teams hungry for more points, it was an aggressive bout right off the bat. Corpus Christi went to work early with a clean shot by their Jake Keegan in the 4th, who launched it backward over his head to earn an early lead. From then onward, it was all … [Read More...]
Red Wolves Blank Westchester SC
The Chattanooga Red Wolves downed Westchester SC, 2-0, Wednesday at CHI Memorial Stadium in USL League One action. The Wolves went to work right off the bat. No more inconsistent defense, just the brutal hammer of business. A handful of shots were made in the first half alone, several courtesy of Omar Hernandez. From a savage cross that went just wide to a diligent corner almost capitalized on with a header, the cracks in Westchester’s confidence spiderwebbed further and further. Though the … [Read More...]
Law and Order July 1
The following information is courtesy of the ERPD. Day Shift June 30: B Squad 26-006110- 400 BLK McBrien Road- Suspicious person - Police responded to the above location regarding a suspicious male who visited the business on the previous night at approximately 2130 hours. The male, described as wearing a tan button-up shirt, black shorts, a green hat, black Vans shoes, blue/black gloves, and openly carrying a handgun, asked a female employee personal questions about her work schedule and … [Read More...]
Mayor Wamp Proposes One-Year Moratorium on Data Centers
Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp today announced a proposal for a one-year moratorium on new data centers to gather community input and further study the impacts on rural communities. The proposed moratorium marks the first major initiative of the new Hamilton County Planning Department, which officially begins operations July 1. “Developments like data centers, with the potential to negatively affect our unincorporated communities, are exactly why we established a county planning department,” … [Read More...]
Trimble Named Statesman of the Year in Third District
On Saturday, Arch Trimble IV was presented the 2026 Statesman of the Year for the Third District of Tennessee award by Congressman Chuck Fleischmann in Nashville. At the 2026 Statesmans dinner hosted by the Tennessee Republican Party, Arch Trimble IV was chosen as the Third District’s Statesman of the Year. Previous Third District recipients have included State Representative Greg Vital, Hamilton County Trustee Bill Hullander, Senator Bob Corker, and long-time business leaders Ronnie Barnes and … [Read More...]
Law and Order June 30
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift June 26: A Squad 26-005935 – 10 BLK Frawley Road– Warrant Service / Narcotics Arrest - Police were informed that a subject was seen around the dead end of Frawley Road and had an active warrant. Police searched the area and located the man and took him into custody. Upon an inventory search of his property, he was found to possess 0.4 grams of methamphetamine. His companion was found to have active sessions … [Read More...]
East Ridge Offices Closed in Observance of Independence Day
The City of East Ridge offices and Library will be closed Friday, July 3, 2026, in observance of Independence Day. All properties scheduled for Friday garbage pick-up will be collected on Monday, July 6, 2026. To ensure prompt service, please make sure to place your trash carts at the curb the night before your scheduled pickup date. … [Read More...]
CPD Investigating Shooting of 15-Year-Old
The Chattanooga Police Department is investigating a shooting that was reported to have occurred on Highway 153 South between Thrasher Bridge and Exit 5A. At 4:40 A.M., CPD officers responded to reports of a person shot in the 4900 block of Bonny Oaks Drive. Upon arrival, officers learned the incident had not occurred at that location. The victim, a 15-year-old male, was taken to a local hospital by Hamilton County EMS with non-life-threatening injuries. CPD Homicide and Crime Scene Units … [Read More...]
ERPD Arrests June 21-27
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from June 21-27. 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, June 21 None Monday, June 22 One arrests; no charges given Tuesday, June 23 HENNINGER, DUSTIN WAYNE28597 EAST BROADWAY ST APT 102 WALBRIDGE, 43465Age at Arrest: 46 years … [Read More...]
Municipal Court Docket for June 30
The following people are scheduled to appear in East Ridge Municipal Court on Tuesday, June 30. Court is held at City Hall on Tombras Avenue and begins at 3 p.m. Edward Bales - Drug Paraphernalia/Capias, Criminal Simulation/Capias, Possession Fentanyl/Capias, Criminal Impersonation/Capias. Bobby Baugh - Criminal Impersonation. Cody Burris - Possession Controlled Substance/PTR. Shawn Curtis - Simple Possession/PTR. Miranda Gifford - Possession Meth/PTR. Dustin Henniger - Attempt Burglary/Auto, … [Read More...]
Law and Order June 26
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift June 25: B Squad 26-005891- 3600 BLK Ringgold Road- Disorder - Police were called to the motel after a female stated to send an officer, and the call taker could hear yelling in the background. Police checked the area, conducted a foot patrol, and were unable to find any signs of an argument in the area. 26-005888- 4500 BLK Pontiac Street- Theft - Police responded to the above address for theft report. The owner … [Read More...]
Law and Order June 25
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift June 24: B Squad 26-004507- 5400 BLK Dupont Street- Stolen Vehicle recovery - Police recovered a stolen white Buick on Dupont Street. The vehicle was removed from NCIC and towed to ERPD impound for CID processing. Canvass revealed no suspect information; residents stated the vehicle had been parked there since May. No video footage was located. 26-005857-5700 BLK Roper Street-Vandalism - A resident reported to … [Read More...]
Law and Order June 24
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift June 23: A Squad 26-005826- 1500 BLK Heather Street- Burglary - Police spoke with the resident at this address who advised that someone had entered her vehicle in the early morning hours. The resident explained nothing was taken but the unknown individual left a shirt, paper towels, a golf ball, and sunglasses. 26-005835- 5700 BLK Roper Street- Well-Being Check - Police responded to the apartments regarding a … [Read More...]
Law and Order June 23
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift June 19: B Squad 26-005685 – 5300 BLK Greenbriar Road - Domestic Assault - The caller reported her ex-boyfriend, who she resides with, assaulted her and fled on foot towards Georgia. The suspect was located and detained in Georgia and released to the custody of Catoosa County Sheriff's Office, who subsequently charged him with Possession of Schedule II and transported him to the jail. Warrants for Domestic … [Read More...]
Cassidy Seeking Fourth Term as Municipal Court Clerk
On Monday, Patricia Cassidy announced that she will seek a fourth term as the City Court Clerk. The following is a press release from Cassidy. I am honored to announce that I am seeking re-election as your City Court Clerk for the City of East Ridge this November. For more than 25 years, I have called East Ridge home, and it has been my privilege to serve the community I love. I am grateful for the trust you have placed in me over the past 12 years through three elections. I have spent over 30 … [Read More...]