OMAHA, N.E. – The Chattanooga Red Wolves bested the dominant Union Omaha, tied 1-1 through extra time until a 5-4 victory in penalties, Saturday in USL League One playoff action. It was four years … [Read More...]
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Law and Order Oct. 30
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift October 29: Bravo Team 26-010390 - 3400 Lisa Drive - Property Damage - A party called in stating he had been … [Read More...]
Law and Order Oct. 29
The following information is courtesy of The East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift October 28: Bravo Team 26-010370 – 3700 BLK Jason Drive – Theft - Police were called on a reported theft of … [Read More...]
Law and Order Oct. 28
Day Shift October 26: Alpha Team 26-010298- 4000 BLK Woodmont Avenue- Aggravated Burglary - A man came to the police department to report a delayed burglary at his residence. He showed police video … [Read More...]
Law and Order Oct. 26
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift October 25: Bravo Team 26-010245 – 700 BLK Germantown Circle- Deceptive Practice - Police spoke with the … [Read More...]
One Dead after Wrong-Way Crash on Highway 27
The Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) responded to a two-vehicle crash that resulted in one death. At approximately 2:00 a.m., CPD officers were dispatched to a 0.5-mile stretch of Highway 27 … [Read More...]
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Optimist Club Hosting 13th Annual ‘Booo-B-Que’
The East Ridge Optimist Club will host its 13th Annual Booo-B-Que on Saturday, October 31, bringing Harry’s Famous Barbecue back to the community for the club’s annual fundraiser, which supports the club’s work throughout the year. The Booo-B-Que will take place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in front of East Ridge City Hall, 1517 Tombras Avenue. It’s primarily a drive-through event, but guests are welcome to grab a seat at one of the tables and enjoy their barbecue while they visit with friends and … [Read More...]
Law and Order Oct. 25
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift October 23: Bravo Team 26-010234-1300 BLK Spring Creek Road-Harassment - The caller reported to police that her son had sent her threatening text messages. She provided the text messages in support of her statement; a warrant for harassment will be sought. Night Shift October 23: Delta Team The shift conducted a speed reduction saturation, resulting in: 32 traffic stops, 20 warnings issued, 18 … [Read More...]
Red Wolves Clinch Spot in USL League One Playoffs
PATERSON, N.J. – The Chattanooga Red Wolves have clinched their fourtt playoff appearance with a 1-1 draw against expansion team New York Cosmos, Saturday on the road. Next weekend, the Red Wolves will be traveling to meet their opponents in the 2026 USL League One playoff quarterfinals. Catch the match on ESPN+ as the league waits to see how deep a run the boys of Chattanooga can execute! Having been on the threshold of clinching a place in the playoffs for weeks, … [Read More...]
ERPD Arrests Oct. 17-23
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from Oct. 17-23. 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. Saturday, Oct. 17 DOBBS, LAITH ALAN5368 GREENBRIAR RD CHATTANOOGA, 37415Age at Arrest: 31 years oldArresting Agency: East RidgeCharges: PUBLIC INTOXICATION Sunday, Oct. … [Read More...]
Municipal Court Docket Oct. 27
The following people are scheduled to appear in East Ridge Municipal Court on Tuesday, Oct. 27. Court is held at City Hall on Tombras Avenue and begins at 3 p.m. Carlon Bowman – Possession Controlled Substance/PTR. Branna Brown – Possession Fentanyl. Hailey Brown aka/Jones – Child Endangerment/PTR. Laith Dobbs – Public Intoxication. Alexandria Harris – Possession Meth/FTA, Drug Paraphernalia/FTA. Allen Hope – Possession Marijuana/PTR. Jaiquez Kaluakoa – Possession … [Read More...]
VIDEO: City Council Meeting Oct. 22
Law and Order Oct. 23
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift October 21: Alpha Team 26-010141 – 1000 BLK Greens Lake Road – Disorder - A man reported to dispatch that he was "having trouble with a guy" and refused to elaborate. On scene, police found both men separated. The caller stated an argument originated from a disagreement over vehicle speeds on a side street. Both parties agreed to remain separated. Minutes later, the man called again, saying the other was … [Read More...]
70th Tennessee State Park to Be Named Angel’s Hollow State Park
Dedication set for Nov. 6, will coincide with the opening of the Hamilton County Fair at McDonald Farm NASHVILLE – Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee and the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) today announced that the 70th state park will be named Angel’s Hollow State Park. The new state park, which will encompass a significant portion of McDonald Farm in Hamilton County, will be dedicated on November 6, 2026. Gov. Lee and First Lady Maria Lee are honored to have … [Read More...]
Prater Sentenced to 17 Years in Burning of Highlander Center
KNOXVILLE – On October 20, 2026, Regan Darby Prater, 28, of Tullahoma, Tennessee, was sentenced today to 210 months in prison, three years of supervised release, and to pay $1,289,000 in restitution for arson and attempted provision of material support to a foreign terrorist organization. Prater pleaded guilty to these charges in April 2026. Court documents established that Prater used a so-called “sparkler bomb,” i.e., a napalm-based incendiary device ignited by a common sparkler, to destroy … [Read More...]
TBI Investigating Death of Individual Who was Subject of Arrest Warrant
On the morning of October 20, Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Warrants Unit detectives were attempting to serve an arrest warrant at a hotel in the 7300 block of Shallowford Road when the subject of the warrants made threats and began stabbing themselves in the neck with a knife. Deputies immediately administered life-saving measures, and Hamilton County Emergency Medical Services and the Chattanooga Fire Department responded to assist. The subject was transported to a local … [Read More...]
Law and Order Oct. 21
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift October 20: Bravo Team 26-010091-1400 BLK Mack Smith Road-Suspicious Vehicle - Management requested police remove a male party from the property who was staying in an older model RV. He agreed to move along without issue. 26-010096-200 BLK Eads Street- Domestic Disorder - A man reported to police that his girlfriend had taken his keys from him and was refusing to return them. Patrol spoke with both … [Read More...]
CPD Investigating Deadly Crash Involving Pedestrians on E Main Street
The Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) is investigating a deadly crash involving pedestrians that resulted in one woman's death. At approximately 9:20 p.m. Saturday, CPD's Traffic Unit responded to reports of a crash involving pedestrians in the 300 block of E Main Street. The preliminary investigation indicates a group of people were using a crosswalk when a pickup truck hit two individuals. Hamilton County EMS transported both patients to the hospital. One victim was treated for … [Read More...]
Law and Order Oct. 20
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift October 18: Alpha Team 26-010034 – 1200 BLK San Hsi Drive - Domestic / Vandalism - Officers were dispatched to an active fight between two men. All parties were separated and after investigating, it appeared that the argument was only verbal. One subject did damage to a shed door, but the owner did not want to prosecute. 26-010047 – 3700 BLK Ringgold Road – AOA - Police were flagged down by a driver in … [Read More...]
Venue 1921 to Host Fall Market & Trunk or Treat
Venue 1921 at East Ridge invites the community to its first-ever Fall Market & Trunk or Treat on Sunday, October 25, 2026, from noon until 6 pm, at 1529 Tombras Avenue. Admission and parking are free. The event will feature more than 30 craft and curated vendors, food and beverage trucks, and activities for the whole family. Residents and visitors can shop local, enjoy seasonal festivities and spend an afternoon connecting with the East Ridge community. Children’s activities will … [Read More...]
Voters Deserve Accurate Information
As East Ridge voters head to the polls, I believe citizens deserve accurate information about the people seeking public office and the claims being made about their qualifications. There have been public claims regarding in the campaign for Municipal Court Clerk Misty Chauncey’s business ownership and management experience. I have been looking into those claims, and I have not been able to verify that she has owned a business within the city of East Ridge. I believe that distinction matters … [Read More...]