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HCSO Hosts Peer Support and Suicide Prevention Training for Regional Partners 

February 1, 2023 By Contributed Article Leave a Comment

On January 23-25, the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office hosted its first “Basic Peer Support & Suicide Prevention” training class.  This class provided training to 26 personnel representing five area law enforcement agencies and the Hamilton County 911 Communications District. Class topics included providing effective support to those who are distressed, recognizing risk factors for suicide, and […]

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Chattanooga Prep Students Honor the Legacy of King During Black History Month

February 1, 2023 By Contributed Article Leave a Comment

Middle school and high school students of the all-boys Chattanooga Preparatory School are honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. as part of their Black History Month Celebration with their “Speak Like a King” event. The annual performance started in 2019, celebrates Dr. King and how his dreams live on at Chattanooga Preparatory […]

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Health Department Alerts the Public of a Recent Spike in Overdoses in Hamilton County

February 1, 2023 By Contributed Article Leave a Comment

The Hamilton County Health Department would like to alert the public of a recent spike in overdoses. Over the last two days, our local hospitals have treated a significant increase in non-fatal overdoses. This is a cluster of concern due to the number of overdoses that have occurred from suspected fentanyl, opioids, or other illicit […]

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February 1 Police Briefs

February 1, 2023 By Contributed Article Leave a Comment

The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift January 31, 2023 No number assigned- 3100 BLK Moseley Circle- AOA- Police assisted Animal Control with a large pig at the residence. The animal was removed from the house and transported to the shelter. 23-001261- 6500 BLK Ringgold Road- Indecent Exposure- The […]

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UPDATE:  HCSO Investigating Shooting on Ooltewah-Georgetown Road

January 31, 2023 By Contributed Article Leave a Comment

The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office is offering the following update in regard to Monday’s shooting near the 6400 block of Ooltewah-Georgetown Road.   Yesterday evening at approximately 7:00 pm (EST), the suspect wanted in connection to this shooting was arrested by the Marion County Sheriff’s Office. The shooting suspect, Brian Stone, and an accomplice, left Hamilton […]

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County Mayor, DA Partner to Increase Community Service and Trash Pickup

January 31, 2023 By Contributed Article Leave a Comment

Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp and District Attorney General Coty Wamp are teaming up to dramatically ramp up public work days in an effort to clean up city, county, and state roadways. Responding to frequent complaints from the public and inquiries from county commissioners, Mayor Wamp and District Attorney Wamp hope to double both the […]

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Jan. 30 Police Briefs

January 30, 2023 By Contributed Article Leave a Comment

The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift January 29, 2023 23-001182 – 4214 Ringgold Rd – Warrant Arrest – A subject was arrested on East Ridge warrants at the Hamilton County Jail. 23-001189 – 5700 BLK Ringgold Rd – Suspicious Activity – Police made contact with a male party […]

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VIDEO: City Council Meeting of Jan. 26

January 27, 2023 By Contributed Article Leave a Comment

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Moore Road at Ringgold Road to Close Temporarily for Construction

January 27, 2023 By Contributed Article Leave a Comment

Beginning on Monday, January 30, Talley Construction crews will close the intersection at the extension of S. Moore Road and Ringgold Road. Construction is planned to begin on Monday, January 30, and to be completed approximately within three days. During this phase of construction, the intersection will remain closed. Once completed, the intersection will be […]

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Police Briefs for Jan. 27

January 27, 2023 By Contributed Article Leave a Comment

The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift January 26, 2023 23-001050- 4800 BLK Madonna Ave- Suspicious Person- Police were dispatched to the area regarding a male wearing a blue jacket and gray sweatpants. On arrival police made contact with him. He advised he was attempting to find work so […]

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TDOT Roadway Activity Report

January 27, 2023 By Contributed Article Leave a Comment

HAMILTON COUNTY I-24 interchange improvement at SR-2 (US-11, US-41, US-72, Broad Street) and SR-58 (Market Street): Williams Street is closed to all traffic at the I-24 underpass to support the installation of new storm drainage structures for the new frontage road. Traffic will still be able to access the ramps to I-24 and US-27, but […]

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HCSO Negotiators Successfully De-Escalate Suicidal Call on Signal Mountain Bluff

January 27, 2023 By Contributed Article Leave a Comment

On Thursday morning, the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office was contacted by a mother stating her son had threated to kill himself but did not know his location.   Shortly thereafter, the suspect sent pictures to his family showing him at a steep cliff. HCSO deputies were able to locate the individual’s vehicle at the head of […]

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January 26 Police Briefs

January 26, 2023 By Contributed Article Leave a Comment

The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift January 25, 2023 23-000989- 60 BLK Frawley Road- Auto Theft- On scene police spoke with the victims. They advised a Hyundai had been stolen along with tools, a work laptop, scanner, car seat. She had last seen the vehicle in the driveway […]

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Mauldin Honored by Hamilton Place Rotary Club

January 26, 2023 By Contributed Article Leave a Comment

HCSO Reserve Deputy Coordinator Receives ‘Service Above Self in Law Enforcement Award’  On Wednesday, the Chattanooga Hamilton Place Rotary Club presented Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office Reserve Deputy Coordinator Jerry Mauldin their prestigious Service Above Self in Law Enforcement Award at their monthly luncheon held at the Metro Tab Church.   Each year, the Chattanooga Hamilton Place Rotary Club […]

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Police Briefs for Jan. 25

January 25, 2023 By Contributed Article Leave a Comment

The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift January 24, 2023 23-000968 – 1000 Bass Pro Dr – Theft – Police responded to a theft in progress at Bass Pro. Loss prevention associates stated a female was exiting the store concealing a handgun and stolen merchandise. Officers encountered her as […]

Filed Under: Crime News, FEATURED POSTS, News

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