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Mayor Kelly selects candidate for Chattanooga's next police chief
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Mayor Tim Kelly has chosen his candidate for Chattanooga's next Chief of Police. The mayor selected department veteran and current Assistant Chief John Chambers. The appointment brings a two-month selection process to an end. It comes after former chief Celeste Murphy resigned amid charges of forgery...
Municipal Court Docket for Sept. 3
The following people are scheduled to appear in East Ridge Municipal Court on Tuesday, Sept. 3. Court is held at City Hall on Tombras Avenue and begins at 4 p.m. Brittney Brooks – Drug Paraphernalia. Kimberly Butcher – Aggravated Domestic, Violation Order of Protection, Evading, No DL, Insurance.
Hamilton County issues code orange 3 days in a row, urging people to limit time outdoors
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. — With temperatures hovering close to 100 this week, many folks are spending time indoors. But there's another reason to stay inside: the Chattanooga-Hamilton County Air Quality Control Bureau has issued a code orange for the third day in a row. The poor air quality can...
Tennessee State Parks officials are excited about the upcoming improvements at Burgess Falls State Park, which will include a new Visitor Center and aviary
Chattanooga, TN – State officials released a statement, saying that construction may affect the visitor experience until the project is completed in 2026. The construction will temporarily reduce the available parking at the park. Currently, there are 84 parking spaces—51 in the lower lot and 33 in the upper lot.
Photos of Tennessee debuting 2024 Smokey Grey uniforms versus Chattanooga
No. 15 Tennessee (1-0) opened its 2024 football season on Saturday versus Chattanooga (0-1) at Neyland Stadium. The Vols were victorious, 69-3. Tennessee debuted its latest Smokey Grey uniforms versus the Mocs. The Vols led Chattanooga, 45-0, at halftime. Tennessee’s offense produced 503 total yards during the first half (314...
Local Music Study Unveils Need For A New Amphitheater In Chattanooga
Chattanooga Tourism Co., in partnership with Conventions, Sports & Leisure International, have released key insights from the recently conducted Music Venue Economic Research study. The study aims to guide efforts in enhancing existing venues, exploring growth opportunities, addressing gaps in offerings, and recommending new developments to support Chattanooga's thriving music...
Developers unveil live camera as Lookouts stadium project moves forward
Work on the new Chattanooga Lookouts stadium continues to move forward. On Thursday, the Chattanooga-Hamilton County Sports Authority board landed on a guaranteed maximum construction price of $76.3 million. The project as a whole is expected to cost $115 million, according to officials. Perimeter Properties, which owns the land at...
New East Ridge Animal Shelter construction complete
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF) — Construction on the new East Ridge Animal Shelter is complete. City officials are inviting the public to its grand opening Thursday, September 26, 2024 at the shelter, located at 5302 Stone Street. “We are so excited for the Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening of...
Chattanooga native recognized during National Black Business Month
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — The Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development traveled across the state this week honoring business owners for National Black Business Month. A Chattanooga native was recognized for her chocolate business on Thursday. Ella Livingston of Cocoa Asante was one of nine business owners selected to...
City of Chattanooga unveils official 'brand,' inspired by community input
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — For the first time, the City of Chattanooga has an official 'brand.'. City officials unveiled the logo on Thursday. This is part of an effort to redesign the City of Chattanooga's website, which is expected to be complete by next month. A release says. The city’s...
WATCH: Tennessee shows off latest upgrades, renovations to Neyland Stadium
When Tennessee plays host to Chattanooga on Saturday afternoon to open the 2024 season, fans in attendance will notice a number of changes throughout Neyland Stadium. The Vols have continued to make improvements and needed updates to their 103-year-old stadium, and while their work in the south end zone isn't scheduled to be completed until next year, they have already made plenty of progress in providing upgrades throughout the venue.
Tennessee General Assembly Offers Student Legislative Internship to Upperclassmen
The Tennessee General Assembly (TGA) is offering a Tennessee Legislative Internship Program to juniors, seniors and graduate students in law, political science, history, administration, social work, economics, sociology, journalism and related fields, 20 years or older to build leadership and legislative process skills by assisting legislative offices with their activities and work functions.
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