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Store owner announced reward, facilitated by Crime Stoppers, for any information that leads to the arrest and conviction of the individual responsible for the shoplifting incident that occurred on May 6th on Dickerson Pike
Nashville, TN – According to the MNPD officials, the proprietor of Last Chance Liquors has announced a $500 reward, facilitated by Crime Stoppers, for any information that leads to the arrest and conviction of the individual responsible for the shoplifting incident that occurred on May 6th on Dickerson Pike.
SB1824/HB2074 broadens the scope of the natural disaster sales tax refund, extending it to individuals whose primary residences were affected by the Morgan County tornadoes between April 1, 2024, and April 3, 2024
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, under this legislation, affected individuals are eligible to submit a single claim for a refund on sales tax paid for major appliances, residential furniture purchased to replace damaged or destroyed items in their primary residence, and on building supplies used to restore, repair, replace, or rebuild their primary residences following the natural disaster.
The TDHS has announced a special arrangement for customers participating in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program following the early May issuance payment on April 20, 2024
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, for June 2024, benefits will be divided into two payments for those who received their May benefits early. This adjustment ensures that Tennessee families receive the necessary assistance in light of the early issuance of May benefits. The first distribution of...
The Tennessee Department of Children’s Services, in partnership with Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital in Memphis, organized a ‘Stop the Bleed’ training session at the Wilder Youth Development Center
Chattanooga, TN – According to the statement, this initiative aimed to equip participating youth with essential life-saving skills. ‘Stop the Bleed’ is a nationwide campaign that empowers bystanders to take immediate action during emergencies, particularly in cases of severe bleeding, a leading cause of preventable death in trauma incidents.
The Greater Chattanooga community came together to pay tribute to fallen officers from our region at the Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony held at the Hamilton County Courthouse
Chattanooga, TN – According to the police officials, this ceremony, which was co-hosted by the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office – TN and the Chattanooga Police Department, served as a poignant reminder of the daily risks faced by our officers in their mission to ensure community safety. It...
Boyfriend choked his girlfriend to death after the couple began arguing about him about secretly marrying another woman
According to the police officials, the 23-year-old man, later identified as MichaIe, reportedly killed his girIfriend before stuffing her body in a bag and driving to a different state only to burn the body and later dispose of the remains in different areas. Police officials released a statement, saying that the boyfriend was reportedly helped by his family members.
Woman, who admitted to killing 5-year-old girl she was babysitting by clapping with the child’s head between her palms, was convicted!
Prosecutors said the woman, later identified as 53-year-old Cherri, was found guilty of first-degree murder and child abuse for her role in beating 5-year-old chiId, who was in her care, to death. According to the court documents, the woman, who was the sole carer for the girl, AnabeIIe, at the time, initially told investigators that the child fell down the stairs. Jurors didn’t believe that and convicted the woman, who is now facing maximum possible sentence of life in prison without the possibility of parole.
Tennessee Department of Finance and Administration Commissioner Bryson has reported that April revenues fell short of budgeted estimates
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, April state revenues totaled $3.039 billion, marking a 0.45 percent decrease compared to April 2023 and a shortfall of $74.2 million from the budgeted estimate. Bryson noted, “Total revenues for April were comparable to last year’s receipts but fell below the...
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee has announced the appointment of the Director of the Multi-Agency Law Enforcement Training Academy at Cockrill Bend in Nashville, effective July 1st
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, Gov. Lee expressed confidence in Dale’s leadership abilities, citing his extensive experience in ensuring the safety of Tennessee communities. Gov. Lee emphasized Dale’s suitability for overseeing MALETA, highlighting the importance of enhancing training and resources for law enforcement agencies to...
The Tennessee Higher Education Commission has announced an extension of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid deadline for the Tennessee Promise scholarship program
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, the new deadline, set for Friday, May 31, aims to provide high school seniors and their families with additional time to complete their FAFSA applications and maintain eligibility for the state’s tuition-free higher education program. The Tennessee Promise scholarship program...
The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation is facilitating a mobile household hazardous waste collection service in Madison, Stewart, and Van Buren counties on Saturday, May 18, 2024
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, residents are urged to take advantage of this opportunity to dispose of household hazardous waste, which may include items such as cleaning fluids, pesticides, swimming pool chemicals, and more. It’s important to note that individuals do not need to be residents...
Training exercise was executed near Highway 153 at the dam in Chattanooga, simulating a flooding incident
Chattanooga, TN – According to the Chattanooga Fire Department, training exercise was underway near Highway 153 at the dam in Chattanooga, simulating a flooding incident. Multiple agencies are participating in the exercise, which involves rescuing “victims” from the water. This collaborative effort aims to enhance preparedness and...
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency is actively participating in the 2024 National Safe Boating Week, which runs from May 18th to May 24th
Chattanooga, TN – State officials released a statement, saying that this initiative serves as a timely reminder for all boaters to refresh their boating safety knowledge and prepare for the upcoming boating season. National Safe Boating Week marks the beginning of the annual Safe Boating Campaign, a global effort...
The Cleveland Police Department needs the public’s help finding individual who successfully took over $1000 worth of merchandise in March
Cleveland, TN – Cleveland Police Department officials released the following statement:. “Your tips are usually on Target so we hope you can help identify this suspect! This individual successfully took over $1000 of merchandise from Target on Frontage Road in March. He attempted it a second time but employees...
The Chattanooga Police Department has unveiled its 2023 Annual Report, showcasing significant progress in crime reduction and community safety initiatives
Chattanooga, TN – According to the police officials, the report underscores the diligent endeavors of the committed and skilled personnel of the Chattanooga Police Department, whose steadfast dedication has led to a noteworthy 12% decrease in overall crime rates from 2022 to 2023. This achievement reflects the department’s steadfast...
The Chattanooga Police Department is pleased to announce the publication of its 2023 Annual Report, showcasing remarkable progress in crime reduction and community safety
Chattanooga, TN – According to the police officials, the report reportedly illuminates the steadfast endeavors of the Chattanooga Police Department’s dedicated and proficient personnel, whose unwavering dedication has yielded a notable 12% decrease in overall crime from 2022 to 2023. This achievement underscores the department’s unwavering commitment to...
Assistant Chief Bryant & Major Tomisek recently visited our state capital to honor Tennessee’s fallen officers– which this year tragically included one of our own, as the name of Chattanooga Sergeant Russ was added to the state memorial
Chattanooga, TN – According to the police officials, this ceremony was part of National Police Week, which honors the sacrifices of fallen officers throughout the country. The Chattanooga Police Department is inviting you to join them for the local Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony on Friday, May 17 at 600 Market Street to honor our local fallen officers.
The Tennessee Military Department, in collaboration with several state and local agencies, is embarking on an emergency response exercise spanning from May 15 to May 19, entitled “Tennessee Maneuvers 2024
Chattanooga, TN – State officials released a statement, saying that this exercise will unfold across various counties, including Bradley, Coffee, Davidson, Gibson, Hamilton, Hawkins, Knox, Loudon, Madison, Maury, McMinn, Rhea, Rutherford, Sullivan, and Wilson. Multiple police and fire departments are slated to partake in the exercise, with notable participants...
The Tennessee Highway Safety Office has disclosed the findings of its yearly roadside observational survey aimed at determining the state’s average seat belt usage rate
Chattanooga, TN – According to the survey, Tennessee boasts a statewide seat belt usage rate of 92 percent for 2023. This marks a notable increase of approximately 1.5 percent from the 2022 survey result of 90.5 percent, making it the highest annual seat belt usage rate recorded in the state thus far.
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