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Tennessee Governor Bill Lee has signed the Smart Heart Act into law, marking a significant step towards ensuring the safety of students in schools across the state
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, this legislation mandates the presence of automatic defibrillators in schools and establishes clear protocols for responding to cardiac-related medical emergencies. Notably, the bill garnered unanimous, bipartisan support in the legislative process. Under the Smart Heart Act, every public and nonpublic school...
Recent approval from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services marks a significant milestone for Tennessee’s Medicaid program, TennCare III, signaling a commitment to bolstering healthcare access and support for its members
Chattanooga, TN – This amendment, a pivotal component of Governor Lee’s Strong Families Initiative, originally endorsed by the General Assembly in 2023, underscores Tennessee’s dedication to strengthening familial support systems across the state. Commencing on June 1, 2024, the approved amendment extends eligibility criteria, allowing more parents...
Volunteer Tennessee Commissioner Brown recently honored two individuals with Champions of Service Awards for Outstanding Service in Meigs County
Chattanooga, TN – According to the officials, these awards celebrate individuals who demonstrate exceptional dedication to community service and volunteerism through their extensive commitment to serving others or achieving remarkable outcomes in their community service endeavors. Heath and Janna Cable have dedicated countless hours to serving their community in...
Mom did nothing to stop her husband and allowed the abuse to happen after the man grabbed a stick and handgun and beat her son to death; arrested
Charleston, S.C. – According to the police officials, the stepdad, later identified as 40-year-old lvy, who reportedly beat his stepchild, lsaiah, to death was taken into custody and later charged with multiple charges, including murder and chiId abuse. Police officials released a statement, saying that the 40-year-old man reportedly used a gun and a stick to beat the little boy to death.
The Tennessee Highway Patrol geared up to enhance patrols and employ various traffic safety enforcement measures to mitigate the incidence of crashes statewide during this year’s Memorial Day holiday period
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, THP’s strategies encompass saturation patrols, seatbelt, and sobriety checkpoints, alongside heightened visibility along high-crash corridors throughout the summer, all aimed at curbing serious injuries and fatal crashes. The 2024 Memorial Day holiday period is slated to conclude at 5:59 a.m....
April brought positive news for employment across Tennessee, with all 95 counties reporting lower unemployment rates, each clocking in at or below 4.1%, as per the latest data released by the Department of Labor and Workforce Development
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, leading the pack was Williamson County, boasting the state’s lowest unemployment rate at a mere 2%, marking a 0.2 percentage point decline from March’s 2.2%. Following closely, Sevier County secured the second-lowest rate in April, standing at 2.1%, down...
Detectives from the Specialized Investigations unit apprehended 21-year-old man on charges of being an accessory after the fact in connection with the homicide of 26-year-old man
Nashville, TN – Detectives from the Specialized Investigations unit apprehended 21-year-old man on charges of being an accessory after the fact in connection with the homicide of Francisco Almazan-Rojas, 36, which occurred on April 28th at William Pitts Park, located off Tusculum Road. The individual in question, 21-year-old Juan...
Mom and Dad ‘sold’ their 14-year-old daughter repeatedly for $20 to a 67-year-old man, who knew the child because she dated his son!
SOUTH CAROLINA – According to the police officials, the mom and dad, later identified as ApriI and James, were taken into custody last month and later charged with multiple charges, including human trafficking after they reportedly ‘sold’ their 14-year-old child to a 67-year-old man. During the investigation...
Crews responded to structure fire at Building 6 of the Elements of Chattanooga apartments on Standifer Gap Rd
Chattanooga, TN – Friday afternoon, an apartment fire at Building 6 of the Elements of Chattanooga apartments on Standifer Gap Rd is suspected to have been triggered by lightning. Swift response teams swiftly tackled a small fire within the walls, diligently checking for any potential extensions and ventilating the...
Grant funding provided by the Tennessee Department of Agriculture Division of Forestry is set to empower twelve Tennessee communities to enrich their green spaces
Chattanooga, TN – Heather Slayton, the State Forester, emphasized the pivotal role trees play in our lives, offering indispensable environmental, health, and economic benefits to all communities. She underscored the significance of this funding, ensuring that these benefits are accessible across Tennessee. The program aims to foster the establishment,...
MNPD officers are working to locate 53-year-old burglary suspect and identify his accomplice
Nashville, TN – MNPD officers are actively seeking burglary suspect Ronald Fillinger, aged 53, and working to identify his partner in crime. The duo is suspected of executing a scheme where they pose as hotel guests while unlawfully entering rooms. On May 5, victims reported the theft of several...
PoIice officer, acting on his own accord, armed himself with his personal handgun before he abducted a man and shot him in the head; indicted
Memphis, TN – According to the court documents, the 32-year-old now ex-policeman, later identified as Patrick, reportedly abducted 30-year-old man, Robert, from his apartment. The defendant then took the 30-year-old man to his official police vehicle where he killed him. Last week, the 32-year-old defendant was indicted on multiple...
4 inmates participating in Lipscomb University’s Lipscomb Initiative for Education program at Riverbend Maximum Security Institution were conferred Associate of Arts degrees during a poignant graduation ceremony
Chattanooga, TN – According to the officials, this milestone reportedly marks the inaugural occasion where college degrees have been bestowed upon students within Riverbend through Lipscomb’s LIFE program. The ceremony embodied the essence of a traditional commencement, with faculty and students adorned in regalia, processing into the venue...
UH-60 Blackhawk medical flight crew from the Tennessee National Guard rescued a hiker suffering from a severe illness in a remote part of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Chattanooga, TN – Just before 7:00 p.m. Eastern Time, the Tennessee National Guard and the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency received a distress call regarding a hiker in urgent need of medical assistance. The hiker was situated at Icewater Spring, over 5,000 feet above sea level. TEMA swiftly authorized the...
The Tennessee Department of Human Services announced for the first time the opening of applications for its highly-anticipated Fatherhood Grant Program
Chattanooga, TN – State officials have announced a grant program aimed at supporting on-the-ground service providers dedicated to impacting fathers or offering fatherhood-related programs throughout Tennessee communities. This initiative will see the Department investing approximately $10 million to aid public, private, and non-profit organizations directly involved in serving fathers.
Man, who was highly intoxicated, left 7-year-old grandchild with homeIess woman because she seemed trustworthy so he could go and get a drink
Sacramento, CA – According to the police officials, the 54-year-old granddad, later identified as Jason, was arrested and later charged with multiple charges, including child endangerment following an incident earlier this month. Police officials said the 54-year-old suspect, who was reportedly drunk, allegedly left his 7-year-old granddaughter with a homeless woman so he could go to the local bar and get a drink. The granddad reportedly paid the woman $20 and left the child because she seemed trustworthy.
The Spring 2024 Community Police Academy graduated last week, police officials say
Chattanooga, TN – Last week marked the graduation of the Spring 2024 Community Police Academy, a nine-week program offering participants an immersive experience into the operations of the Chattanooga Police Department. Throughout the academy, attendees delved into various aspects of police work, from engaging with interactive tools like the...
The Police Academy Class of 2024-1 recently had the opportunity to visit CPD’s Bomb Squad, where they received firsthand education on explosives safety and gained insight into the responsibilities of an Explosive Ordnance Disposal Specialist
Chattanooga, TN – According to the statement, the Police Academy Class of 2024-1 recently had the opportunity to visit CPD’s Bomb Squad, where they received firsthand education on explosives safety and gained insight into the responsibilities of an Explosive Ordnance Disposal Specialist. It was an invaluable experience for...
Chattanooga Fire Department, alongside other emergency agencies, responded to a tragic incident on the Tennessee River Saturday night
Chattanooga, TN – Chattanooga Fire Department officials released a statement saying that at 7:42 PM on May 18, 2024, crews received a distress call to 4063 Amnicola Highway regarding an emergency on the water. Reports indicated that two adult males had fallen into the river and had not resurfaced.
Father broke into his baby’s mom’s home, then stabbed the woman and his newborn son to death because he wanted to avoid paying child support; sentenced
According to the court documents, the 25-year-old dad from Tennessee, later identified as Ennoch, was found guilty on first-degree murder (two counts) for killing his baby and the baby’s 32-year-old mom. Last week, judge sentenced the 25-year-old defendant to two life sentences, which will be served one after the other.
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