Chattanooga joins national push to improve kindergarten readiness
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Chattanooga has been selected to take part in a national early childhood learning initiative led by the National League of Cities. The 15-month program focuses on helping city leaders develop strategies tied to early learning and family support services. Chattanooga is one of four Tennessee cities.
Down Payment Help Program Launch
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Buying a home has become increasingly difficult for many first-time buyers as housing prices and upfront costs continue rising nationwide. Now, leaders in Chattanooga say a new partnership aims to make homeownership more accessible for working families. The city has officially launched a new
Chattanooga weighs $750K shift to community land trust to keep homes affordable
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Chattanooga leaders are considering a new approach to housing that supporters say could help families buy homes that will remain affordable for years to come. "Your tax dollars are going to help you." That's what Chattanooga city councilman Ron Elliot tells us about the new proposal.
ERPD Arrests May 15-18
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from May 15-18. 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.
City Announces Blessing for Safe Haven Baby Box
The City of East Ridge is proud to announce the official blessing and unveiling ceremony for the City’s new Safe Haven Baby Box, located at East Ridge Fire Rescue Station 1, at 4214 Ringgold Road. In partnership with Safe Haven Baby Boxes, the City will host the public ceremony...
Chattanooga Market Hosting Many Events Over The Memorial Day Weekend
This weekend, Chattanooga will be a destination for many in the region or a staycation for locals. There is plenty of fun to be had in the Scenic City, with Chattanooga Market serving as a home base. Thursday kicks off the weekend a bit early for Chattanooga Market fans where...
Marion County Schools Announce Schedule Change for Final Week of School Year
Marion County Schools has announced a schedule change for the end of the final week of school for the 2025-2026 school year, affecting all schools in the district, including campuses in Jasper, South Pittsburg, Whitwell, and Monteagle. According to Director of Schools Dr. Mark Griffith, Friday, May 22, 2026, will...
Hamilton County Health Department warns shoppers of recall on Blackstone seasoning
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. — The Hamilton County Health Department is alerting consumers to a voluntary recall involving Blackstone Products’ Parmesan Ranch seasoning due to possible salmonella contamination. According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, the recall was issued after a powdered milk supplier connected
The Search For The Best Tacos In Town Takes Us To Los Mich Mexican
This week our search for the best tacos in Chatt town brought us to Los Mich Mexican Restaurant. Located on Highway 58 in the Fifty-Eight Shopping Center this Mexican restaurant opened about 10 months ago. It’s a small diner in the corner suite of the shopping strip, but this place has the best carnitas tacos I’ve trie
Man on parole accused of trafficking heroin, fentanyl mixture in TN, sheriff’s office says
MCMINNVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - The Warren County Sheriff’s Office announced the arrest of a man accused of trafficking a dangerous drug mixture from Chattanooga to Warren County. WCSO reported that 35-year-old Steve Dakota Ford Sr. was arrested after investigators received information that he was trafficking a mixture of
