ERPD Arrests March 8-11
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from March 8-11. 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.
Proposal of rural planning commission sparks tense debate over future growth in Hamilton County
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Will Hamilton County create its own planning commission?. That’s what some in county government would like to see. However, others raised concerns about the message that could send. Currently, Hamilton County and Chattanooga have a joint planning commission at the Regional Planning Agency....
NOVONIX may drop 182-acre Enterprise South expansion to build along The Bend instead
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — NOVONIX says it is considering an alternative site on Chattanooga's riverfront for its planned expansion. This follows a series of complaints about the previous plan to build at the Enterprise South Industrial Park. Last year, Chattanooga city council approved a PILOT program that would allow...
10 Amazing Rooftop Restaurants in Tennessee With Unforgettable Views
Tennessee is home to some of the most stunning rooftop dining experiences in the South. From the lively streets of Nashville to the mountain-framed skyline of Chattanooga, these elevated restaurants offer more than just great food—they deliver breathtaking views that turn any meal into a memorable occasion. Whether...
Walker County Authorities Seeking Information on Stolen Box Truck
The Walker County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating a box truck that was reported stolen earlier this week in Rossville. According to the sheriff’s office, a 2014 Freightliner 26-foot box truck was taken from a residence on Mustang Street in Rossville, Georgia, on Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
Pedestrian killed after being struck twice in hit and run
BRADLEY COUNTY — The Bradley County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) is says they are investigating a fatal hit and run that occurred in the 6000 block of Highway 64 around 6:30 a.m. on March 11. They say preliminary information indicates that a pedestrian was initially struck by an unknown...
Inside the new Lookouts Stadium
James showed up with a glove in hand, but Dan met him with a stadium tour instead!. Straight from Erlanger Park, we get a friendly walkthrough of what the new Lookouts home will offer—fun spaces, great views, and plenty for fans to look forward to. Get your tickets at...
Chattanooga foster families say opening your home changes lives, including yours
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn — A Chattanooga foster mother says the laughter inside her home says everything. For nearly 20 years, Winona Jarrett has opened her door to children in foster care. She says the reward is hard to put into words. “ I want to have kids on my own,...
High school stadium incident ends with dropped charges for Catoosa County woman
CATOOSA COUNTY, Ga. — Charges against a Catoosa County woman who got into a physical altercation with a student during a stadium event at Lakeview Fort Oglethorpe High School have been dismissed by the state of Georgia. The initial charge against Kimberly Malone was cruelty to children in the...
Chattanooga lead fears spread beyond homes as parks, churches and schools face scrutiny
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — We're continuing to ask what's next for families who live on or near lead-tainted ground in Chattanooga's Southside. We know the EPA focused on 8 neighborhoods inside what they call the Chattanooga Southside Lead Superfund site. However, there are other public areas that may have the...

















