Collegedale Police seek public’s help locating missing man last seen May 21st
COLLEGEDALE, Tenn. — Collegedale Police are asking for the public’s help in finding a missing 56-year-old man. The Collegedale Police Department says Robert George Locke was last seen on Thursday, May 21st. His last known location was 3527 Camp Road in Collegedale. Police describe Locke as 5 feet,...
Rural Service Patrol Launches in East Tennessee
Thursday, the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) announced the launch of its Rural Service Patrol (RSP) in Region 1 in East Tennessee, marking the next phase of a statewide expansion to bring HELP incident response to rural interstate corridors. This launch provides dedicated roadside assistance, expedited c
Chattanooga’s Oldest Bar & Grill Serving Up Highly Rated Burgers And Onion Rings
There is a famous local TikTok food reviewer in Chattanooga. His name is Cameron Parker. About two weeks ago, he was reviewing a burger and onion rings he ordered from a local spot in the city. He gave the onion rings a high rating for their seasoning. He noted the burger was a great bargain, especially on Fridays when
McKamey Animal Center says it’s nearly 220% over capacity, waives adoption fees
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — McKamey Animal Center says it is running far beyond capacity and urgently needs the public’s help. The Chattanooga shelter says it currently has more than 600 animals in care inside a building designed to humanely hold about 275. Shelter leaders say more animals continue arriving...
Battle of the Badges Blood Drive
WALKER COUNTY — Walker County and Catoosa County are going head to head for blood in this year’s Battle of the Badges Blood Drive. According to the Walker County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO), from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., on Thursday, June 25, 2026 individuals can donate blood.
Chattanooga to close Wilson Road Bridge over Chattanooga Creek for safety repairs
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Drivers who use the Wilson Road Bridge over Chattanooga Creek will soon have to find another route as Chattanooga officials move to close the aging span after a state inspection found structural problems. The City of Chattanooga Department of Public Works announced the temporary closure of...
Law and Order May 28
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. 26-004876-3600 BLK Ringgold Road- Property – Police were advised by management that someone had thrown away feeding tubes in their dumpster. Police spoke with management and advised they could take the discarded medical waste to the hospital to
EPB says they’re prepared for coming storms
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — As storms are expected to continue this week, power outages could still happen. EPB says they’re prepared for anything that comes. With the ground saturated with water, trees could easily fall and disrupt power lines. EPB has crews on standby ready to make repairs.
Mayor Wamp cites hotel, motel link in overdoses as Hamilton County tracks overall drop
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp is providing more insight on data in the most recent Hamilton Counted report for 2025. The report highlights falling crime rates and fewer drug overdose deaths. However, there is one drug that actually saw an increase in use. Cocaine-related overdose deaths...
Wanted Georgia man apprehended in Allen County after vehicle pursuit
SCOTTSVILLE, Ky. – A wanted Georgia man is behind bars after allegedly fleeing police in Scottsville. According to a uniform citation, the Allen County Sheriff’s Office observed a vehicle pull off of the shoulder on Franklin Road. During this time, deputies say they learned through dispatch the driver,...

















