East Ridge launches stormwater study as Chattanooga marks 1 year since deadly floods
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Wednesday marks one year since devastating flash floods swept through the Chattanooga area, flooding I-24 and leaving drivers stranded for hours as rain poured down. The entire Chattanooga area received a little under 7 inches of rain in a few hours. East Ridge was hit especially...
Shingles and gutters torn off Hixson home as massive oak uproots in Tuesday night...
HIXSON, Tenn. — A Hixson couple is dealing with damage to their home after a massive oak tree came crashing down during an overnight storm Tuesday. Vic Hayden says storms typically wake him when thunder and lightning move through the area. But this time, the sound that jolted him...
Report: Volkswagen plans U.S. Overhaul with new pickup truck, Chattanooga plant in focus
CHATTANOOGA — Volkswagen could be planning to build a truck at the Chattanooga plant, according to a company source cited by Reuters. The planned U.S. overhaul comes as the automaker looks to expand its presence in a market where pickup trucks and large SUVs remain strong sellers. Reuters says...
Chattanooga Police K9 apprehends armed suspect with multiple warrants
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — A Chattanooga Police Department K9 helped officers take a combative, armed suspect into custody after police said he refused repeated commands to surrender, Tuesday night. The Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) said officers responding to a stalking call encountered a suspect armed with a pocketkn
Clean Currents: That used motor oil can find new life instead of polluting our...
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — There are roughly 300 million vehicles in the United States, and most of them need motor oil to keep running. But once that oil comes out of an engine, where it goes next matters. This week's Clean Currents takes a look at how recycling used motor...
Chattanooga police honor retirement of K-9 Burt, Duke after years of service
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — After years of working alongside Chattanooga police officers, two members of the department’s K9 unit are retiring: one after a decorated decade on the job and another after showing he was better suited for life as a family companion. K9 Burt, an 11-year-old Belgian Malinois,...
Scattered storms possible again Wednesday then staying hot for a while
Wednesday could have two rounds of showers and storms possible: one in the morning to midday and the other later in the afternoon to evening. Isolated storms could be strong to severe. A marginal, level 1 out of 5 risk for severe weather is outlined for our local area. Damaging winds, hail up to 1", and flash flooding
Preserve Chattanooga Protects Historic Highlander Folk Library In Monteagle
Preserve Chattanooga has announced that the Highlander Folk Library in Monteagle, Tennessee, is now permanently protected through a preservation easement, ensuring that one of the nation's most significant sites connected to the American labor and civil rights movements will be preserved for future generations. The Hig
First Ever Market Trivia Contest Comes To The Chattanooga Market This Sunday
Put your knowledge to the test at the first-ever Market Trivia Contest this Sunday. Anyone visiting the Chattanooga Market can gather their smartest friends or compete solo and join the fun at the Sunday Funday Stage for free trivia games at 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m., and 2:30 p.m.
Law and Order August 11
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. 26-007507- 3400 BLK Lisa Drive – Warrant Service – Police were notified that a fugitive was on scene at the apartments. The man had active warrants for Theft and Forgery. He was taken into custody and transported without incident.

















