Former Abba’s House deacon ordered to stay away from Hixson church
A Hamilton County judge has ordered a man charged with videoing a teen babysitter to stay away from Abba's House. Chris Collins, a former deacon at the Hixson church, had his first court hearing Tuesday. A police affidavit says the accusations came to light when Collins had his wife hold...
Monkey business: Chattanooga Zoo welcomes ‘mustached’ twins, seeks help naming them
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — The Chattanooga Zoo has welcomed two tiny mustached monkeys to the family! The emperor tamarins--a small primate species found in Peru, Bolivia and Brazil--were born on October 25th, 2025, to Dolly and Parmigiano, their mother and father. Now, the zoo is asking for the public to...
Auburn signs former Chattanooga cornerback out of the transfer portal
Despite having already brought in over 30 transfers, Auburn isn’t done adding to its 2026 roster. The latest incoming transfer is former Chattanooga corner Kamari Todd, who signed with the Tigers on Monday, a source confirmed to AL.com. Todd becomes the fifth corner Auburn has signed out of the transfer portal this...
From addiction to inspiration: Chattanooga woman’s vision changed lives of female addicts
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Addiction took everything away from one woman in Chattanooga, but a second chance changed her life forever. On Pay It Forward, sponsored by the McMahan Law Firm, we surprise the person behind the program that changed her life for good. Everybody has a story. In this...
Walnut Street Bridge set to reopen September 2026
Chattanooga’s iconic and historic Walnut Street Bridge is set to reopen later this year following a major and ongoing revitalization of the pedestrian bridge. Chattanooga Parks and Outdoors recently took to social media to share the news, citing how ongoing renovations are underway and making significant progress....
ERPD Arrests Jan. 15-18
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from Jan. 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.
Walker County School Board to Meet Tuesday
The Walker County Board of Education will hold its regular session meeting Tuesday, January 20, beginning at 6 p.m. at the Walker County Department of Education Building, located at 301 North Cherokee Street in LaFayette. Board members will open the meeting with the call to order, invocation, and pledge to...
These 13 Tennessee Meat-And-Three Cafeterias Prove The Sides Are The Real Stars
There’s something magical about a Tennessee meat-and-three that hits differently than any other dining experience. You walk in, grab a tray, and suddenly you’re faced with the most delicious dilemma: choosing just three sides from a lineup that could easily fill your entire plate twice over. Sure, the...
Tennessee bill proposes cameras in special ed classrooms, sparking privacy debate
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. — A new bill could put cameras in special education classrooms across Tennessee. While some parents say it would protect students who can't speak up, others are concerned that surveillance would violate their child's privacy. State Representative Kevin Raper of Cleveland introduced the bill....
These 17 Tennessee Fried Chicken Spots Are Still Flying Under The Radar
Tennessee may be famous for fried chicken, but the true treasures lie in the corners most visitors never stumble upon. After years tracking down the crispiest, juiciest bites across the state, I’ve discovered that the most unforgettable plates hide in plain sight. From Memphis kitchens crafting wings with a...
