Mosley Jones and Hadden clash over ‘diversity’ wording at Hamilton County board meeting
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. — Discussion continued Thursday night at the Hamilton County School Board as members weighed how to approach diversity in the district. Board members Karitsa Mosley Jones and Felice Hadden went back and forth over the word "diversity." Specifically, the women debated whether the district should...
36 years of Thanksgiving deliveries: Marcia Kling’s kindness fed seniors, year after year
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Thursday night the Salvation Army honored someone they call a local champion and we call a NewsChannel 9 legend: Marcia Kling. Some viewers might remember Kling from her time on NewsChannel 9's airwaves, where she dedicated 50 years of her life to sharing stories. She has...
UTC Police Department warns of sextortion scam targeting college students
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga Police Department (UTCPD) is warning students and locals about a sextortion scam that is targeting college students. They say they have investigated cases involving this scheme, with incidents ranging in severity. The UTCPD says the scam works by:....
1 dead, 1 injured in head-on crash in Walker County near Saddle Ridge School...
WALKER COUNTY, Ga. — A two-vehicle crash early Friday morning killed 1 driver and left another injured on GA 1 just south of Saddle Ridge School in Walker County, according to Georgia State Patrol. Around 6:39 a.m. Friday, GSP says a trooper was dispatched to the scene of a...
Dade County Man Found Dead After Being Reported Missing
A Dade County man who had been reported missing earlier this week has been found dead, according to the Dade County Sheriff’s Office. Authorities say Darvin York, 61, was located deceased. His cause of death has not yet been confirmed. The Dade County Coroner’s Office and the Sheriff’s Office...
Hamilton County Jail graduates first seven inmates from medication-assisted treatment prog
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. — Seven inmates at the Hamilton County Jail & Detention Center have graduated from the new Medication-Assisted Treatment program launched in December. The program was created in an effort to expand treatment options for people struggling with opioid and alcohol use disorders. The...
Pet Dental Health Month highlights hidden risks for dogs and cats in the Chattanooga...
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn — Bad breath may seem harmless in pets, but veterinarians say it can be an early warning sign of something more serious. February marks Pet Dental Health Month, and local veterinarians are reminding pet owners that oral health plays a critical role in overall wellness. “Oral health...
Largest CPD Academy Class in More Than a Decade Graduates 32 New Officers
The Chattanooga Police Department on Thursday graduated 32 cadets from its 22-week police academy, the largest class in more than a decade. By operating its own academy, the Chattanooga Police Department can tailor key portions of its training to address the specific needs of the Chattanooga community while ensuring...
Beer board denies permit for Chattanooga nightclub
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn — The Chattanooga Beer Board has denied a beer permit for a local nightclub after finding the business had been operating without the proper license for more than a year. The nightclub, Cabana’s, also faced questions about the owner’s background check during the review process.
No barista required for Drake’s new mocha cakes
COLLEGEDALE, TN — Drake’s, a McKee Foods brand, is celebrating 130 years of its snack cakes line by giving consumers a new flavor to find on the shelf. Mochaccino Devil Dogs, a twist on the classic treat, will join the Devil Dogs lineup for a limited time as the brand gears up for the snack cake’s 100th birthday in...
