Chattanooga news
If you commute to and from the Chattanooga area or within the city limits during school hours, motorists now have more good reasons to be mindful of their speed. The City of Chattanooga’s new school zone traffic cameras activate for two school zones in the area starting on Monday, October 6th. The Chattanooga Police Department …
On Wednesday, October 1st, the Grundy County Sheriff’s Office responded to an abandoned home in Altamont, where suspected homemade pipe bombs were found. The area was cleared and secured for safety, and the Chattanooga Police Bomb Squad quickly responded and recovered the devices. The sheriff’s department said they were grateful for their fast and professional …
According to new data from the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development (TDLWD), unemployment rates declined in every Tennessee county in August. All 95 counties saw their unemployment rates drop from July to August, while no county experienced a decline from June to July. Local county unemployment rates: Marion-5.3 in July, down to 4.1 …
The South Pittsburg Pirates recovered six fumbles in the second half, improving to 4-1 and dropping Red Bank to 1-4. The Pirates beat the Lions 31-7. South Pittsburg senior Dayon Cooper carried the ball 21 times for 161 yards and two touchdowns. The Pirates will host Christian County, Ky, on Friday at Beene Stadium. The …
The Warriors of Marion County are on the road this week against region opponent Monterey (2-3). Check out the game on Friday at www.theriver104.9.com. South Pittsburg (3-1) will host Red Bank (1-3). The game can be heard on The River 104.9, AM 910, or www.theriver104.9.com. Whitwell (1-4) will venture away from home this week to take on …
This week is all about helping families keep kids safe on the road. Car seats can be tricky. In Tennessee, 58% of rear-facing seats are installed incorrectly. Let a certified tech help you get it right. Rear- or forward-facing, the rule stays the same: keep your child in their car seat until they reach the …
Recent changes have been implemented regarding eligibility for SNAP benefits in Tennessee. On Monday, the Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS) announced revisions to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) work requirements for Able-Bodied Adults Without Dependents (ABAWDs), following the passage of HR 1 in July. Under the new regulations, ABAWDs must fulfill specific work-related …
The Tennessee Sports Writers Association and USA Today Network announced football rankings after Week 4 on Monday. Top 10 teams in each of the six Division I classifications and Top 5 in three Division II classes were selected by TSWA members and USA Today writers with first-place votes in parentheses and total points based on …
The Chattanooga Prep Sentinels (2-3) outgained the Marion County Warriors (4-1) 316-131 in total yards for the non-region 18-6 win. The loss snapped Marion’s eight-game winning streak dating back to last season. The Warriors entered their Homecoming game ranked No. 1 in Class 2A and is the reigning state champion. Ashton Martin scored on an …
The Chattanooga Police Department announces the loss of K9 Diesel, who died on Wednesday, following injuries sustained during a SWAT operation. Despite emergency surgery on September 15, his condition was determined to be irreversible, leading to the humane decision to euthanize the animal. Diesel, a German Shepherd born in August 2022, joined CPD in April …
