The Whitfield County Sheriff's Office is asking for help in the search for a man who is wanted on more than a dozen assault and drug charges following the arrest of a known gang member on Monday.The WCSO said on Facebook that Isais Moreno Jr. is wanted in connection to a shots fired case on May 12 that led to the discovery of 464 grams of a methamphetamine by investigators while searching Armondo ...  Read More

From Local 3 News: UPDATE: Three people are dead and two are in the hospital following a crash between multiple cars and tractor-trailers in Calhoun on I-75 early Tuesday morning.The first collision occurred between a tractor-trailer and a Hyundai Sonata in the Northbound lanes, a preliminary investigation by the Georgia State Patrol revealed.That tractor-trailer crossed the median into the Southb...  Read More

From Local 3 News: State Veterinarian Dr. Samantha Beaty is warning animal owners across Tennessee to be aware of New World Screwworm (NWS).The invasive pest poses a serious threat to livestock and other warm-blooded animals, including pets.New World Screwworm is a parasitic fly whose larvae feed on the living tissue of warm-blooded animals, causing painful infected wounds, which poses a serious t...  Read More

From Local 3 News: More than 100 people have been taken into custody by federal immigration officials in a joint operation with the Tennessee Highway Patrol, leaving many in Nashville's immigrant community uncertain and worried.“None of us have ever seen anything like this,” Lisa Sherman Luna, executive director of the Tennessee Immigrant and Refugee Rights Coalition said Friday.The operation with...  Read More

The Bradley County Commission met yesterday for a work session. Third District Commisioner and Finance Committee Chairman, Milan Blake added the HCI Water Project allotment to next week’s voting agenda, noting slight cost increases.A public hearing was held on the Bradley County Schools’ budget. Director of Schools, Dr. Linda Cash was at the meeting to discuss the budget aand plans of the school s...  Read More

The Cleveland City Council met yesterday. The city is considering a 12-cent property tax increase as part of the “Pennies for Progress” proposal. Options under this proposal include two new elementary schools, road widening, paving, streetscaping, and a greenway expansion. The Cleveland Utility Authority presented its proposed FY 2026 budget, projecting $118 million in revenue and $109 million in ...  Read More

From Local 3 News: UPDATE: East Ridge Police Chief Clint Uselton says a truck driver is behind bars after failing to slow down, causing the fatal crash on Interstate 75 Sunday."This could've happened on any section of any interstate. It's simply that time, at that location, there was a slowdown. Indications from what we've are that truck did not slow down," said Uselton. Police say two adults were...  Read More

From Local 3 News: Three elementary schools in Bradley County are being awarded a new accolade thanks to the hard work of several teachers.Black Fox Elementary, a Bradley County School, and Mayfield Elementary, a Cleveland City School, are both now recognized as Tennessee STEAM Designation schools.The honor recognizes schools for preparing students for future career success by focusing on science,...  Read More

From Local 3 News: Nope, it wasn't just you: a large portion of the southeast felt a tremor Saturday morning at about 9:04am.Early data from the United States Geological Survey says the quake, which was initially measured at 3.5, was upgraded minutes afterward to a 4.1 magnitude.It was centered 0.68 miles (21 km) SE of Greenback, TN at a depth of 15.47 miles (24.9 km). Greenback is about about 30 ...  Read More

From Leeuniversity.edu: The Lee University Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Phil Cook as the school’s next president, effective July 1, 2025. Dr. Phil Cook will succeed veteran president Dr. Paul Conn, who will complete a one-year term as president and return to his role as chancellor.   “It’s my pleasure to name Dr. Cook as the 18th person to lead Lee University,” said...  Read More

From Local 3 News: UPDATE: Around 5:20pm on Sunday, May 11, the East Ridge Police and Fire Departments were dispatched to I-75 Northbound regarding a multi-vehicle crash near mile marker 1.2. According to the Tennessee Highway Patrol, there were multiple fatalities. "Officers, firefighters, and EMS personnel responded quickly and began immediate lifesaving efforts," says East Ridge police.Police s...  Read More

Craig Liner was in court again yesterday for an attorney status hearing in front of Judge Sandra Donaghy. Attorney Matt Rogers was in court with Liner, but said he would not go on record as Liner’s attorney because Liner has not been able to access funds to retain him. Rogers says he is unsure of the timeline and that Liner’s funds are tied up in civil court. Liner will appear before Judge Donaghy...  Read More

The Bradley County Board of Education met last night.Dr. Linda Cash received high marks in her annual evaluation, earning an overall score of 2.97 out of 3.0. She scored perfect 3.0 ratings in categories including leadership, curriculum, budgeting, and community involvement.Board members praised Dr. Cash’s communication, strategic planning, and leadership.  The board unanimously approved Dr. Cash’...  Read More

The Cleveland City School Board met last night.The board recognized newly tenured teachers and students who assisted during a medical emergency involving a staff member during state testing.The board approved a resolution to participate in the Education Freedom Act’s bonus program, allowing qualifying teachers to receive at least $2,000. A $500 local bonus is proposed for non-eligible staff.The pr...  Read More

The Bradley County Commission met last night.The commission approved two resolutions:•To discontinue a lease at 3069 Overlook Drive, allowing Emergency Management to use the building.•To contract with TNG Construction for up to $117,506 in renovations at the Office of Emergency Management.Commissioners also announced that Household Hazardous Waste Day will be held Saturday, May 10, from 8 a.m. to ...  Read More

Bradley County Schools announced on Friday the new Principal of Walker Valley High School.The current Principal, Dr. Candice Belt, is leaving her role to pursue a new career opportunity. Dr. Jeremy Jones has been named as her successor. School officials say he brings a strong commitment to education and student success. Jones is the current Principal at Valley View Elementary. ...  Read More

From Local 3 News: A 21-year-old man drowned Sunday afternoon according to the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency.The TWRA said that Austin Sigh of Monterey, TN went into the water to help load an older, 16-foot cabin cruiser onto a trailer when he succumbed to "environmental factors" at about 4:00pm.The water temperature was 66 degrees Fahrenheit, the TWRA said.Sigh’s body was recovered in less ...  Read More

From Local 3 News: UPDATE: The Chattanooga Police Department confirmed to Local 3 News that they are investigating a shooting that occurred on I-24 Eastbound near the Westside Road exit.Much of the interstate up the ridge cut was shut down as they inspected the scene.Crews reopened all lanes at 7:30am.This is a developing story.PREVIOUS STORY: Heavy police activity at Exit 181A near Dodds Avenue h...  Read More

The 2025 Relay for Life of Bradley County, initially scheduled for Saturday, May 3, has just been postponed due to potential strong thunderstorms in the area throughout the day.The Bradley County Relay for Life Director, Dewayne Belew, told Mix 104.1 a new date for the event has not yet been announced, but will be soon. ...  Read More

Nine local students have been awarded the 2025 Rymer Scholarship by Lee University.Gold Scholars receiving $10,000 each are Wesley Denard from Cleveland High, Christopher Herron from Bradley Central, and Allissa Schalk from Walker Valley.Silver Scholars receiving $5,000 each are Isaac Augustine, Sydney Sacca, and Abrielle Schalk, all from Walker Valley.Bronze Scholars receiving $3,000 each are Hen...  Read More

From Local 3 News: UPDATE: A Rhea County pursuit bled over into Hamilton County on Thursday, May 1, ending in a multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 75 South near Hamilton Place and causing significant traffic delays.Around 9:00am, the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office were told that the Rhea County Sheriff's Office was engaged in a car chase with a black Dodge Durango on Highway 60. Hamilton County D...  Read More

Dr. Linda Cash, Director of Bradley County Schools, delivered the State of the Schools address yesterday at the PIE Innovation Center.She reported a 97.7% graduation rate for the Class of 2024, with 709 students in the system earning over  $19 million in scholarships.The district secured more than $7 million in grants and invested $2.5 million in capital improvements, including land acquisition fo...  Read More

From Local 3 News: A new Tennessee bill is drawing criticism over a provision that would make it a misdemeanor to approach a police officer within 25 feet after being told to stop.Section 5 of House Bill 55 would make it a Class B misdemeanor to “intentionally approach, within twenty-five feet (25’), a law enforcement officer” after the officer has ordered the person to stop or retreat. The restri...  Read More

From Local 3 News: UPDATE: The federal trial of a Bosnian man who was living in Chattanooga and is accused of torturing prisoners during the 1990s conflict in Bosnia began Wednesday at the Joel W. Solomon Federal Building and U.S. Courthouse.Sead Miljković, 51, faces charges of torture and passport fraud.On Wednesday, the prosecution called its first witness to the stand who is named as “victim on...  Read More