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New schedule for City of Cleveland's Friday Festivals following rain cancellations
on June 16th, 2025
The City of Cleveland’s Friday Festivals concert was canceled again due to weather.Officials have rescheduled the two canceled concerts. Here’s the updated Friday Festival schedule:June 20 – The Warman TrioJune 27 – Sweet Georgia SoundJune 28 – The Dexter Thomas Band (Saturday evening)July 11 – The Collins Brothers Band (rescheduled from this past Friday)From News Channel 9-Two men from Cleveland,... Read More
Cleveland State partners with City Fields for college and career program for students in foster system
on June 13th, 2025
Cleveland State Community College has partnered with City Fields to provide college and career discovery programs for foster youth.The bootcamps are open to high school juniors, seniors and recent graduates who have been in the foster system.They’ll explore career paths, campus life, and financial aid options.Cleveland State’s Dr. John Squires says the partnership reflects their commitment to acce... Read More
City of Cleveland warns public of phone scam
on June 13th, 2025
The City of Cleveland is warning citizens to be aware of scams sent by text message or by phone calls. The scan claims you have an outstanding traffic ticket and asks you to complete a payment online or over the phone to avoid having your license suspended or incurring additional fees. Officials say the State of Tennessee and the DMV do not send unsolicited text messages or make phone calls for co... Read More
I-75 on-ramp at Volkswagen Drive reopens after dump truck crash
on June 13th, 2025
From Local 3 News: UPDATE: The on-ramp to I-75 at Volkswagen Drive has reopened after a dump truck ended up on its side Thursday afternoon.The crash happened shortly after 12:00pm and blocked the on-ramp to the southbound side of the interstate and the right shoulder.The truck belongs to Wright Brothers and was the only vehicle involved in the incident.The unidentified driver was not hurt.Wright B... Read More
Two people suffer extensive burn injuries in Bradley Co. Wednesday
on June 12th, 2025
From Local 3 News: Two people in McDonald, Tennessee, suffered severe burns Wednesday night when an accelerant they used to start a fire caused an explosion, according to Bradley County EMS and Bradley County Fire Chief Jeff Stewart.One patient was flown to the burn center at Vanderbilt in serious condition. The second patient was transported by ground to Erlanger in Chattanooga.The names of the m... Read More
Teen facing murder charge in deadly shooting at Meigs Co. home on Tuesday
on June 12th, 2025
From Local 3 News: UPDATE: A Meigs County teenager is facing a murder charge in the shooting death of a man at a home in Georgetown on Tuesday.District Attorney General Russell Johnson said a juvenile delinquent petition for First Degree Murder has been taken out on a 15-year-old girl in a deadly shooting at a home in the 200 block of Gunstocker Road.General Johnson said the victim, Richard High, ... Read More
Leadership Cleveland applications being accepted for 2025-26 Class
on June 11th, 2025
The Cleveland/Bradley Chamber of Commerce is now accepting applications for the 2025-2026 class of Leadership Cleveland.The leadership development program is open to established and emerging leaders and provides monthly sessions, site visits, and hands-on leadership training starting in September.Applications are due by Friday, July 25. Details and the application form are available at the Chamber... Read More
Bradley County School Board meeting recap
on June 11th, 2025
The Bradley County School Board met yesterday.The board approved the purchase of 40.4 acres of land on Dry Valley Road for a new elementary school. The land will cost just over $1 million, and board members authorized Director of Schools Dr. Linda Cash to sign the necessary documents to finalize the purchase.The board also recognized several new principals in the school system. Sarah Haynes will l... Read More
Cleveland man charged with setting up 'pretend rape' with agent he thought was a minor
on June 11th, 2025
From News Channel 9 (Read full story here): A Cleveland man faces charges after authorities say he tried to set up a sexual encounter with a person he thought was a 15-year-old boy, but turned out to be an undercover FBI agent.Jeffrey Adair Young, 65, was arrested Monday by Lookout Mountain Police. According to an affidavit, the FBI tipped off local officers that Young was traveling to Lookout Mou... Read More
TDOT prepares for 2025 Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival
on June 10th, 2025
From TN.gov: The Tennessee Department of Transportation is preparing for traffic as the 2025 Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival approaches.More than 65,000 people are expected to attend the festival in Manchester from June 12 through June 15. TDOT is coordinating with state and local agencies to keep I-24 traffic flowing and get festivalgoers in and out safely.HELP trucks will patrol the area, const... Read More
Tennessee prison riot contained after several hours; 3 inmates and 1 guard injured
on June 10th, 2025
From Local 3 News: Inmates at a Tennessee prison sought to destroy property, compromised security cameras and set a few fires during a riot that took several hours to contain and caused minor injuries to three inmates and one guard, the facility's private operator said.On Sunday evening, a large group of inmates at Trousdale Turner Correctional Center from several housing units left their cells an... Read More
Bradley County Commission meeting recap
on June 10th, 2025
The Bradley County Commission met yesterday afternoon.County Mayor Gary Davis distributed updated budget amendments, approved by the finance committee last week. The revised pages reflect minor changes, including a state grant adjustment from $861,000 to $656,000 and a $5,000 change to the commission’s line item. Mayor Davis also requested that two resolutions be added to next week’s agenda: one t... Read More
Cleveland City Council meeting recap
on June 10th, 2025
The Cleveland City Council met yesterday.The City Council was presented with a balanced budget for fiscal year 2025–2026. While the proposed budget did not include a property tax increase, the council voted to continue discussions and left the door open to explore their funding options, which could include up to a 10.5-cent property tax increase. As a part of the budget proposal, City Manager Joe ... Read More
Man dies after trying to set Lee Hwy. motel on fire
on June 9th, 2025
From Local 3 News: UPDATE: One man is dead after a large emergency response to a Lee Highway motel Sunday, June 8.He barricaded himself inside a room and attempted to set a fire, a spokesperson for the Chattanooga Fire Department said in a statement. Multiple witnesses called for help around 11:25am after seeing smoke coming from the window of the room.When firefighters with the Chattanooga Fire D... Read More
Ed the runaway Zebra found safe after a week of exploring
on June 9th, 2025
From Local 3 News: UPDATE: Ed the zebra has officially been captured as of this morning, the owners confirmed to NBC affiliate WSMV4.A team from Texas, Tango 82, helped capture Ed within an hour after finding him near the Buchanan Estates subdivision near Interstate 24.The Rutherford County Sheriff's Office, the Tennessee Highway Patrol, and the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency established comm... Read More
20 passengers on board during skydiving plane crash, 4 with serious injuries
on June 9th, 2025
From Local 3 News: UPDATE: Tennessee Highway Patrol confirms that the plane that crashed at the Tullahoma Regional Airport this afternoon was a skydiving plane, or a DeHaviland DH-6 Twin Otter.Lyle Russell with THP tells Local 3 that there were 20 passengers on the plane in total, with 3 sent by helicopter and one sent by ground transport for more serious injuries. Others were treated at the scene... Read More
Local campgrounds, parks receive high scores from health inspectors
on June 6th, 2025
From Local 3 News: It was another high-performing week for restaurants in the Tennessee Valley.No failing scores were reported.With the 2024-2025 school year wrapped up and summer plans underway, health inspectors took a look at a few campgrounds, state parks, and pools in the area.In Hamilton County, Camp Jordan’s soccer fields, quad, arena, and baseball/softball fields were examined and all scor... Read More
Scam texts claiming to be Tennessee DMV reported
on June 6th, 2025
A new scam is targeting Tennessee residents with fake text messages claiming to be from the “Department of Vehicles.”Authorities say the messages are fraudulent and note a key error: Tennessee has a Department of Motor Vehicles, not “Not Department of Vehicles.” The texts falsely warn of unpaid traffic tickets and are sent from unofficial email addresses. Authorities are urging people not to respo... Read More
Cleveland man accused of killing ex-wife appears in court
on June 6th, 2025
Craig Liner, already charged with the murder of his ex-wife Karen Liner, is now accused of trying to have his ex-mother-in-law killed from jail.Liner appeared in court yesterday in front of Judge Clay Collins. A fellow inmate, William “Terry” McDaniel, testified that Craig Liner approached him to “solve his problem,” referring to his mother-in-law. McDaniel wore recording devices, provided by Brad... Read More
Craig Liner to appear in court today; watch live on Mix TV
on June 5th, 2025
Craig Liner, already charged with the murder of his ex-wife Karen Liner, is now accused of trying to have his ex-mother-in-law killed from jail.Liner will appear in court today before Judge Clay Collins around 1:30 PM. WCLE will have full coverage of the hearing on MixTV.TV.... Read More
State Route 58 north closed due to sinkhole
on June 5th, 2025
A portion of Highway 58 in Hamilton County remains closed due to a large sinkhole discovered Tuesday night.TDOT says the northbound lanes just past Sutton Road are still shut down as geotechnical crews work on repairs. Updates will be provided as the situation develops.... Read More
Spirit Airlines launches first flights to Newark, Orlando, Fort Lauderdale from CHA
on June 5th, 2025
From Local 3 News: Budget air carrier Spirit Airlines has launched their new flights to three popular destinations on the east coast from Chattanooga.On Wednesday, June 4, non-stop flights to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and Orlando International Airport (MCO) begin, followed by a third route to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) that starts Thursday, June 5.The ne... Read More
Bridge work to reduce highway over Watts Bar Dam in Meigs County to 1 lane
on June 4th, 2025
From News Channel 9 (Read the full story here): TVA will close one lane of U.S. Highway 68 in Meigs County across Watts Bar Dam for about two weeks starting June 9.Crews will perform bridge deck repairs and apply an epoxy overlay. Traffic will be managed by portable signals, and delays are expected.TVA says the project should be completed by June 20, weather permitting.... Read More
Small dog snatched by hawk at local kennel found alive
on June 4th, 2025
A small dog in Cleveland survived a harrowing incident over the weekend after being snatched by a hawk at a local dog facility.The Teacup Yorkie had been left at the center while its owners were on a cruise. On Saturday, an attendant let the dog into an outdoor fenced kennel.A hawk flew in and carried the dog away. A nearby resident later found the Yorkie near her home and used Facebook to trace t... Read More