Winter Weather has once again reached the Southeast Tennessee region.Here is a list of closings & delays for Wednesday, Feb. 19:Schools-Bradley County Schools - Closed WednesdayCleveland City Schools - Closed WednesdayAthens City Schools - Closed WednesdayCalhoun City Schools - Closed WednesdayCandies Creek Academy - Closed WednesdayChattanooga State - Remote Learning WednesdayCleveland Christians...  Read More

The Bradley County Commission met yesterday.The Commission passed a resolution officially sanctioning the Bradley County America 250 Committee and authorizing the county to receive and distribute state funds for the celebration of America's 250th Anniversary, which will take place in 2026. Finance Committee Chairman and 3rd District Commissioner Milan Blake made a motion to set the 2025/2026 budge...  Read More

From Local 3 News: A local family is speaking out after discovering their mother’s grave was severely damaged at Sunset Memorial Gardens, a cemetery that has faced years of complaints over poor maintenance.For Karla Richeson and her family, visiting their mother’s grave has always been a sacred tradition. Their mother passed away from COVID-19 three years ago, and each year, they return to honor h...  Read More

From Local 3 News: While the Walnut Street Bridge renovation is scheduled to begin on March 17, pre-renovation set-up began on Monday, Feb. 17.Small sections of the sidewalk will close for short periods of time while the remainder of the bridge stays open for pedestrian traffic. At least one side of the bridge will remain open until March 17 when the full renovation begins.The city has also launch...  Read More

From Local 3 News: Bradley County first responders are mourning following the passing of Chaplain Bill Griffith Sunday morning.Griffith was a chaplain for Bradley County EMS and also a former Chief Deputy at the Bradley County Sheriff's Office."For decades, he provided support and guidance to our first responders, always ready with a kind word or a prayer when needed most," Bradley County EMS post...  Read More

From Local 3 News: The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) has launched the "TBI Find" app for to enhance public awareness and provide essential details on missing persons. The app has two main features:Stay Informed: Receive notifications and access educational resources to stay informed and proactive.Vital Information Repository: Collect and store important details about yourself or your lov...  Read More

From Local 3 News: In Polk County, a section of Highway 30 near Sage Hill Road, or Kimsey Mountain Highway in Reliance, Tennessee, will be closed until further notice. We spoke with one resident who said his friend was driving on the highway when it collapsed."A friend of mine was coming through there this morning going to work, and he ran off into that and ended up in off the bank. He's okay, but...  Read More

From Local 3 News: A Brainerd High School student was arrested Friday for carrying a loaded handgun on school property. School staff were made aware of the incident when they received a phone call threatening mass violence, the Hamilton  County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) says.A loaded handgun was found in the student's backpack, officials say.The student was arrested and placed in custody at the Hami...  Read More

From Local 3 News: The office of Tennessee Governor Bill Lee sparked controversy when they missed the January 1 deadline renewal for the federal Electronic Benefits Transfers Program for Children (Summer EBT).The program, which began in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic, provided families with $120 for each eligible school-aged child to buy food during the summer months. The Summer EBT Program, ac...  Read More

The Bradley County Sheriff's Office is warning citizens of a scam text claiming recipients owe money for FastTrack Lane Tolls. If you receive this message, do not click any links or provide payment information. For more details, visit www.bradleysheriff.com/scams-and-fraud....  Read More

UPDATE: A Chattanooga Preparatory School teacher has been ordered to not have contact with minors after being indicted on 14 counts related to sexual exploitation.Kenya White's charges all stem from a February 2023 incident. A student at the school tells us White was a teacher at Chatt Prep at the time.White faces a $10,000 bond for each count. He was indicted on February 10, 2025 on the following...  Read More

The Bradley County School Board met last night.Chairman and 2nd District Board Member Vicki Beaty appointed 3rd District Board Member Teddy Bryson to the Capital Outlay Committee. Both Beaty and Bryson will serve on the Committee. Bradley County Schools will host a job fair at the PIE Center on February 25 from 4:00- 5:30 p.m. The fair is for anyone interested in working for Bradley County Schools...  Read More

From the Chattanoogan: Governor Bill Lee has signed the Education Freedom Act, creating Tennessee’s first universal school choice program.Governor Lee called it a “momentous day” for Tennessee families, thanking parents, students, and legislators for their support. Education Commissioner Lizzette Reynolds emphasized that the bill also includes funding for teacher bonuses, K-12 facilities, and ensu...  Read More

From Local 3 News: The Polk County Sheriff's Office posted early Thursday morning that part of the road near the intersection of Highway 30 and Sage Hill Road has washed out.The Tennessee Department of Transportation's Smartway website give the location as the 2300 block of Kimsey Mountain Highway, and notes that the damage has closed the road in both eastbound and westbound directions.Repair work...  Read More

From Cleveland State: The community is invited to a free Valentine’s Concert on Thursday, February 13, 6 p.m. Cleveland State Community College’s music program presents this concert in the George R. Johnson Cultural Heritage Center Auditorium on the college’s main campus. The concert will feature music performed by Cleveland State’s Vocal Rhapsody choral ensemble and the Choir Club. The evening’s ...  Read More

Bradley County Trustee Mike Smith has released the schedule for the satellite property tax collection locations for February.Smith stated, "The satellite locations have been very popular with taxpayers. They have eliminated the need for citizens to come to the office and have allowed property owners to pay their property taxes closer to home."To pay at a satellite location, taxpayers must have the...  Read More

The City of Cleveland announced on social media that for the 33rd consecutive year, Cleveland has been recognized as a Tree City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation. The post said, “This prestigious designation honors Cleveland's ongoing commitment to effective urban forest management and environmental stewardship.”...  Read More

The U.S. Attorney's Office and law enforcement agencies in Tennessee announced the indictment of multiple people in the state with ties to the Venezuelan gang, TdA. They face charges related to human sex trafficking.Acting U.S. Attorney Robert McGuire and leaders with the Metro Nashville Police Department, Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, and other federal agencies announced the results of an in...  Read More

McMinn County Schools will operate via remote learning today and tomorrow, Wednesday, Feb. 12, due to rising illness among students and staff, as well as expected heavy rainfall and potential flooding. During the remote learning days, elementary and high school students can pick up meals at McMinn High School or Central High School from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m._________From Local 3 News: The flu virus i...  Read More

Bradley County General Sessions Court Judge Clay Collins did not grant bond for Craig Liner during a hearing yesterday. Liner is charged with murdering his ex-wife, Karen Liner, on January 27. Liner’s attorney asked Judge Collins to recuse himself, claiming he had personal conflicts in the case. The defense claimed Judge Collins was sponsored for membership in the Rotary Club by Brian Workman, own...  Read More

The County Commission met yesterday for a work session.Fourth District Commissioner Howard Thompson put forth a resolution to amend the Bradley County Beer Board Permit Application Procedures to forbid the sale, storage, and manufacturing of beer or the consumption on a premises within 185 feet of schools, churches, and other public areas. The resolution has been placed on the next voting session ...  Read More

From TN.gov: Last night, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee delivered his seventh State of the State address, outlining budget and legislative priorities for the upcoming year. His proposed $59.5 billion budget includes investments in education, infrastructure, economic development, and public safety.Key highlights include:$25 million for a Farmland Conservation Fund and $52 million to create five new st...  Read More

From Local 3 News: Athens firefighters are responding to a crash at local medical clinic on Friday morning.It happened at Athens Women’s Clinic in the 800 block of Cook Drive near Starr Regional Medical Center.Photos from a Local 3 viewer show a hunter green Toyota Camry has crashed through the front wall of the clinic.Details are limited at this time.We are working to learn more about the crash a...  Read More

Charlton Craig Liner, a Cleveland man accused of murdering his ex-wife Karen Liner, will appear in a Bradley County courtroom today for a bond hearing before Judge Clay Collins. Liner faces charges of First-Degree Murder and Felony Murder. If convicted, he could receive life in prison with parole eligibility after 51 years.The hearing is scheduled for 1:00 PM and can be watched live at MixTV.TV. ...  Read More