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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
Governor Lee signs law targeting AI-generated child pornography to protect minors
on June 4th, 2025
From News Channel 9 (Read the full story here): Tennessee Governor Bill Lee has signed new legislation to crack down on AI-generated child pornography in Tennessee.Senate Bill 741, sponsored by Senator Ken Yager, criminalizes the possession, distribution, and production of software designed to create AI child sexual abuse material.Possession is now a Class E felony; distribution is a Class C felon... Read More
Former assisted living center owner in Bradley County indicted on fraud charges
on June 3rd, 2025
Andrew Charles Sneed was arraigned in Bradley County Criminal Court yesterday morning. Sneed has been reset for a plea/assignment on July 28 at 8:30 AM.Sneed has been indicted on eight felony counts related to fraud and financial misconduct.The charges, filed by a Bradley County Grand Jury, include forgery, fraudulent computer use, and money laundering. The indictment claims Sneed used company fun... Read More
Cleveland City School Board meeting recap
on June 3rd, 2025
The Cleveland City School Board met last night.The board approved the 2025–26 LEA Consolidated Plan, and next year’s meeting schedule. They also reviewed strategic plans for school nutrition and technology.Four elementary schools—Arnold, Stuart, Mayfield, and Candies Creek—were named Capturing Kids’ Hearts National Showcase Schools. Stuart and Mayfield were also designated as state STEM and STEAM ... Read More
Bradley County Commission meeting recap
on June 3rd, 2025
The Bradley County Commission met last night.Mayor Gary Davis presented the proposed $229.4 million 2025-2026 budget. The budget includes a 3% raise for full-time county employees and no tax increase. The Mayor also stressed that no departments will receive less funding than they received this year. The top 5 increases were in the following areas:$782,000 in local money to the Bradley County Schoo... Read More
6 hospitalized after wreck in downtown Gatlinburg
on June 2nd, 2025
From Local 3 News: Six people were taken to the hospital after a five-vehicle crash in downtown Gatlinburg on Sunday, June 1.Three of those patients were taken to the University of Tennessee Medical Center by helicopter, according to our NBC Affiliate in Knoxville, WBIR.The Gatlinburg Police Department, local fire departments, and the Tennessee Highway Patrol responded to the crash around 4:14pm i... Read More
Cleveland Fire Department responds to house fire Friday
on June 2nd, 2025
The Cleveland Fire Department responded to a residential fire early Friday morning.Crews arrived at the home on Truck Street NE to find it fully engulfed in flames and began defensive operations. The lone occupant escaped without injury. The cause of the fire is under investigation. The American Red Cross is assisting the resident.... Read More
Over 260 TN Guardsmen depart for first leg of year-long deployment to Middle East
on June 2nd, 2025
From Local 3 News: More than 260 Guardsmen with the Tennessee Army National Guard's 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment left from both Knoxville and Smyrna on Friday for their first leg of deployment in the Middle East.According to the Tennessee Department of Military, soldiers are now serving in Fort Cavasos, Texas for a few weeks of deployment training before flying to Kuwait, where they will stay fo... Read More
Unexpected tornado causes multiple reported injuries in Loudon, Monroe Counties
on June 2nd, 2025
From our partners at Local 3 News: An unexpected possible tornado touchdown caused multiple injuries near Sweetwater on Friday morning, according to the Loudon County Sheriff's Office.Around 9:00am on Friday, May 30, spokesperson Cody Bengel reported the possible touchdown in the Philadelphia area near Holt Road and Stockton Valley.According to the sheriff's office, dozens of first responders are ... Read More
Dalton man arrested, charged with aggravated assault after road rage turns into shooting
on May 27th, 2025
From Local 3 News: A Dalton man was arrested Friday afternoon after road rage led to a shooting in downtown Dalton on East Morris Street near the railroad tracks. Police say 22-year-old Alfredo Herrera, Jr. fired multiple rounds from his car after a dispute with another driver around 3:00pm.Herrera had just left the Crescent City Tavern in his Ford Mustang when he "began to lay drag spinning his t... Read More
Community in mourning after death of 16-year-old Bradley Central High student
on May 27th, 2025
From News Channel 9 (Read the full story here): The community is mourning the loss of a 16-year-old Bradley Central High student who passed away over the weekend.An obituary says Brodie Christopher King 'passed away on Saturday, May 24, 2025 in a Chattanooga, TN hospital.'We do not know at this time how he ended up in the hospital.Brodie was a member of the Bradley Central High School Bears footba... Read More
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Local campgrounds, parks receive high scores from health inspectors
June 6th, 2025
Scam texts claiming to be Tennessee DMV reported
June 6th, 2025
Cleveland man accused of killing ex-wife appears in court
June 6th, 2025
Craig Liner to appear in court today; watch live on Mix TV
June 5th, 2025
State Route 58 north closed due to sinkhole
June 5th, 2025
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2025
January
Motorcycle driver killed in single-vehicle crashTBI investigating deadly deputy-involved shooting at local Publix locationDriver rams New Year's revelers in New Orleans, killing at least 10. FBI investigating as 'act of terrorism'TVA winter prep, saving energy tipsLakesite man arrested, arson and possession of Molotov cocktailUPDATE: Car that veered over side of East Brow Road still unrecoveredCold weather car preparationNew Tennessee license requirement for certain state residentsDog helps save North Chattanooga family from early morning fireLee University mourns passing of veteran faculty, Coach Kay McDanielCleveland City Board of Education meeting recapBradley County Commission meeting recapTDOT preparing Tennessee Valley for possible winter weather this weekBradley Trustee's Office receives positive state audit for 2023-2024 fiscal yearDownload Mix 104.1 App for winter weather updatesBonnaroo Music & Arts Festival Unveils 2025 LineupCohutta mobile home fire kills grandmother, mother, and young childrenCar crashes into Etowah Nutrition storeSerious car crash on Highway 153 Thursday eveningFood City in Cleveland celebrating Grand Opening of pharmacyTEMA holds media briefing to discuss winter storm preparationsRecent snowfall helps HCSO arrest wanted fugitive from GeorgiaCleveland State's Mark E. Smith Performance Center Grand Opening to be held on WednesdayMan arrested for shooting at family playing in snowCleveland City Council meeting recapSearch warrant reveals multiple containers of fentanyl, Sweetwater man arrestedBradley County Commission meeting recapOpponents of Governor Bill Lee's school voucher bill holding rally in Hamilton CountyWater main break shuts down part of Shallowford Rd. for 24-hoursLocal state senator coauthors bill to ban electronic devices in Tennessee classrooms46-year-old woman killed in crash on Apison PikeWoman & man found dead after shooting in Rhea Co. WednesdayLee University to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.Bradley County School Board meeting recapCleveland Mayor Kevin Brooks delivers State of the City addressTwo TN lawmakers agree to sponsor bill to change state's statute of limitations on some privacy lawsPOST Commission approves deal allowing Grundy Co. Sheriff to keep certificationDalton man arrested after shooting at woman, SWAT standoffTrump taps former TN education commissioner Penny Schwinn as next US Deputy Secretary of EducationCPD investigates pedestrian killed on Highway 153; truck slams into TDOT vehicle on sceneGarden Plaza hosts Warming Hearts Coat DriveHamilton County woman fighting to get husband out of prisonLee University's Presidential Concert Series to present Alan Wyatt Jazz EnsembleSweetwater woman arrested and charged with murder and elderly abuseBradley County deputies arrest suspect in attempted burglary at CBD storeJason Chen sentenced to life in prison without parole for murder of Jasmine PaceSettlement reached in Family Dollar Stores rodent-infested products investigation in TNCleveland City Schools Board of Education opposes Gov. Lee's Education Freedom ActBradley County Commission meeting recapVolkswagen offers new proposal to UAWNashville high school student fatally shoots one student and himself in school cafeteriaTVA sets new power demand record on very cold dayGov. Lee comments on Freedom Education Act, illegal immigrationCleveland/Bradley Chamber of Commerce hosts 99th Annual DinnerTennessee ends 2024 with unemployment rate below U.S. rateTN Gov. Lee to deliver seventh State of the State Address on Feb. 10State report reveals how traffic control worker on I-75 between Ooltewah & Cleveland diedLee University Encore Art Show to open TuesdayMuch-loved BCSO K-9 Joker diesEx-husband of local realtor charged with first-degree murder MondayBradley County Commission work session recapSpecial session to decide on Tennessee voucher bill is underwayCity of Cleveland addresses KKK flyers circulating in Cleveland and ChattanoogaCleveland man charged with first degree and felony murder pleads not guiltyChattanooga business owner Rick Davis charged with passing worthless checksSen. Adam Lowe announces $2.9M site development grant for Spring BranchPassenger jet with 64 aboard collides with Army helicopter while landing at Reagan Airport near DCUPDATE: Case against Harrison man accused of shooting at family playing in snow sent to grand juryEducation Freedom Act passes both chambers of the Tennessee legislatureTwo crashes in Bradley Co. delay traffic while helicopter lands
February
Multiple vehicles involved in multiple accidents due to heavy fog in Athens SaturdayTennessee AG announces settlement in principle with NCAA to protect student-athletes' rights25th annual Great Strides Walk to take place March 29Lee University to host Honor Choir Concert Bradley County Commission meeting recapJudge frees Rhea Co. man after 30 years in prison for crimes he did not commitBradley County Schools alumna set to appear on American IdolNew area code use begins for area famously known as the "423"Rural Healthcare Grant awarded to Cleveland StateUAW releases videos amid negotiations with Volkswagen ChattanoogaTwo felons arrested after separate pursuits in East TennesseeDecatur home catches fire Wednesday morningMan killed in Thursday morning crash on Highway 60 in Meigs CountyI-24 EB reduced to two lanes Friday night to Tuesday morningFedEx to close facilities in Dalton & Cleveland this year; Chattanooga location to remain openCar crashes into Athens Women's Clinic Friday morningCleveland man accused of murdering his ex-wife to appear in court today for bond hearingCleveland State's Community Pitch Competition to be held March 25McMinn High School students arrested for conspiracy to commit act of terrorismSchools in the Tennessee Valley close amidst spike in flu casesJudge does not grant bond at Craig Liner hearing MondayBradley County Commission meeting recapGov. Lee delivers 2025 State of the State AddressBradley County Trustee releases schedule for satellite property tax collectionsCleveland celebrates 33rd consecutive year as Tree City USASeveral indicted in Tennessee in human trafficking ring tied to Venezuelan gangGov. Lee signs Education Freedom Act into lawRoad washes out in Polk CountyCleveland State to host free Valentine's concert todayBradley County School Board meeting recap