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From Local 3 News: Starting January 1, 2027, some drivers in the state of Tennessee will have to provide additional documents to secure their vehicle registration.To register a vehicle in the United States, an applicant must provide specific documents: a birth certificate, ID card and resident status.Now, new Tennessee drivers must provide proof that they are a United States citizen.This new code ...

From News Channel 9: The Tennessee House speaker is proposing a grocery tax cut to make the cost of food more affordable.The measure follows a Democratic push for the same thing this legislative session after a similar proposal failed last year.Cutting the sales tax on groceries is something shoppers can get behind, but the verdict is still out on which legislative proposal should move forward.Bla...

The Bradley County Board of Education voted Thursday afternoon to formally support the County Commission’s restrictions on data centers near schools, citing concerns about the proposed Project Midspan development near Walker Valley High School.The resolution passed by a vote of six to one, with board member Alan Smith casting the lone opposing vote. Smith questioned whether the school board should...

From the Chattanooga Times Free Press: A Tennessee appeals court has upheld a more than $57,000 judgment against a Cleveland storage facility and its owner after a couple reported thousands of dollars in stolen belongings.Read the full story HERE.......

From Local 3 News: Tennessee has elevated its emergency management plan following severe flooding in Polk County, allowing state agencies to coordinate additional support for local recovery efforts.The Tennessee Emergency Management Agency (TEMA) activated the State Emergency Operations Center to a Level 4 – Elevated on November 5 in response to the flooding.The state also activated the Tennessee ...

From Local 3 News: Federal officials completed preliminary damage assessments in Copperhill following devastating flooding, marking another step in deciding if additional disaster assistance will be available.The City of Copperhill shared the update Wednesday, November 11, saying residents and businesses should remain patient.What Happens NextThe assessments were conducted by the Federal Emergency...

The Bradley County Commission heard concerns Monday about a proposed Dollar General store on Spring Place Road during a work session. Several residents spoke against the project, raising concerns about traffic and safety near the proposed location.The property would need to be rezoned from agricultural and residential to general commercial. The Planning Commission previously deadlocked on the requ...

The Cleveland/Bradley Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for two of its highest community honors.The M.C. Headrick Free Enterprise Award recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to the local economy through entrepreneurship, innovation, and business leadership.It’s the Chamber’s highest honor and was presented last year to Isaac Libbey of Best Buy Metals.The Robert W....

From Local 3 News: A juvenile was taken to the hospital after being struck by a deer while riding an ATV in Cleveland, Tennessee.The Bradley County Sheriff's Office says deputies responded to the incident on Live Oak Trail on November 9.Officials say the juvenile was wearing a helmet at the time of the incident.The Sheriff's Office is not releasing the juvenile's identity or details about their in...

From Local 3 News: UPDATE: An elderly McMinn County couple was found dead in their home, and their son is now charged with stealing his father’s car.Timothy Libbey, 36, was arrested the day his parents were found dead with multiple stab wounds.Timothy had just been released from prison on November 7 after serving a sentence for aggravated assault. His parents were found dead on November 8.Troopers...

MainStreet Cleveland has announced another change to the route for this year’s Cleveland Christmas Parade.The parade is scheduled for Saturday, December 5th, at 6 p.m.Organizers say the updated route is more similar to previous years and will provide additional viewing opportunities while improving safety and logistics for participants.The changes come after Bradley Central High School became unav...

A heated exchange over freedom of speech temporarily interrupted Monday’s Cleveland City Council meeting, prompting Mayor Kevin Brooks to call a recess and consult with the city attorney.During public comments, resident Misty Parks confronted Brooks over remarks she claims he made about political messages displayed on her vehicle. When Parks began discussing national political issues, Brooks inter...

From Local 3 News: Adrienne White, a lifelong Chattanooga resident and longtime owner of Lake Winnepesaukah Amusement Park, has died at 94.The amusement park opened in 1925 and has been a staple attraction in Rossville, Georgia, for generations.White began working at the park as a child alongside her grandmother, who co-owned the business. She later took over ownership and lived to see the park ce...

From Local 3 News: A death investigation is underway after two people were found dead in an Athens, Tennessee, home on Sunday.The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) told Local 3 News that it is investigating the death of two people in the 100 block of County Road 654 on November 8, 2026.The 10th Judicial District Attorney General’s Office requested the TBI investigate.The TBI identified those...

The SPCA of Bradley County will host its first-ever Fall with the Furballs adoption event this Saturday, November 14.The event will take place from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. at the SPCA's new property at 111 Industrial Way Southwest, off APD 40.Dogs and cats will be available for adoption, along with more than 25 vendors and food trucks.Activities will include face painting, a photo booth, live music, ...

Cleveland City Schools has announced its Fall 2026 Employees of the Year, recognizing outstanding teachers, administrators, and support staff across the district.Sara Whitener was named Principal of the Year, while Cliff Eason received Supervisor of the Year.Chelsie Powers of Candy's Creek Cherokee Elementary was named Elementary Teacher of the Year.Eric Sacharczyk of Cleveland Middle School recei...

From News Channel 9: McCaysville and Copperhill officials say supplies are available as recovery and cleanup efforts continue in the cities; they are also asking for volunteers.Both cities are asking residents and business owners to place flood-damaged items on the street or sidewalks for pickup.Residents have also been asked to leave at least one lane of travel open for emergency and cleanup crew...

From News Channel 9: Deputies responded to a reported domestic disturbance early this morning, Sunday, Nov. 8, and took a man into custody after calling SWAT for reinforcements.Around 2:51 A.M., deputies with the Bradley County Sheriff’s Office were called to a residence on Heritage Hill Circle NE.Upon arrival, deputies encountered Steven Poe, who was reportedly acting erratically and raising conc...

WCLE is Southeast Tennessee’s Football Headquarters. This is the first week of the TSSAA playoffs. The Walker Valley Mustangs will host Lawrence County tonight. The game starts at 7:00.You can listen to Mustang game coverage on Cleveland’s Oldies 99.1.The Cleveland Blue Raiders will host West Ridge tonight. The game starts at 7:00. You can listen to Raider game live on Mix 104.1. You can also watc...

From Local 3 News & TVA: Historic flooding has devastated parts of Copperhill, Tennessee, and neighboring McCaysville, Georgia, following torrential rainfall Wednesday night into Thursday morning. The flooding has prompted dozens of water rescues, widespread road closures, and emergency evacuations.The Ocoee River reached a record 18.05 feet in Copperhill around six Thursday morning. That surpasse...