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From the TWRA: The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency is increasing patrols on the water during the Fourth of July holiday weekend.TWRA officers will participate in Operation Dry Water from July 3rd through July 5th, a nationwide campaign aimed at stopping impaired boating.The agency says alcohol or drugs contributed to 38 percent of Tennessee’s 26 boating deaths last year.Boating under the influ...

From News Channel 9: An arrest report has identified the victim in Tuesday’s fatal stabbing in Bradley County.The victim has been identified as Perry Freeman, who was found with severe stab wounds inside a home on Lowery Street around 3:00 Tuesday morning.Investigators say Christopher Taylor had been looking for Freeman before going to the home. Witnesses told deputies Taylor left the house shortl...

From Local 3 News: UPDATE: The 18-year-old accused of killing a missing Collegedale man had a preliminary hearing on Wednesday, July 1, where police played his confession to the courtroom.Last month, Kian Andrew Neal was charged with the murder of 56-year-old Robert Locke after the man was reported missing by his family in late May.Prosecutors showed the court video from Neal’s interview with Coll...

From Local 3 News: We have made it to July! While hot weather is expected this time of year, this prolonged stretch of heat is increasing the risk of heat-related illnesses after several consecutive days of temperatures well above average.This afternoon, highs will climb into the upper 90s, with heat index values reaching the triple digits again for many communities. An Extreme Heat Warning remain...

Local hospitals are asking for blood donors as supplies remain critically low heading into the July Fourth holiday.Blood Assurance says donations are being used faster than they are coming in, with recent supplies dropping below a one-day inventory.Anyone who donates through July 7 will receive a $40 electronic gift card, and eligible Type O Hero Club donors can earn additional incentives.Blood As...

From Local 3 News: UPDATE: Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp announced a one-year moratorium on data centers in the county's rural areas Tuesday, saying officials need time to plan intentionally before allowing the facilities to move in.Wamp said that the pause will give the county time to study the technology and make sure data centers aren't a “technological fad.”Over the next year, Wamp said th...

UPDATE: The Bradley County Sheriff’s Office tells Local 3 News that the homicide suspect was arrested around 3:30pm on Tuesday afternoon.Christopher John Taylor was arrested on a second-degree murder charge on Lowery Street, where a man was found dead overnight.Taylor is being held without bond, according to the Sheriff's Office.PREVIOUS STORY: A homicide suspect has been identified in Bradley Cou...

Don’t miss the 4th of July Fireworks in Cleveland!The annual Independence Day fireworks show will be held Saturday night at Bradley Square Mall.Mall entrances will be open from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m., with the professional fireworks display scheduled to begin around 9:15 p.m.The show is presented by Mt. Olive Ministries and sponsored by Cleveland Ford and the City of Cleveland.Listeners can tune in ...

As temperatures climb this week, officials are reminding everyone to stay safe in the extreme heat.Drink plenty of water, limit outdoor activities during the hottest part of the day, wear lightweight clothing, and take breaks in the shade or air conditioning.Residents are also encouraged to check on elderly neighbors, family members, and others who may be vulnerable to the heat, and don’t forget t...

From the Chattanoogan: The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children says reports of financial sextortion targeting children continue to rise.More than 50,000 reports have been received nationwide so far in 2026, compared to more than 36,000 during all of 2025.The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation says its Internet Crimes Against Children Squad is currently working to identify and locate ...

From Local 3 News: Hamilton County Sheriff's Office deputies arrested a wanted suspect Sunday, June 28, after using a drone to help locate him in a wooded area in Meigs County.According to the sheriff's office, deputies searched for Thurman Massengale, wanted on multiple felony warrants, on Shahan Lane when they deployed a drone over the area where he was hiding. The drone helped direct deputies o...

From Local 3 News: The Bradley County Fire & EMS Association Local 4868 says the county commission vote to approve a 15% pay increase for all county employees is a “HUGE win.”Bradley County Commissioners made the vote on Friday, June 26, specially recognizing firefighters and paramedics.Their vote passed with 9 votes “YES” and 5 votes “NO.” The increase will go into effect on Thursday, October 1, ...

From our partners at Local 3 News: Looking for ways to celebrate the 250th Independence Day in the United States? There are several options around the Tennessee Valley, featuring live music, food and fireworks.TennesseeChattanoogaOrange Grove America 250Where: Orange Grove’s main campus — 615 Derby St., ChattanoogaWhen: Thursday, June 25 — 11:30amWhat: Burgers and baseball on the Smith-Summers Fie...

The United Way of the Ocoee Region has announced Bridget Forrester of Mix 104.1 WCLE and Bradley Hudson of Edward Jones as its 2026 Community Campaign Co-Chairs.The organization says the pair will help lead next year’s fundraising campaign and bring strong community leadership as they promote United Way’s mission throughout the campaign season.Congratulations to both Bridget and Bradley. ......

The Bradley County Commission held a special-called meeting on Friday to set the 2026-2027 fiscal year budget. The Commission voted 9-5 to approve an 8.5- 12 cent property tax increase, which varies according to the property owner’s fire district,  to fund a 15 percent pay raise for all county employees beginning July 1. As a reminder, this increase is only for the County’s portion of property tax...

The Bradley County Commission will hold a special-called meeting on Friday at noon in the Commission Room at the Bradley County Courthouse.Commissioners will consider final budget amendments for the current fiscal year and hold public hearings on county and fire district tax levies for the fiscal year beginning July 1.The Finance Committee has already voted to propose a property tax and fire tax i...

From TN.gov: The Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development says unemployment rates improved in most counties across the state in May.Ninety-four of Tennessee’s 95 counties reported unemployment rates below five percent, while 69 counties saw their jobless rates decline from April.Bradley County posted the lowest unemployment rate in our area at 3.3 percent, down two-tenths of a perce...

Join in the fun during this week’s Friday Festival featuring the Dexter Thomas Band on Friday, June 26, at 7:00 p.m. at the new amphitheater at the Museum and Cultural Center at 5ive Points.Bring a lawn chair, gather your friends, and enjoy an evening of free, live music.Friday Festivals are presented by MainStreet Cleveland and Visit Cleveland Tennessee.......

From News 12: Goodwill Industries of the Greater Chattanooga Area has officially opened its newest retail store in southeast Cleveland.The new location is at 2010 Broomfield Road Southeast in the former Fresh ’N Low building.It includes a retail store, a Donation Xpress Center, and space for a future Goodwill Opportunity Center.The 15,000-square-foot facility created 20 new jobs and drew large cro...

From News Channel 9: Newly released TCAP results show Tennessee students made gains in reading, math, and social studies during the 2025-26 school year.Statewide proficiency rates reached their highest levels since before the pandemic.Reading proficiency increased to 42.3 percent, while math proficiency climbed to 41 percent.Social studies showed the strongest long-term growth, with statewide prof...