NASHVILLE – To illustrate the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the volume and nature of crime in the state, today the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation released select preliminary crime data trends for the first three months of 2020. The data, gathered through TBI’s Tennessee Incident Based Reporting System (TIBRS), compiles incidents submitted by the state’s […]

The Hamilton County Health Department COVID-19 Testing Site is now open to anyone wanting a COVID-19 test, even if they do not have a provider referral or symptoms. Individuals who think they are infected with COVID-19 can make their own appointment for testing. Local hospitals and healthcare providers can still refer a patient to the […]

TDOT contract crews are scheduled to begin a project to replace bridges over and on I-24 near mile marker 183 in Chattanooga, Hamilton County. Originally built in the 1960s, the bridge on Belvoir Avenue over I-24 and the bridges on I-24 over Germantown Road will be replaced in a $32.9-million project using both traditional techniques […]

The following information was compiled from reports provided by ERPD administration. April 14 Day Shift 100 Bales Avenue- Check Hazard- The caller advised of people ignoring the barricades and driving across downed power lines. Upon arrival no one was located. The police tape and barricade were still in place. 1600 block of Springvale Road- Check […]

NASHVILLE – Tennessee State Parks today announced it will extend the closure of all 56 state parks as officials at the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation continue to monitor health and safety guidance related to COVID-19. The announcement extends Tennessee State Parks’ current closure beyond the previously announced April 14. Officials are closely monitoring the […]

The following information was compiled from reports furnished by the administration of the East Ridge Police Department. April 13 Day Shift Several wires down throughout the city (new)- 1200 blk of Connelly Lane, 300 blk Camp Jordan Road, Newport Drive @ South Moore Road, Several trees down throughout the city (new)- 3600 blk of Wimberly […]

Due to the overnight storms that swept through parts of Hamilton County, including East Ridge, City Administration will be temporarily suspending the collection of bulk items by sanitation workers in order for staff to focus on the clean up of the debris left behind in our residential areas. The City will also open the brush […]

The risk of injury is high during a storm and while working to clean up the aftermath. Tetanus is a potential health threat for persons who have open wounds. If you experience a cut or puncture wound, you should clean it with soap and water and consult your healthcare provider. Medical care should be sought […]

The following information was provided from reports provided by the administration of the East Ridge Police Department. April 12 – Night Shift Multiple trees down on the roads and in houses, no reported injuries.  During the storm and tornado reported touched  down in Camp Jordan area. April 09 – Day Shift Keeble Street @ State […]

Several lines of heavy thunderstorms ripped through East Ridge late Sunday night and early Monday morning downing trees and power lines and damaging homes, officials said. Unconfirmed reports from local meteorologists said that a tornado touched down in Camp Jordan Park before moving on to East Brainerd where the storm destroyed businesses and some homes. […]