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HCSO Arrests Wanted Man for Aggravated Child Abuse, Other Charges
On Friday, HCSO Criminal Warrants Unit detectives initiated a traffic stop for a wanted fugitive near the 300 block of Highway 153. Alec Mills was arrested for the third time this year, and a search … [Read More...]
Splash Pad Opens for Summer Season
The City of East Ridge is pleased to announce the opening of the East Ridge Splash Pad for the 2026 summer season beginning Monday, June 1. Located behind the Pioneer Frontier Playground and East … [Read More...]
Law and Order May 29
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift May 28: B Squad 26-004909 - 1517 Tombras Ave- Suspicious Person - Police responded to city hall regarding a man … [Read More...]
Law and Order May 28
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift May 27: B Squad 26-004876-3600 BLK Ringgold Road- Property - Police were advised by management that someone had … [Read More...]
Wamp’s Proposed FY 2027 Budget Exceeds $1 Billion
Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp, Wednesday, presented the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget to the Hamilton County Commission, focused on public safety, infrastructure, workforce development, and … [Read More...]
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Red Wolves Shutout Richmond in USL League One Soccer
The Chattanooga Red Wolves blanked the Richmond Kickers, 5-0, Wednesday in USL League One action at CHI Memorial Stadium. The win moves the Red Wolves to 3-3-1 on the year and are currently 10th in the league standings. Rain or shine, it’s game time. There were puddles on the pitch and pressure in the air, but there were also over 1,200 fans in the stands, and that was all the spirit the Wolves needed. Just four minutes in, Ropapa Mensah whipped a wonder by the Kicker’s goalie, screaming … [Read More...]
Suspect in Hwy 58 Shooting Arrested
The Chattanooga Police Department arrested a suspect in connection with the homicide of a 27-year-old that occurred on May 3 in the 4600 block of Highway 58. CPD's Homicide Unit charged 19-year-old Nicalos Moore (DOB 09/18/2006) with First Degree Murder and two counts of Tampering with Evidence. Moore is in custody at the Hamilton County Jail and Detention Center. This information is preliminary and is subject to change as the investigation continues. Chattanooga Police ask anyone with … [Read More...]
Law and Order May 27
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift May 26: A Squad 26-004847- 6900 BLK Tiffany Lane– Miscellaneous - Police spoke with a party at the police department concerning possible mail theft. She explained she had not been getting mail other than her bills since 2024. She advised she had brought this to the attention of the U.S. Postal Service but has yet to hear back. A report was completed to document her experience. 26-004827 – 1500 BLK Keeble Street … [Read More...]
Law and Order May 26
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift May 22: B Squad 26-004709- 3900 block Wiley Avenue- Theft from Vehicle - The caller reported unknown suspect smashed the rear passenger-side window of his vehicle with a rock and stole his wallet containing cash, credit cards, driver’s license, and Social Security card. Cameras at the residence did not capture the incident. No suspect information currently. 26-004719 - 6000 block Welworth Avenue - Domestic … [Read More...]
ERPD Arrests May 19-23
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from May 19-23. An arrest does not mean that a person has been convicted of a crime. All persons arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Tuesday, May 19 LANE, GLENISHA LECHELLE42 FRANK FABRIS LN ROSSVILLE, 30741Age at Arrest: 20 years oldArresting Agency: East RidgeCharges: AGGRAVATED DOMESTIC ASSAULT Wednesday, May … [Read More...]
Municipal Court Docket May 26
The following people are scheduled to appear in East Ridge Municipal Court on Tuesday, May 26. Court is held at City Hall on Tombras Avenue and begins at 3 p.m. Deangelo Binford - Domestic Assault, Tampering, Criminal Impersonation, Resisting, Drug Paraphernalia. Randy Brawner - Public Intoxication/Capias. Staphanie Silvers - Possession Controlled Substance/PTR. Steven Smith - Possession Controlled Substance/PTR. Damon True - Criminal Trespass. Amir Abdelmoula - Disorderly, Criminal … [Read More...]
Law and Order May 22
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift May 21: A Squad 26-004677- 4200 BLK Ringgold Road- Suspicious Person - Police were called to this location for a suspicious person. The man was found sleeping on the front patio of the church. He trespassed from the property. 26-004679 – 6400 BLK Ringgold Road - Assault in Progress - Customers at the store called police after a physical altercation occurred between three parties. Camera footage showed that a … [Read More...]
City Offices Closed Monday for Memorial Day Holiday
The City of East Ridge offices and Library will be closed Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day. All properties scheduled for Monday garbage pick-up will be collected on Tuesday, May 26. To ensure prompt service, please make sure to place your trash carts at the curb the night before your scheduled pickup date. … [Read More...]
Law and Order May 21
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift May 20: A Squad 26-004647 – 6000 BLK Ringgold Road - Disorder with Weapon - The caller reported a male, later identified, pulled a handgun on him during a road rage incident. The suspect’s girlfriend was driving the vehicle the suspect was riding in. Upon further investigation, it was found that the caller began tailgating the woman and approached her vehicle on foot while the two were stopped at a redlight, … [Read More...]
Blood Assurance Urging People to Donate Blood during ‘100 Deadliest Days of Summer’
As Tennessee enters the “100 Deadliest Days of Summer,” Blood Assurance is urging people to donate blood, platelets, and plasma now and throughout the summer to help prevent a seasonal donor shortage from threatening local hospital supplies. Blood Assurance is already facing a shortage of donors, and summer can make the problem worse. The period between Memorial Day and Labor Day is often referred to as the “100 Deadliest Days of Summer” because of the rise in deadly crashes, often involving … [Read More...]
Collegedale Police Arrest Hanna in Relation to 2024 Threats to Southern Adventist University
COLLEGEDALE _ The Collegedale Police Department arrested former Southern Adventist University student 26-year-old, Michael Whitfield Hanna, in April 2026, following an extensive investigation into a series of threatening communications sent to the university and law enforcement personnel. The investigation began in May 2024, when Southern Adventist University’s Campus Safety reported multiple anonymous emails and an anonymous letter containing concerning statements directed toward university … [Read More...]
Law and Order May 20
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift May 19: B Squad 26-004619- 3900 BLK Bennett Road- Disorder - Two people were involved in a domestic verbal argument over children. Both parties gave conflicting statements about an alleged pushing/shoving incident, but no visible injuries were observed, and an anonymous witness only observed the couple arguing over the baby. Parties were separated and one left the residence with the juveniles. No charges were … [Read More...]
Law and Order May 19
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. Day Shift May 15: A Squad 26-004472- 700 BLK Germantown Circle- Warrant Service - Police served a warrant for false reports. 26-004464 – 5300 BLK Ringgold Road- Deceptive Practice - The reporting party stated that a subject used a counterfeit one-hundred-dollar bill to purchase boots at the business. Video footage showed the cashier accepting the bill after it was checked with a counterfeit detection pen. Upon … [Read More...]
City Announces Blessing for Safe Haven Baby Box
The City of East Ridge is proud to announce the official blessing and unveiling ceremony for the City’s new Safe Haven Baby Box, located at East Ridge Fire Rescue Station 1, at 4214 Ringgold Road. In partnership with Safe Haven Baby Boxes, the City will host the public ceremony on Friday, May 22, at 11:00 a.m. The Safe Haven Baby Box provides a secure, safe, and anonymous option for mothers in crisis to legally surrender an infant, while ensuring immediate notification and response from … [Read More...]
ERPD Arrests May 15-18
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from May 15-18. An arrest does not mean that a person has been convicted of a crime. All persons arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Friday, May 15 MITCHELL, KIMBERLY AMANDA735 GERMANTOWN RD CHATTANOOGA, 37412Age at Arrest: 35 years oldArresting Agency: East RidgeCharges: FALSE REPORTS ROBINSON, GERCARA LAQUANDRA3725 … [Read More...]