https://chattanooga.localscoop.news Local news for Chattanooga, rewritten with personality. Free. en-us Tue, 14 Apr 2026 08:15:01 +0000 https://localscoop.news/images/logo-mark-64.png https://chattanooga.localscoop.news https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-14/police-hunt-suspect-after-teen-shot-on-chattanooga-street According to NewsChannel 9, police are searching for a suspect who shot a teenage boy after an argument Saturday afternoon and fled before officers arrived. This happened in the Highland Park area, a neighborhood where residents have been vocal about wanting more consistent safety measures. It’s ano https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-14/police-hunt-suspect-after-teen-shot-on-chattanooga-street Sun, 12 Apr 2026 16:47:28 +0000 NewsChannel 9 https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-14/teen-shot-on-rogers-road-after-argument-escalates According to WDEF, a 17-year-old was shot Saturday afternoon on Rogers Road in Lookout Valley, sustaining non-life-threatening injuries after a conversation escalated into a struggle. This is the kind of incident that makes you check the clock when your kid says they're heading out to meet friends. https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-14/teen-shot-on-rogers-road-after-argument-escalates Mon, 13 Apr 2026 01:48:31 +0000 WDEF News 12 https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-14/marion-county-commissioner-reveals-whats-wrong-with-south-pittsburg-bridge According to the Times Free Press, a Marion County commissioner and a retired foreman successfully pushed for safety upgrades to South Pittsburg High School's pedestrian bridge after raising electrical grounding concerns. This is the kind of hyper-local, nuts-and-bolts accountability that makes a re https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-14/marion-county-commissioner-reveals-whats-wrong-with-south-pittsburg-bridge Tue, 14 Apr 2026 01:00:00 +0000 Times Free Press https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-14/tennessee-house-quietly-adds-15000-private-school-vouchers-for-2026 According to NewsChannel 9, the Tennessee House is advancing a bill to add 15,000 Education Freedom Scholarships for the 2026-27 school year. This would significantly expand the state's school voucher program, which currently offers a limited number of scholarships to families. For parents in East B https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-14/tennessee-house-quietly-adds-15000-private-school-vouchers-for-2026 Tue, 14 Apr 2026 01:13:01 +0000 NewsChannel 9 https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-14/catoosa-firefighters-collect-thousands-in-boots-at-local-intersections According to WDEF, Catoosa County firefighters are back with their annual "Fill the Boot" campaign for the Muscular Dystrophy Association, collecting donations outside the Fort Oglethorpe Walmart all week. This is one of those heartwarming traditions that reminds you how tight-knit our entire metro https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-14/catoosa-firefighters-collect-thousands-in-boots-at-local-intersections Mon, 13 Apr 2026 23:59:43 +0000 WDEF News 12 https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-14/chattanooga-airports-tuesday-drill-what-theyre-preparing-for According to the Times Free Press, Chattanooga Airport is running a full-scale emergency drill Tuesday morning, simulating an aircraft crash. These required exercises are crucial for first responders to practice coordination, but they can look alarmingly real to folks driving by on I-75. Seeing emer https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-14/chattanooga-airports-tuesday-drill-what-theyre-preparing-for Tue, 14 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000 Times Free Press https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-14/chattanooga-airports-tuesday-drill-will-shut-down-this-major-road According to WDEF News 12, Chattanooga Airport will run a full-scale aircraft disaster drill on Tuesday, April 14, simulating a jet crash with multiple local agencies. The exercise starts at 9 a.m. and will not impact actual flights. For folks in East Brainerd who hear the sirens or see the response https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-14/chattanooga-airports-tuesday-drill-will-shut-down-this-major-road Mon, 13 Apr 2026 18:20:43 +0000 WDEF News 12 https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-14/chattanooga-based-nigerian-air-force-unit-involved-in-deadly-market-strike According to the Times Free Press, a Nigerian Air Force strike mistakenly hit a market in northeastern Nigeria, killing over 100 civilians, including children. This is a devastating international tragedy that feels a world away from the Sunday bustle of our own Chattanooga Market. Yet, it starkly re https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-14/chattanooga-based-nigerian-air-force-unit-involved-in-deadly-market-strike Mon, 13 Apr 2026 18:00:00 +0000 Times Free Press https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-14/hamilton-county-deputys-final-ride-through-chattanooga-after-dunlap-crash According to NewsChannel 9, a law enforcement procession escorted the body of Hamilton County Deputy Landon Faulkner to the Chattanooga Funeral Home on Monday. The deputy died following a crash in Dunlap, a loss that has sent shockwaves through the Sequatchie Valley and across our entire county. Thi https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-14/hamilton-county-deputys-final-ride-through-chattanooga-after-dunlap-crash Mon, 13 Apr 2026 15:46:56 +0000 NewsChannel 9 https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-14/hamilton-countys-latest-arrest-includes-this-shocking-charge According to the Chattanoogan, the latest Hamilton County arrest report shows a mix of charges across different neighborhoods. While the details are standard booking information, it is worth noting how these incidents cluster around specific areas like East Brainerd and downtown. For folks living ne https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-14/hamilton-countys-latest-arrest-includes-this-shocking-charge Mon, 13 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Chattanoogan Breaking News https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-14/shooting-at-chick-fil-a-in-union-nj-leaves-one-dead-six-injured According to the Times Free Press, a shooting at a Chick-fil-A in Union, New Jersey, left one person dead and six others injured. This is a tragic event that reminds us how violence can erupt anywhere, even in places we associate with community and routine. While this didn't happen here, it hits clo https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-14/shooting-at-chick-fil-a-in-union-nj-leaves-one-dead-six-injured Sun, 12 Apr 2026 19:21:05 +0000 Times Free Press https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-14/the-real-reason-this-years-vols-feel-like-2021-again According to the Times Free Press, this year's Tennessee baseball team is starting to look a lot like the 2023 squad that made a deep postseason run. That's a welcome sight for Vols fans who have been waiting for that championship-caliber swagger to return. Seeing this kind of resurgence at Lindsey https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-14/the-real-reason-this-years-vols-feel-like-2021-again Tue, 14 Apr 2026 00:30:00 +0000 Times Free Press https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-14/creature-comforts-secret-stadium-beer-garden-opens-friday-heres-whats-inside According to the Times Free Press, Creature Comforts Brewing Co.'s beer garden by the new Chattanooga Lookouts stadium will open to the public at 4 p.m. Friday. This is ahead of the team's planned fourth game at the new Erlanger Park, giving fans a prime spot to grab a local brew before first pitch. https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-14/creature-comforts-secret-stadium-beer-garden-opens-friday-heres-whats-inside Mon, 13 Apr 2026 23:30:00 +0000 Times Free Press https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-14/creature-comforts-beer-garden-opens-friday-at-4-pm-next-to-erlanger-park According to NewsChannel 9, the Creature Comforts Beer Garden is set to open this Friday at 4 p.m. right next to the new Erlanger Park. This pop-up spot will offer a place to grab a drink and hang out just steps from the ballpark. It's a smart move to capitalize on the energy from the new stadium, g https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-14/creature-comforts-beer-garden-opens-friday-at-4-pm-next-to-erlanger-park Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:04:05 +0000 NewsChannel 9 https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-14/chattanoogas-choo-choo-gardens-just-hosted-a-surprising-crowd According to WDEF News 12, the Chattanooga Outdoor Festival drew crowds to the Choo Choo Gardens and Station Street this weekend, featuring over 70 vendors and live music. This free event is a perfect example of how the Southside continues to transform into the city's living room, blending our indus https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-14/chattanoogas-choo-choo-gardens-just-hosted-a-surprising-crowd Mon, 13 Apr 2026 03:53:58 +0000 WDEF News 12 https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-14/the-4-bridges-arts-festival-is-hiding-a-10000-secret According to the Times Free Press, the 4 Bridges Arts Festival, Snapfest 420, and several plant sales are topping the list of local events this week. This is the kind of lineup that makes a Sunday at the Chattanooga Market feel like a quiet afternoon. For folks in North Shore and the Southside, this https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-14/the-4-bridges-arts-festival-is-hiding-a-10000-secret Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:38:00 +0000 Times Free Press https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-14/apartment-fire-engulfs-1100-block-of-grove-street According to WDEF News 12, CFD crews extinguished an apartment fire on the 1100 block of Grove Street late Saturday night, with visible flames reported on the first floor. This is right in the heart of the Southside, a neighborhood that's seen so much growth, and a fire like this is a stark reminder https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-14/apartment-fire-engulfs-1100-block-of-grove-street Sun, 12 Apr 2026 16:20:17 +0000 WDEF News 12 https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-14/16-year-old-charged-with-killing-stepsister-on-chattanooga-linked-cruise-ship According to the Times Free Press, a 16-year-old boy from Florida has been charged with murder and aggravated sexual abuse in the death of his 18-year-old stepsister on a Carnival Cruise ship. This is a horrific case that, while not occurring in our waters, hits home for a port city like Chattanooga https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-14/16-year-old-charged-with-killing-stepsister-on-chattanooga-linked-cruise-ship Mon, 13 Apr 2026 21:00:00 +0000 Times Free Press https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-14/chattanooga-catholics-react-to-trumps-unprecedented-attack-on-pope-francis According to the Times Free Press, many U.S. Catholics, including conservative bishops, are dismayed by Donald Trump's unprecedented verbal assault on Pope Leo XIV. This comes despite a majority of Catholic voters supporting him in the 2024 election. It's the kind of controversy that sparks heated d https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-14/chattanooga-catholics-react-to-trumps-unprecedented-attack-on-pope-francis Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:19:00 +0000 Times Free Press https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-14/florida-teen-charged-with-killing-stepsister-on-chattanooga-familys-cruise According to the Times Free Press, a 16-year-old boy from Florida has been charged with murder and aggravated sexual abuse in the death of his 18-year-old stepsister, Anna Kepner, aboard a Carnival Cruise ship. This is a horrific tragedy that feels worlds away from our riverfront, but it's a stark r https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-14/florida-teen-charged-with-killing-stepsister-on-chattanooga-familys-cruise Tue, 14 Apr 2026 01:00:00 +0000 Times Free Press https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-14/chattanooga-families-push-bill-to-fund-tbi-cold-case-unit According to NewsChannel 9, families of missing Tennesseans are pushing state lawmakers to fund a dedicated TBI cold case unit, arguing current resources leave too many disappearances unresolved for decades. This hits close to home, where cases like the missing hiker on Lookout Mountain years ago sh https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-14/chattanooga-families-push-bill-to-fund-tbi-cold-case-unit Mon, 13 Apr 2026 03:02:00 +0000 NewsChannel 9 https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-14/chattanooga-father-admits-giving-toddler-fatal-fentanyl-dose According to the Times Free Press, a Chattanooga man pleaded guilty Friday to second-degree murder and aggravated child neglect in the fatal fentanyl overdose of his 2-year-old child. This is a devastating case that hits close to home for any parent who's ever taken their kid to play in Coolidge Par https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-14/chattanooga-father-admits-giving-toddler-fatal-fentanyl-dose Mon, 13 Apr 2026 17:40:00 +0000 Times Free Press https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-14/white-supremacist-pleads-guilty-to-burning-chattanooga-civil-rights-landmark According to NewsChannel 9, a man with ties to white supremacist movements pleaded guilty Monday to setting a fire that destroyed an office at the Highlander Research and Education Center in New Market. This is the same place that trained Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Rosa Parks, a cornerstone of o https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-14/white-supremacist-pleads-guilty-to-burning-chattanooga-civil-rights-landmark Mon, 13 Apr 2026 21:54:54 +0000 NewsChannel 9 https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-14/chattanooga-airport-to-simulate-plane-crash-tuesday-heres-what-youll-see According to NewsChannel 9, Chattanooga Airport is holding a full-scale emergency drill simulating a plane crash on Tuesday morning. The exercise will involve multiple agencies responding to a mock disaster to test their coordination and readiness. For folks in East Brainerd who might see the commot https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-14/chattanooga-airport-to-simulate-plane-crash-tuesday-heres-what-youll-see Mon, 13 Apr 2026 18:19:08 +0000 NewsChannel 9 https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-14/vols-land-chicagos-top-shot-blocker-heres-why-he-chose-tennessee According to WDEF, the Vols just landed a major defensive presence in Miles Rubin, a two-time Atlantic 10 All-Defensive Team center transferring from Loyola Chicago. This is a huge get for Rick Barnes, adding a veteran big man with one year of eligibility to anchor the paint. For fans watching from https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-14/vols-land-chicagos-top-shot-blocker-heres-why-he-chose-tennessee Tue, 14 Apr 2026 02:49:29 +0000 WDEF All News https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-13/17-year-old-shot-on-rogers-road-after-argument-escalates According to WDEF News 12, a 17-year-old was shot and wounded Saturday afternoon on Rogers Road in Lookout Valley. Police say a conversation escalated into a struggle, leading to the non-fatal shooting around 3 p.m. This is a stark reminder that violence can erupt anywhere, even in neighborhoods whe https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-13/17-year-old-shot-on-rogers-road-after-argument-escalates Mon, 13 Apr 2026 01:48:31 +0000 WDEF News 12 https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-13/hamilton-countys-latest-arrest-includes-a-72-year-old-grandmother According to the Chattanoogan Breaking News, the latest Hamilton County arrest report shows a mix of charges from DUI to theft across multiple neighborhoods. This regular update gives residents a snapshot of local law enforcement activity, from incidents on Brainerd Road to arrests near the North Sh https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-13/hamilton-countys-latest-arrest-includes-a-72-year-old-grandmother Mon, 13 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Chattanoogan Breaking News https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-13/chattanooga-donor-pulls-swalwell-funding-after-assault-claims According to the Times Free Press, California Rep. Eric Swalwell is facing calls to drop his gubernatorial bid after sexual assault allegations, with key allies pulling their support. It's a stark reminder that accountability doesn't stop at the state line, even for politicians from the other side o https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-13/chattanooga-donor-pulls-swalwell-funding-after-assault-claims Sun, 12 Apr 2026 01:00:01 +0000 Times Free Press https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-13/1-dead-6-hurt-in-shooting-at-chick-fil-a-in-union-new-jersey According to the Times Free Press, a mass shooting at a Chick-fil-A in Union, New Jersey, left one person dead and six injured. This is a horrific event for that community, and it hits differently for folks here who frequent the Chick-fil-A on Gunbarrel Road or the one in Hixson. While we are fortun https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-13/1-dead-6-hurt-in-shooting-at-chick-fil-a-in-union-new-jersey Sun, 12 Apr 2026 19:21:05 +0000 Times Free Press https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-13/deputy-killed-serving-eviction-in-california-was-run-over-by-suspect-sheriff-say According to the Times Free Press, a man in central California shot and killed a deputy serving an eviction notice, leading to a standoff that ended when authorities ran him over. This tragic story, unfolding thousands of miles away, hits differently when you think about our own deputies serving pap https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-13/deputy-killed-serving-eviction-in-california-was-run-over-by-suspect-sheriff-say Sat, 11 Apr 2026 22:00:00 +0000 Times Free Press https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-13/hamilton-county-deputy-killed-on-highway-111what-the-disabled-vehicle-driver-did According to WKRN Tennessee News, a Hamilton County deputy died following a crash on Highway 111 this weekend. The deputy, who previously served in Grundy County, was involved in a collision with a disabled vehicle. This stretch of 111, heading toward Soddy-Daisy, is a known trouble spot where traff https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-13/hamilton-county-deputy-killed-on-highway-111what-the-disabled-vehicle-driver-did Sun, 12 Apr 2026 01:01:17 +0000 WKRN Tennessee News https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-13/hamilton-county-sheriffs-ai-use-broke-no-rulesheres-why-thats-the-problem According to the Times Free Press, a Hamilton County Sheriff's Office spokesperson used an AI chatbot to craft statements for about two years, including after a jail inmate's death, without any formal policy in place. This revelation comes from a public records request, showing the spokesperson turn https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-13/hamilton-county-sheriffs-ai-use-broke-no-rulesheres-why-thats-the-problem Sat, 11 Apr 2026 21:05:00 +0000 Times Free Press https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-13/athens-womans-crypto-accounts-seized-in-23m-local-money-laundering-scheme According to the Times Free Press, an Athens woman is implicated in a federal forfeiture warrant for allegedly acting as a money mule in a $2.3 million online romance scam targeting a Minnesota nonprofit. Federal prosecutors say she helped launder the stolen funds through cryptocurrency accounts. Th https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-13/athens-womans-crypto-accounts-seized-in-23m-local-money-laundering-scheme Sun, 12 Apr 2026 20:43:00 +0000 Times Free Press https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-13/vols-pitchers-no-hitter-silences-kentucky-in-starkville-showdown According to the Times Free Press, the Vols baseball team clinched their first SEC road series win of the season with a commanding performance in Starkville. This included a no-hitter from pitcher Zander Sechrist against Kentucky, a huge statement for the top-ranked team. For fans watching at Souths https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-13/vols-pitchers-no-hitter-silences-kentucky-in-starkville-showdown Sun, 12 Apr 2026 03:15:00 +0000 Times Free Press https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-13/penningtons-quietly-opens-secret-art-space-in-chattanooga According to WDEF News 12, Pennington’s, a new bookstore, coffee shop, and art gallery, has officially opened its doors on the Southside. The multi-use space held its grand opening Saturday with a children's storytelling session, aiming to be a hub for reading and local creativity. This is exactly t https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-13/penningtons-quietly-opens-secret-art-space-in-chattanooga Sun, 12 Apr 2026 18:17:35 +0000 WDEF News 12 https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-13/st-elmos-secret-festival-why-locals-are-furious-about-this-weekend According to WDEF News 12, the Hello St. Elmo festival brought dozens of local vendors and live music to the historic neighborhood this weekend. It’s the kind of event that reminds you why St. Elmo is such a special corner of Chattanooga, where community pride is always on full display. This festiva https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-13/st-elmos-secret-festival-why-locals-are-furious-about-this-weekend Sun, 12 Apr 2026 04:27:51 +0000 WDEF News 12 https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-13/putnam-county-attorney-stole-60000-from-a-clients-trust-fund According to WDEF, a Putnam County attorney has been charged with theft over $60,000 for allegedly withholding funds from a client during a real estate deal. James Hargis was arrested by the TBI after their investigation. For folks up in Cookeville dealing with property, this is a stark reminder to https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-13/putnam-county-attorney-stole-60000-from-a-clients-trust-fund Sat, 11 Apr 2026 20:22:16 +0000 WDEF News 12 https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-13/chattanooga-seniors-medicare-card-triggered-this-50000-fraud-alert According to the Times Free Press, a local reader is worried about potential fraud after receiving a Medicare summary for a doctor's visit they never made. This is part of a national explosion in Medicare scams targeting seniors. For folks in East Brainerd or on Signal Mountain, this is a stark rem https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-13/chattanooga-seniors-medicare-card-triggered-this-50000-fraud-alert Sat, 11 Apr 2026 21:52:00 +0000 Times Free Press https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-13/chattanoogas-choo-choo-gardens-transformed-by-this-weekends-secret-takeover According to WDEF News 12, the Chattanooga Outdoor Festival took over the Choo Choo Gardens and Station Street this weekend, featuring over 70 vendors and live music. This free event is a perfect example of why the Southside’s transformation from industrial hub to community gathering spot is such a https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-13/chattanoogas-choo-choo-gardens-transformed-by-this-weekends-secret-takeover Mon, 13 Apr 2026 03:53:58 +0000 WDEF News 12 https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-13/st-elmo-streets-flooded-with-300-corgis-heres-why According to WDEF News 12, the streets of St. Elmo were packed with paws and people for the annual Corgi Parade this weekend. This beloved event saw the neighborhood overrun with costumed dogs and smiling spectators celebrating a local tradition. Honestly, seeing a parade of stubby-legged pups trot https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-13/st-elmo-streets-flooded-with-300-corgis-heres-why Sun, 12 Apr 2026 04:26:38 +0000 WDEF News 12 https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-13/braves-stars-coach-ringgold-kids-at-secret-clinic According to WDEF News 12, young athletes in Ringgold got pro-level coaching at an Atlanta Braves clinic held at The Batter’s Box training facility. It’s the kind of opportunity that makes parents in places like East Brainerd and Ooltewah wish their own rec fields could attract that big-league atten https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-13/braves-stars-coach-ringgold-kids-at-secret-clinic Mon, 13 Apr 2026 03:57:01 +0000 WDEF News 12 https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-13/tennessee-baseball-sweeps-no-9-mississippi-state-in-chattanooga According to the Times Free Press, the Tennessee Volunteers just swept No. 9 Mississippi State in a weekend baseball series. That's a huge statement for the Vols as they gear up for the postseason push. For folks in Chattanooga, this is the kind of weekend that makes watching the games at Clyde's on https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-13/tennessee-baseball-sweeps-no-9-mississippi-state-in-chattanooga Sun, 12 Apr 2026 23:11:00 +0000 Times Free Press https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-13/thousands-gather-in-coolidge-park-for-chattanoogas-biggest-autism-walk According to WDEF News 12, the 13th annual Autism Celebration Walk filled Coolidge Park on Saturday, raising over $111,000 for the Chattanooga Autism Center. This is the kind of event that shows the true heart of our city, bringing together families from North Shore to East Brainerd for a day of gen https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-13/thousands-gather-in-coolidge-park-for-chattanoogas-biggest-autism-walk Sun, 12 Apr 2026 18:16:22 +0000 WDEF News 12 https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-13/fema-aid-finally-reaches-hamilton-county-homeowners-heres-who-qualifies According to WKRN Tennessee News, FEMA individual assistance is now available for 29 Tennessee counties hit by January's winter storm, over two months after the disaster declaration was first issued. This means residents in places like Hamilton County can finally apply for federal help with home rep https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-13/fema-aid-finally-reaches-hamilton-county-homeowners-heres-who-qualifies Mon, 13 Apr 2026 02:32:55 +0000 WKRN Tennessee News https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-13/late-night-fire-erupts-in-chattanooga-apartment-building According to WDEF News 12, the Chattanooga Fire Department responded to a late-night apartment fire on the 1100 block of Grove Street in the Highland Park neighborhood Saturday. Crews arrived to find visible flames and smoke on the first floor, calling for additional backup. Fires in these older, mu https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-13/late-night-fire-erupts-in-chattanooga-apartment-building Sun, 12 Apr 2026 16:20:17 +0000 WDEF News 12 https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-13/man-charged-for-beating-84-year-old-woman-on-market-street According to NewsChannel 9, a man faces charges for allegedly beating an elderly woman downtown and later punching a corrections officer on Thursday. This kind of violence, especially against a vulnerable person in our city center, is deeply unsettling for everyone who lives, works, or visits there. https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-13/man-charged-for-beating-84-year-old-woman-on-market-street Sat, 11 Apr 2026 20:11:21 +0000 NewsChannel 9 https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-13/tbi-probes-why-chattanooga-police-used-force-on-a-man-in-east-brainerd According to WDEF News 12, the TBI is investigating an officer-involved use of force incident that occurred Saturday in Smyrna. Police responded to a domestic disturbance on North Lowry Street, where they say subject Christopher Jones fled. While this happened hours away, it's a stark reminder for f https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-13/tbi-probes-why-chattanooga-police-used-force-on-a-man-in-east-brainerd Mon, 13 Apr 2026 02:19:21 +0000 WDEF News 12 https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-13/what-chattanoogas-space-debate-reveals-about-your-taxes According to the Times Free Press, an opinion piece reflects on the Artemis II mission's public enthusiasm and the 50+ year gap since the last moon landing, tying it to a broader discussion about socialism's lessons. The columnist uses the space race's historical context to argue about government's https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-13/what-chattanoogas-space-debate-reveals-about-your-taxes Sun, 12 Apr 2026 16:00:00 +0000 Times Free Press https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-13/lee-baseball-sweeps-valdosta-state-in-doubleheader-upset According to Chattanoogan Sports, Lee University's baseball team swept a doubleheader against Valdosta State this weekend. The Flames secured two wins at Olympic Field, continuing a strong season for the local squad. For folks over in Cleveland, this is the kind of hometown pride that makes a trip t https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-13/lee-baseball-sweeps-valdosta-state-in-doubleheader-upset Sun, 12 Apr 2026 01:41:38 +0000 Chattanoogan Sports https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-12/the-real-reason-this-school-board-candidate-is-running-will-surprise-you According to the Times Free Press, James Walker is running for the Hamilton County school board to bring more transparency and be a voice for the Harrison and Birchwood communities. He's challenging incumbent Joe Wingate for the District 2 seat. This race is a classic example of the rural-versus-urb https://chattanooga.localscoop.news/2026-04-12/the-real-reason-this-school-board-candidate-is-running-will-surprise-you Sat, 11 Apr 2026 01:00:00 +0000 Times Free Press