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May 5, 2026
Chattanooga Local Pulse · May 5, 2026 Daily Digest
Crime & Safety Reports
- 🔥 Officer-Involved Shooting: TBI agents are investigating a deadly Chattanooga officer-involved shooting in the 2200...
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May 4, 2026
Chattanooga Shootings Spike: Officer Death and Neighborhood Incident
Worrying gun violence trend hits Chattanooga neighborhoods:
- Police probe shooting at 4600 Hwy 58, urging tips to 423-698-2525.
- Deadly...
May 4, 2026
Chattanooga Planning Commission Meets Tomorrow – Agenda Ready
Chattanoogans, act fast: The Planning Commission Meeting is Tuesday, May 5, 2026. Download the agenda now – prime chance to engage on city planning before decisions lock in.
May 4, 2026
We Make Festival Spotlights Chattanooga's Young Artists This Saturday
Chattanooga's community art bash for Art 120's 15th year:
- Daytime fun at Sculpture Fields (May 9, 11am-3pm): crafts, live music, youth exhibits,...
May 4, 2026
UTC Transfers Engel Stadium Land for New Health Dept Building
Key move in Chattanooga development:
- UTC transfers over an acre of historic Engel Stadium site to Hamilton County for a new health department...
May 4, 2026
BBC Director Brings Himalayan Wildlife to Tennessee Aquarium
Exclusive local immersion: BBC director Matthew Wright presents after Wild Asia: Life at Extremes 3D preview tomorrow, May 5 at 6:30 P.M.
- Film...
May 4, 2026
Chattanooga Local Pulse · May 4 Daily Digest
Campaign Finance Corrections
- 🔥 Three Hamilton County Commission candidates—Joe Graham, Chip Baker, and Donna Christian-Lowe—submitted amended...
May 3, 2026
Anson Brown arrested for attempted murder, aggravated rape in Hamilton County
HCSO swift response to violent sexual assault: Investigated Friday, secured warrants, arrested Anson Brown after searching residence and...
May 3, 2026
Chattanooga Rain Barrel Day: Sustainable Water Savings
- Big discount: City Stormwater Division offered 50-gallon Ivy Rain Barrels for $76.50 (half off $162.99), up to 10 per property with rebates.
- Key...
May 3, 2026
TBI Investigates Fatal Chattanooga Police Shooting After Hostage Standoff
Key updates on Saturday night's officer-involved shooting:
- Incident: At 9:40 p.m. on East 27th Street Court, officers responded to armed suspect...
May 3, 2026
Hamilton County Commission Candidates Fix Donation Reporting Gaps
- Three amended reports: Incumbents Joe Graham (R), Chip Baker (R), and challenger Donna Christian-Lowe (R) added missing occupation/employer details...
May 3, 2026
Safe Kids Day at Chattanooga Zoo: Family Safety Fun
Chattanooga families learned vital child safety tips at the annual Safe Kids Day event yesterday.
Hosted by Children’s Hospital at Erlanger, the zoo,...
May 3, 2026
Mocs Softball Sweeps Furman in Doubleheader Thriller at Frost Stadium
UTC Mocs dominated Furman 9-0 and 7-6 Saturday at Frost Stadium.
- Game 1: Taylor Long's complete game shutout (6 Ks, 2 hits) led to mercy-rule 9-0...
May 3, 2026
Chattanooga Local Pulse · May 3 Daily Digest
Public Safety Meetings
- ⚡ Hamilton County 9-1-1 Technology Committee: The committee meets May 4 at 9 a.m. at the 9-1-1 District Office on...
May 2, 2026
Signal Mountain Council Meetings on Kids' E-Scooter Safety
- Rising concerns: Kids on electric scooters and bikes posing safety risks on Signal Mountain roads.
- Special meeting: Council calls session May 4 at...
May 2, 2026
Busy Friday Night: Hixson Rape Charges and Apartment Fire
Chattanooga responders handled major incidents Friday night:
- Hixson assault: Anson Brown charged with aggravated rape (2 counts), assault (2),...
May 2, 2026
Chattanooga Cinco de Mayo: Top Tacos, Margs & Specials
Fiesta hits Chattanooga with tacos, margaritas & cocktails at these spots:
- Bar Crawl (May 2-3, 4pm-1am): Tacos, themed cocktails, margaritas at...
May 2, 2026
Chattanooga May Day Rally Demands Labor Rights, School Funding, Immigrant Support
Local voices rallied Friday for labor protections, public education funding, and immigrant communities amid global protests.
Key highlights:
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May 2, 2026
Hamilton County 9-1-1 Tech Committee Meeting: In-Person May 4 – How to Join
Stay ahead on emergency response tech updates at the Hamilton County 9-1-1 Technology Committee meeting:
- When/Where: 9 a.m. Monday, May 4 at 9-1-1...
May 2, 2026
Chattanooga Local Pulse · May 2 Daily Digest
City Council Agenda
- 🔥 FY27 Budget Presentation: Administration’s FY27 Budget Presentation is scheduled during special presentations.
-...