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Neighbors save man from burning apartment Video included

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Quick thinking by neighbors saved a man's life. More>>

$4M grant to help state build insurance exchange

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Tennessee is one of six states that will share in more than $181 million in federal health care grants. More>>

Neighbors rescue man from burning apartment

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Quick thinking neighbors were able to save an elderly overnight in Cleveland. More>>

Governor signs tattoo legislation

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A proposal that seeks to crack down on the tattooing of minors has been signed into law by Gov. Bill Haslam. More>>

TVA raises fuel adjustment for June

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The Tennessee Valley Authority is increasing its fuel adjustment charge by 0.7 percent in June. More>>

Businesses urged to prepare for new food tax rate

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State officials are encouraging businesses that sell food to begin preparing for a reduced rate of sales and use tax. More>>

Appalachian photos updated in Cleveland Museum

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The Museum Center at 5ive Points in Cleveland, Tenn., has updated its exhibition of Appalachian photographs. More>>

Bradley Co. school bus in accident on field trip Video included

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A school bus full of Bradley County fifth graders was in an accident while on a field trip to Dollywood. No one was seriously hurt, but it made for a scary night for parents and students Friday. More>>

School bus involved in crash during field trip

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A Bradley County school bus was involved in an accident during a field trip to Dollywood. More>>

Bringing Hollywood to the Volunteer State

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There will soon be more incentives for Hollywood to come to Tennessee. More>>

Update: One year old boy found dead in Cleveland home

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An investigation is underway today to determine how a one year old boy died in Cleveland this morning. More>>

Wacker awards college scholarships to local students

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Local high school seniors Abigail Boltniew of Bradley High School and Taylor Morris of Walker Valley High School each received a $1000 scholarship from Wacker Polysilicon America.
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One killed in I-75 crash near Cleveland Friday afternoon

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One person has been killed in a single-vehicle crash on Interstate 75 south near Cleveland, Tenn., the Tennessee Highway Patrol is reporting. More>>

Public comment sought on TDOT road projects

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State Rep. Eric Watson, who represents part of Bradley County, is asking residents in both Bradley and Hamilton Counties to let TDOT know their thoughts and concerns about two planned road projects. More>>

Chattanooga Zoo researchers discover turtle subspecies

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The Chattanooga Zoo announced Thursday the discovery of a turtle never before documented in Tennessee. More>>

New details in the death of a Cleveland man found in Chickamauga Lake Video included

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The Hamilton County Medical Examiner released his report Wednesday. More>>

Bone marrow donor found for Bradley County girl Video included

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A sixth grade girl in Bradley County has found a bone marrow donor. More>>

Rash of trailer thefts in Bradley County

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Thousands of dollars in personal items were stolen right as many of us are going to work. More>>

Lawmakers adjourn session without gun showdown

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The 107th General Assembly has adjourned without a final showdown over a contentious gun issue. More>>

Cleveland mom begs for help with bullying Video included

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In her pictures, Grace looks like a typical, happy 10-year-old. She's a cheerleader and band member at a Cleveland elementary school. More>>

Phone pranker pleads guilty, sentenced to three years

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Cleveland man has been sentenced to three years behind bars after pleading guilty to three counts of making false reports. More>>

After the Storm: One Year Later

A year later, Bradley tornado victims still need volunteers to help Video included

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A year ago today, the sun came up in the Tennessee Valley revealing massive destruction caused by several tornadoes. Neighbors joined together to rebuild; but even now, there are still plenty of victims who need help. More>>

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Cleveland slaying suspect acquitted in prior case

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A Cleveland, Tenn., man awaiting trial on charges of ambushing and shooting his daughter's grandparents to death was found not guilty in a prior stabbing. More>>

Legislature passes sales tax relief bill for storm victims

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A bi-partisan bill has unanimously passed both chambers of the state legislature that, if signed into law by Gov. Haslam, would provide tax relief to all Tennessee tornado victims. More>>

After The Storm: One Year Later

Man thankful for life-saving ways of Bradley EMS Video included

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John Shelton looked outside at what would be the first tornado to hit the northern end of Bradley County. He could only turn to shelter and his faith. More>>

Two suspects in custody after body found in Hamilton County Video included

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Until the toxicology report is released, investigators won't know for sure what killed Cleveland's Donald Rogers, 46. But they do believe Chance Loftis, 24, and Travis Jenkins, 28, are somehow involved. More>>

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Bradley County 911 faces revenue crisis

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Bradley County 911 has requested $351,000 in local government funding to help it through ongoing revenue shortfalls. More>>

Locally sponsored bill seeks to get Tennesseans off unemployment

A proposal to help Tennesseans get off unemployment and find a job has passed the Senate. More>>

Domestic assault prevention bill passes TN Senate

A proposal that increases the penalty for domestic assault is headed to the governor for his signature. More>>

Parent grading bill passes Senate 27-0

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A proposal that would allow parents to grade themselves on how involved they are in a student's school performance has passed the Senate. More>>

Expansion plan for Walker Valley HS gets go ahead

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The Bradley County Board of Education plans to move forward with an expansion at Walker Valley High School. More>>

After the Storm: One Year Later

Lee University student honored for volunteering after the storm Video included

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Bradley County looked like a war zone after five tornadoes ripped through the area, killing nine people and injuring nearly 100 on April 27, 2011.

Lee University junior Daniel Murch volunteered the day after the storms and never looked back. More>>

Bradley Co woman charged in workplace burglary

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A Benton woman has been arrested on charges she aided in a burglary at her work. More>>

Amazon telling Tenn. customers about owed tax

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Online retailer Amazon has begun emailing Tennessee customers, telling them they might owe taxes on their purchases. More>>

Bradley man arrested for series of car burglaries

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Working with residents near Keith Valley Road on recent car burglaries, investigators for the Bradley County Sheriff's Office developed suspect information and have cleared 11 thefts.
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UPDATE: Bradley man dies from April 6th shooting

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The Bradley County Sheriff's Office received word over the weekend that John Penn, age 66, had passed away at Erlanger Medical Center. More>>

Cleveland girl safe after getting lost in dense woods Video included

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There were some scary moments for a Bradley County couple, when their five-year-old daughter went missing in dense woods behind their house. More>>

Bradley County cemetery owner cleared in a 2004 case Video included

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Tennessee's highest court has cleared the owner of a Bradley County cemetery in a 2004 case. More>>

Trousdale School cherishes Pat Summitt visit Video included

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Pat Summitt has touched many lives on and off the court. Trousdale School in Cleveland had the chance to spend the day with Summitt one year ago. A friendship was formed that will last a lifetime even if Summitt will never coach again. More>>

Five charged in Bradley fire believed caused by meth

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Five people, including the mother of a three-year-old boy who was burned in a flash fire that is linked to the production of meth, are now facing criminal charges. More>>

'No Sex Bill' headed for House floor vote

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A proposal that would ban the teaching of any type of sexual activity in schools is headed for a House floor vote. More>>

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Teens warned about danger of synthetic marijuana

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Fake pot can be deadly, but it is legally available. That was one of the messages to organizations that offer second chances to teens with drug and alcohol problems and other family issues. More>>

Deputy alerts homeowner to fire, helps family escape

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A Bradley County deputy sheriff responding to a burglar alarm Saturday morning at a home on El Monte Drive spotted flames on the front porch of another home nearby. Deputy Tommy Kimsey ran to the door and alerted the people inside. More>>

UPDATE: Disaster money reaches Bradley County

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Tornado damage has stuck Bradley County with a $10 million repair bill. More>>

Haslam announces 3-year transportation plan

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Gov. Bill Haslam and Transportation Commissioner John Schroer have released a 3-year transportation plan for the state. More>>

Cleveland Police investigating deadly Keith Street crash

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Cleveland Police are investigating a deadly accident Thursday. More>>

Traffic stop leads to arrest of two for aggravated burglary

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Two people are charged with burglary after a traffic stop Wednesday on Meadow Lane turned up medications and jewelry stolen out of a home on Davis-Curbow Road. More>>

Study: White nose syndrome originated in Europe

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The mysterious deaths of millions of bats in the United States and Canada over the past several years were caused by a fungus that hitchhiked from Europe, scientists reported Monday. More>>

Gov. Haslam won't sign Evolution Bill, will allow it to become law Video included

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The proposed "Monkey Law" passed with nearly 3-1 approval in both the House and Senate.

Governor Bill Haslam did not sign the legislation, stating it caused "confusion."
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Whirlpool opening new plant in East Tenn.

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Appliance maker Whirlpool is opening its new manufacturing plant in East Tennessee, replacing a 123-year-old facility. More>>

Bradley County ramping up watch program Video included

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Safe neighborhoods are the focus of the Bradley County Sheriff's Office.  More neighborhood watch programs are popping up in an effort to curb crime. More>>

Stuck van leads to arrest for scrap metal theft

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Patrol deputies made an arrest April 4 after responding to a theft-in-progress call on Pleasant Grove Trail. The property owner contacted the Bradley County Sheriff's Office after seeing a white van in an area of an earlier scrap metal theft. More>>

Fire damages building on Wildwood Avenue in Cleveland

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Fire fighters in Cleveland spent the morning working a structure fire at Wildwood Avenue and 10th. More>>

Pitbull that attacked girl being taken to Texas Video included

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It's been less than a week after "Mack" the Pitbull attacked a 6-year-old girl. His owner, Charles Lawson says, "He's got to go." More>>

Haslam drug bills headed to his desk

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Governor Bill Haslam's proposals to crack down on the sale or manufacture of certain drugs are headed to him for his signature. More>>

Neighbors speak after Pitbull attacks 6-year-old girl Video included

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To the neighbors in a small, Cleveland apartment complex on Victory Street, Mack is like a part of the family.

However, the Pitbull is at the center of an investigation after he attacked a 6-year-old girl as she walked by the apartment Saturday morning.
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Toddler burned in Bradley County meth fire

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A 3-year-old and his mother are burned in a fire, and investigators say methamphetamine is to blame. More>>

3 teens charged after Bradley County explosion

Three students have been sent to a juvenile detention center after setting off a homemade explosive device in a school cafeteria in Bradley County. More>>

UPDATE: Saggy pants bill headed to governor

A measure that would prohibit students from dressing indecently in school is headed to the governor for his consideration.

The Senate passed the proposal 29-0 on Monday evening, and the House approved it 81-9 shortly afterward.
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FEMA home inspections part of federal disaster assistance process

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The Federal Emergency Management Agency has inspectors surveying damaged and destroyed homes in Tennessee's 10 counties designated for federal disaster assistance. More>>

Greg Vital qualifies for 10th District State Senate race

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Local businessman Greg Vital has qualified for Tennessee's 10th  District State Senate race in the Republican primary that will be held on August 2, 2012. The seat is currently held by Senator Andy Berke, who recently announced he would not seek re-election. More>>

Gas prices could top $4 in April

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Travel experts say the price for a gallon gas is expected to reach the $4.00 nationally this month. More>>

Child recovering after dog bite

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A child is recovering after being bitten by a dog. More>>

UPDATED: Carjacking, purse-snatching, chase ends with crash in Cleveland Video included

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A carjacking in Chattanooga and a purse snatching in Bradley County lands two people behind bars. It all ended with a chase and a crash at a Cleveland business Saturday afternoon. More>>

Local FEMA storm recovery centers to stay open until April 5th

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Tennessee survivors of the Feb. 29 to March 2 tornadoes in Bradley, Cumberland, Hamilton, McMinn and Monroe counties have until 6 p.m. Thursday, April 5 to visit the disaster recovery centers. More>>

State promoting outdoor tourism this spring

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Tennessee has more than 300 species of fish, with bass, crappie and catfish awaiting hungry anglers. More>>

Volkswagen is expanding educational opportunities

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German automaker will offer a Master of Business Administration degree at the Volkswagen Academy. More>>

Duracell to expand Cleveland plant, add jobs Video included

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Proctor and Gamble has announced that they will be expanding the Duracell plant in Cleveland. More>>

Bill to let students express religious viewpoint

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A proposal that would prevent students from being discriminated against for expressing their religious beliefs is headed for a House floor vote. More>>

FEMA officials announce registration deadline

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Time is running out for storm victims in need of federal aid. More>>

Special food stamp assistance to be available for storm victims

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On Thursday, March 29, the Tennessee Department of Human Services, with USDA approval, will begin issuing D-SNAP (Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits to eligible residents of ten tornado-ravaged counties. More>>

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Cleveland, Tenn., wants a new sales tax deal

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The Cleveland City Council voted 4-3 Monday to appeal a 1967 agreement with Bradley County on how local option sales tax revenue is shared. More>>

Saggy pants legislation hot topic in local schools Video included

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A Tennessee lawmaker wants students to pull up their pants and cover up. More>>

Benton teen dies from injuries in Saturday crash

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Bradley County Sheriff's Office traffic investigators responded to a single car crash on Benton Pike around 6:30 Saturday evening. More>>

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Amazon expanding, adds 100 full-time Bradley jobs

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Amazon has added about 100 more full-time jobs to its Bradley County distribution center as it expands the operation, officials said today. More>>

Bradley County gets 39th Neighborhood Watch program

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Inspired by his high school criminal justice class, Zachery Gallegos asked his neighbors in a developing subdivision to form a Neighborhood Watch program. "Once we started talking about speeders and how little kids could get hurt, people said OK," the teen said. More>>

Federal help available, tornado victims missing out

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Many tornado victims aren't getting the federal money they're eligible for, because they're not signing up. That's word from FEMA as local disaster recovery centers have yet to see much foot traffic. More>>

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FEMA offices open, but few seeking help

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FEMA employees sat in Chattanooga's Fire Station 7 on Saturday talking, snacking, joking about picking up some Jim Beam after work. More>>

Amazon to begin tax collection in 2014

A proposal that implements a deal Gov. Bill Haslam made with Amazon.com has been signed into law by the Republican governor. More>>

Bradley County 911 Center facing state takeover Video included

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The Bradley County 911 Center is losing money, and if officials don't come up with a way to make some fast, the state could take over operations. More>>

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Tennessee farmers fear fatal freeze

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Chuck McSpadden tends nearly 20,000 trees at Apple Valley in Cleveland, Tenn. His trees are a week or two ahead of schedule after mild winter temperatures, but he still can't harvest until July. More>>

Unemployment benefits now available in storm affected counties

Disaster Unemployment Assistance benefits are now available for storm victims in 10 Tennessee counties. Weekly benefits may range from $117 to $275 per week and are payable up to 26 weeks for those affected by severe weather Feb. 29-March 2. More>>

Cleveland motel evacuated following meth bust

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A meth bust in Cleveland Wednesday forced the evacuation of a motel. More>>

Tennessee jobless rate declines 0.02%

The Tennessee unemployment rate has fallen 0.02 percent to 8 percent in February, the lowest since November 2008. More>>

Storm victims get income tax filing extension from IRS

Victims of severe weather in 10 Tennessee counties have until May 31 instead of April 17 to file their tax returns with the Internal Revenue Service. More>>

Federal fugitive arrested in Bradley County Video included

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The suspect has a criminal past dating back to his teens. More>>

AWOL murder suspect arrested in Cleveland

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A murder suspect wanted by the FBI is behind bars in Bradley County Tuesday night. More>>

TRAFFIC: Crash blocks I-75 SB

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A significant crash in Interstate 75 has southbound traffic blocked. More>>

Meigs man dies following Bradley County crash

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A man seriously injured in a Bradley County crash earlier this month has died. More>>

State's jobless face new requirements for benefits

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Commissioner Karla Davis of the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development has warned the state's 56,000 unemployment claimants that they will soon be required to prove they are looking for work. More>>

FEMA Officials: We're here to help Video included

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Federal funds are now available for the area hit by the March 2nd storms in Tennessee.  Storm survivors in Hamilton, Bradley, McMinn and Polk counties are among the people in 10 counties eligible for federal aid. More>>

Amazon recognized for impact in Tennessee

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A national economic development publication has recognized four businesses in Tennessee for their community impact. More>>

FEMA aid coming to tornado victims, volunteers not giving up Video included

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There's another big change happening this weekend for Hamilton County tornado victims. Camp Joy is closing as a distribution center leaving Greenwood Baptist Church as the only help location. More>>

President signs Tennessee disaster declaration for 10 counties

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President Obama has declared a major disaster exists in the State of Tennessee and ordered Federal aid to supplement state and local recovery efforts in the area affected by severe storms, tornadoes, straight-line winds, and flooding during the period of February 29 to March 2, 2012. More>>

Tennessee Democrats file lawsuit over state redistricting plan

A lawyer for opponents of a Republican redistricting plan confirms to The Associated Press that the group has filed a lawsuit to halt the Republican plan. More>>

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Report: Cleveland farm cheaper than airport as elementary school site

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Preparing a site at Hardwick Farms for a new elementary school would be about half a million dollars cheaper than preparing the existing airport at Hardwick Field for that use, a city staff study found. More>>

Ban on students showing underwear advances

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A Tennessee lawmaker who didn't get a lot of traction with a "pull your pants up" bill has come back with another proposal. More>>

After the storm: A farming family still cleaning up Video included

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Farming has been a way of life for the Ownby family for decades. Unfortunately, their farm near Cleveland, Tennessee was right in the path of one of the many tornadoes which devastated the Tennessee Valley last April 27th. More>>

Troopers will be out in force this weekend

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State troopers will be working around the clock for drunken driving enforcement during the St. Patrick's Day weekend. More>>

UPDATE: Toddler drowns in Bradley County Video included

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Family members of Nicholas Jones exchange hugs outside his home Wednesday. More>>

Bradley County to offer storm spotter training

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Bradley County Emergency Management Agency and the National Weather Service is planning a storm spotter training course for this week. More>>

Police search for Bank of Cleveland robbery suspect

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Police in Cleveland are searching for a bank robbery suspect. More>>

3 On Your Side: Tenant fears backlash of storm-damaged tree

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Michael Goodwin continues to fight an uphill battle with property owners while his home is in danger. A large tree was cracked down the middle by the tornadoes from more than a week ago and the April 27th outbreak. More>>

First tank arrives at Wacker Polysilicon construction site

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The first tank for Wacker Polysilicon North America arrived this week; it is the smallest tank of many more to come for the plant currently under construction in the Tennessee Valley.  These tanks are essential to Wacker's polysilicon production process. More>>

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Cleveland, Bradley County schools defend lockdown during tornado warning

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When threatening weather became imminent March 2, children in many Hamilton and Bradley county schools filed into interior hallways and knelt with heads low and hands over the backs of their necks, just as they learned in drills. More>>

Storm spotting class scheduled in Cleveland

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Residents of Bradley County and the surrounding area wishing to increase their knowledge of severe weather systems and tornadoes should make plans to attend a free seminar that will be conducted by personnel from the National Weather Service office in Morristown. More>>

ONLY ON 3: Missing young woman last seen with sex offender Video included

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Satara Stratton grew up in Chattanooga, attending O.L.P.H. school. Six years ago, at age 18, she moved to Hollywood to pursue a film career. However, her friends and family haven't heard from her since November and two police agencies in southern California are now searching with growing concern because she was last seen with a sexual predator. More>>

State promoting community supported agriculture

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The Tennessee Department of Agriculture is promoting community supported agriculture. More>>

After the Storm: Cleanup efforts continue in the Tennessee Valley Video included

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Cleanup from Friday's tornadoes continues in parts of the Tennessee Valley. More>>

Fatal crash closes Michigan Avenue in Cleveland

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A fatal crash in Cleveland Wednesday afternoon has shutdown a portion of Michigan Avenue. More>>

Decision 2012

Georgia, Tennessee voters head to the polls

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Across both Tennessee and Georgia, voters head to the polls today to make their selections for the presidential primary.

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Damage estimates continue to rise

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New assessments from the Hamilton County Emergency Management Agency bring estimated storm damage totals in Tennessee to nearly $19 million. More>>

Hail: dings could bring big bills, and waits, to repair

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Hail, hail; the dings could be everywhere from the barrage after the storm. The damage may not be as great, nor the wait at the body shop as long, compared to last year.  But the fixes likely won't be fast. Or cheap. More>>

Storm survey team confirms tornadoes in Hamilton, Bradley, McMinn

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A storm survey team from the National Weather Service has continued their assessment of tornado damage that occurred on March 2nd in Hamilton, Bradley and McMinn counties. More>>

After The Storm: How and where to help

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Rescue and recovery crews are evaluating the damage in the wake of the storms that struck on March 2nd. Much like after the April 27th Storms of last year, we will be compiling a list of needs from area organizations working to help our neighbors that need it most. More>>

Assessing storm damage from the ground and the air

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A day after severe storms and tornadoes swept through the region, officials and emergency responders are assessing the widespread damage, and Channel 3 took to the air to view the path of the storms.
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Preliminary reports from Friday's storms

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A survey team from the National Weather Service office in Morristown, Tennessee, has assessed damage from Friday's storms in east TN, southwest NC, and southwest VA. More>>

Nearly 90 homes damaged in Bradley Co., clean up begins

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The destruction is widespread, and some residents are dealing with total devastation after Friday's strong storms swept through the Tennessee Valley. One area hit hard is Bradley County. More>>

Red Cross launches huge tornado relief response

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Red Cross volunteers and staff members across east Tennessee are currently helping with the widespread storm relief effort in all areas that experienced damage. Chattanooga and Cleveland, two of the hardest hit areas in Tennessee, as well as Claiborne, McMinn and Monroe counties are receiving Red Cross support. More>>

UPDATE 2: Second wave of storms slams Tennessee Valley

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After a short afternoon reprieve from a morning of severe storms and tornadoes, residents of the Tennessee Valley braced themselves for a second round of severe weather in the evening. More>>

UPDATE 2: TVA reports 13 transmission lines out of service after storms

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The Tennessee Valley Authority has activated its Transmission Emergency Operations Center to assess the damage and manage the response to today's severe storms. More>>

UPDATE: Local shelters opening for storm victims

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As storms and tornadoes continue to sweep across East Tennessee several locations are opening storm shelters to assist those in need.
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Two reported injured in Bradley County storms

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Initial reports show at least two people have been injured by severe storms that moved through Bradley County Friday afternoon. Both injuries appear to be the result of entrapments and both were transported to the hospital. More>>

Wacker employees heading to Germany for training

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Fifty-one lead chemical operators at the Wacker Institute are headed to Germany for more training. More>>

Higher feed, fertilizer, and fuel costs lead to cattle, beef price rise

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Ron Ricketts has been a cattle rancher in Bradley County for almost a dozen years. He used to fetch $600 for an average mature cow but now he pockets nearly $1000. More>>

Tennessee changes tourism slogan

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The stage may be set for travelers in Tennessee, but state tourism officials have abandoned it. More>>

Update:Traffic moving again on I-75 SB in McMinn County

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One lane of traffic on Interstate 75 SB in McMinn County is open after an accident involving several vehicles. More>>

'Shake & Bake' meth lab quarantines half of Cleveland motel

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Two people face charges of meth after the Bradley County Sheriff's Office Drug Enforcement Unit removed a meth lab from a room at the Holiday Motel on South Lee Highway. More>>

3 On Your Side: Viewer donates $4,000 to fix roof for Cleveland woman

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A week ago, Alice Maroon feared she would lose her home. The 86-year-old widow lives off Social Security and had to take out a $7,000 loan to fix her roof. More>>

School bus involved in Cleveland crash

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A crash involving a school bus caused a scare Friday afternoon in Cleveland. More>>

Cleveland to dedicate avenue to Billy Graham

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The new Billy Graham Avenue in historic downtown Cleveland will be dedicated Friday. More>>

IRS says 18,000 Tennesseans could get 2008 refunds

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As taxpayers prepare their income tax returns for 2011, the Internal Revenue Service is still holding millions that are owed to Tennessee residents from 2008. More>>

AMBER Alert

UPDATE: AMBER Alert canceled for East Tennessee

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Three-year old Summer Knasel and four-year old Lovell Knasel were found safe in Maryland Wednesday afternoon. More>>

Cleveland, Tenn., crime control grant halfway done

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Halfway through a three-year, $800,000 grant to reduce crime in certain city neighborhoods, the government and nonprofit agencies involved are considering what will happen when the grant ends. More>>

Firefighters spend morning battling house fire

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Cleveland Firefighters spent the morning battling a house fire. More>>

3 On Your Side: Viewers help Cleveland storm victim

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"I'm not one to beg for help," says Alice Maroon. The 86-year-old Cleveland widow didn't have to beg, but she did plan to sell nearly everything she owned just to make ends meet. More>>

Anti-Lottery bill could cost state millions in revenue

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A pair of bills working their way through the legislature could cost the state nearly $23 million dollars in lottery sales. More>>

Speeding a problem on road where young woman was killed

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Bradley County deputies are looking for the man who witnessed a fatal motorcycle crash. Jordan Best, 18, was killed Wednesday when the motorcycle she was on hit a car. More>>

Cleveland widow dropped by insurance: needs new roof

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For the past couple of weeks roofer Dewayne Stamey and his crew have been making repairs to Alice Maroon's roof. It was damaged in the April storms but now the 86-year-old homeowner, who lives on a fixed income, is having to pay out of pocket. More>>

Mars, Inc. shrinking all candy bars to shrink customers

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Some of your favorite chocolate is about to change. Candy giant Mars, Inc. is slimming down its products in an effort to help its customers slim down. More>>

Georgia once again debates tapping Tennessee River for water

Once again, Georgia lawmakers are debating whether they can pipe water from the Tennessee River to fix a water shortage in metro Atlanta. More>>

Man robs Cleveland pharmacy of prescription medication

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Just before 10 o'clock Thursday morning, a white male walked into Bi-Lo at Ocoee Crossing in Cleveland, TN, walked up to the pharmacy and told the employees that he has a gun and to let him in. More>>

Victim of Bradley County motorcycle-car crash identified

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The Bradley County Sheriff's Office has identified the victim of the motorcycle-car crash on Springplace Road as 18-year-old Jordan Best of Columbus, Ohio. More>>

Wacker offers jobs to students

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Dozens of students at the Wacker Institute now have job offers. More>>

Pennsylvania couple stopped on I-75 facing 60 identity theft charges

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A Pennsylvania couple stopped Friday for speeding on I-75 ended up in the Bradley County jail charged with 60 counts of identity theft. More>>

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Occupy Nashville wants an apology from Rep. Watson

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Occupy Nashville protesters wants an apology from House Judiciary Committee Chairman Eric Watson of Cleveland. In a letter, the group says that Watson's contention that they were responsible for a November incident in which a legislative secretary was struck by urine was "out of order." More>>

SWAT called following domestic dispute

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A man is in custody after a domestic dispute leads to SWAT being called. More>>

Volunteers help Cleveland family start tornado cleanup process

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Life after the April 27th tornadoes has gotten back to normal for some, but there are still countless families who haven't had the strength to even start rebuilding.
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Cleveland High School junior named "Youth of the Year"

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Cleveland High School Junior Maria Abeyta was forced to grow up years before she should have. A past riddled with drugs, abuse, and foster homes finally she's seeing her perseverance pay off. More>>

Volunteers rally to clean up storm debris in Cleveland

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Ask any resident in the Blue Springs community and they'll tell you storm clean up is slow. "Every time you look out its a reminder, when the wind blows its a reminder, we'll probably never get over it," says homeowner, Kenneth Price.
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UPDATE 2: Police identify body found in apartment fire

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Cleveland Police have identified the man whose burned body was discovered by firefighters Thursday. More>>

Hamilton Co. corrections officers under investigation

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After a month-long drug investigation, two Hamilton County jail corrections officers are on leave Thursday night. More>>

Tennessee, Georgia to get No Child Left Behind waivers

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President Barack Obama today will free 10 states from the strict requirements of the Bush-era "No Child Left Behind" law. More>>

Bradley couple facing charges related to false burglary report

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Bradley County authorities have charged a man and a woman after they were able to determine the couple had falsely claimed to have been burglarized. More>>

State promoting Tennessee businesses with website

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The state is promoting Tennessee businesses on a new section of the secretary of state's website. More>>

Bradley County academy gets items from hospital

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Bachman Academy in Bradley County has been the beneficiary of the soon-to-be-demolished child care facility at Memorial Hospital. More>>

Driver flown to Erlanger following Cleveland crash

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Cleveland police are investigating a three-vehicle crash on North Lee Highway that sent one driver to the hospital by air. More>>

UPDATED: Wacker Institute opens in Chattanooga

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The $5 million institute has been described as a world-class science lab that will be part of the engineering technology division at the college. More>>

Mayfield hires former Tenn. GOP chairman Hopper

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Dairy executive Scottie Mayfield has hired on political consultant Tommie Hopper for his challenge of incumbent U.S. Rep. Chuck Fleishmann in the 3rd House District. More>>

Early morning fire at Duracell plant in Cleveland

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A fire at the Duracell plant in Cleveland is now out. More>>

Bradley County approves tax abatement for Wacker

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Bradley County officials approved a one-time property tax abatement for Wacker Polysilicon, which is building a plant in Charleston that will produce polysilicon for solar panels. More>>

Haslam seeks merger of 6 environmental panels

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Gov. Bill Haslam's first effort to reduce state boards will merge six panels with significant environmental duties into three, affecting one with regulatory power over gas stations, including the family's Pilot... More>>

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More than 400 show up for Whirlpool job fair in Cleveland

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More than 400 people turned out Saturday morning for a job fair aiming to fill 60 jobs at Whirlpool in Cleveland, Tenn. The oven maker will start production later this year at a $120 million plant that will replace its existing facility here. More>>

Bradley woman charged with TennCare "doctor shopping"

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A Bradley County woman has been charged with TennCare fraud involving "doctor shopping," a crime involving the use TennCare benefits to go to multiple doctors in a short time period in order to obtain controlled substances. More>>

Amazon in Tennessee; amazing growth, amid taxing questions

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Amazon officials confirm that Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam 'brokered an impasse' that could have scuttled an agreement to build two 'Fulfillment Centers' that have created hundreds of full-time and seasonal jobs in Hamilton and Bradley Counties.

Amazon has committed to three more Centers in Tennessee, and to start collecting sales taxes in 2014. But it insists other on-line retailers must be required to as well, nationwide.
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Cleveland judge investigated by TBI after burglary case

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Bradley County General Sessions Court Judge Sheridan Randolph is the subject of an investigation into his conduct in a burglary case, a TBI official confirmed today. More>>

New measure to prevent overnight stays at plaza in Nashville

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Cleveland's own Representative Eric Watson is heading the fight against Occupy Nashville protesters. More>>

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Amazon.com sales tax bill begins moving in Tennessee House

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Legislation requiring Amazon.com to begin collecting state and local sales taxes on goods the Internet retailer sells to Tennesseans starting in 2014 easily cleared its first hurdle in the House Budget Subcommittee Wednesday. More>>

TN Dems call for good government, GOP calls foul

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If Democrats have their way, the Tennessee General Assembly would meet only every second year, lawmakers' daily expenses would be capped and bill sponsors would have to divulge if their legislation originated with... More>>

Haslam presents $31.08B budget plan to lawmakers

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Republican Governor Bill Haslam's annual spending proposal calls for raises for state employees, more spending on construction on college campuses and tax cuts on food and inheritance. More>>

UPDATE: Cleveland police investigating apparent beating with ball bat

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Cleveland police say a man was apparently beaten with a baseball bat Monday night during a fight in a large crowd. More>>

Haslam to give second State of the State address

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Republican Governor Bill Haslam is preparing to give his second State of the State address. More>>

Small fire leads to evacuation of Cleveland industrial plant

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Workers at the main building of the Mueller Co. on Enterprise Drive in Cleveland spent were ushered outside Saturday after a small fire in a vat raised fears of a chemical spill. More>>

Cleveland-based church denomination sues movie producers

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The battle may be as old as motion pictures themselves: church leaders, claiming Hollywood mocks their faith, or portrays believers unfairly. Now, the Church of God International, the fundamentalist Protestant denomination based in Cleveland, is suing a movie's producers over copyright, or Cross Mark, infringement. More>>

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City of Cleveland, police department, sued by fired detective

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A Cleveland police detective who was fired last year for allegedly mishandling evidence filed a federal discrimination lawsuit Tuesday against Cleveland, the police department and its top leadership. More>>

Wacker hits construction milestone in Tennessee

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Wacker Polysilicon officials say they have reached a milestone in construction at their solar products plant in Charleston, Tenn. More>>

Sister of Lee University student rescued by Navy SEALs

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In late October, Jessica Buchanan was taken hostage by a group of Somali pirates as she worked with a Danish refugee council. Her brother, Stephen, was thousands of miles away in Cleveland at Lee University. More>>

UPDATE 2: 3 injured in Bradley school bus crash

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Highway Patrol Troopers and sheriff's deputies in Bradley County are investigating a school bus crash near Walker Valley High. More>>

Ryan's parent files bankruptcy, closes restaurants

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The parent company of the restaurant chain Ryan's, has filed for bankruptcy and announced the closure of many of its locations. More>>

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Food Lion closings to expand Chattanooga area ‘food deserts’

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It takes hours for thousands of Chattanoogans to get to the grocery store. More>>

"Secret" immigration panel didn't post meeting notices

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A state commission that recently was in court over allegations it crafted an immigration policy in secret hasn't regularly posted notices of upcoming meetings on its website during the past two years. More>>

Tennessee unemployment falls to 8.7 percent

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The state labor department says the unemployment rate for Tennessee fell in December. More>>

Bradley Deputy catches convenience store theft suspects

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A Bradley County sheriff's deputy on patrol Wednesday night observed a man run from a convenience store to an automobile which then sped away on APD 40. The deputy noticed the man was carrying a black bag and a subsequent traffic stop led to recovery of the bag and its contents. More>>

TEA recommends evaluation system changes

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Teachers who "meet expectations" in their evaluation would be eligible for tenure under changes the Tennessee Education Association is recommending for the state's new teacher evaluation system. More>>

UPDATED: 'Don't Say Gay' bill to be delayed in committee

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The sponsor of a measure that seeks to ban Tennessee public schools from teaching about gay issues says he plans to delay a vote on the proposal More>>

Cleveland hires Ron Crawford as new football coach

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Brentwood High coach Ron Crawford has been hired to take over the Blue Raiders. The move was first reported by our media partners at the Chattanooga Times Free Press. More>>

Storms move into Valley tonight

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Storms will move into the Tennessee Valley this evening with a chance of an isolated thunderstorm. More>>

UPDATED: Tenn. House approves GOP redistricting plan

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The state House has approved a plan to redraw the chamber's 99 districts, overriding Democrats' objections that it placed five African-American incumbents into three seats. More>>

Haslam touts grant transparency, closes records

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Governor Bill Haslam is touting his proposal for more grants for companies investing in Tennessee as fostering transparency in the state's economic development program. But the Republican has also filed a bill to shield information used to make grant decisions from public view. More>>

Haslam proposes cuts in some taxes

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Gov. Bill Haslam says he wants to make reductions in the state's estate tax and a small reduction on the sales tax on groceries. More>>

Tenn. getting $2.8M in federal funds for tornado repairs

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Tennessee is getting $2.8 million in federal funds to help cover the costs of repairing roads and bridges damaged last April during tornadoes and flooding. More>>

Local legislators fight redistricting split of Bradley County

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Tennessee House Judiciary Chairman Eric Watson today filed an amendment to the Tennessee Congressional District legislation that will unite Bradley into the Third Congressional District.
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Tenn. meeting goals for education reform

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Tennessee is meeting most of its goals for implementing educational reforms tied to a $500 million federal Race to the Top award. More>>

Man escapes police custody in Cleveland

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Cleveland police say man slipped out of handcuffs Monday afternoon, which kept them busy with a manhunt. More>>

Cleveland couponer lands major cash for savings skills

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(WRCB)- A national blog has named a Cleveland woman one of America's top couponers! Maranda Cash won CheapSally.com's "Bring Home the Bacon" Contest. More>>

Rep. DesJarlais speaks out on redraw of Fourth Congressional District

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Representative Scott DesJarlais (TN-04) issued the following statement regarding the proposed new Fourth District boundaries: More>>

TN lawmakers mull future in redrawn districts

With the dust settling on Republican plans for redrawing legislative districts in Tennessee, lawmakers from both parties are assessing their future plans. More>>

Cleveland teen keeping kids warm through "Toboggans for Toddlers"

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A teenage girl is hoping to inspire her community this winter. More>>

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