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We still need your help finding #TNBlueAlert & #TNMostWanted suspect Danell Maxwell, who is wanted for shooting a Memphis Police officer. If you have any information about Maxwell, call 1‑800‑TBI‑FIND. There is a reward of up to $32,500 for information leading to his capture.

What is causing the smoky conditions across the region. Here is the Vertically Integrated Smoke product for the next 12-18 hours. The smoky conditions are from area prescribe burn fires across the Southeast and Mississippi Valley. Increasing Smoke this evening.

Almost one third of all traffic crash fatalities in the United States involve drunk drivers. Dunk your keys and find a sober ride this season, and all year round. #FansDontLetFansDriveDrunk Learn more: tntrafficsafety.org/drunk-driving

🚧 BLUE HOLE CLOSURE A construction project at North Chickamauga Creek Gorge State Park will close both the main parking area and access to the Blue Hole for approximately a year, beginning Monday, March 23. (1/3)

- Starting MONDAY, MARCH 23, 2026 - Hamilton Co. Hwy Dept. will have Thatch Rd closed b/w Island View Drive and 12803 Thatch Road beginning March 23, 2026. The road will remain closed through April 15, 2026. This closure is necessary for a large box culvert replacement project.

Just like seat belts and car seats, bicycle helmets are tested and proven to prevent serious injury in the event of a fall or crash. Helmets work if they fit properly and are worn correctly! Learn more: tntrafficsafety.org/bike-ped

Safety features like helmets and seat belts are tested and proven to work when it matters. Always wear a helmet when cycling, and a seat belt when in a vehicle. #BuckleUp every trip, every time! tntrafficsafety.org/bike-ped

Here's the forecast through the weekend. Nice weather ahead with warming temperatures.

Happy St. Patrick's Day! Pedestrian safety starts with smart choices. Celebrate responsibly, plan a safe ride home if you plan to drink, and keep our roads safe for everyone. #TennesseeWalksSober

SCAM ALERT: The Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security is warning drivers about fraudulent text messages claiming recipients have an unpaid traffic ticket and threatening to suspend their driving privileges. wdef.com/tennessee-depa…

If green beer is in your plans today, make sure driving isn’t. If you drink, don’t drive. #StPatricksDay #IfYouDrinkDontDrive #safety

@cecegkh There's a good man!

At some point in our lives, we will be the one who needs help. It maybe be in a small way or in a big way, but we will all have to ask for help. Be the kind of person who offers help before someone has to ask. This bus driver stops everyday and literally picks the young lady up and carries her on the bus. That’s not part of his job description, that is from his heart! This gentleman sees a need and fills the need with kindness. Would you ever go the extra mile for someone, not because you have to, but because you can? It cost nothing to be kind!

Unlit roads and streets without designated sidewalks are especially dangerous for pedestrians during nighttime hours. Learn more: tntrafficsafety.org/bike-ped

The more you know, the safer you and your loved ones will be!

The third week of March is National Poison Prevention Week! Since 1961, National Poison Prevention Week has been observed to increase awareness about the dangers of poisonings at any age, and how to prevent them. Safe storage of medications, cleaners, chemicals, batteries, and other hazardous products is one way to minimize the risk of your children being poisoned. In case of a poison emergency, call the Poison Help line (1-800-222-1222). For more information on prevention tips, please visit poisonhelp.hrsa.gov/what-you-can-d…

A Winter Weather Advisory has been expanded across portions of our area. Areas that are not in a Winter Weather Advisory have been included in a Special Weather Statement for snow this afternoon and into the evening.

Monday, March 16, 2026 CHATT Foundation's Cold Weather Warming Shelter will be open: Monday, 03/16/26 from 7 pm to 6 am. Located at 727 East 11th Street Chattanooga, TN 37403. Temperatures will drop into the high 20’s.

** ROAD CLOSURE ** Monday, March 16, 2026 Per the Hamilton County Highway Department: Montlake Road will be closed from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Wednesday 3/18/26 and Thursday 3/19/26, for continued roadside ditch rehabilitation work. Details: facebook.com/TNHCOEM

The National Weather Service has issued a TORNADO WATCH for Hamilton County, TN on Sunday, March 15th at 9:52 PM til Monday, March 16th at 4 am. ** Please make sure to stay tuned to your local media outs. ** Make sure you & family know where the SAFE PLACE is in your home!

(March 15, 2026 | 7:00 p.m. CT): Turn off 'Do Not Disturb' before severe weather begins, especially since some areas could be impacted overnight. This helps make sure emergency alerts and other important notifications can reach you when it matters most. Other tips as we move into the overnight hours? Keep your phone off silent, have a programmed weather radio nearby, and follow trusted sources for updates.