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Wednesday, April 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Chattanooga. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday morning, April 15, a camper fire on Lisa Lynn Drive caused a propane tank explosion as firefighters from Dallas Bay Volunteer Fire Department responded—no injuries were reported and the cause of the fire is under investigation. Local 3 News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Taquería La Delicia #2 in Red Bank opened in November 2024 and serves authentic Guatemalan and Mexican dishes—offering tacos, burritos, and tortas—daily from 10:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. in a bright, inviting space. Local 3 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, prosecutors began their case in the murder trial of Darryl Roberts in Chattanooga after he was accused of fatally shooting businessman Christopher Wright on Market Street in 2023—witness testimony and surveillance footage were presented as the case continued after a previous mistrial. News Channel 9
- ➤ Chattanooga police are asking the public for help finding LaJeffery Romane Sparks—wanted for the first-degree murder of a 42-year-old man who died after a shooting on October 5th in the 4100 block of Fagan Street—as he remains at large. Local 3 News
- ➤ A Hixson resident said she lived with the strong smell of her dead neighbor for two months before police discovered 60-year-old Thomas Owensby—police ruled his death a suicide and management delayed a response. News Channel 9
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Hamilton County Schools face tough decisions as proposed budget cuts may cut transportation for 10 magnet schools, with 40 percent of students at CSAS relying on buses & shuttles. A public meeting will be held today at 6:00 p.m. at the CSAS auditorium at 865 E. 3rd Street & the school board will vote on the new budget on May 8. Local 3 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Monday morning, the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office detected an unauthorized attempt to access its network systems and shut them down to protect data while an investigation began—several online services, including the official website and warrant search, remain offline until further notice. News Channel 9
- ➤ House Bill 0085 passed the legislature and will require elementary schools to give students 40 minutes of recess each day instead of 15 minutes. The bill now awaits Gov. Bill Lee's signature and will take effect July 1 if signed— it mandates unstructured outdoor play except in dangerous weather—. News Channel 9
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Monday, 56 local wrestlers were named to the TSWA all-state team after local programs swept the state dual and traditional tournaments. Cleveland Blue Raiders led with 11 selections and East Ridge junior Samarah Tafiti became the first all-state pick for her program. Chattanooga Times Free Press
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Friendship Connection for Adults
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Trampled By Turtles Live Concert
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Pandora's Box Tribute to Aerosmith
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