Brainerd High student arrested after handgun found in backpack
A Brainerd High School student was arrested after a handgun was found in the student's backpack, according to a news release from the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office.

A Brainerd High School student was arrested after a handgun was found in the student's backpack, according to a news release from the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office.

Allegiant Air launched its inaugural flight to Punta Gorda, Fla., from the Chattanooga Airport Thursday.

The UTC women's basketball team completed a season sweep of Mercer with a road victory Thursday that was even more decisive than last month's home win.

A Catoosa County Sheriff's Office deputy was terminated following findings involving criminal activity by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation, officials say.

The UTC men's basketball team remained tied for first place in the SoCon standings Wednesday night with a huge road win against Samford.

A 49-year-old man died after a head-on collision on the 2900 block of South Hickory Street, according to the Chattanooga Police Department.
A former Georgia prison officer was sentenced to more than seven years in prison Monday after being found guilty of possessing methamphetamine with the intent to distribute and bribery.

New businesses licensed in Hamilton County, Feb. 3-7.

The UTC men's basketball team shot 58% from the field in the second half, but coach Dan Earl was even more pleased by the Mocs' defensive performance.

Defense has been a strength for the UTC women's basketball team throughout this season.
