Michael Hammonds has been sentenced to serve 34 months in federal prison after Chattanooga Police found cocaine in his freezer. Hammonds appeared before Judge Sandy Mattice. Police on Nov. 15, 2012, located two large bags of cocaine in the freezer. Under the burner of a nearby stove, they also found $1,100 cash and a revolver with five live rounds. (click for more)

A man who was found with an assault rifle at a Cleveland, Tn., motel has been sentenced to serve 57 months in federal prison. Terrence Rucker appeared before Judge Sandy Mattice. Police said they found Rucker at the Baymont Inn on Paul Huff Parkway with Megan Smith. The door was first slammed shut on officers, who smelled an odor of marijuana. It was opened after several minutes. ... (click for more)

Having been on several of Dr. Daryl Black's walking tours, I can say that they weren't just informative, but a treat. The downtown, Fort Wood and Ninth Street of yesteryear were brought dramatically to life. We stood on the ground where Sherman had his headquarters (near the Ice Cream Show) and the corner where Bessie Smith sang as a young girl. And we also stood beneath the ... (click for more)

Not since Hurricane Katrina has New Orleans had a bigger problem. When over a million visitors flood the city for the annual Mardi Gras bash over the next three weeks, there will be signs all around town and into the French Quarter that blare, “CAUTION: Walk In Large Groups. We (heart symbol) love NOPD. We Just Need More Of Them.” In other words, it appears things are quite unsettled ... (click for more)

University of Tennessee at Chattanooga Vice Chancellor and Director of Athletics David Blackburn announced the Mocs will no longer participate in men’s indoor and outdoor track and field and are limiting participation in men’s cross country after the end of the 2014-15 season.   “This was a very difficult decision,” said Mr. Blackburn.  “You never want to cut a program, ... (click for more)

(Story will be updaed) Libby Peigen, daughter of Ooltewah coach Elaine Peigen, has been named head volleyball coach at Soddy-Daisy, replacing Lorri Johnson. Peigen had been head junior varsity and assistant varsity coach at East Hamilton before taking over the Lady Trojans' program. She attended Lee University and played volleyball for the Lady Flames. The announcement ... (click for more)