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Should Chattanooga’s first responders have to live in Tennessee?
In March, voters will decide whether to amend Chattanooga's charter to allow city employees to live out-of-state. The city’s fire and police departments say the change would fill recruitment gaps.
Incumbents hold firm in Nov. 5 election
A whopping 73% of registered voters in Hamilton County turned out on Nov. 5, 2024, to choose their local, state, and federal representatives. In one race, a single vote decided the outcome. Here’s how they all shook out.
On-site liquor is on the ballot for unincorporated Hamilton County
Voters in unincorporated Hamilton County will decide whether to allow businesses to sell alcoholic beverages for customers to drink on-site.
Chattanooga’s credit downgrade fueled by local inequality
A downgrade to Chattanooga's credit score says less about the city's finances and more about local disparities.
Will the new zoning code change the landscape of Chattanooga?
Chattanooga has an all new zoning ordinance focused on future growth and sustainable housing prices. Here's how planner expect it to change the city.
We’ve heard plenty about November — but what’s on the Aug. 1 ballot?
Early voting is happening now for the Aug. 1 election in Hamilton County! And we’re here to get you ready to hit the polls. Check out the Chattamatters voter guide to learn more about what’s on the ballot, who the candidates are, and where and when you can vote. It’s all right there — check it out through the link in our bio.
'The only way to be free': The final step to U.S. citizenship
At a May 2024 naturalization ceremony in Chattanooga, new Americans shared what citizenship means to them.
How to start a business in Chattanooga
Want to know where you can get help for your small business? Here’s whats available at low- to no-cost in Chattanooga and a handy guide to making your business a reality.
Tapping into Chattanooga’s small business network
From building a business plan to finding a funder, resources for small business owners abound in Chattanooga.
Why isn’t Red Bank part of Chattanooga?
As Chattanooga expanded via annexation throughout the 1900s, some local neighborhoods evaded the city’s path. Red Bank, which became a city in 1955, was one of them.
Who runs cities? In some places, it's not the mayor's job
Mayors aren’t always the chief executive of cities. Most municipalities in the U.S have an unelected leader — a city manager hired by the local legislative body.
Letting in the sunshine: What to know about open records and public meetings
Two Tennessee laws give citizens the right to attend all local government meetings and request records — including emails and texts — sent by elected officials as part of their jobs.
TN has the lowest youth voter turnout — here's one thing that can help
We are partnering with WTCI-PBS, WUTC, and La Paz on a project aimed at young and future voters.