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William Newlin

William is an award-winning journalist and editor focused on communicating important topics in a way that’s accessible to everyone.

Before coming to Chattanooga, he received his master’s degree from the University of Georgia and wrote for his hometown paper, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Catch him biking around town trying and often failing to avoid potholes.

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William's Latest Articles

Northgate Mall tax incentive, senior tax freeze adjustment

Council questioned city staff about a proposed Northgate Mall tax deal before giving the go-ahead for further negotiations.

Is there a better way to park downtown?

CARTA CEO Charles Frazier has a pitch for parking bliss: Stop circling the block, and let the free shuttles take you where you want to go.

Tennessee’s lost county

Now mostly forgotten, James County lay next door to Hamilton for almost 50 years. Here's why it fell off the map.

$5.5 million more for Walnut Street Bridge, $500K for eviction prevention

Unexpected repairs forced a $5.5 million increase to the Walnut Street Bridge restoration contract, approved by City Council.

Complying with state anti-DEI laws

City Council approved several changes to city government to comply with two recent state laws.

Final tax rate vote, fee waivers for flood damage

Here's a preview of the Sept. 9 City Council agenda featuring the final tax rate vote, flood relief measures, and more.

Live in Hamilton County? Let’s figure out your property taxes

Use our calculator to know what your 2025 tax bill will be for Hamilton County and the city or town where you live.

First tax rate votes, another grant for the joint skate and dog park

Council members will hold their first vote on a city property tax rate at their Aug. 26 meeting after weeks of intense debate.

Chattanooga’s tax rate plans, side-by-side

City Council will decide between two options for Chattanooga’s 2025 property tax rate. Here’s what each rate would pay for, and what it'd cost taxpayers.

Where things stand ahead of Chattanooga’s tax rate vote

The public has one more chance to weigh in on competing tax rate proposals before City Council votes on Aug. 26.