Police sergeant graduates from National Public Safety Innovation Academy
Chattanooga, TN – A Chattanooga Police Department sergeant graduated from the National Public Safety Innovation Academy, an intensive eight-week executive-level course designed for law enforcement and corrections leaders. The program, led by nationally recognized experts, focused on current challenges and emerging trends in public safety…
Firefighters rescued trapped driver after multi-vehicle crash involving school bus
Chattanooga, TN – Chattanooga firefighters rescued an injured driver early Wednesday morning after a multi-vehicle crash involving a school bus on Middle Valley Road near the city-county line. The Chattanooga Fire Department responded at 6:25 a.m. to the 6500 block of Middle Valley Road for…
Fire captain honored as Co-Advocate of the Year by Chattanooga Area Employment Consortium
Chattanooga, TN – Captain Skyler Phillips of the Chattanooga Fire Department was recognized with the Co-Advocate of the Year Award from the Chattanooga Area Employment Consortium. Erskine Oglesby, president of the consortium, presented the award to Captain Phillips in recognition of his continued efforts to…
Chattanooga Police Department’s K9 team earns first place at regional explosive detection trials
Chattanooga, TN – Chattanooga Police Department Officer Isler and K9 Baba earned first place at the 2025 Region 22 Explosive Detection Trials held in Huntsville, Alabama. The competition tested multiple K9 teams in several categories, including odor recognition, package and parcel detection, room detection, and…
Chattanooga Fire Department welcomes three new firefighters to Lateral Fire Academy
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Fire Department welcomed three new firefighters to its Lateral Fire Academy this week. Donovan DiCola, Gunner Gregory, and Andrew Hughes joined the department, bringing valuable experience and a strong commitment to serve the community. According to the department, the command…
Chattanooga Police Department investigates robbery and shooting on Scruggs Street
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department is investigating a robbery that led to a shooting in the 100 block of Scruggs Street late Monday night. On November 3, 2025, at approximately 11 p.m., officers responded to reports of a person shot. Crime scene investigators…
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Florida – A Florida man was convicted last week of second-degree murder in the death of his girIfriend, 50-year-old CIaudette in Florida earlier this year. The jury also found him guilty of tampering with evidence. Sentencing is scheduled for next week, where he faces up…
CFD promotes three firefighters to lieutenant in recognition of leadership and service
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Fire Department congratulated Corey Hooper, David Carter, and Scott Paone on their promotions to lieutenant. The department praised the three men for their skills as firefighters and leadership within the CFD. Officials said it is an honor to have them…
Chattanooga firefighters practice drafting operations at local river
Chattanooga, TN – Engine 16 from the Chattanooga Fire Department conducted drafting operations Friday afternoon at a river, preparing for situations where fire hydrants are unavailable. Drafting allows firefighters to use static water sources, such as lakes or ponds, to supply units with water during…
Chattanooga and Cleveland firefighters complete intensive 80-hour Hazmat Technician training
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Fire Department thanked instructors and participants for their efforts in completing an 80-hour Hazmat Technician course. Firefighters from Chattanooga and Cleveland took part in the two-week training, learning about the chemical and physical properties of hazardous materials and how to…