Chattanooga Fire Department celebrates promotion to lieutenant
Chattanooga, TN – According to the statement, David Madison, a dedicated member of the Chattanooga Fire Department, has been promoted to lieutenant. Madison, who serves with Engine 3 Red Shift, has been recognized for his commitment and hard work within the department. The promotion marks a…
Tennessee announces maximum effective formula rate of interest at 11.65%
Chattanooga, TN – Tennessee Department of Financial Institutions Commissioner Greg Gonzales announced that the state’s maximum effective formula rate of interest is 11.65% per annum. The rate is calculated based on a ceiling of 4% above the weekly average prime loan rate of 7.65%, as published…
Chattanooga Fire Department announces registration for advanced extrication training
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Fire Department and Chattanooga Fire Fighters Association Local 820 are hosting the 2025 Regional Advanced Extrication Class, offering 16 hours of specialized training for firefighters. The course, designed for those with a minimum certification of Firefighter II and basic extrication experience,…
CPD hosts master PIO course, graduates two officers from prestigious FBI-LEEDA training
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department recently hosted a Master Public Information Officer (PIO) course, organized by the FBI-LEEDA. The advanced training builds on the FBI-LEEDA Media & Public Relations course, designed to elevate public information professionals to a strategic level of media and brand…
Chattanooga Police Department highlights features of CityGuards app
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department is reminding residents of the many features available through its CPD CityGuards app, designed to enhance convenience and security. – **Access Important Resources:** Users can quickly view news releases, updates, and services directly from their phones, ensuring they stay…
Tennessee Department of Correction announces revised lethal injection protocol
Tennessee – The Tennessee Department of Correction has completed a comprehensive revision of its lethal injection protocol, transitioning to the use of the single drug pentobarbital. Executions in the state had been paused since May 2022, following Governor Bill Lee’s order for an independent review…
HCSO and public safety agencies participate in annual Santa Train event
Chattanooga, TN – Sheriff Austin Garrett, Chief Deputy Spencer Daniels, members of the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO), and personnel from various public safety agencies joined forces with the Chattanooga Forgotten Child Fund to support this year’s Santa Train. The Santa Train, an annual event…
Boyfriend called his girIfriend’s family, telling them he did something bad, after shooting the woman several times in the back of the head before claiming his gun went off following a heated argument; charged
Nevada – A Nevada man was taken into custody and later charged with multiple charges, including murder and possession of a firearm as a felon in connection with the last week’s incident which left his 33-year-old partner, Renize, dead. Authorities say the 29-year-old boyfriend shot…
Chattanooga Police Department partners with community to monitor speeding patterns
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department has been working closely with the community to conduct road studies and monitor speeding patterns through the use of automated radar trailers. While the trailers do not issue tickets, they collect valuable data that helps the department identify…
TDLWD reports low unemployment rates across Tennessee for November
Tennessee – The Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development (TDLWD) reported that 91 of Tennessee’s 95 counties had unemployment rates below 5% in November, with 17 counties showing a decrease in their rates. Moore and Williamson counties recorded the lowest unemployment rates in the…