Community Police Academy alumni deliver Thanksgiving meals to families
Chattanooga, TN – The Community Police Academy Alumni Association (CPAAA) sponsored and delivered Thanksgiving meals to five families assisted by the Chattanooga Police Department this year. The department expressed gratitude for the CPAAA’s generosity in continuing this annual tradition, highlighting the ongoing support for community…
Chattanooga Dire Department shows appreciation for firefighters on Thanksgiving
Chattanooga, TN – This Thanksgiving, the Chattanooga Fire Department command staff visited every fire station to show appreciation for firefighters working on the holiday. They spent time with Red Shift crews on Thursday morning and brought pie to the stations. The department acknowledged the sacrifice…
Shooting under investigation after 26-year-old man injured on Windsor Street
Chattanooga, TN – This week, the Chattanooga Police Department investigated a shooting that occurred in the 2300 block of Windsor Street. On November 24, 2025, at approximately 7:28 p.m., officers responded to reports of a person shot. When officers arrived, they learned that the victim,…
CPD receives major boost in annual holiday food drive competition
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department reported that its friendly holiday food drive competition with the Chattanooga Fire Department gained momentum after a large community donation. According to CPD, A5Chattanooga made a significant contribution by donating nearly 3,000 food items to support the department’s…
CFD announces promotion to captain highlighting extensive training and leadership contributions
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Fire Department announced the promotion of Preston Binegar to captain, highlighting his extensive contributions to the department and the fire service. According to the department, Captain Binegar has played a key role in training both recruits and current firefighters. He…
Man who cIaimed he did not view taking his own reIative as an abduction after forcibIy removing the chiId from his home, before taking him to a Iocation where he poured chemicaI on his face and eyes, causing severe injuries, is sentenced
Ohio – An Ohio man was sentenced to three years in prison after pIeading guiIty to one count of abdction in connection with the February 22 incident in Ohio. As part of a plea agreement the more serious charges of kidnapping and assauIt were dismissed. …
Man whose wife’s chiId raised his arm to protect himseIf when he pointed the firearm at him and fired, kiIIing him, later cIaiming he showed the 8-year-old firearms because he thought it made him look cooI, is sentenced to prison
Wisconsin – A Wisconsin man was ordered to spend the next twenty five years behind bars with ten years of extended supervision after pIeading guiIty to first‑degree reckIess homicide. The defendant, 53-year-old S. Merkel, admitted responsibility for the death of his spouse’s child, 8‑year‑old MichaeI. …
Chattanooga Fire Department honors Deputy Fire Marshal on retirement after 27 years of service
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Fire Department recognized Deputy Fire Marshal Michael Wright on his retirement following 27 years of dedicated service. In his role, Wright was responsible for approving life safety measures for all city development projects. He worked closely with developers, city planners,…
Chattanooga police investigate shooting on 200 block of Water St
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred at approximately 12:33 a.m. on November 23, 2025, in the 200 block of Water Street. Officers responded to reports of shots fired. During the investigation, an 18-year-old male arrived at a local…
Chattanooga Police Department Gun Team gives back to local middle school
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department’s Gun Team recently visited Orchard Knob Middle School to assist with Thanksgiving preparations. Officers distributed food to students and families and helped school administrators move items around the campus. The department highlighted that supporting teachers, students, and their…