Chattanooga Police Department continues commitment to supporting individuals with mental and behavioral health challenges through Crisis Intervention Training
Chattanooga, TN – According to the police officials, 12 Chattanooga officers, along with eight officers from nearby agencies—including the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC) Police Department, East Ridge Police Department, Signal Mountain Police Department, and Soddy-Daisy Police Department—completed the latest CIT session. CIT is designed…
Road construction on I-75 South in Loudon County to cause lane closures, motorists advised to expect delays
Chattanooga, TN – According to the TDOT officials, motorists traveling on I-75 South in Loudon County should prepare for significant traffic disruptions due to upcoming road construction. Starting Sunday, October 20, at 7 p.m., I-75 South will be reduced to one lane at Mile Marker…
Chattanooga Firefighters responded to structure fire Jackson Street, no injuries reported
Chattanooga, TN – According to the officials, the fire crews responded to a house fire off North Orchard Knob Avenue as they began their 24-hour shift. Crews arrived at the 1700 block of Jackson Street to find a working structure fire. Firefighters initiated an aggressive fire…
Two new members join Tennessee Sustainable Spirits program to reduce environmental impact, TDEC officials say
Chattanooga, TN – According to the TDEC officials, Mountain Valley Winery in Pigeon Forge and Tennfold Brewing in Nashville have joined the Tennessee Sustainable Spirits program. This initiative recognizes businesses in the state’s spirits industry that are committed to reducing their environmental impact and operational…
Tennessee young sportsman deer hunt set for October 26-27, offering youth ages 6-16 the chance to participate with gun, muzzleloader, or archery equipment
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, the 1st of two Tennessee young sportsman deer hunts for the 2024-25 season is set to take place on the weekend of October 26-27. The event offers youth aged 6-16 the chance to participate using gun, muzzleloader,…
The City of Chattanooga expressed gratitude to all who attended the Fall Career Expo, where community members had the chance to explore potential careers and connect with city representatives
Chattanooga, TN – Police officials released a statement, saying that the event highlighted the many opportunities available within the City of Chattanooga, showcasing what makes it a rewarding place to work. A standout attraction at the expo was the Bearcat SWAT vehicle, along with the…
Tennessee’s unemployment rate rises to 3.2% in September, nearly 1% below national average, TDLWD reports
Chattanooga, TN – According to the statement, Tennessee’s unemployment rate saw a slight increase in September, rising to 3.2%, according to data released by the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development (TDLWD). This marks a one-tenth of a percentage point increase from the previous month’s…
The Chattanooga Police Department has launched a safety initiative aimed at reducing accidents in work zones along Interstate 75
Chattanooga, TN – According to the police officials, in response to alarming national statistics, which recorded 891 fatalities in work zone crashes across the U.S. in 2022, the department’s traffic unit is increasing patrols in construction areas. Officers have emphasized that the goal is not…
The Chattanooga community gathered for Chief Chambers’ Swearing-In Ceremony, showing strong support as the department embarks on a new chapter
Chattanooga, TN – According to the police officials, Chief Chambers expressed his gratitude, stating, “Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of working in, with, and for every sector in the city. One of the things I love about this city is its diversity—not just…
TDHS announced that qualifying families living or working in Carter, Cocke, Greene, Hamblen, Hawkins, Johnson, Unicoi, and Washington counties affected by Hurricane Helene can receive one-time emergency cash assistance
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, the program reportedly offers a one-time cash payment of $500 for households of up to two people, $750 for households of three to four people, and $1,000 for households of five or more. Households receiving Supplemental Nutrition…