Chattanooga police report decreases in crime, highlight achievements in 2024 annual report
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department has released its 2024 Annual Report, showcasing key achievements, crime reduction statistics, and advancements in law enforcement strategies. The report provides an overview of the department’s efforts to enhance public safety and strengthen community relationships over the past year….
CFD crews responded to structure fire on Elena Drive early Monday morning, no injuries reported
Chattanooga, TN – Chattanooga Fire Department crews responded to a house fire early Monday morning in the 2100 block of Elena Drive, a neighborhood situated between Amnicola Highway and Riverside Drive. A neighbor called 911 at 6:36 a.m. after spotting flames coming from the residence….
Tennessee Highway Patrol Trooper receives $50,000 check from an organization dedicated to supporting first responders and their families after being shot during traffic stop
Tennessee – According to the THP officials, on July 19, 2024, Trooper Adam Cothron of the Tennessee Highway Patrol was critically injured while making a traffic stop along I-40 in Putnam County. During the stop, Trooper Cothron was shot, leading to life-threatening injuries. Last week,…
Chattanooga Police Department enhances capabilities with new advanced drones
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department has expanded its drone fleet with two BRINC Lemur 2 drones, designed and manufactured in the United States. These advanced drones feature state-of-the-art technology aimed at improving public safety and reducing risks for officers during critical operations. Equipped with…
Chattanooga and Catoosa County firefighters battled house and brush fire at Tennessee-Georgia line
Chattanooga, TN – Firefighters from the Chattanooga Fire Department and Catoosa County Fire Department worked for hours Friday to contain a house fire that spread into nearby woods at the Tennessee-Georgia state line. At 2:30 p.m. on February 28, Chattanooga Fire Department’s Red Shift crews responded…
Gov. Bill Lee announces judicial appointments to Tennessee appellate courts
Tennessee – Gov. Bill Lee announced the appointments of Steven W. Sword and Valerie L. Smith to Tennessee appellate courts. “I am proud to announce the appointment of these highly qualified individuals and value the significant experience they will bring to their respective roles,” said…
Chattanooga firefighters responded to kitchen fire on Chamberlain Avenue
Chattanooga, TN – Chattanooga Fire Department crews on Red Shift responded to a kitchen fire Friday night. At 6:30 p.m. on February 28, Hamilton County 911 received multiple reports of flames coming from a home in the 2100 block of Chamberlain Avenue. Firefighters quickly contained…
Man confessed to forcing himself on 13-year-old child before telling the victim that he would kill her if she told anyone, then made her take contrceptive medication, which he bought; sentenced
Florida – A Florida man was ordered to serve eighteen years in prison after pleading guilty to multiple charges, including se-ual battery regarding a person 12 to 19 years of age. The defendant, later identified as 34-year-old Robbert, reached a plea deal with prosecutors and…