Chattanooga Fire Department responds after vehicle crashes into East Chattanooga home
Chattanooga, TN – On Saturday night, January 4, 2025, a home in East Chattanooga sustained significant damage when a vehicle struck the residence. At 6:33 p.m., Chattanooga Fire Department’s Green Shift units were dispatched to the 2600 block of Waterhaven Drive after receiving reports of an…
Chattanooga Fire Department responds to structure fire on Druid Lane, no injuries reported
Chattanooga, TN – On January 2, 2025, at 7:24 AM, the Chattanooga Fire Department responded to a residential structure fire in the 300 block of Druid Lane, following multiple 911 reports from neighbors. The resident of the home credited her dog’s barking for waking her up…
Tennessee to require Motor Vehicle Records for new residents from eight states starting Jan. 10, 2025
Tennessee – Beginning January 10, 2025, new or returning Tennessee residents who currently hold a driver’s license from California, Connecticut, Illinois, Kentucky, Nevada, Oklahoma, Vermont, or West Virginia will be required to present a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) from their former state when applying for…
Chattanooga Police investigate homicide at Glenwood Parkway complex, arrest 22-year-old suspect
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department is investigating a homicide that occurred early January 2, 2025, at an abandoned multi-unit complex in the 2600 block of Glenwood Parkway. At approximately 2:35 a.m., CPD responded to a person-shot call in the area. The caller reported…
Chattanooga Fire Department responds to Brainerd house fire, no injuries reported
Chattanooga, TN – Residents of a Brainerd home are safe following a fire on Friday afternoon, January 3, 2025. At approximately 2:31 p.m., the Chattanooga Fire Department’s Red Shift companies responded to the 100 block of S Moore Road after 911 received reports of smoke…
Chattanooga Fire Department reflects on 2024 achievements, looks ahead to 2025
Chattanooga, TN – With upgraded technology, new vehicles, and modern facilities, the Chattanooga Fire Department (CFD) is ready for 2025. In 2024, CFD responded to over 23,000 calls, including 400+ structure fires, 7,800 EMS calls, and 1,861 motor vehicle crashes, saving over $404 million in…
Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security marks key milestones in the past year
Tennessee – The Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security had a successful 2024, achieving significant milestones in public safety. Over 150 new State Troopers were hired and trained, contributing to road safety and reducing fatal crashes. The department also played a vital role in…
CFD crews responded to structure fire on Usher Drive, no injuries reported
Chattanooga, TN – According to the officials, a Chattanooga family of four is safe after escaping their burning home in Alton Park late Tuesday night. At 10:37 PM on January 1, 2025, Chattanooga Fire Department’s Blue Shift companies responded to a residential structure fire in the…