CPD Explorers place in multiple events at 2025 Winterfest competition
Chattanooga, TN – According to the statement, the CPD Explorers earned top honors at the 2025 Winterfest competition in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, competing against 42 Law Enforcement Posts from 15 states. The team secured 2nd place in the Unknown Trouble event and 3rd place in the…
Tennessee Department of Human Services announces first round of grant recipients for new Fatherhood Grant Program
Tennessee – The Tennessee Department of Human Services has announced the first round of grant recipients for its inaugural Fatherhood Grant Program, an initiative investing approximately $5 million to support organizations serving fathers across East, West, and Middle Tennessee. After receiving more than 120 applications, TDHS…
Firefighter promoted to senior rank with Chattanooga Fire Department, recognized for dedication
Chattanooga, TN – Davis Derkach of Engine 12 Red Shift has been promoted to senior firefighter with the Chattanooga Fire Department. He accepted his new rank on Wednesday, joined by his crew and members of the command staff. Fire Chief Phil Hyman praised Derkach’s dedication…
Gov. Bill Lee signs Education Freedom Act, creating Tennessee’s first universal school choice program
Tennessee – Gov. Bill Lee has signed the Education Freedom Act into law, establishing Tennessee’s first universal school choice program. The landmark legislation expands education options for families across the state. Lee was joined by members of the Tennessee General Assembly, educators, and families to…
Chattanooga Police Department Investigator receives Commander’s Award for Excellence for exceptional child abuse and rape case work
Chattanooga, TN – CPD Special Victims Unit Investigator Kayla Balinger was awarded the Commander’s Award for Excellence for her exceptional work on two high-profile cases involving child abuse and child rape. Her tireless dedication and attention to detail during these lengthy investigations have contributed to making…
Chattanooga Fire Department thanks local organizations for supporting cadet lunch
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Fire Department extends its gratitude to Dishin’ With Dawn for providing a delicious lunch for their cadets. A special thanks also goes to Brothers United, Chattanooga Chapter of the IABPFF, for making the event happen. Dawn and her team, along with…
Chattanooga Fire Department urges public to vote for amendment removing residency requirement as early voting begins
Chattanooga, TN – Early voting has begun in Chattanooga, and the Chattanooga Fire Department (CFD) is urging residents to support an amendment that would remove the city’s residency requirement for public employees. Signs advocating for the amendment have been placed outside all Chattanooga fire stations,…
Two-vehicle crash on South Hickory Street leaves 49-year-old man dead, CPD investigating
Chattanooga, TN – A 49-year-old man died after a head-on collision in the 2900 block of South Hickory Street on February 10. Chattanooga police responded at 6:55 p.m. and found a crash involving a 2005 Jeep Liberty and a 2001 Honda Accord. The Accord’s driver…