Residents encouraged to participate in upcoming Prescription Drug Take Back Day this Saturday, with drop-off locations available across various sites
Chattanooga, TN – According to the police officials, the following event reportedly offers an opportunity for individuals to safely dispose of unused or expired prescription medications, helping to prevent misuse and accidental poisonings. Many may question the need to discard unused medications, especially if they believe…
Chattanooga firefighters packed the City Council meeting to show their support for removing the city’s residency requirement, which has impacted recruitment and hiring for both the CFD and CPD
Chattanooga, TN – According to the statement, CFD Chief Hyman and CPD Chief Chambers presented information to council members about the significance of this change. Under the current city charter, Chattanooga police officers and firefighters can legally live in distant cities like Knoxville, Nashville, or even…
The Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park will host a captivating living history event, the “Tennessee Timeline,” on Saturday, October 26
Chattanooga, TN – According to the officials, the event, which will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., will reportedly feature costumed interpreters bringing to life stories of Tennesseans throughout key historical events, such as the Civil War and Prohibition. This free, family-friendly event…
Two overnight incidents, including a fire on South Kelley Street and an extrication on Interstate 24, required response from CFD crews
Chattanooga, TN – According to the statement, Chattanooga Firefighters from Green Shift responded to two overnight incidents, including a fire on South Kelley Street and an extrication on Interstate 24. The first fire occurred late Sunday at a vacant house on E 47th Street, followed…
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…