39-year-old driver dead, two injured following three-vehicle crash on Ashland Terrace
Chattanooga, TN – Chattanooga Police responded to a motor vehicle crash in the 700 block of Ashland Terrace, where officers found a three-vehicle collision involving a 2015 Jeep Rubicon, a 2021 Nissan Armada, and a 2013 Honda Civic. The driver of the Nissan, a 39-year-old…
Chattanooga Fire Academy 2025 begins with EMT training and community support
Chattanooga, TN – The first month of Fire Academy 2025 involved rigorous EMT training, physical workouts, and an introduction to the Chattanooga Fire Department’s operations. The cadets received support from fellow firefighters, including members of the Chattanooga Fire Fighters Association, Local 820, and Brothers United,…
Chattanooga Police Department opens sign-ups for Community Police Academy, includes “Shoot/Don’t Shoot” Simulator experience
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department is inviting residents to apply for the 2025 Community Police Academy before the February 28 deadline. This unique opportunity offers a closer look at law enforcement practices, with participants gaining access to the “Shoot/Don’t Shoot” Simulator, which allows them…
CPD investigates shooting on Brainerd Road which left one man dead, other seriously injured
Chattanooga, TN – Chattanooga police responded to a shooting call on February 13, 2025, at 12:04 p.m. at a gas station located in the 4700 block of Brainerd Road. Upon arrival, officers found two men with gunshot wounds—one, a 28-year-old man with life-threatening injuries, and…
CPD officer recognized for quick actions leading to homicide suspect’s arrest
Chattanooga, TN – Chattanooga Police Officer Mills demonstrated quick thinking and collaboration that led to the swift arrest of a homicide suspect following a stabbing incident in Charlie Sector. The call was dispatched, and while Officer Mills was working in another sector, he overheard the…
Fire crews quickly extinguish fire at homeless encampment near Cherokee Boulevard, no injuries reported
Chattanooga, TN – Chattanooga Fire Department Green Shift companies responded quickly to a fire at a homeless encampment Sunday afternoon, February 16, 2025. At 3:28 PM, Hamilton County 911 received multiple calls from drivers on Highway 27 who reported seeing smoke and flames in the…
Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security welcomes newest graduates of State Trooper class
Chattanooga, TN – Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security Commissioner Jeff Long and Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) Colonel Matt Perry celebrated the newest graduating class of Tennessee State Troopers. The 18-week trooper cadet class, which exceeded Tennessee Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) Commission requirements,…
City of Chattanooga begins construction of new Business Resource Center to support local entrepreneurs with up to $1.8 million in funding
Chattanooga, TN – The City of Chattanooga has announced the start of construction on its new Business Resource Center, a key initiative supported by funding from the American Rescue Plan Act. With a total budget of $1.8 million, this center is set to become a…
Chattanooga Police Department reports non-fatal shootings at lowest level in over a decade
Chattanooga, TN – The latest annual data from the Chattanooga Police Department shows non-fatal shootings have reached their lowest point in more than a decade. While this milestone is encouraging, 83 community members were still harmed by gun violence in the past year. CPD, the City…
CPD arrests 32-year-old suspect on multiple charges related to solicitation of a minor and kidnapping
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department arrested 32-year-old Kenya White on 12 counts of solicitation of a minor by electronic means, solicitation of a minor, and kidnapping. On February 16, 2023, officers responded to East Lake Academy and, after speaking with the reporting party, determined…