Community honors fallen heroes at 11th annual Chattanooga 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb
Chattanooga, TN – Hundreds of people gathered for the 11th annual Chattanooga 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb, an event honoring the heroes who lost their lives during the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001. Participants carried photos of fallen firefighters as they climbed 110 flights of…
Chattanooga Police Department recognizes women in law enforcement on National Police Woman’s Day
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department honored the contributions and achievements of women in law enforcement on National Police Woman’s Day. The department currently has 49 female officers serving the community. CPD expressed gratitude for their dedication, courage, and hard work in maintaining public…
Chattanooga firefighters secure major 32-37% pay increases for city employees
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Fire Department and the Chattanooga Fire Fighters Association, Local 820, were recognized for securing significant pay increases for firefighters in the city. The International Association of Fire Fighters announced that Local 820 members won across-the-board raises of 32 to 37…
Chattanooga police host regional training on domestic violence investigations
Chattanooga, TN – This week, the Chattanooga Police Department hosted officers from across the region for a training session with the University of Tennessee’s Law Enforcement Innovation Center. The class focused on improving the investigation of domestic violence incidents and providing better support for victims….
Chattanooga Police Department hosts Hamilton County Grand Jury for training with specialized units
Chattanooga, TN — The Chattanooga Police Department welcomed the newly impaneled Hamilton County Grand Jury for a day of training designed to provide insight into law enforcement operations. As part of the session, jurors met with members of CPD’s Crisis Co-Responder Unit, Narcotics, Real Time…
CFD crews and local rescue partners complete advanced rope rescue training with CMC Rescue School
Chattanooga, TN – Rope rescue experts from the Chattanooga Fire Department and the Chattanooga-Hamilton County Rescue Service participated in advanced training sessions led by CMC Rescue School. The program focused on system failure recovery and advanced rope rescue techniques, preparing responders for high-risk situations in…
Chattanooga Fire Department conducts advanced extrication training to prepare crews for complex motor vehicle accidents
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Fire Department recently held advanced squad training exercises designed to strengthen firefighter response to motor vehicle accidents requiring extrication. Over the past week, squad companies gathered at the department’s training center for a drill that intentionally limited their workspace. The…
CFD congratulates senior firefighter on graduating from Chattanooga Police Academy
Chattanooga, TN – Senior Firefighter Seth Hutcheson graduated from the Chattanooga Police Academy, marking an important step in his career with the Chattanooga Fire Department. Members of the department attended the ceremony at UTC’s Fine Arts Center to support Hutcheson, who is now the newest…
CPD sergeant recognized as the only active law enforcement expert on Crime Gun Intelligence by Bureau of Justice Assistance
Chattanooga, TN – Chattanooga Police Department Sergeant Josh May was recognized as the only active law enforcement expert on Crime Gun Intelligence by the Bureau of Justice Assistance. His expertise has been a valuable resource not only for Chattanooga but also for agencies across the…
Public Works Department announces updated repair plan for Heritage Landing Drive sinkhole
Chattanooga, TN – The Public Works Department released an update on the Heritage Landing Drive sinkhole repair, outlining a new repair approach and an expedited project timeline. A recent camera inspection of the underground drainage line revealed that the damage was more extensive than initially…