Chattanooga Police Department’s K9 team earns first place at regional explosive detection trials
Chattanooga, TN – Chattanooga Police Department Officer Isler and K9 Baba earned first place at the 2025 Region 22 Explosive Detection Trials held in Huntsville, Alabama. The competition tested multiple K9 teams in several categories, including odor recognition, package and parcel detection, room detection, and…
Chattanooga Fire Department welcomes three new firefighters to Lateral Fire Academy
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Fire Department welcomed three new firefighters to its Lateral Fire Academy this week. Donovan DiCola, Gunner Gregory, and Andrew Hughes joined the department, bringing valuable experience and a strong commitment to serve the community. According to the department, the command…
Chattanooga Police Department investigates robbery and shooting on Scruggs Street
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department is investigating a robbery that led to a shooting in the 100 block of Scruggs Street late Monday night. On November 3, 2025, at approximately 11 p.m., officers responded to reports of a person shot. Crime scene investigators…
CFD promotes three firefighters to lieutenant in recognition of leadership and service
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Fire Department congratulated Corey Hooper, David Carter, and Scott Paone on their promotions to lieutenant. The department praised the three men for their skills as firefighters and leadership within the CFD. Officials said it is an honor to have them…
Chattanooga firefighters practice drafting operations at local river
Chattanooga, TN – Engine 16 from the Chattanooga Fire Department conducted drafting operations Friday afternoon at a river, preparing for situations where fire hydrants are unavailable. Drafting allows firefighters to use static water sources, such as lakes or ponds, to supply units with water during…
Chattanooga and Cleveland firefighters complete intensive 80-hour Hazmat Technician training
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Fire Department thanked instructors and participants for their efforts in completing an 80-hour Hazmat Technician course. Firefighters from Chattanooga and Cleveland took part in the two-week training, learning about the chemical and physical properties of hazardous materials and how to…
Chattanooga Public Works implements area-based brush and bulk trash collection to address delays
Chattanooga, TN – Starting Monday, November 3, 2025, the City of Chattanooga Department of Public Works will begin an area-based recovery plan to address delays in brush collection caused by peak seasonal demand, recent software transitions, and staffing shortages. Since January, crews have collected over…
Chattanooga officers help team Blue win Guns and Hoses while supporting local children
Chattanooga, TN – Four officers from the Chattanooga Police Department participated in the 16th annual Guns and Hoses event, benefiting the Forgotten Child Fund and YMCA YCAP Chattanooga. While all four officers won their bouts and helped team Blue secure the trophy once again, the…
Chattanooga police participate in Avondale Community Center trunk-or-treat
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department joined the Avondale Community Center’s trunk-or-treat event, spending time with children dressed as Spiderman, dinosaurs, princesses, and more. Officers engaged with families and community members while participating in the Halloween festivities, which included candy and other activities for…
Chattanooga launches pilot programs for curbside composting and glass recycling
Chattanooga, TN – The City of Chattanooga will introduce two new pilot programs aimed at reducing landfill waste and promoting responsible recycling, running now through June 30, 2026. In partnership with NewTerra Composting and Overlooked Materials, select residents will have access to curbside food waste…