Chattanooga reports significant reductions in gun violence, citing data that reflects improvements in public safety across the city
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department reported substantial declines in gun-related violence in 2025, citing data that reflects improvements in public safety across the city. According to police statistics, criminal homicides decreased by 48 percent last year, while non-fatal shootings dropped by 26 percent….
Garage fire contained in Chattanooga neighborhood, residents escape safely
Chattanooga, TN – Chattanooga firefighters quickly brought a garage fire under control Saturday evening at a home in the 6400 block of Rosemary Drive, limiting damage and preventing injuries. According to the Chattanooga Fire Department, crews responded around 6 p.m. on January 10 after a…
Chattanooga Police Department honors sergeant’s retirement after 29 years of service
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department marked the retirement of Sergeant Craw on January 10, recognizing his nearly three decades of service to the department and the community. During his 29-year career, Sgt. Craw served in multiple roles and became a well-respected member of…
Crime Stoppers offers reward for information in Bonnie Oaks car theft
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department is seeking public assistance in a car theft that occurred in the Bonnie Oaks area. Crime Stoppers is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information that leads to the arrest of the suspect. Anyone with information…
Large tree falls on Chattanooga home, resident safely assisted
Chattanooga, TN – Last week, a large tree fell on a home in Chattanooga, causing significant damage but no injuries. At approximately 2 p.m., Engine 4 Red Shift was dispatched to the 2000 block of Daisy Street off Dodson Avenue for a reported structural collapse…
Chattanooga Fire Department to host smoke alarm drive in Cherokee Woods on Jan. 19
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Fire Department will hold a smoke alarm drive on Monday, January 19, 2026, at 10 a.m. at Fire Station 6, located at 4510 Bonny Oaks Drive. Firefighters will go door-to-door in the Cherokee Woods neighborhood to check and install smoke…
Chattanooga fire department thanks blue shift firefighters with holiday visit
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Fire Department recognized its Blue Shift firefighters for their continued service by visiting fire stations to show appreciation for those working on the holiday. According to the department, members of the command staff delivered cookies to stations as a gesture…
Chattanooga firefighters rescue trapped driver after unusual crash
Chattanooga, TN – Chattanooga Fire Department crews responded to a motor vehicle crash with entrapment on the afternoon of December 23, 2025, involving an unusual and hazardous scene. According to the department, firefighters arrived to find a two-vehicle crash in which one car was suspended…
Chattanooga police participate in annual Forgotten Child Fund Santa Train event
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department took part in the Forgotten Child Fund’s annual Santa Train event, an initiative aimed at delivering gifts to children across the region. According to the department, officers joined community volunteers to help distribute presents as part of the…
Chattanooga announces Christmas week garbage and recycling schedule
Chattanooga, TN – The City of Chattanooga provided an update on garbage and recycling collection schedules for the Christmas holiday week. Officials said garbage and recycling scheduled for Wednesday, December 24, 2025, will be collected as normal. Collection scheduled for Thursday, December 25, 2025, will instead…