Firefighters prevent major damage in early morning blaze on Bonny Oaks Drive
Chattanooga, TN – Chattanooga firefighters responded swiftly to an early morning fire on Sunday that destroyed a garage but spared the attached residence from significant damage. At approximately 3:38 a.m. on April 6, emergency crews were dispatched to the 6300 block of Bonny Oaks Drive following…
The Chattanooga Police Department’s Homeless Engagement Team partners with local veterinarian to provide free care for pets of unhoused residents
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department’s Homeless Engagement Team has partnered with Dr. Shannon Dawkins of Compassion Copper Canyon to offer free veterinary services to pets belonging to the city’s unhoused population. The initiative aims to improve animal welfare and address public health by reducing…
Crane operator electrocuted and second worker injured after equipment touches power line on Chattanooga construction site
Chattanooga, TN – Two workers were injured on a Chattanooga construction site Wednesday afternoon after a crane came into contact with a high-voltage power line, leaving one man seriously injured and another with minor injuries. At approximately 2:50 p.m. on April 2, Chattanooga Fire Department’s…
Chattanooga police renew agreement with Children’s Advocacy Center to support victims of child abuse
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department has renewed its longstanding partnership with the Children’s Advocacy Center through an inter-agency agreement signed this morning, reaffirming a joint commitment to protect child victims of crime and abuse. The agreement, which is renewed every two years, was…
CFD crews respond to structure fire on Crescent Club Drive after kitchen fire severely damages home, no injuries reported
Chattanooga, TN – On the evening of April 1, 2025, a kitchen fire severely damaged a home in Hixson, Tennessee. The Chattanooga Fire Department responded to the incident at 9:05 PM in the 2100 block of Crescent Club Drive. Due to concerns about potential entrapment,…
Chattanooga residents invited to purchase subsidized rain barrels at annual Rain Barrel Distribution Day
Chattanooga, TN – The City of Chattanooga Stormwater Management Division is excited to announce the return of its annual Rain Barrel Distribution Day on Saturday, June 7, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at 1001 E 12th Street, Chattanooga, TN 37403. This event provides…
Chattanooga firefighter educates Hardy Elementary students on fire safety and leadership
Chattanooga, TN – Senior Firefighter Allen Green, the Chattanooga Fire Department’s Fire & Life Safety Educator, led an educational session at Station 4 on Sunday for students in the Hardy Elementary Leaders and Scholars Program. The session focused on fire safety and prevention while also…
Chattanooga homicide investigator honored for victim support in investigations
Chattanooga, TN – Homicide Investigator Marina Wilkerson of the Chattanooga Police Department has been recognized with the Victim Support in Investigations award at the CPD Annual Awards Ceremony. The award is given each year to an investigator who demonstrates a strong commitment to supporting crime…
CPD officer connects with students during career day at Big Ridge Elementary
Chattanooga, TN – Chattanooga Police Officer Casavant had the opportunity to engage with young students during a career day event at Big Ridge Elementary on the morning of March 28, 2025. Officer Casavant shared insights into the responsibilities of a police officer, offering a hands-on…
Chattanooga Fire Department partners with Blood Assurance for life-saving blood drive
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Fire Department has partnered with Blood Assurance to host a crucial blood drive on Monday, March 31, 2025. The event aims to address a growing concern in the community, as several critical blood types are running low, putting local hospitals…