Chattanooga Police Department honors retiring assistant chief after over 30 years of service
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department honored Assistant Chief Jason Lewis as he retired after more than 30 years of dedicated service. His career began in 1994, and he quickly advanced from patrol to the Street Crimes Unit within six years. He then spent…
Chattanooga will celebrate 36th Arbor Day with tree planting event at Washington Hills Community Center
Chattanooga, TN – Chattanooga Tree Commission and the City of Chattanooga’s Urban Forestry Program, under the Department of Public Works, are observing Chattanooga’s 36th Arbor Day Celebration on March 1, 2025, at the Washington Hills Community Center, located at 4628 Oakwood Dr. This year also…
Chattanooga Fire Department responded on Hixson Pike after vehicle crashed into building
Chattanooga, TN – At 2:11 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 23, Ladder 19 Green Shift from the Chattanooga Fire Department responded to a motor vehicle accident involving a vehicle that had crashed into a building in the 5000 block of Hixson Pike. Upon arrival, Ladder 19 assessed…
Chattanooga police officer recognized as First Responder of the Year for lifesaving actions at traffic fatality
Chattanooga, TN – At the Hamilton County EMS Award Ceremony, Chattanooga Police Department Officer Robert Bidelman was recognized as the first responder of the year for his lifesaving actions at the scene of a traffic fatality. Officer Bidelman’s quick response and decisive actions were crucial…
Chattanooga announces resurfacing and construction schedule for multiple locations from Feb. 24-28, with lane closures and detours expected
Chattanooga, TN – The City of Chattanooga Department of Public Works, in conjunction with contract crews, has scheduled resurfacing at the following locations from Monday, Feb. 24 through Friday, Feb. 28, weather permitting: Wilder Road from Grubb Rd to Wilder Valley Ln Wilder Valley Ln…
Chattanooga Fire Department visits St. Peter’s Episcopal School for fire safety education
Chattanooga, TN – Engine 16 Blue Shift, accompanied by Sparky the Fire Dog and public educators from the Chattanooga Fire Department, visited St. Peter’s Episcopal School to provide fire safety education. During the visit, students learned important safety tips and engaged in interactive activities designed to…
Chattanooga Police Department hosts forensics photography class
Chattanooga, TN – According to the statement, last week, the Chattanooga Police Department hosted a forensics photography class led by instructors from the Law Enforcement Innovation Center through the University of Tennessee. Participants learned about camera exposure, dynamic range, focal length, and techniques for accurately capturing…
Tennessee Bureau of Workers’ Compensation offers free training for Case Managers on May 8, 2025
Chattanooga, TN – The Tennessee Bureau of Workers’ Compensation will host a free training session for Case Managers on Thursday, May 8, 2025. The session is designed to educate case managers on how they can assist injured workers in utilizing the resources, funds, and expertise…
Chattanooga Police Department celebrates retirement of lieutenant after 30 years of service
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department is celebrating the retirement of a distinguished lieutenant after 30 years of dedicated service to the community. Over the years, this officer served in numerous roles, including Patrol, Investigations, and as Court Liaison. Additionally, they held positions as…
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…