Chattanooga Fire Department sent firefighters and trucks to assist with wildfire efforts in Tellico Plains
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Fire Department sent firefighters and trucks to Tellico Plains to assist with wildfire suppression efforts. They joined multiple agencies from the Tri-State Mutual Aid Association, which provided personnel and resources to combat the fires. The deployment was part of a…
Chattanooga Police Department early hire cadets focus on physical fitness in preparation for police academy
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department’s Early Hire cadets are diving into a range of activities designed to help them become familiar with department tasks. Central to their training, however, is physical fitness. Last week, the cadets took part in a demanding workout at…
Tennessee Attorney General’s Office releases top consumer complaint categories for 2024 in honor of National Consumer Protection Week
Chattanooga, TN – In recognition of National Consumer Protection Week, the Tennessee Attorney General’s Office Division of Consumer Affairs (DCA) revealed the top ten consumer complaint categories for 2024. The division processed 8,536 formal complaints last year, handling disputes related to consumer financial transactions, including…
Chattanooga Police Department hosts Peer Support training at Chattanooga State Community College
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department recently hosted an engaging Peer Support training session at Chattanooga State Community College. Since 2012, the CPD has proudly maintained a Peer Support unit, focused on offering a safe environment for officers and staff to decompress and connect…
City of Chattanooga launches multi-phase initiative to improve downtown parking experience
Chattanooga, TN – The City of Chattanooga, in collaboration with the Chattanooga Parking Authority, CARTA, and private lot owners, is launching a multi-phase initiative aimed at enhancing the downtown parking experience. The initiative will introduce several improvements to make parking more convenient, accessible, and cost-effective for…
Chattanooga police report decreases in crime, highlight achievements in 2024 annual report
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department has released its 2024 Annual Report, showcasing key achievements, crime reduction statistics, and advancements in law enforcement strategies. The report provides an overview of the department’s efforts to enhance public safety and strengthen community relationships over the past year….
CFD crews responded to structure fire on Elena Drive early Monday morning, no injuries reported
Chattanooga, TN – Chattanooga Fire Department crews responded to a house fire early Monday morning in the 2100 block of Elena Drive, a neighborhood situated between Amnicola Highway and Riverside Drive. A neighbor called 911 at 6:36 a.m. after spotting flames coming from the residence….
Chattanooga Police Department enhances capabilities with new advanced drones
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department has expanded its drone fleet with two BRINC Lemur 2 drones, designed and manufactured in the United States. These advanced drones feature state-of-the-art technology aimed at improving public safety and reducing risks for officers during critical operations. Equipped with…
Chattanooga and Catoosa County firefighters battled house and brush fire at Tennessee-Georgia line
Chattanooga, TN – Firefighters from the Chattanooga Fire Department and Catoosa County Fire Department worked for hours Friday to contain a house fire that spread into nearby woods at the Tennessee-Georgia state line. At 2:30 p.m. on February 28, Chattanooga Fire Department’s Red Shift crews responded…
Chattanooga firefighters responded to kitchen fire on Chamberlain Avenue
Chattanooga, TN – Chattanooga Fire Department crews on Red Shift responded to a kitchen fire Friday night. At 6:30 p.m. on February 28, Hamilton County 911 received multiple reports of flames coming from a home in the 2100 block of Chamberlain Avenue. Firefighters quickly contained…