Chattanooga’s Westside transformation moves forward with launch of Phase I construction
Chattanooga, TN – The vision for a revitalized Westside community is becoming reality as construction begins on Phase I of One Westside, a transformative initiative aimed at improving housing and quality of life in one of Chattanooga’s historic neighborhoods. Backed by a $50 million Choice…
Chattanooga police urge use of safe exchange zone after rise in marketplace robberies
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department is reminding residents to take precautions when meeting strangers to buy or sell items listed on online marketplaces. The warning comes amid a noticeable increase in robberies where victims are meeting sellers in person and then being robbed…
CFD crews responded to vehicle fire on I-75 northbound near Ooltewah exit, no injuries reported
Chattanooga, TN – A camper being towed by a wrecker caught fire Friday evening on I-75 Northbound just before the Ooltewah exit, prompting a response from multiple fire departments during rush hour traffic. Chattanooga Fire Department’s Squad 7 Blue Shift, along with units from the…
Chattanooga Fire officials complete two-day leadership training focused on accountability and success strategies
Chattanooga, TN – Members of the Chattanooga Fire Department participated in an intensive two-day leadership training session this week, hosted by Paratus Consulting. The program brought together a cross-section of the department’s personnel, including command staff, battalion chiefs, and representatives from the Fire Marshal’s Office,…
Chattanooga firefighters perform high-angle rescue to save injured worker from rooftop
Chattanooga, TN – Chattanooga firefighters successfully executed a high-angle rescue Thursday morning after a worker was injured while servicing an HVAC system on the roof of a senior living facility. At 8:58 AM on May 22, 2025, Red Shift companies were dispatched to Signal Mountain…
Chattanooga to host youth violence prevention seminar with focus on conflict resolution and community healing
Chattanooga, TN – The City of Chattanooga is organizing a community-driven seminar focused on youth conflict resolution, scheduled for Saturday, May 24, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM at the Carver Community Center, located at 600 N. Orchard Knob Avenue. This free event is…
Chattanooga police escort Run for the Wall riders through the city
Chattanooga, TN – Chattanooga Police Department motorcycle officers provided an escort for the annual Run for the Wall (RFTW) motorcade as it passed through the city on its journey to Washington, D.C. The RFTW is a ten-day cross-country motorcycle ride dedicated to honoring veterans, their…
Chattanooga’s Walnut Street Bridge renovation project enters critical preservation phase with sandblasting and painting underway
Chattanooga, TN – The Walnut Street Bridge Renovation Project is making steady progress as crews begin a pivotal stage in the bridge’s long-term preservation and restoration. Work this week will concentrate on the northern span of the historic structure, marking a significant step toward revitalizing…
Chattanooga Police Department K9s Anik and Rex retire after years of distinguished service
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department has officially honored the retirement of two of its long-serving K9 officers, K9 Anik and K9 Rex, recognizing their outstanding contributions to law enforcement and the safety of the Chattanooga community. K9 Anik, a 12-year-old who has served…
Chattanooga police unveil custom-built van to support crime scene investigations
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department recently introduced a new, state-of-the-art van designed specifically for their Crime Scene Unit. The vehicle, custom-built by Chattanooga-based Moxie Van Co., is tailored to meet the unique demands of crime scene investigations. Work on the project began in…