Category: Local News

Chattanooga, TN – According to the statement, Members of the Chattanooga Fire Department and Chattanooga Police Department recently participated in a specialized honor guard training course in Florida. The training, hosted by the Police Honor Guard of Broward County, provided officers and firefighters with the…

Chattanooga, TN – Chattanooga Police Department officers recently participated in Read Across America Week, engaging with local students to promote the joys of reading. Officers visited Providence Baptist and Hixson Elementary School, where they shared stories and interacted with children, emphasizing the importance of literacy….

Chattanooga, TN – The City of Chattanooga Department of Public Works has announced scheduled resurfacing and construction projects set to take place from Monday, March 10, through Friday, March 14, weather permitting. Road resurfacing schedule: Resurfacing efforts will take place at multiple locations, requiring single-lane…

Chattanooga, TN – The City of Chattanooga’s Office of Family Empowerment (OFE) has been awarded the Bronze Tier of Excellence in the National Community Action Partnership’s Pathways to Excellence Program. This recognition makes OFE the only Community Action Agency in Tennessee to achieve this level,…

Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department arrested 35-year-old Shamieka Hart after a shooting incident in the 3900 block of Manor Road. Hart faces charges of Aggravated Assault, Felony Reckless Endangerment, and Unlawful Possession of a Firearm. On February 28, 2025, at approximately 8:44 p.m.,…

Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department recognized its officers, professional staff, and community partners at the Annual Awards Ceremony held on March 6, 2025. The event celebrated individuals whose extraordinary skill, professionalism, leadership, and actions saved lives and improved community safety throughout 2024. Chief…

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, 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…

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, 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…