Chattanooga Fire Department shares Thanksgiving fire safety tips
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Fire Department shared essential fire safety tips to help residents enjoy a safe Thanksgiving. With cooking-related incidents being the leading cause of Thanksgiving fires, the department emphasized the importance of taking precautions while preparing holiday meals. Here are the tips…
Chattanooga Fire Department launches Senior Snuggles Blanket Drive to support senior citizens
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Fire Department, in collaboration with the Mayor’s Council on Livability & Aging, has introduced the inaugural Senior Snuggles Blanket Drive to assist senior citizens during the cold winter months. The community is encouraged to participate by donating new, unwrapped blankets. Donations…
Law enforcement leaders address misinformation on Tren de Aragua in Chattanooga
Chattanooga, TN – Chattanooga Police Chief John Chambers, Hamilton County Sheriff Austin Garrett, and Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) Director David Rausch recently appeared on local radio to address concerns and misinformation surrounding the Venezuelan-based gang Tren de Aragua (TdA) and its potential impact on Chattanooga….
Chattanooga Police Department launches initiative to enhance transparency and accountability with community
Chattanooga, TN – According tot he police officials, the CPD Policy Dashboard provides direct online access to the department’s policies, reinforcing its commitment to openness and public trust. The dashboard features policies that guide the department’s operations, which are developed based on best practices in…
Tennessee Department of Transportation pauses construction-related lane closures during Thanksgiving holiday
Chattanooga, TN – Thanksgiving travelers in Tennessee can breathe a sigh of relief as the Tennessee Department of Transportation announced that all construction-related lane closures on interstates and state highways will be paused during the holiday. The suspension of lane closures will begin at noon on…
CPD encourages residents to learn more about the OASIS program for senior welfare and support
Chattanooga, TN – Per reports, the Chattanooga Police Department is offering a program designed to enhance the safety and well-being of seniors in the community. The Older Adult Specialized Intervention System connects officers with residents aged 65 and older, providing free welfare checks and support…
Tennessee Department of Education announced school and district designations for the 2023-24 school year, highlighting Reward Schools, Exemplary Districts, and In Need of Improvement districts
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, these classifications are based on various performance indicators, including student achievement and growth. Statewide, 377 schools from 97 districts earned the Reward School designation, 10 districts were named Exemplary Districts, and 10 districts received the In Need…
Chattanooga police department seeks public help in locating missing 59-year-old man
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department’s Missing Persons Unit is asking for assistance in locating 59-year-old Anthony Hixson, who has been reported missing. Hixson was last seen on November 22, 2024, leaving his home in Chattanooga. Authorities are concerned for his safety, as he…
37-year-old man arrested, charged with attempted first degree murder in connection with Winding Lane shooting
Chattanooga, TN – Chattanooga Police arrested 37-year-old Robert Komar in connection with a shooting that occurred on the morning of November 22, 2024, in the 5900 block of Winding Lane. Officers responded to a call at 7:33 a.m. reporting a person had been shot. Upon arrival,…
Chattanooga City Council cancels meetings for November 26, 2024
Chattanooga, TN – According to the officials, the City Council of Chattanooga, Tennessee, has announced the cancellation of all its scheduled meetings for Tuesday, November 26, 2024. In a statement issued by the City, officials confirmed that the next City Council meeting will take place…