CFD crews responded to structure fire near Missionary Ridge, no injuries reported
Chattanooga, TN – On Friday afternoon, January 24, 2025, a two-alarm fire heavily damaged a duplex near Missionary Ridge. Firefighters from the Chattanooga Fire Department responded at 4:36 PM to the 3200 block of Rosemont Drive after reports came in that flames were coming from the…
Chattanooga Fire Department welcomes Fire Academy 2025 cadets, preparing future members of the department
Chattanooga, TN – Chattanooga Fire Department welcomed the members of Fire Academy 2025, a group of 35 cadets who will undergo six months of intensive training to become the newest members of the department. These recruits are dedicated to serving the city and its citizens,…
Chattanooga Police Department celebrates graduation of 19 new officers
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department proudly graduated 19 officers from its 2024-2 Police Academy after 22 weeks of intensive training. The graduates completed a rigorous program that included classroom instruction, defensive tactics, and in-depth lessons on criminal and Constitutional law. Their next step will…
Chattanooga Fire Department mourns loss of longtime fitness instructor who trained first responders
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Fire Department shared the sad news of the passing of longtime fitness instructor Ralph Aaron. For many years, Ralph served as a personal trainer for the CFD and CPD, helping first responders prepare for the physical demands of their roles. Firefighters…
Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office locates missing juveniles with assistance from TBI and Metro Nashville Police Department
Chattanooga, TN – Early on January 19, two female juveniles were reported missing from a residence in the Soddy Daisy area. The investigation revealed that the girls had been in contact with an adult male from Nashville via social media. It appeared they left the…
CPD boasts two of the world’s only 900 AFIS-certified fingerprint examiners, officials say
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department is proud to house two of the world’s only 900 AFIS-certified fingerprint examiners. These experts utilize advanced mechanical and digital processes to analyze fingerprint evidence quickly and accurately, ensuring the precision needed for court use in apprehending criminals. While…
Chattanooga Police Department offers school tours to foster positive relationships with students
Chattanooga, TN – Chattanooga Police Department offers school tours for students to explore law enforcement operations. The tours give students the chance to interact with officers, learn about the department’s roles, and ask questions. Schools interested in scheduling a tour can contact CPD at [email protected]…
Hamilton County Office of Emergency Management prepares for dangerous cold weather with safety tips
Chattanooga, TN – Dangerously cold temperatures are forecasted to arrive Sunday night in the Hamilton County area, with freezing conditions expected to persist throughout the week. These frigid temperatures pose significant risks to residents, homes, pets, and vehicles. The Hamilton County Office of Emergency Management has…
Nightly lane closures on I-24 in Hamilton County for lighting repairs through Friday
Chattanooga, TN – Drivers traveling on I-24 in Hamilton County should be aware of upcoming roadway activities that will impact traffic. From 9:00 pm to 6:00 am ET each night through Friday morning, utility contract crews will close the inside lane of I-24 from mile…
CPD’s iconic black widow spider logo carries nearly a century of history, police officials say
Chattanooga, TN – According to the police officials, in 1912, the Chattanooga Police Department introduced the Harley Davidson motorcycle to modernize and increase mobility. By 1922, seven officers transitioned from horse patrol to motorcycle patrol, marking the beginning of the department’s Motor Unit. Many called…