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Chattanooga, Tennessee –October 30th – The Land Development Office (LDO) of
Public Works announced today that it will dedicate its entire inspection
team to a targeted, systematic inspection initiative, often referred to as
a "blitz," in District 1.

These comprehensive inspections are tentatively scheduled for November 3
and 4. During this two-day period, the entire inspection team will look at
as many addresses as possible within the district. The overarching
objective of this operation is to improve neighborhood safety and
livability across the community.

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. – The Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) has
arrested a suspect in connection with a non-fatal shooting that occurred on
October 8, 2025, in the 2300 block of Kirby Avenue.

The suspect, Demetrius Carter (03/31/2002) was located by CPD's Fugitive
Unit. CPD's Homicide Unit has charged Carter with Attempted First Degree
Murder and Unlawful Possession of a Firearm. He is in custody at the
Hamilton County Jail and Detention Center.

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. – The Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) arrested a
second suspect in the August 8, 2025 homicide that occurred in the 7700
block of Lee Highway.

Hallie Michelle Thomas (DOB: 09/02/1989) is charged with one count of
criminal homicide in the death of 43-year-old Alvin Davis Jr. She was
arrested and taken to the Hamilton County Jail.

This information is preliminary and is subject to change as the
investigation continues. Chattanooga Police ask anyone with
information regarding this incident to call 423-698-2525.

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. – The Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) responded to
a two-vehicle crash that resulted in two fatalities and one person arrested
on DUI charges.

Chattanooga Fire Department to put Ladder 21 into Service

What: CFD boosts fire protection in East Brainerd and Hamilton Place

When: Friday, October 31, 2025 at 9 AM

Where: CFD Fire Station 21 (7700 East Brainerd Road)

The Chattanooga Fire Department is expanding response capabilities in East
Brainerd. Ladder 21 is going into service at Fire Station 21 on East
Brainerd Road on Friday, making it a two-company station.This provides more
substantial coverage for neighborhoods and businesses in that part of the
city.

EMERGENCY CLOSURE

HICKORY VALLEY ROAD AT NORFOLK SOUTHERN GRADE CROSSING

Norfolk Southern Railroad notified the Chattanooga Public Works Transportation
Division of a track defect on the Hickory Valley Road grade crossing.

This will require the full closure of Hickory Valley to conduct emergency
repairs on the railroad.

The closure is estimated to begin tomorrow morning, Wednesday, October
29th, at an unspecified time in the morning. The work will last until
Thursday, October 30th, in the late afternoon or evening.

EVENT CLOSURES

Head Of The Hooch <https://www.headofthehooch.org/>

From Wednesday, October 29th, at 10 AM until Sunday, November 2nd at 10 PM, the following closures and restrictions will be in place:

CHATTANOOGA, TN – Midtown Connect invites the Chattanooga community to its
annual Trunk or Treat Fall Festival this Saturday, October 25, from 5:00 PM
to 8:00 PM at the Kitchen Incubator of Chattanooga, 5704 Marlin Road.

Presented by the Chattanooga Airport, this free family event draws
thousands of children and families each year for an evening of community
fun, creativity, and connection.

This year’s festival features:

Over 30 local churches and community groups are hosting decorated trunks
and handing out candy.

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — The Dr. Carol B. Berz Family
Justice Center invites the public to join in a special Candlelight Service
of Hope on Thursday, October 30, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. on the lawn of the
Hamilton County Courthouse, located at 625 Georgia Avenue, Chattanooga, TN.

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Starting Monday, November 3rd, 2025, The City of Chattanooga Department of Public Works is actively implementing a recovery plan to address the delays in brush collection  caused by peak seasonal demand, recent software transitions, and staffing shortages. Since January, brush crew have collected more than 10,500 tons of brush citywide. We
remain committed to timely collections and ensuring all residential service requests are completed.