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An overnight house fire at a vacant Chattanooga home is under
investigation. At 3:39 AM on 7/27/25, Green Shift companies were dispatched
to the 4100 block of Forest Acres Lane after 911 received reports of a
burning residence. Crews found heavy fire on arrival and firefighters
worked skillfully to combat the flames. The fire was out by 4:11 AM. There
were no injuries. Engine 6, Engine 4, Engine 10, Ladder 19, Squad 19,
Battalion 2 and CFD Investigations responded.

Chattanooga, Tenn. (July 28, 2025) - The City of Chattanooga and the
University of Tennessee at Chattanooga Research Institute (UTCRI) will host
a media demonstration showcasing technology funded through the U.S.
Department of Transportation’s SMART Grant

SPECIAL EVENT CLOSURE

Riverfront Nights

Riverfront Parkway between Chestnut Street and Power Alley will be closed
Saturday, July 26th, from Noon until 11 PM for Riverfront Nights. All
tractor-trailer traffic will be prohibited between E Aquarium Way and W MLK
Blvd during the closure, except for local deliveries.

MAJOR TRAFFIC ALERT

Alton Park Blvd Grade Crossing - Norfolk Southern

Fantastic work by Chattanooga firefighters as they quickly and adeptly
mitigated a dangerous situation at a downtown hotel Wednesday night. At
7:41 PM on 7/23/25, Blue Shift companies responded to 100 West 21st Street
on a commercial fire. There was a fire in the basement of the hotel with
people trapped inside the elevator above the fire. The people inside the
elevator reported to 911 that the elevator was quickly filling with smoke.

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. —The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) is
scheduled to start resurfacing work on Sunday night, July 27th.  The
project includes both resurfacing and restriping efforts and will also
involve coordination with Norfolk Southern Railway. It is designed to
improve traffic flow, enhance road quality, and increase protection for
pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists.designed to reduce turning conflicts,
calm traffic, increase pedestrian safety, and support all modes of
transportation along this key corridor. While every precaution will be

CHATTANOOGA, TN — A second Heart Hub is coming to Chattanooga thanks
to the American
Heart Association <https://www.heart.org/en/> (AHA), in partnership with
the Journey Health Foundation
<https://www.journeyhealthfoundation.org/>, Glenwood
Community Center,

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.  – The Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) has arrested a 15-year-old
male in connection with a shooting that occurred on July 22, 2025, in the
1100 block of Arlington Avenue.

Chattanooga, Tenn. (July 22, 2025)- The Jessie Igou Community Center
(formerly known as the Eastdale Community Center) is buzzing with energy as
we welcome an incredible team of summer camp counselors for 2025! These
passionate individuals are dedicated to creating unforgettable experiences
for our kids. Get to know the faces behind the fun!

CHATTANOOGA, TN (July 22, 2025) - Today, Chattanooga City Council voted to
amend the city’s zoning ordinance to add the Voluntary Incentives Program
(VIP), no-cost voluntary zoning incentives for developers who build housing
that’s attainable to working Chattanoogans.

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn.  – The Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) has
arrested a second suspect in connection with the July 20, 2025, homicide of
a 15-year-old male in the 1700 block of Read Avenue.

Today, CPD arrested 18-year-old Mauricio Velasquez, who is charged with
Second Degree Murder. He is currently being held at the Catoosa County Jail
and will be extradited to the Hamilton County Jail and Detention Center at
a later date.