CARTA updates plans to modernize transportation network
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- CARTA gave an update on its plan to modernize its transportation network. (more…)
Two face animal cruelty charges after incident near Rossville
ROSSVILLE, Ga. (WDEF) -- Two people are facing aggravated animal cruelty charges after their dogs reportedly charged at a realtor showing a home near Rossville. The incident…
High-speed pursuit through Dekalb and Jackson counties ends in arrest
HENAGAR, Al. (WDEF) -- A high-speed chase through Dekalb and Jackson Counties ended with an arrest. On Monday, June 16, 2025, a Dekalb County Deputy tried to stop a gray Chevy Tahoe on County…
State agency suggests TBI build new crime lab in Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A state agency is recommending that the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) build a crime lab in Chattanooga. This is part of…
Traffic stop in Murray County leads to drug bust and arrest
MURRAY COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) -- A routine traffic stop turned into a major drug bust Friday after a months-long investigation into illegal drug activity in the…
At Home retail chain files for bankruptcy as part of restructuring effort
At Home, the home decor and furniture retailer with more than 200 locations in the United States, is filing for bankruptcy. The popular retail chain announced Monday that it is entering Chapter 11 protection as…
The Louvre in Paris closes unexpectedly as staff protest conditions
The Louvre, the world's most-visited museum and a global symbol of art, beauty and endurance, was shuttered on Monday — not by war, not by terror, but by its own exhausted staff, who say the institution…
WhatsApp is bringing subscription model and ads to its messaging platform
WhatsApp has announced a series of new features that will change the way people interact with brands on the Meta-owned messaging platform and give companies more chances to cash in on user engagement. The changes,…
The Trump Organization is debuting a cellular phone service called T1 Mobile at $47.45 a month
The Trump Organization announced it is starting a cellular phone service called T1 Mobile that will charge $47.45 a month and include unlimited calls, text and data. It said it also plans to roll out…
West Virginia flash floods kill at least 5, others missing after inches of rain fell in 30 minutes: "It happened so quickly"
Flash flooding caused by torrential rains killed five people — including a 3-year-old child — in northern West Virginia and rescue crews were searching for several missing people…
Man suspected of shooting 2 Minnesota lawmakers is in custody after surrendering to police
By STEVE KARNOWSKI, OBED LAMY, MIKE BALSAMO and ALANNA DURKIN RICHER ASSOCIATED PRESS BELLE PLAINE, Minn. (AP) — The man suspected of killing a Minnesota lawmaker and wounding another crawled to officers in surrender Sunday after they located him in the woods near his home,…
Chattanooga Hosts First Ever DadFest
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Chattanooga celebrated Father’s Day in a big way with a brand-new event honoring the men who’ve made a difference in our lives. This past weekend, Art 120…
Father’s Day Blues and Brews
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Here in Chattanooga, Father’s Day got a special treat this weekend with a celebration full of food, fun, and family time. The First Horizon Pavilion was filled…
House and pets lost in Soddy Daisy structure fire
SODDY DAISY, Tenn. (WDEF) - This morning, around 12:40, a family in Soddy lost not only their home but also their pets in a house fire. Soddy Daisy Fire Department responded to 115 Nale Road on a reported structure…
Man shot and killed after producing a firearm and striking a deputy
MAURY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - TBI special agents continue to investigate the circumstances of an officer-involved shooting Sunday morning involving the Maury County Sheriff's Office. The investigation shows that around 3:00 Sunday…
Voices on both sides heard at No Kings Day protest
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - “No Kings Day” Protest Brings National Movement to Chattanooga. A national protest movement called “No Kings Day” reached Chattanooga on Saturday, drawing…
Catoosa County Fire Department Hosts Patriotic Flag Retirement Ceremony
The Catoosa County Fire Department held a solemn and patriotic flag retirement ceremony today at Fire Station 10 in Fort Oglethorpe, honoring American flags that have become worn, tattered, or faded with time. Dozens of local residents, veterans, firefighters, and…
Bethlehem Community Center Hosts Annual Southside Juneteenth Jubilee
The Bethlehem Community Center is honoring freedom, unity, and culture through its annual Southside Juneteenth Jubilee, held Saturday in the heart of Chattanooga’s Alton Park neighborhood. The event brought out families from across the community for a day filled with…
Howard High School Alumni Celebrate 160 Years of Legacy and Pride
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF) Howard High School alumni gathered this weekend to celebrate a major milestone — 160 years of history, impact, and enduring Tiger pride. The celebration took the form of a lively outdoor cookout, where graduates from across the…
Minnesota Rep. Hortman and husband killed, Sen. Hoffman and wife wounded
CBS: Minnesota state Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband were killed, and state Sen. John Hoffman and his wife were wounded in politically motivated shootings overnight, Gov. Tim Walz said Saturday. Hortman, 55, and her husband were shot in their…
Suspect shot after using car to hit Officer
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WDEF) - At the request of 30th Judicial District Attorney General Steve Mulroy, TBI special agents continue to investigate the circumstances of an officer-involved shooting Friday night involving the Memphis…
Bonnaroo canceled due to weather
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Bonnaroo 2025 is canceled because of the weather. Just one day after thousands arrived for the start of Bonnaroo in Manchester, TN on Thursday they are now all going to have to go home This…
Battle of the Badges Blood Drive
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The annual Battle of the Badges Blood Drive wrapped up another year of friendly competition between the Catoosa and Walker County Sheriff’s Offices, proving once again…
Deadbird Studio Opens to Public
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - It’s a hidden piece of Chattanooga’s music history, now stepping into the spotlight. Once a secret recording space known only to insiders, Deadbird Studio has officially opened…