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LeBron James evacuates house as new California blaze erupts

Mandatory evacuations as wildfire breaks out near LA's Getty CenterA dangerous wildfire that broke out early Monday in Los Angeles was threatening hundreds of homes near the world-famous Getty Center. Strong winds were spreading the fast-growing fire that was burning…

Two Hikers Found on Lookout Mountain

CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- Two hikers are safe after being rescued by first responders on Lookout Mountain. The couple left from Cravens House on Sunday and get lost right before it got dark. According to Chattanooga Fire, the hikers called 911…

Small Plane Makes an Emergency Landing on I-75

CALHOUN, Georgia (WDEF)- Travelers on 75 North had a surprise today when a small private plane made an emergency landing. According to Gordon County Chief Deputy Paris, the plane landed near exit 310's off ramp. There were no injuries on board…

McMinn County Sheriff Speaks About Officer Involved Shooting

CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- A combined officer-involved shooting, arson and homicide in McMinn County has the community disturbed. Today, we talked to the Sheriff who says that the scene was something out of Afghanistan. "My whole career, I've probably never seen…

California congresswoman resigns amid affair allegations

Representative Katie Hill of California announced Sunday she is resigning from Congress amid allegations of sexual relationships with a member of her congressional staff and a campaign staffer. "This is the hardest thing I have ever had to do, but…

Spooktacular Sculptures in the Sky Postponed

CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- The rain today pushed back Spooktacular Sculptures in the Sky. The event has been moved to Sunday, October 27. The event will be from noon until 6 pm. Kathie Fulgham, the event organizer, wants everyone to come…

McMinn County Officer Involved Shooting Leaves Neighbors Worried

NIOTA, Tennessee (WDEF)- T.B.I is now investigating an officer involved shooting that happened Friday evening. According to T-B-I, McMinn County Sheriff was called to County Road 288 for a domestic situation on Friday. When they arrived they found Roger Branson…

U.S. bans flights to all Cuban cities except Havana

Starting in December, the U.S. will ban flights to all major airports in Cuba, except for the one located in Havana. The decision, according to Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, comes in response to Cuba's support for Venezuelan leader Nicolás…

850,000 Californians could lose power to prevent more fires

High wind warning issued in California California's largest utility announced Friday that 850,000 customers could lose power this weekend as a preventative response to hot, dry, windy conditions that the utility fears could spark additional fires. The announcement came after…

Tropical Storm Olga forms in Gulf of Mexico

A new tropical storm formed Friday in the Gulf of Mexico and is expected to merge with a cold front in Louisiana, causing gale-force winds and dumping several inches of rain in the southeast. Tropical Storm Olga had maximum sustained…

Flu season coming early this year

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - The flu season is only 3 weeks old, and Erlanger Health System is reporting 112 influenza-like cases to the Hamilton County Health Department. That compares to only 37 cases over the same period last year. Dr. Steven Cooper…

Hamilton County's 200th Birthday

What a happy anniversary it was, kicking off with a ceremony to remember every cornerstone of history that has graced this county.

Officials find body of Sequatchie missing man

DUNLAP, Tennessee (WDEF) - The Sequatchie County Sheriff's Office says the body of a local man has been found after a lengthy search by officers and volunteers. Dayne Sabo reportedly left his home on Miller Road on Signal Mountain in…

GM workers end 40-day strike after approving new contract

GM strike: Workers reach tentative deal The United Auto Workers on Friday called an end to a six-week strike against General Motors after union members voted to ratify a four-year contract, ending the longest nationwide walkout against the automaker since…

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