News

Trump skips U.N. climate summit

President Trump is skipping a daylong summit of world leaders who are meeting to address the effects of climate change. On Monday, while other world leaders will be meeting at the formal kick-off for the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA),…

Trump attends United Nations General Assembly

President Trump is attending the United Nations General Assembly meeting in New York beginning Monday, as he skips a climate summit for a religious freedom event and holds a slew of bilateral meetings with foreign leaders. The president comes to…

Florida cop arrests 6 and 8 year old kids and is suspended

Authorities say a Florida police officer has been suspended and if being investigated after arresting a 6-year-old and an 8-year-old for separate incidents at their schools. CBS Orlando affiliate WKMG-TV reports that Officer Dennis Turner was suspended pending the outcome…

Go Fest!

CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- It's A celebration of living life without limitations! The Chattanooga Zoo will host the City of Chattanooga's Annual Go Fest. This free event celebrates Chattanooga's accessibility to everyone, regardless of ability. Guests of all ages were treated…

Walk To End Alzheimer's

CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- This morning a sea of purple could be seen as hundreds gathered to walk to end Alzheimer's. At the Tennessee River Park participants joined in the fight for a world without Alzheimer's! Each participant would hold a…

Friday Night Shooting

CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- Chattanooga Police are investigating an overnight shooting. CPD spokesperson Trevor Tomas says one male was shot at a home on Sylvan Drive. The man was transported to a local hospital. An investigation is ongoing.

Suspect arrested for 1985 hijacking of TWA Flight 847

Greek police said Saturday they have arrested a suspect in the 1985 hijacking of a flight from Athens that became a multi-day ordeal and included the slaying of an American. Police said a 65-year-old suspect in the hijacking was arrested…

Camp Pendleton Marines charged for alleged human smuggling

Thirteen Marines from Camp Pendleton have been charged in connection to a human smuggling operation, the Marine Corps said Friday. They are facing charges ranging from drunkenness and failure to obey orders to larceny and perjury. Among the Marines charged…

Police use tear gas in Paris against anti-government protesters

Paris — French police used tear gas in Paris on Saturday to disperse anti-government demonstrators who are trying to revive the yellow vest movement in protest at perceived economic injustice and French President Emmanuel Macron's government. The French capital was…

Thousands attend mostly peaceful Area 51 events in Nevada

A Facebook hoax this summer invited people to "storm" Area 51 on Friday. Five people have been arrested since Thursday, mostly for trespassing. Meanwhile, thousands of others are celebrating their love of UFOs at a number of festivals in the…

Person shot at Billiard Club in Cleveland Friday night

CLEVELAND, Tenn (WDEF) - Cleveland Police confirm one person was seriously injured in a shooting at a billiard club in Cleveland Friday night. Sgt. Evie West says the person received life threatening injuries in the shooting. Officials say it happened…

Locals join international climate strike

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Many people in Chattanooga joined an international climate strike. On Friday, several people, some from organizations, came together in front of the Tennessee Aquarium to rally. They're calling for action to slow the rate of climate…

Fire ban in Sequatchie County

SEQUATCHIE COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Tennessee Commissioner of Agriculture signed a declaration of a ban on open burning Friday. The ban applies to Sequatchie County. It's in effect until further notice.    

7 dead from rare disease spread by mosquitoes

Last Updated Sep 20, 2019 6:48 PM EDT At least seven people have died from Eastern Equine Encephalitis, a rare disease spread by mosquitoes. At least 27 people have been infected in six states. This latest reported deaths were in…

U.S. to deploy troops to help with Saudi Arabia's defense

Trump orders new sanctions against Iran President Trump has approved the deployment of U.S. forces to Saudi Arabia that will be defensive in nature, top military officials said Friday. After meeting with the president, Defense Secretary Mark Esper and Joint…

Death toll rises from catastrophic floods in Texas

Winnie, Texas — The death toll continues to climb from catastrophic floods in southeast Texas. A fourth victim was found inside a car as floodwaters receded in Beaumont. At least 1,700 people had to be rescued in the region. CBS…

Local Events


What's On TV Now