New chief deputy Austin Garrett talks about his viral video
The video shows his last call as a Chattanooga Police officer made by his daughter, a CPD dispatcher.
Aloft by Marriott coming to Hamilton Place Mall
Aloft Chattanooga Hamilton Place will be located between The Cheesecake Factory and the future Dave & Busters.
Moon River Festival Announces 2019 Lineup
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - The Moon River Festival announced their lineup for 2019, September 7-8 at Coolidge Park. Grammy award winner Brandi Carlilie, Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit are the headliner acts. Some of the other acts include Goodbye Road featuring…
UPDATE: Homicide investigation underway in Grundy County
An investigation is underway after a man was killed early Sunday morning in Grundy County.
Chattanooga police officer does final sign off to dispatcher daughter
A Chattanooga Police officer signs off after 25 years with the department.
Community supports boy who needs heart transplant
People gathered in Walker County this weekend to support a five-year-old boy who needs a heart transplant.
Chattanooga students battle robots in competition
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Students from the Chattanooga and Nashville areas put their skills to the test in a robotics competition at Volkswagen. 16 teams from 10 different high schools competed for 2 spots at the state competition in various robot…
Shooting, Crime Scene Unknown
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF) – During the early morning hours on Sunday, Chattanooga Police were called to a local hospital after a person arrived with gunshot wound. Upon arrival, police were informed that the 29-year old male victim's injuries were non-life-threatening.…
Victims Shot in Parking Lot of Celebrities Entertainment Complex
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF) – Early Sunday morning, Chattanooga Police responded to 3649 Brainerd Road on reports of multiple shots fired. Upon arrival, police located a victim in the parking lot of Celebrities Entertainment Complex. The 21-years old male was transported…
Fatal Traffic Crash on Chamberlain Avenue
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF) – The Chattanooga Police Department has released information concerning a fatal traffic crash that occurred on January 27th. Late that Sunday evening, CPD’s Traffic Division responded to 2300 North Chamberlain Avenue on reports of a two-vehicle crash.…
New micro-distillery shows increase in local business growth
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A new micro-distillery, Gate 11, opens its doors to Chattanooga. This is just one of many spirit-filled establishments starting business in the Scenic City. "Chattanooga is a great tourism town, it's a great active young persons…
Orange Vanilla is the first new flavor for Coca Cola in a decade
ATLANTA, Georgia (WDEF) - Coca Cola is adding their first new flavor in more than a decade. This month, the soft drink company is launching Orange Vanilla Coke and Orange Vanilla Coke Zero Sugar. The taste combo follows the success…
Community input wanted on Harriet Tubman Homes site
After the former site of the Harriet Tubman homes was rezoned to manufacturing, activists and city council members say it is important to get community input as they move forward.
Lil Baby arrested, accused of reckless driving in a Corvette
Rapper was being chased by a Georgia State Trooper.
Emily's List of Weekend Activities - February 8, 2019
Grab your sweetheart, and head over to Brainerd United Methodist Church to learn how to waltz.
5 young teens charged with killing a singer in Nashville
NASHVILLE (WDEF) - Nashville police have arrested five juveniles for the shooting of an aspiring singer. The body of a former Belmont University student was found by his housemate at his home Thursday afternoon. The victim is 24 year old…
McCallie students take a break from class to learn to sew
The school gives students a break from classes to learn life skills like sewing, took working and making bread.
Police find more Stephen Kinder animals at Dalton home
At the home they found 16 dogs, along with two baby goats, two turtles, a snake, and in the back yard there were nine ducks.
"NEVER WANTED THIS TO HAPPEN": Victims react to Stephen Kinder's suicide
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Cleveland Police have confirmed that the owner of Kinder Dog Training shot and killed himself Thursday afternoon. Stephen Kinder was facing at least five charges of animal cruelty after multiple customers came forward claiming their dogs…
Fraud investigation in Georgia election judge voided twice
Illegal voting in both races for state legislature.
Man charged with running over Atlanta officer arrested
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) - Authorities say a 33-year-old Tennessee man accused of running over and seriously injuring an Atlanta-area police officer has been arrested. The U.S. Marshals Service said Taurean McShan was arrested Thursday afternoon in Memphis. A news release…
TDOT blasting on I 24 on Monteagle Mountain this week
The blasts will happen during the week between 9 AM and 3 PM.
Hepatitis A case reported in Dalton
A food handler at Crescent City Tavern in downtown Dalton was there from December 28th until January 31st.
Animal abuse suspect Stephen Kinder shoots himself
Operator of Kinder Dog Training was accused of abusing several of the dogs he was taking care of.