The Oak Grove assault warning to women is an exception, not the rule
"We see statistically less stranger assaults."
How NASA would keep an asteroid from hitting Earth
College Park, Md. — NASA is preparing for the absolute worst: A large asteroid speeding toward Earth. It's unlikely to happen any time soon, but scientists are preparing just in case. In the movie "Armageddon," Bruce Willis helps save the…
2 dead in shooting at UNC Charlotte, EMS says
Two people are reported dead and four wounded in a shooting Tuesday at the University of North Carolina-Charlotte. Mecklenburg EMS confirmed the casualties. The suspect is in custody, CBS Charlotte affiliate WBTV reports. Two people suffered life-threatening injuries and two others suffered…
Anti-union campaign gears up at Volkswagen, including Gov. Lee visit
Here the Governor's line that got both jeers and cheers from workers.
UTC student overcomes brain injury and makes it to graduation
After a serious brain injury, a UTC student triumphs over tragedy and makes it to graduation.
Police arrest suspect in Wilcox Blvd murder
Victim was shot in the early morning hours on Sunday
Ft. Payne police arrest man with a claw hammer for home invasion
FORT PAYNE, Alabama (WDEF) - Fort Payne police have charged a man in a frightening home invasion case. On Sunday evening, a Grand Avenue residents said a man entered his home without permission. They say the man demanded to know…
Facebook rolls out major redesign at developers conference
Facebook's F8 developer conference begins At Facebook's F8 developers conference, CEO Mark Zuckerberg said "The future is private." Accordingly, Facebook is emphasizing more private ways for Facebook users to communicate. As Facebook shifts to more private messaging, it plans to…
Federal agents raid North Georgia business
Agents are taking away boxes and vehicles from Aztec Framing in Lakeview.
Tennessee gov to mull ban on handheld phones while driving
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Gov. Bill Lee will decide whether Tennessee will ban the use of handheld electronic devices, including cellphones, while driving. The Senate voted 23-7 on Tuesday to send Lee the bill. The House previously cleared it in…
Tennessee governor to allow sports betting without signature
It would make Tennessee the first state in the nation to allow sports betting without brick-and-mortar locations.
Schiff says House to make criminal referral on Erik Prince
House Intelligence Committee Chair Adam Schiff says the panel will be moving to make a criminal referral for former Blackwater security firm founder Erik Prince to the Justice Department for allegedly misleading the committee and making false statements. Schiff, speaking…
Teen runs 100-meter dash in 9.98 seconds
A high school senior in Texas just ran a 100-meter dash in 9.98 seconds – that's fast enough to be an Olympic final. Runner Matthew Boling, nicknamed "White Lightning," broke his school's record, and he may even be the fastest…
Georgia's Stacey Abrams says no to Senate run
Former Georgia Democratic gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams says he will not run for Senate next year despite numerous calls for her to seek public office once again. In a video released on social media Tuesday, Abrams said that she is…
"Vegas" post sparked FBI probe of Army vet accused of terror plot
A U.S. Army veteran is being held without bail, accused of plotting an attack to avenge the killing of Muslims. Mark Domingo, 26, faces terrorism-related charges after his arrest in an FBI sting. Prosecutors say he planned to set off…
American Legion National Commander visits Dalton
DALTON, Ga. (WDEF) - American Legion National Commander Brett Reistad made a stop at Post 112 in Dalton on Monday. The veterans organization is celebrating 100 years. "It's important for me to have a well rounded understanding of what this…
Man shot in Cleveland Target Parking lot
Male victim flown to hospital
Police warn of assaults on women in Oak Grove
Another case this morning seems like the same suspect as last week's assault.
3 dead in Hawaii helicopter crash
Honolulu, Hawaii — A tour helicopter burst into flames Monday morning after crashing nose-first onto a busy Kailua highway. Authorities believe three people were aboard the four-seat Robinson R44, all of whom were killed. A woman driving on the street…
Juvenile crimes are climbing in Chattanooga according to judge
six teens have been sent to life sentences for murder
Camp Jordan fields not ready for the season
Crews are adding restrooms and concession stands, but the rainy winter slowed them down.
PBS show features Women Repair Zone
A PBS show is in town to feature a Chattanooga organization that teaches women how to do their own home repairs.
Rosenstein submits long-expected resignation letter
Barr threatens not to testify Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein has officially submitted his resignation letter to the White House, a long-anticipated move. Rosenstein was expected to leave the Justice Department after the conclusion of special counsel Robert Mueller's investigation.…
UPDATE: Body Found Near Railroad Tracks In Marion County
NEW HOPE, Tennessee (WDEF)- On Friday we reported that a body had been found by a railroad engineer near railroad tracks around 9 A.M. on April 26. The body was transported to Nashville for an autopsy and TBI is working…