News

Chattanooga Police investigate E 4th St shooting

UPDATE: CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - On December 29, 2017 and 11:39 a.m. officers from the Chattanooga Police Department responded to the 1800 block of E 4th St on a report of a person shot. Upon arrival, officers were advised that the…

Bishop Dr Shooting: Chattanooga's 33rd Homicide In 2017

THE LATEST: CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A Thursday night shooting in Chattanooga has now turned into a homicide investigation. Shortly before 9 p.m., police responded to a call of shots fired in the 7600 block of North Bishop Drive. They…

Cold weather safety tips

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - On Thursday, the Chattanooga Fire Department had at least two calls on the same issue. The problem was pipes that froze, broke, and caused water to leak. "Frozen pipes is a real concern you want to…

Future of S Broad St. and Development Changes

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - With the sudden closing of the iconic Mount Vernon restaurant yesterday, some are asking what's the future of south Broad street in Chattanooga? It's actually in a state of flux, according to business leaders. Here's a…

New TN Law Restricts Cell Phone Usage

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Starting in just a few days, a new law is going into effect and it's expected to keep your children safe in school zones. January 1st, you may see more signs just like the one outside…

Walker County Pays Off $7.5 Million in Loans Early

LAFAYETTE, Ga. (WDEF) – Walker County Sole Commissioner Shannon Whitfield successfully repaid two Tax Anticipation Notes (TAN) before an end of year deadline, saving the county an estimated $12,194 in interest. Walker County borrowed $4 million from the Bank of…

Copperhill corrects drinking water problem

COPPERHILL, Tenn. (WDEF) - The City of Copperhill announced Thursday that the drinking water issue has been corrected. The city was under a Boil Water Advisory for several days, advising residents to boil water 3-5 minutes before drinking. City officials last reported…

Bitcoin popularity grows throughout the Scenic City

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The value of Bitcoin is skyrocketing. In just two months, it's worth has increased over ten thousand dollars. And it's popularity is growing, even in the scenic city. Once a month Bob Biles holds a group…

Two people shot in College Hill Courts area

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Chattanooga Police are investigating the scene of a shooting in College Hill Courts. Hamilton County dispatch received a call of a person being shot at 1222 Cypress Street Ct around 6 PM. Chattanooga Police confirm that…

City of Copperhill remains under boil water advisory

COPPERHILL, Tenn. (WDEF) - The City of Copperhill is still under a boil water advisory after several days. City officials say 400-500 people are being impacted. The advisory was first issued on December 23rd for all City of Copperhill water…

Local Events


What's On TV Now