Company in Deadly School Bus Crash Settles Lawsuit for $323K
The case is the fifth that the bus company has settled in Hamilton County Circuit Court over the crash.
Arrest Made in East Ridge Aggravated Assault
East Ridge police make an arrest in an aggravated assault case.
Fire Damages West Rock Facility
Fire investigators are trying to determine what caused a fire at a company that sorts recyclable material.
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…
Daughter of Man Shot Files $30 Million Lawsuit Against Marion Co. Deputies
MARION COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - A year ago today, a Marion county man was pronounced dead after being shot by deputies in Whiteside. The daughter of William John Berner has now filed a 30-million dollar lawsuit. The suit was filed by…
UPDATE: East Ridge police make arrest in stabbing investigation
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The East Ridge Police Department is investigating a stabbing that occurred shortly after a car crash.
Dalton Counselor Arrested in Sexual Assault Case
A Dalton counselor is behind bars, accused of sexual assault.
New TN Laws going into effect Jan. 1
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Tennessee will have 16 new laws going into place on January 1, 2018. Each year new laws in Tennessee are implemented at the beginning of both, July and January. Oftentimes, residents hardly notice or understand any changes…
Hamilton Place Mall implements new safety measures
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - It's the day after Christmas. A time to take part in the shopping sales, while returning those gifts that weren't quite right. It's also when groups of trouble makers sometimes show up. That's why Hamilton Place…
Housing shortage in Bradley County
Real estate brokers say there is a housing shortage in Bradley County.
Free Christmas tree recycling runs through January
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Hamilton County Recycling Centers are now accepting Christmas trees throughout the month of January. Public Works is offering to collect live Christmas Trees at any Refuse and Recycle Collection Centers throughout the city. The trees can…
Chattanooga Police officer charged with domestic assault
A Chattanooga Police officer has been charged with domestic assault.
Suspect in officer-involved shooting faces several charges
The suspect in an officer-involved shooting over the weekend in Grundy County, where a body was also found in his car, faces several charges.
Ministry holds annual Community Christmas
A Georgia ministry prepared a Christmas dinner and gave toys away to children, to make sure those who might usually go without, have a happy holiday.
Dalton apartment fire displaces families
An apartment fire in Whitfield County displaces four families on Christmas Day.
Hamilton Place to implement youth escort policy on Tuesday
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- On Tuesday, there will be an added rule to follow at the Hamilton Place mall. The mall is implementing the youth escort policy for Tuesday, December 26 from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. The policy means…
Trump to address Farm Bureau convention in Tennessee
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - President Donald Trump is returning to Tennessee to speak at the American Farm Bureau Federation's annual convention.
Buoyed by Alabama win, Democrats eye Tennessee Senate race
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Democrats eager to take control of the Senate next year are turning to Tennessee, where a popular Democratic ex-governor is running for the seat being vacated by the retirement of Republican Sen. Bob Corker.
Fletcher Bright passes away
A well known figure in Chattanooga has passed away.
Chattanooga Christmas at the Community Kitchen
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Chattanooga Community Kitchen was open for the holiday to provide shelter from the cold and a free meal. Santa Claus made an appearance to make sure every kid in attendance had a gift. Volunteers say…
Suspect Identified in Grundy Co. Officer-Involved Shooting
The Grundy County Sheriff's Office has identified the suspect in an officer-involved shooting over the weekend.
Funeral Date Set for Catoosa County Deputy
Funeral arrangements have been made for the Catoosa County deputy who died last week.
