CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A juvenile is behind bars in Chattanooga, charged with aggravated assault after a video was posted to social media this week. Chattanooga Police say they were called to a local hospital about a female who arrived suffering…
Public schools in Meigs, McMinn, Bradley County and Cleveland City were all closed today in response to the flu outbreak. Meigs seems to be hit the hardest with about a third of the students and teachers affected. Staff members are…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) The TSSAA has brought the hammer down on both Austin East and Brainerd for last weekend's basketball brawl. Both teams were suspended for the rest of the regular season. Now that ban has been extended through the playoffs,…
If you love art and the outdoors, you'll enjoy the Chattanooga Art Tour.
A Bradley County cold case from 2009, involving a woman who disappeared and never was found, heads to trial next week with her husband charged in her murder.
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A Boston mother who has been outspoken about gun violence is here in Chattanooga sharing her story and how you can help with the growing problem, gun violence. Ruth Rollins says, "Never would I think that a…
ATLANTA (WDEF) - As the flu continues to ravage our area and schools, in particular, you can find flu shots for free in northwest Georgia. Health Departments in the region are offering them at no cost to residents. Healthcare plans…
Sheriff Wilson talks about the quick investigation and arrest after the deadly hit and run this week.
DALTON, Georgia (WDEF) - Dalton police are trying to identify and find the man suspected of attempting to pass a counterfeit $100 bill at a convenience store. He tried it around 2 AM on Wednesday morning at the Mapco on…
A Bradley County man faces a slew of charges after being accused of trying to shoot a woman.
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - A Chattanooga man suffered serious burns this morning as he worked to get 4 children out of a burning home in East Lake. Investigators have not identified the man, but the home was destroyed. The house was…
Visitation Friday & Saturday, burial Saturday.
They say it takes a village to raise a child.
HIXSON, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Hamilton County Sheriff's Office made a special visit to McConnell Elementary today. They came to show the kindergartners what they do in the different aspects of law enforcement. Students had the chance to ask questions and…
A late night fire in Marion County leaves one person dead.
CLEVELAND, Tennessee (WDEF) - Bradley County schools are the latest system to shutdown because of high absenteeism from illness. Here are the particulars of each system so far. ________ BRADLEY COUNTY "due to illness" Closed Friday All elementary activities are…
ATLANTA (AP) - Georgia Power customers can expect to see their monthly residential electricity bills fall by an average of about $2.70, starting in April. The utility company said in a news release this week that customers will be paying…
By BRUCE SCHREINER Associated Press LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) - American whiskey makers are toasting another round of robust sales in 2017. A report shows the growth was stirred by a thirst for the priciest spirits, in cocktails or sipped straight…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Chattanooga Police are investigating an assault that happened in Alton Park earlier this week and they believe they are close to identifying the suspect. Police say around 11:50 pm Monday they were called when an assault victim…
ONLY ON @NC5: Mayor Barry is adamant that tax payer dollars weren't used during her affair with top security guard. Here's the exclusive interview: https://t.co/rVaNIr6zuK— Chris Conte (@NC5_ChrisConte) January 31, 2018 By JONATHAN MATTISE Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) The Riverbend Festival lineup for 2018 got three more acts today. 90s rockers Third Eye Blind will play the Coke Stage on the second Friday, June 15 at 9:30 PM. The scored several hits including "Semi-Charmed Life," "Jumper,"…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Hamilton County's FAST team arrested a suspect from an aggravated Robbery case in Hixson last week. Their officers along with Red Bank police apprehended Jordan Landon Roberts early Wednesday evening in the 100 block of P'Poole Street.…
The family of a man who was found dead in Walker County more than a year ago wants answers.
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - The owner of Summitt Pianos and Organs got some good news after the fire on Tuesday. The fire gutted most of General Appliance Warehouse above at their location at Lee Highway & Vance Road. But most of…