Former gang leader tells his story to students
A former Memphis gang leader who is now a motivational speaker shared his message to Tennessee Valley students.
Miller Park block of MLK Blvd reopens
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - The Miller Park project in Chattanooga is one step closer to completion. This afternoon, Martin Luther King Boulevard was reopened at Miller Park. Closed road signs were removed and drivers were able to go through. Mayor Andy…
Tennessee Valley schools improve school safety
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Tennessee Governor Bill Haslam has proposed $30.2 million to fund school safety, but schools in the Tennessee Valley are already working to make our schools safer. "It's open to everything from SROs to physical improvements in…
New Alabama senator says Congress must act on gun violence
By MATTHEW DALY Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) - Alabama Sen. Doug Jones says Congress must address gun violence, even as lawmakers protect the Second Amendment rights of gun owners. In his maiden speech to the Senate, Jones says the nation…
2 contractors recovering, burned at Tennessee nuclear plant
SODDY-DAISY, Tenn. (AP) - Officials say two contractors have been burned while working at a nuclear power plant in Tennessee. The Chattanooga Times Free Press reports they were hospitalized Friday night for first- and second-degree burns after working at the…
Fake Facebook post prompts fear, complaints in Georgia town
CALHOUN, Ga. (AP) - A fake Facebook post is spreading fears that venomous snakes are lurking in the sewers of a Georgia town, and the city attorney has expressed concerns to the social media network that it's creating confusion and…
Dade County puts an SRO in every school
TRENTON, Georgia (WDEF) - The Dade County school system and law enforcement have worked out a deal to put an armed officer in every school. Dr. Jan Harris plus the Sheriff Ray Cross and Trenton Police Chief Christy Smith announced…
Rev. Paul McDaniel win Civil Rights Award
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - The Tennessee Human Rights Commission honored a Chattanooga civil rights leader at the Hamilton County Commission meeting this morning. The Jocelyn D. Wurzburn Civil Rights Legacy Award was presented to Reverend Paul McDaniel for his half century…
Dalton Police not charging driver who hit pedestrian
DALTON, Georgia (WDEF) - Dalton investigators have decided not to file charges against the driver involved in a fatal pedestrian struck. April Alesi of Newnan, Georgia was crossing Chattanooga Road last Thursday evening when she was hit by a pickup.…
Weather service finds at least 9 tornado tracks in Alabama
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) - The National Weather Service says there's evidence that multiple tornadoes struck Alabama earlier this week, and it's still counting. The weather service says survey teams have found tracks showing nine twisters touched down in the northern…
New framework plan for Chattanooga's Innovation District revealed
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A Local non-profit reveals a new framework plan for Chattanooga's Innovation District. Mayor Andy Berke joined the Enterprise Center organization in unveiling their plan Tuesday. The plan is the next step in continuing and building upon…
City Council firming up the South Broad District plan
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - City council members are sharing their thoughts on plans for redeveloping the South Broad district. According to the Chattanooga Design Studio, the project includes South Broad Street, Southside Gardens, the I-24 corridor, as well as the Howard…
New Dalton superintendent explains goals for district
As school safety is on the minds of administrators across the country, the new leader of Dalton Public Schools explains his vision for the district.
Local experts react to President Trump's opioid plan
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- East Tennessee has continued to see opioid numbers fall, but Tennessee is still one of top states for opioid related deaths. Now, the focus is toughness and stopping addiction at the source. "But if we don't…
Moon River Music Festival announces lineup for Chattanooga debut
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - The Moon River Music Festival announced a star-laced lineup their Chattanooga debut. The headliners include The Avett Brothers, The Head and The Heart, Judah & The Lion and Margo Price. And, of course, Drew Holcomb and The…
Second worker dies at Chatsworth plant in the last 7 months
CHATSWORTH, Georgia (WDEF) - Mohawk Industries officials say the cause of an industrial accident on Tuesday that killed a worker is under investigation. 59-year-old Candall man Roy Glenn Bass was hit by a larger roller at the facility on Duvall…
Red Bank Elementary teacher is regional finalist
RED BANK, Tennessee (WDEF) - Congratulations are in order for Red Bank Elementary teacher Samantha Eaton. The kindergarten teacher is a regional finalist for Tennessee Teacher of the Year. Eaton has taught at Red Bank Elementary for the last five…
Golden Apple: Kathie Nolan
An art teacher at Nolan Elementary has made her mark around the campus, and that's earned her a Golden Apple Award.
Storms strike college, leave trail of damage across South
By BRYNN ANDERSON and JAY REEVES Associated Press JACKSONVILLE, Ala. (AP) - With violent weather plowing through the Southeast, the kitchen windows exploded at Richard Brasher's home in eastern Alabama. Using couch cushions for protection, Brasher hid in the bathtub…
Northside Neighborhood House gets grant to modernize community assistance
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - A 94 year old Chattanooga nonprofit just received a thirteen thousand dollar Lowe's grant for a new kitchen. Northside Neighborhood House, which was established in 1924, helps local residents with a hand up through education and assistance.…
6th person charged in deaths of 13-year old boy, father
TOONE, Tenn. (AP) - A sixth person has been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of a father and son in Tennessee.
Storms rolled through parts of the Tennessee Valley Monday
MARION COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - Storms came rushing through parts of the Tennessee Valley. As of 11:30 Monday night, the Dade County Emergency Management Agency had only received reports of very minimal storm damage that impacted mainly the Davis and…
Organization moves forward after car crashes into building
One of the buildings for the Forgotten Child Fund sustained thousands of dollars worth of damage after someone drove through it.
Pulse Point app alerts anyone that CPR needed
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Hamilton County 911 has joined with CHI Memorial and Parkridge Health System to launch Pulse Point. That's an app which notifies nearby C-P-R certified citizens to help render aid until first responders can arrive. The app is…