Golden Apple: David Vanzant
A teacher at the STEM school gives his students career advice, and listens to them, earning a Golden Apple Award.
We've seen the best, now here is the worst candy for the holidays
(WDEF) - A couple of weeks ago, we shared with you the most popular holiday candy by state according to a candystore.com survey. M&M's, Candy Canes, Reindeer Corn, Starburst and Skittles all did well in Tennessee, Georgia and Alabama. But…
Should you pay more for premium gas?
(WDEF) - Should you spend the extra bucks to pump premium octane gas into your vehicle? AAA has been putting engines to the test to find out. Of course, some engines require premium grade gas (16%). If that includes your…
Is the "man flu" a real thing?
(WDEF) This year's flu season is hitting early and packing a punch. Last week, Georgia was added to the list of states with widespread flu activity. Researchers believe the main flu bug this year is causing more deaths and hospitalizations.…
Fall Creek Falls State Park inn closing in April for rebuild
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Officials say they'll close Fall Creek Falls State Park's inn, restaurant and conference center in April for a $25 million rebuilding. Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation spokesman Eric Ward tells the Chattanooga Times Free Press…
Police up reward in fatal robbery at Atlanta restaurant
ATLANTA (AP) - The reward to find the people who shot and killed a manager at a popular Atlanta restaurant during a robbery last month has been increased again. WSB-TV reports Atlanta police say the reward for information leading to…
The Latest: Voter Turnout Heavy in Alabama's closely watched election
Roy Moore rides to polls today on a horse. Voting places open until 7 p.m (CST).
Officials find pipe bombs in Marion County home
MARION COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - A Kimball man is now in police custody after authorities found five pipe bombs in his home. Christopher Owens faces several counts of reckless endangerment. At around 4:30, central authorities went to Owens' home on…
Hanukkah in the Scenic City
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Hanukkah starts tomorrow! This annual eight-day "Festival of Lights" is celebrated all over the world, including right here in Chattanooga. Rabbi Shaul Perstein with the Chabad Jewish Center of Chattanooga tells us more about this special…
Walker County Fire Marshal warns of heater fires
WALKER COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) - The Walker County Fire Marshal is reminding people to be mindful of space heaters and extension cords, after a house fire early this morning. Several different stations responded to that house fire on North Jenkins…
Tennessee state figures show low Chattanooga poverty rates
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Economists say that "a rising tide lifts all ships". That's a way to say that a stronger stock market and economy is helping even those earning the lowest wages, but today we heard conflicting stories about poverty…
Tennessee Valley reacts to viral bullying video
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The story of Keaton Jones went viral over the weekend. Several Vols and Titans stars saw the story Saturday and tweeted their support. Now, it seems like the whole nation is standing with Keaton, including people…
Ruth's Red Gloves and Over 20 Years of Salvation Army Volunteering
Chattanooga, Tenn. (WDEF) - If you visit The Salvation Army warehouse on Covington Street in Rossville, one of your first impressions will be the number of boxes throughout the facility, each representing a family in need. The next will be…
Hamilton County Holds Annual Teacher Recruitment Fair
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Hamilton County Department of Education annual teacher recruitment fair is underway right now. This afternoon, the district began recruiting teachers for Fall of 2018. Organizers say upwards of 300 teacher candidates are expected to participate.…
Car crashes into downtown Chattanooga building
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A "T-Bone" crash in Chattanooga sends a car into a building downtown. One vehicle hit a car at the corner of Main and Market Streets at about 2:30 this afternoon. That sent the car into the building.…
Council hears from Signal Mountain citizens on school district proposal
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Residents in Signal Mountain are getting a chance to speak out about whether they should have their own school district. The Signal Mountain town council will be meeting at town hall for their regular agenda meeting…
Art Night 2017
Leaders from a Chattanooga Hotel help raise money for art supplies for Alpine Crest Elementary School.
Can you identify a suspected wrench thief?
the camera catches him grabbing an impact wrench and hiding it in his pants.
#KeatonJonesIsAwesome on social media but principal downplays bullying case
(Story Updated to include statement from school system) KNOXVILLE, Tennessee (WDEF) - The story of Keaton Jones continues to develop on Monday. He became the subject of a national furor when his mom posted an emotional, anti-bullying video on Facebook…
Emergency repairs underway on Highway 27 on Monday
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - The backup over the Olgiati Bridge today comes from emergency repairs to Highway 27 South. TDOT crews are patching a recurring pothole that has been re-opening over the Third Street Bridge. They have reduced traffic to one…
The Latest: NYC subways reopen; tight security after blast
NEW YORK (AP) - The Latest on the explosion in Manhattan in an underground passageway (all times local): 10:20 a.m. New York City has reopened its subways amid heightened city-wide security after a man with a pipe bomb strapped to…
Happy Holidays at the gas pumps of Chattanooga
Best price is $1.89 at Middle Valley Exxon
Official: Device explodes on NYC subway platform
By COLLEEN LONG Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) - A law enforcement official tells The Associated Press that a man had a pipe bomb strapped to him when it went off on a New York City subway platform. The explosion…
Final push for Moore and Jones in Alabama Senate race
Tomorrow is the special election in Alabama