Youth Villages urges community to meet growing foster needs
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - As the holiday season is approaching, many of us focus on family, togetherness, and celebration. But for children in foster care, this time…
Suspicious individual on Cumberland County High School campus arrested
CROSSVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A suspicious suspect on the campus of Cumberland County High School (CCHS) was arrested yesterday. The Cumberland County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) stated at approximately…
Helpful tips for your Christmas Tree
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) -- Christmas tree shopping can be stressful. How do you know what to get? Haley Mills Gudger the Tree Lot Manager at Bear Valley Farms suggests, “I would definitely check on the freshness of the tree. You…
Whitfield County Fire Department responds to Utility Road fire
WHITFIELD COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) -- The Whitfield County Fire Department (WCFD) responded to a structure fire last night. At approximately 8:56 p.m., December 4, 2024, WCFD were…
HCSO deputy arrested and placed on leave after receiving child pornography charges
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A deputy with the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) has been placed on administrative leave after an investigation resulted…
Rossville Fire Department responded to commercial vehicle fire
ROSSVILLE, Ga. (WDEF) -- The Rossville Fire Department (RFD) responded to a commercial vehicle fire early Wednesday morning. At approximately 12:50 a.m., December 4, 2024, RFD was dispatched…
Cleveland attempted murder suspect found in Arizona
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A Cleveland man wanted for attempted First Degree murder was found in Arizona. In March of 2023, the Cleveland Police Department's (CPD) Criminal Investigations…
HK Architects Approved for Health Department Project
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Hamilton County Board of Commissioners met Wednesday afternoon for their weekly meeting to discuss future plans with the Health Department. While discussing the overall…
Raising Awareness: The Importance of HIV Testing and Prevention
In recognition of World AIDS Day, The Living Bridge Center in Dalton is offering rapid H-I-V testing. For those at risk or simply wanting to know their status, this free, quick, and confidential test provides results in just 20 minutes.…
UPS making service adjustments after Athens facility fire
ATHENS, Tenn. (WDEF)- Many people awaiting packages across the northern portions of our viewing area may experience some significant delays. (more…)
TDA gang member makes first Hamilton County court appearance
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The four people…
Collegedale domestic assault complaint leads to SWAT standoff
COLLEGEDALE, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A man has been arrested after causing a SWAT standoff in Collegedale this afternoon. The Collegedale Police Department (CPD) responded to 5800 Karen Street on a domestic assault complaint…
Frigid temperatures impact recovery efforts for displaced Hurricane Helene survivors
Months after Hurricane Helene made landfall, a cold snap is gripping the Southeastern portion of the U.S., including in Asheville, North Carolina, where people still displaced by the…
Tennessee Aquarium announces new Macaroni Penguin chick
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Tennessee Aquarium has announced a new Macaroni Penguin chick.…
Dolly Parton's French bulldog faces holiday dilemma in new children's book "Billy the Kid Comes Home for Christmas"
Dolly Parton's French bulldog faces holiday dilemma in new children's book, "Billy the Kid Comes Home for Christmas"…
Athens Fire Department responded to late night UPS fire
ATHENS, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Athens Fire Department (AFD) responded to a structure fire at the UPS facility late last night. Crews were dispatched to the facility at…
Hamilton County received 1.2 million for MAT program
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Hamilton County has been awarded a $1.2 million grant to build the new Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) program at the Hamilton County Jail and Detention Center. Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp announced this December 4,…
Attorney charged with forging chancellor's signature in Rhea Co.
RHEA COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A man from Chickamauga, Georgia has been charged with forgery after a conducted investigation by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI). TBI special agents…
UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson killed in shooting outside Midtown, Manhattan hotel
NEW YORK - UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was killed in a shooting Wednesday morning outside a hotel in Midtown, Manhattan, the NYPD says. A spokesperson for…
Consumers are buying new gifts and hackers are finding new ways to scam
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - With the holidays right around the corner, scammers are on the hunt for new ways to trick consumers. As the holidays are approaching, hackers are on the rise. Michael Bruemmer,…
Golden Apple: Caleb Rowland, Nolan Elementary
Signal Mountain, TN (WDEF) - Caleb Rowland is a young teacher, but he has really hit the ground running at Nolan Elementary. He's always researching fun projects for his students,…
Embracing the Spirit of Giving
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Giving Tuesday, which falls right after Black Friday and Cyber Monday, allows for the shift from consumerism to compassion. It serves as a time to support nonprofits, local charities, and…
Hamilton County, Chattanooga eviction rate highest in 8 years
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The housing crisis has been the topic of much discussion for years as many find it increasingly difficult to obtain. (more…)
Highway 58 firefighters assist in duplex HVAC fire
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Highway 58 Volunteer Fire Department assisted in an HVAC fire this afternoon. Crews were dispatched to 6079 Harrison Ooltewah Road…
