Family wants answers in Walker County death
The family of a man who was found dead in Walker County more than a year ago wants answers.
Fundraiser for Summitt Piano fire families
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…
Red Bank resident creates anti-theft Facebook page
RED BANK, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Moore family lives on Crestview Drive in Red Bank. They found their truck missing the one Saturday morning. And thanks to social media, they got it back the same day. Tammy Moore and her…
Dalton police now searching for suspect who was shot in the face
DALTON, Georgia (WDEF) - Dalton Police are asking for the public's help in finding another suspect in the drug deal shooting on Wrinkle Street in November. Investigators say that on November 27th, Nathan Hastey and Elijah Ensley went to the…
Update: Suspect in Walker County hit and run caught
According to the Walker County Sheriff's Office, a suspect in a hit and run death in Walker County is now in custody in Chattanooga.
Walker County Commissioner holds public input session on animal control ordinances
WALKER COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) - Walker County is looking to make changes to its laws about animals and wants to hear from residents. A public input session on animal control ordinances was held at the library in LaFayette Tuesday night.…
Brunch bill would expand Sunday alcohol sales in Georgia
ATLANTA (AP) - Georgians could soon be able to order mimosas from restaurants or buy beer from supermarkets on Sunday mornings under a proposal that has passed its first hurdle. The Senate Regulated Industries and Utilities Committee on Tuesday voted…
Beavers drops Republican bid for Tennessee governor
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Former state Sen. Mae Beavers says she is dropping out of the crowded Republican field for the Tennessee governor's race. On Facebook Tuesday, the Mt. Juliet ex-lawmaker said it was not a light decision to suspend…
Piano store owner reacts to devastating fire
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- An early morning fire devastated two businesses on Lee Highway. Chattanooga firefighters needed over an hour to tame the blaze at General Appliance Warehouse this morning. Now business owners try to figure out the next step…
Investigators ask for videos of Brainerd Brawl
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Investigators want anyone with video of a basketball fight at Brainerd High school to contact the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office. The TSSAA has suspended both Brainerd and Austin East basketball teams following that brawl over the weekend.…
Wacker-Charleston creates safety page for its neighbors
CHARLESTON, Tennessee (WDEF) - The Wacker-Charleston chemical plant now has a new website for concerned citizens in the area. Four months have passed since the plant's major hydrogen gas leak and explosion at the beginning of September. At the time,…
Golden Apple: Judy Sivils
A Hixson High School teacher helps students with their reading and math skills, earning her a Golden Apple Award.
Walker County looking for driver in fatal hit and run
Investigators are looking for the person responsible for a fatal hit and run Tuesday morning in Walker County.
8 more schools get Volkswagen eLabs
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Eight more Hamilton County schools will get Volkswagen eLabs next year. The Public Education Foundation announced the next schools this morning. They at Brainerd High, Brown Middle, Center for Creative Arts, Hixson Middle, Hixson High, Ooltewah Middle,…
Fire burns two businesses on Lee Highway
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - When Chattanooga firefighters got the the scene just after midnight, it was already too late to save most of the products inside. The fire burned General Appliance Warehouse on top and Summitt Pianos and Organs on the…
Child dies, others hurt after Georgia school bus crash
WARNER ROBINS, Ga. (AP) - Authorities say a 6-year-old girl has died after a school bus she was riding in overturned in Georgia. Five other people were injured in the crash Monday afternoon. Warner Robins Assistant Police Chief John Wagner…
Recently released study takes a look at downtown Chattanooga parking
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - "I got hired on in the kitchen. I've worked here since day one. So I know everything about this place and the area that we exist in," Community Pie General Manager Brian Scott said He also…
In State of the State address, Haslam challenges Tennessee to 'be the best'
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Gov. Bill Haslam is using his eighth and final annual address to tout the state's achievements and challenge Tennessee to "be the best" in the nation in jobs, education and government efficiency. In his State of…
Cleveland caregiver steals thousands from dementia patient
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) -- After three years of court trials and hearings, the family of Forrest Coleman finally has justice. In just about 38 days, Rick Stevison stole thousands of dollars of jewelry, cash and other items from an elderly…
Fort Oglethorpe Police Department honors officer
The Fort Oglethorpe Police Department is mourning the loss of one of their own.
Brainerd basketball temporarily suspended after brawl
NASHVILLE, Tennessee (WDEF) - The TSSAA has suspended both the Austin East and Brainerd basketball teams from play after their brawl on Saturday night. One students was injured when the fight broke out on the court and spread to the…
Banana Republic leaving Hamilton Place Mall
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - One of Hamilton Place Mall's longest running retailers has closed up shop here. Banana Republic posted signs encouraging customers to visit their store in Knoxville. Gap announced last fall that they planned on closing about 10% of…
Georgia first lady Sandra Deal has tumor removed
ATLANTA (AP) - Georgia Gov. Nathan Deal's wife says she has successfully undergone surgery to remove a tumor after being diagnosed with breast cancer. A press release issued by the governor's office Monday said first lady Sandra Deal was diagnosed…
Advocacy group fights bill to keep lottery winners anonymous
ATLANTA (AP) - A local free speech advocacy group is denouncing a bi-partisan proposal being considered by the state Senate to allow lottery winners to remain anonymous. The Georgia First Amendment Foundation says in a statement that allowing the government…