“Smart Is Cool” Day
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - This Sunday the Chattanooga Market hosted STEM organizations in celebration of the 24th annual National “Smart is Cool” Day. STEM, which stands for science, technology, engineering, and math, focuses on…
Coolidge Park is hosting The Grateful Gobbler Walk
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - It's time to start preparing for Chattanooga's annual Grateful Gobbler Walk, where all proceeds go to the MaClellan Shelter. This walk is an annual…
Kelsey's Christmas for Kids
CHICKAMAUGA, Ga. (WDEF)- Chickamauga hosted their Pumpkin festival which included lots of shopping and learning about "Kelsey's Christmas for Kids" organization. Residents from the Chickamauga community and Chattanooga came to see all…
EPB Free Tree ReLeaf Program
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Over 1,000 trees were given away this weekend as the Free Tree ReLeaf event took place. EPB customers were given the opportunity to obtain two native plants for their home as…
25th Anniversary of Coolidge Park
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - One of Chattanooga’s most beloved landmarks and parks is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. This is a celebratory weekend full of fun-filled activities for all ages to…
Walden Ridge Rescue Unveils New Trucks to Enhance Community Emergency Response
Today marks a pivotal moment for Walden Ridge Rescue as they unveil two brand-new rescue trucks. These vehicles are not just state-of-the-art; they represent a commitment to improving emergency response in the community. “We consider it an investment in the…
Walker County school board defers superintendent decision amid outcry from Raines supporters
LaFAYETTE, Ga. (WDEF)- Controversy ignited inside of the Walker County…
Alabama’s “Million Dollar Band” Performs at Finley Stadium
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - The Alabama Million Dollar Band came rolling and marching through Chattanooga on their way to the upcoming Alabama Crimson Tide versus our very own Tennessee Vols in Knoxville. The band…
Several road closures throughout Chattanooga Oct 19 & 20
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- There will be several roads throughout the Chattanooga area this upcoming weekend. CDOT reported the following roads in the following areas will see closings: Seven Bridges Marathon: October 20, 2024 from 4:00 a..m to 2:00 p.m.…
McKamey Animal Center and Crown Subaru's pet adoption event
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The McKamey Animal Center Adoption and Crown Subaru are teaming up to host a pet adoption event tomorrow. This event is a part of…
Ex-NFL quarterback Jay Cutler arrested for DUI and gun possession in Tennessee
Former NFL quarterback Jay Cutler was arrested for a DUI and gun possession in Tennessee after a collision with another vehicle, police confirmed to CBS News on Friday. Cutler, 41, was arrested on DUI and…
North Carolina early voters, still recovering from Helene, top turnout in 2020
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — More North Carolina residents turned out to cast ballots on the first day of early voting this year than in 2020, even as residents from the mountainous western portion of the state continued to recover from the devastating…
TVA receives $250 million clean energy grant
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Today, the U.S. Department of Energy announced that the Tennessee Valley Authority was selected for a $250 million grant. They were selected for a $250 million…
Firefighters say East Brainerd blaze should remind us of space heater rules
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Chattanooga firefighters say an incident in East Brainerd Thursday night should be a reminder to us all. They responded to a quadplex fire on Rosebrook Drive off of Igou Gap Road around 9PM. They eventually found…
Cleveland Police investigating school threat
CLEVELAND, Tennessee (WDEF) - Cleveland Police report they are investigating a social media threat directed toward the High School on riday. They have increased their presence at Cleveland High today as a precaution. The post was made around 8 PM…
Proposed Apison development causes nearby residents to voice disapproval
APISON, Tenn. (WDEF)- Rapid…
'Jail and Bail" raises funds for Heritage Park inclusive playground
Hamilton County Commissioner Lee Helton and Collegedale Commission candidate Billy Burnette being "arrested", so they can be "bailed" out to raise money…
Chattanooga Police investigating fatal crash involving pedestrian
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Chattanooga Police (CPD) are investigating a fatal crash on I-75 that involved a pedestrian. CPD responded to a pedestrian struck call October 17, 2024 at 7:15 a.m. They were dispatched near 720 Interstate 75. Upon arrival,…
Doctors raise Breast Cancer Awareness throughout October
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Throughout the Month of October, Parkridge Medical Center and Chattanooga Imaging are spreading hope to women affected by Breast Cancer. "The survival rates are actually improving,…
A father and son are both indicted on murder charges in a mass school shooting in Georgia
ATLANTA (AP) — A Georgia grand jury indicted both a father and son on murder charges Thursday in a…
Free trees offered to EPB customers for greener Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- EPB customers are getting a change to take home up to two free trees this weekend as part of their Tree ReLeaf program. October 19, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00…
Israel says Yahya Sinwar, Hamas' top leader in Gaza, killed in major blow to militant group
Israel's Foreign Minister Israel Katz said Thursday that Hamas' top leader and long-time commander in the Gaza Strip, Yahya Sinwar,…
Firefighters respond to early morning apartment fire in Red Bank
UPDATE (10/17/2024): Red Bank Fire Chief, Brent Sylar, ruled the Willox Creek Apartment Complex fire an accident. Chief Sylar also stated that the fire started in…
Catoosa schools score third highest SAT marks in Georgia
RINGGOLD, Georgia (WDEF) - Catoosa County is proud of their student SAT scores. The school system had the third highest set of scores in Georgia. Their average score was 1129. Only two city school systems did better. Superintendent Charles Nix…