Pierce wins Whitfield County sheriff's race
DALTON, Ga. (WDEF)- There will be a brand new sheriff in Whitfield County. (more…)
County Commission approves parental leave for employees
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)- Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp praises the approval of paid paternity leave for County government employees. "We are involved in efforts with our Center for thriving families and with the United Way, and advocating that employers…
Whitfield County authorities test raccoon for rabies after it was curled up at the courthouse
DALTON, Georgia (WDEF) - As if there wasn't enough going on in Dalton for election day, Animal Control officers had to deal with a suspicious raccoon. They got a call from the Sheriff about the animal curled up near the…
Beware more traffic restrictions along I 24 this weekend
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Expect more traffic issues this weekend along the I-24 project in Chattanooga. TDOT says crews are planning on reducing west bound traffic (towards Nashville) to just two lanes. The work will happen from Friday night to Tuesday…
Food City grand re-opening in Harrison, Tennessee
The following is a press release from Food City. ABINGDON, VA (Wednesday, November 6, 2024) – Food City company officials hosted ribbon cutting ceremonies today 9 a.m. for the…
Interstate 24 shut down this afternoon due to shooting
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- This afternoon, Interstate 24 got shut down earlier today, due to law enforcement investigating a person being shot. Law enforcement says the individual was shot at 3:40p.m. near mile marker 183-point-4. The roadway was closed off…
Golden Apple Award, Joseph Mayo, Hunter Middle School
OOLTEWAH, TN (WDEF) - Joseph Mayo wears several hats at Hunter Middle School. He's a talented teacher and a capable coach. Mr. Mayo is also passionate about improving…
Tennessee Secretary of State warning voters of text scam
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Tennessee Secretary of State, Tre Hargett, wants to warn Tennessee voters of a scam going around through text. Tennessee voter election scam text / Tennessee Secretary…
Dalton Council approves new alcohol sales ordinance
DALTON, Ga. (WDEF) -- The Dalton Mayor and Council have passed a new ordinance regulating the sale of alcoholic beverages. In a special meeting held Tuesday, the Council voted unanimously to approve Ordinance 24-27 This…
Jackson County man charged with murder after dispute
JACKSON COUNTY, Al. (WDEF) -- A man out of Jackson County was charged with murder after a dispute with his neighbor led to a shooting. At 3:09…
McMinn Sheriff releases stores cited in Vaping crackdown
ATHENS, Tennessee (WDEF) - McMinn County Sheriff Joe Guy is sharing the businesses that were cited in a vape sting last week. The compliance checks…
Compliance check finds number of local illegal vape sales
MCMINN COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A number of local businesses have been issued citations for…
I-75 Northbound at a standstill on Tuesday morning
UPDATE: The wreck has been cleared up as of 8 A.M. Traffic is moving again. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Early Tuesday morning, a multi-vehicle crash with an entrapment causes I-75 to come to a standstill. TDOT reports the crash happened…
What's Right With Our Schools: Catoosa College and Career Academy Logistics Class
RINGGOLD, GA (WDEF) - The Catoosa College and Career Academy specializes in helping students learn the skills they need to land a good job. We take a closer…
Helping students further their education through tnAchieve
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Tennessee Achieves and Chattanooga State Community College got together in the CSCC Health Science Center to celebrate the over 10,000 students who have enrolled for college classes at the community college. …
Renovations to Collegedale imagination station
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - The Collegedale Imagination Station is undergoing some pretty exciting renovations that are set to bring more fun and enjoyment to people of all ages. Starting Monday, November 4th,…
Monroe county Cherohala Skyway homicide victim identified
MONROE COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The victim in the Monroe County, Cherohala Skyway homicide has been identified. The Monroe County Sheriff's Office (MCSO) said in a release, the victim is Steven Douglas Lloyd…
Sankofa Fund Offers Free Rides to the Polls Ahead of Election Day
As Election Day approaches, the Sankofa Fund for Civic Engagement is stepping up to ensure that transportation isn't a barrier to voting. They are offering free rides to the polls, making it easier for everyone in our community to get…
Blackburn, Johnson speak on Senate Race day before election
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Election Day…
Hamilton County Health Department promotes Yellow DOT program
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Hamilton County Health Department is providing emergency care as a part of the Yellow DOT program. "In 2022 there were over 5.9 estimated…
Alleged aggravated assault & robbery reported in UTC parking lot
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The UTC Police Department (UTCPD) received a report of an alleged aggravated assault November 2, 2024. UTCPD reported this incident began off-campus, but ended in UTC Parking Lot #62. The report came from a non-student, who…
Marion County mother suing school system over school threat
MARION COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The mother of a student who was arrested in August for making a school threat in Marion County is suing the school…
Hamilton County Fair releases upcoming three day schedule
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Little Debbie Hamilton County Fair has released it's 3-day schedule. The fair will take place over Veterans Day weekend, November 8-10, 2024. Patrons can expect to enjoy…
Jackson man arrested in Nashville for homicide in Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A man from Jackson, Tennessee, has been arrested in connection with a violent home invasion that occurred nearly four years ago. Travien Cenar Reddick, 23, was taken into custody…