Damar Hamlin and American Heart Association challenge people to learn CPR
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Damar Hamlin and the American Heart Association are teaming up to challenge people to learn CPR. CPR saved Hamlin's life after…
James "Dustin" Samples Act Fights for Legislation for First Responders
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Cleveland community gathered together after firefighter James “Dustin” Samples took his own life in December 2020. Captain Samples was diagnosed with…
U-Haul driver fled scene after crashing on Lee Highway
UPDATE: 75 customers lost power as result of the crash this morning. Witnesses say that there was a man and a woman who fled the scene after…
Revivals break out at college chapels
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A Christian chapel service at Asbury University has turned into a six-day revival so far. The college in Wilmore, Kentucky inspired other universities across the nation to do the same. One of those is a local…
Golden Apple Award: Hixson Middle School's Brian Ailey
HAMILTON COUNTY, TN (WDEF) - Music is a fun and important part of a well-rounded education. At Hixson Middle, Brian Ailey hits all the right notes by making…
Winnie the Pooh stars in an R-rated slasher movie
By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer NEW YORK (AP) - The Hundred Acre Wood has seen some pretty unsettling things over the years. A honey jar shortage. Rather blustery days. The omnipresent threat of a Heffalump. But in “Winnie the…
Decatur woman charged with arson at rehab clinic
DECATUR, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A Decatur woman was arrested for setting a fire at a rehabilitation clinic. She was arrested and charged with aggravated arson and vandalism, TBI said. The TBI identified Tifanny Pearl…
Two separate car accidents result in fatalities
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- There were two fatalities in Hamilton County on Sunday, according to the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office. The two fatalities were separate incidents, both being vehicle accidents. One…
School closings for February 15
POLK COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Due to a major water line break and the possibility of water being off all day, West Polk County schools will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday February 15. This includes Benton Elementary, South Polk Elementary, Chilhowee…
Aftermath of Ohio train derailment
EAST PALESTINE, Ohio (WDEF) -- On February 3, about 50 train cars derailed in East Palestine, Ohio. The train was carrying toxic chemicals, which were released into the air. The Norfolk Southern Railroad train…
Name a baby porcupine at the Chattanooga Zoo
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A porcupine family at the Chattanooga Zoo has a new daughter. The zoo teamed up with the Tennessee Valley Federal Credit Union (TVFCU) to…
Police seek motive of gunman who killed 3 at Michigan State
By JOEY CAPPELLETTI and MIKE HOUSEHOLDER Associated Press EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) - Police say the gunman who killed himself hours after fatally shooting three students at Michigan State University was 43-year-old Anthony McRae. Authorities said Tuesday that five people…
Hamilton County home's HVAC catches fire
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A man evacuated his home Tuesday morning after his HVAC air system caught on fire. The Highway 58 Volunteer Fire Department (VFD) reported heavy smoke coming from the home. The fire was at a house…
Thyssenkrupp auto supply plant shutting down in Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - A neighbor and supplier for Chattanooga's Volkswagen plant is shutting down. Thyssenkrupp has filed notice with the Tennessee that they are closing their plant on Volkswagen Drive in Chattanooga. 156 workers will lose their jobs in May.…
Man charged with breaking into Shallowford Nursing Home
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Residents at the Lantern at Morning Pointe got a scare over the weekend. Chattanooga Police say a man broke through a window into the lobby. Witnesses…
Reward for suspect in Chickamauga Battlefield deer shooting
FORT OGLETHORPE, Georgia (WDEF) - The National Park Service is offering a reward for information on illegal hunting at the Chickamauga Battlefield. The case involves the shooting of an 8-point deer last November. A witness reported the shooting around 6PM…
Collegedale hosts first-ever "Galentine's Day" event
COLLEGEDALE, Tenn. (WDEF) -- While Valentine's Day is meant to celebrate the romance between couples, Galentine's Day is meant to celebrate ... well, the gals! Monday night in Collegedale, the…
BlueCross BlueShield releases health equity report
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee has released its first ever health equity report. (more…)
Haletown VFD unveils subscription service
HALETOWN, Tenn. (WDEF) - Those who live in Southeastern Marion County rely on a small firefighting force when emergencies arise. (more…)
Lee University alumnus wins Latin Grammy
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A Lee University alum recently won a Latin GRAMMY for Best Children’s Album. Robert Acevedo Jr. served as the percussionist for the award winning album. He…
Apison Pike Train Tracks Repaired, Roadway Closed Feb. 14
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Collegedale Public Works is repairing the train tracks at Apison Pike and University Drive. A major train crash back in December destroyed…
Better Business Bureau warns of Valentine's Day scams
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Love may be in the air, but our local Better Business Bureau is warning people about romance scams in the community. Officials say a…
Dalton Police searching for runaway teen
UPDATE: The Dalton Police Department says they have located Elizabeth Greenlee, and that she is safe. DALTON, Ga. (WDEF) -- The Dalton Police Department is searching for a teen who ran away…
What's Right With Our Schools: Polytech Academy at Chattanooga State
All too often kids head off to college without any real idea of what they want to do. A collaborative effort between Chattanooga State Community College and Hamilton County Schools helps students get jump start on their career and college.