More To The Story With Staley: Cristal writes a book
OOLTEWAH, Tennessee (WDEF) - "I've always wanted to write books since I was a little kid. And it's always been in the back of my mind. And after…
Bradley County man facing assault charges after Tuesday morning stabbing
CLEVELAND, Tennessee (WDEF) - A Bradley County man has been arrested after he allegedly stabbed another man early yesterday morning. Wesley Beck is being charged with one count of Aggravated Assault. The incident took place at around 1:30 A.M. Tuesday,…
Florida sees rise in flesh-eating bacteria amid Ian concerns
Florida has seen an increase in cases of flesh-eating bacteria this year driven largely by a surge in the county hit hardest by Hurricane Ian.
Police search Georgia landfill for missing toddler's remains
uthorities say they plan to search a Georgia landfill for the remains of a toddler reported missing nearly two weeks ago. Chatham County Police Chief Jeff Hadley said Tuesday that investigators have evidence that leads them to believe 20-month-old Quinton Simon's body was dumped in a trash bin that had its contents deposited at the landfill outside Savannah.
Witnesses describe shooting that set off Memphis rampage
A man testified Tuesday that he saw an acquaintance shoot his friend and business partner, unprovoked, outside his Tennessee home in a killing that authorities said sparked a daylong crime rampage that paralyzed Memphis.
Groups mobilize to help voters confronting new election laws
Voters in Georgia, Texas and some other states are facing new hurdles to cast a ballot during the midterm elections under laws passed by Republican-led legislatures following President Donald Trump’s false claims that voter fraud cost him reelection in 2020.
Residents respond to Collegedale rezoning
COLLEGEDALE, Tenn. (WDEF) -- For months, hundreds in the local community had vocally opposed the rezoning at Collegedale's planning and city commission meetings. Over 3,500 signatures had also been signed on…
City Council to vote on multi-million dollar sewer bond
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) -- The Chattanooga City Council is voting Tuesday night on money to help improve the city's wastewater system. If approved, a $186,000,000 loan from the…
"Super fan" charged with plotting sexual assault accusation against college coach
ATLANTA, Georgia (WDEF) - A couple have been charged with a conspiracy to extort Georgia Tech with a sexual assault accusation. They were indicted by a federal grand jury in Georgia. Prosecutors say Ronald Bell and Jennifer Pendley conspired to…
Memphis announces major sports facility plan, requiring some state money
MEMPHIS, Tennessee (WDEF) - Memphis is the latest Tennessee city to ask the state to kick in money for new sports facilities. Nashville announced their plans for a new Titans stadium on Monday. Both Chattanooga and Knoxville are also building…
Golden Apple: Ashley Frogg, Rossville Elementary
ROSSVILLE, GA (WDEF) - Ashley Frogg has a gift for connecting with some of youngest students at Rossville Elementary. She lays the foundation for a life-long love of learning. That lesson is not…
Georgia sets early voting record, TN & NC also start this week
ATLANTA, Georgia (WDEF) - Early Voting began in Georgia on Monday with record setting numbers. The state reports that more than 130,000 Georgians voted…
Social Security Beneficiaries to see largest increase to payments in over 40 years
Americans on Social Security will see the largest increase to their checks in over four decades. On average, Social Security benefits will increase by more than $140/month. (more…)
TVFCU hosts 5th Annual Idea Leap Grant Pitch Competition
Tennessee Valley Federal Credit Union hosted their annual grant annual competition Tuesday. This is the 5th year for the competition where small business owners from across the area compete to win grant funding.…
Student loan forgiveness application website goes live
President Joe Biden has officially kicked off the application process for his student debt cancellation program. He announced Monday that 8 million borrowers had already applied for loan relief during the federal government’s soft launch period over the weekend.
Dollar General faces new penalties for store safety issues
Federal regulators said Dollar General is facing another $1.68 million in fines after government safety inspectors found violations at four of the chain’s stores in Alabama, Florida and Georgia.
Appalachian Regional Commission awards $47M for projects
The Appalachian Regional Commission has awarded $47 million to 52 projects aimed at economic diversification in communities affected by job losses in the coal industry.
Man charged with abusing body of woman last seen in Florida
A man is charged with abusing the corpse of a former girlfriend whose body was found in a shallow grave in an Alabama barn days after the two had met in the Florida Panhandle to exchange custody of their daughter.
tnAchieves mentor deadline is this Friday
NASHVILLE, Tennessee (WDEF) - Tennessee needs 2,900 volunteer mentors by Friday. That's the goal for the tnAchieves scholarship program which provides mentors to students going to college for the first time. But some local counties have already hit their target,…
Candidates face off in first debate for Georgia Governor
ATLANTA (WDEF) - The first debate tonight among candidates for Governor of Georgia was a three person event. Governor Brian Kemp, Democratic challenger Stacey Abrams and Libertarian Shane Hazel faced off in Atlanta.…
Teenager shot at foot of Missionary Ridge
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Chattanooga Police are investigating the shooting of a teenager this evening at the foot of Missionary Ridge. It happened in the 2700 block of East 25th Street near the I 24 Ridgecut around 7:30 PM. When officers…
Collegedale City Commission to hold final rezoning vote
UPDATE: The City Commission unanimously voted to approve the rezoning. ____________ COLLEGEDALE, Tenn. (WDEF) -- After months of community backlash, Collegedale's City Commission will vote tonight on a controversial rezoning that could impact…
Kemp/Abrams debate tonight at 7PM
https://www.gpb.org/events/news/2022/10/17/governor-debate ATLANTA (WDEF) - Georgia Governor Brian Kemp and challenger Stacey Abrams face off tonight in a debate on the first day of early voting in their race. It is the…
Analysis: What the Kroger-Albertsons merger could mean for our area
NEW YORK (WDEF) - Friday saw a blockbuster announcement in the grocery wars, but one that shouldn't have an immediate effect on the Chattanooga market. However, experts say there are implications. Kroger announced plans to merge with the Albertsons grocery…
