Large rail union rejects deal, renewing strike possibility
The U.S.'s third largest railroad union rejected a deal with employers Monday, renewing the possibility of a strike that could cripple the economy.
Feds: Gopher tortoise not threatened over most of its range
The federal government says the gopher tortoise isn't threatened in most of its range. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service decision Tuesday is likely to disappoint environmental groups that sued to get federal protection for them.
Walker County Town Hall promotes two upcoming developments
WALKER COUNTY, Georgia (WDEF) -- The Walker Co. Government hosted a town hall meeting tonight to discuss updates on two major community developments. Local politicians believe county residents…
Chattanooga begins week of youth-centered events
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) -- Monday night kicks off a week of events geared toward Chattanooga youth during Hamilton County Schools' Fall Break. The city's interim director of community safety, Chris Sands,…
Could your new phone call 911 when you get on a rollercoaster?
SEVIERVILLE, Tennessee (WDEF) - The new iPhone could give rollercoaster riders a headache. And the folks at Dollywood are taking notice. The new iPhone 14 and 14 Pro can alert emergency services if you have been in a wreck. The…
What's Right With Our Schools: Juanita Foster
ROSSVILLE, GA (WDEF) - When Juanita Foster began her teaching career, Dwight D. Eisenhower was in office. Her love of children kept Foster coming back year after year. That kind of dedication is is…
RV Explodes in Murray County
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) -- An RV exploded this morning at 411 River Rest Campground in Murray County. According to the campground manager, two people were injured -- both of whom were owners of the RV.…
TN Achieves needs 152 mentors for Hamilton County in next 2 weeks
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tennessee (WDEF) - With a deadline approaching, our area still needs a lot of volunteers to help out rising college students. The deadline to sign up to be a tnAchieves mento is October 21. And Hamilton County still…
Body found a day later in rubble of Gatlinburg fire
GATLINBURG, Tennessee (WDEF) - Officials now say a Sunday fire in Gatlinburg was deadly. It broke out Sunday early morning at a building on Gatlinburg Parkway…
Davis Lundy resigns as Mayor Wamp advisor after DUI arrest
COLLEGEDALE, Tennessee (WDEF) - A top advisor for County Mayor Weston Wamp has resigned after an arrest in Collegedale last week. Davis Lundy was charged with…
New 178 I-24 East exit now open
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF) - If you do much driving in downtown Chattanooga, you are no stranger to roadwork and having to navigate around it. TDOT now wants to make motorists aware of…
Tennessee deadline Tuesday to register to vote in November
Tennesseans are running out of time to register to vote in the Nov. 8 primary election.
Small business loan deadline approaching in Tennessee
Private nonprofit organizations in 13 Tennessee counties have a few more weeks to file for federal economic injury disaster loans for losses from storms and tornadoes last December.
Out of the Darkness Walk Raises Awareness about Suicide Prevention
Author's Note: This article discusses the topic of suicide. If you or someone you know needs help, please call the National…
CPD Investigating Amnicola Highway Shooting
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Chattanooga police are investigating a shooting from early Saturday morning. It happened at 3 a.m. in the 2500 block of Amnicola Highway. Officers were told the shooting stemmed from an argument between two women. The victim…
Chattanooga Police Make Shooting Arrest
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Chattanooga police make an arrest in a shooting from nearly a month ago. Police say they're charging 30-year-old Ronald Spence with Attempted First Degree Murder and Aggravated Domestic Assault. The shooting happened shortly after 5:30 a.m.…
21st Annual Chattanooga Oktoberfest come to First Horizon Pavilion
The 21st annual Oktoberfest kicked off at the First Horizon Pavilion Saturday afternoon. This free two-day festival lasts until 5 p.m. Sunday, October 9th. The event features German cultural experiences such as a live oompah music, authentic food, German contests…
Chattanooga's Walk to END Alzheimer's, held Saturday morning
The Alzheimer's Association held their annual walk to end Alzheimer's event Saturday morning. A crowd of purple and pin wheels took AT&T Field by storm in show of support. (more…)
Doctor Recommends "Baseline" Breast Cancer Screening at 35
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) -- For thirty-seven years, October has been Breast Cancer Awareness Month, calling attention to a disease that will affect as many as one in eight women in their lifetime. According to…
Chattanooga launches city-wide Music Census
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) -- The Scenic City is working to boost its music industry. Today, the Chattanooga Tourism Company, city leaders, and ArtsBuild organization announced the launch of the Chattanooga Music Census. Donna Harrison, Chattanooga's…
Suspect Sends Police on Chase in Collegedale
COLLEGEDALE, Tenn. (WDEF)- A suspect sent police in the Collegedale area on a chase before escaping Friday afternoon. (more…)
Brainerd student charged with making school threat
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Hamilton County officials have charged a student with making school threats. They say a student at Brainerd High told a teacher this morning that they were going to shoot up the school. After the SRO investigated,…
More To The Story with Staley: Firefighters Gala
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - The Bessie Smith Cultural Center on MLK Boulevard will be a "happening" place come November the 5th. As the Net Resource Foundation is partnering with the…
Rossville Man Sets Own Home on Fire
ROSSVILLE, Ga. (WDEF)- A man has been arrested in Rossville after he committed arson against his own fire. (more…)