More To The Story: Choo Choo Invitational
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Another year of the Chattanooga Choo Choo Invitational at Council Fire is "in the books!" It was the 10th year of the event. And organizers are confident…
One injured in Taylor Street shooting
Chattanooga police are investigating a shooting incident that has left a male juvenile injured. It happened at around 9:40 last night in the 2900 block of Taylor Street. Officials say police responded to calls of a person suffering from a…
Wacker Expands Production in Charleston Tennessee
Wacker plans to expand its production in Charleston Tennessee. Governor Bill Lee made the announcement this morning with Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Stuart McWhorter, and Wacker officials. Governor Bill Lee said, “Companies choose to invest in…
Study shows back-to-school shopping costs have nearly doubled
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) -- Inflation has left many families across the country stretched thin this year. With the new school year right around the corner, school supply costs, like food and gas, may…
"One Chattanooga Plan" approved by Chattanooga City Council
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) -- The Chattanooga City Council unanimously approved Mayor Tim Kelly's "One Chattanooga Relief and Recovery Plan" tonight. This unlocks $30,000,000 in American Rescue Plan Act funds for 36 local initiatives. The city says this represents a major step…
Tennessee's abortion ban goes into affect August 25th
NASHVILLE, Tennessee (WDEF) - Tennessee's Attorney General now has a firm date on when the state's full abortion ban will go into affect. It will be on August 25th. The so-called trigger law has been waiting on an official proceeding…
Georgia Judge charged with making terroristic threats over case of stolen veggies
STATESBORO, Georgia (WDEF) - A Georgia judge has been charged with making a terrorist threat by the GBI. 70 year old Chief Magistrate Judge Eddie Anderson faces that charge and a count of violating his oath of office. The GBI…
Aquarium officials say parents can learn from escalator mishap
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Five children were treated by security and E-M-Ts at the Tennessee Aquarium yesterday afternoon following an escalator mishap. It happened around 1:45 in the River Journey Building. The kids were in…
New studies bolster theory coronavirus emerged from the wild
By LAURA UNGAR AP Science Writer Two new studies provide more evidence that the coronavirus pandemic originated in a Wuhan, China market where live animals were sold. This further bolsters the theory that the virus emerged from the wild rather…
Volkswagen announces first ID.4 vehicles made in Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - It's official. Volkswagen's Chattanooga plant is now rolling off the all-electric ID.4 compact SUV. The ID.4 is already Volkswagen's most popular electric vehicle, but they have all been made in Germany. Until now. In a release,…
Mega Millions Jackpot tops $800 million tonight
NASHVILLE (WDEF) - Tonight's Mega Millions jackpot has now climbed to the third highest in game history. The pot now stands at $810 million ($470 million Cash Value). You have until 10:45 PM (EST) to buy a ticket. But you…
Better Business Bureau: Don't Answer Suspicious Text Messages
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) -- According to a 2021 data breach report conducted by Verizon, thirty-six percent of data breaches are caused by phishing scams. Phishing traditionally relies on email to trick a user into providing…
Soddy Daisy soon to reinforce school zone speed limits with traffic cameras
SODDY-DAISY, Tennessee (WDEF) - In an effort to make school zones safer for buses, student drivers, and cops directing traffic, the city of Soddy Daisy will be installing eight new speed cameras. (more…)
Cloudland Dental agrees to fine to settle TennCare fraud claim
KNOXVILLE, Tennessee (WDEF) - A prominent dental company has agreed to pay a hefty fine over alleged TennCare violations. The United States Attorney announced the agreement on Tuesday. Federal prosecutors say Cloudland Dental submitted false claims for dental services to…
Husband charged with shooting his wife Sunday morning
ATHENS, Tennessee (WDEF) - The McMinn County Sheriff says a man has confessed that he shot his wife at their home over the weekend. Joanne Johnson was shot at least two times around 5 AM on Sunday morning at the…
Car Catches on Fire Causing Damage to Hixson Home
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A car caught fire causing damage to a home in Hixson late Monday evening, July 26.…
City of Chattanooga has a $30 million plan for American Rescue Plan money
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - The city of Chattanooga is getting more money, and it's a sizable amount from the federal government. $30 million. It's all part of the American Rescue Plan. The average…
Children injured in escalator mishap at Tennessee Aquarium
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - An escalator mishap injured several children this afternoon at the Tennessee Aquarium. Aquarium officials say it happened around 1:45 PM. They say it happened to a summer camp group visiting the aquarium. A counselor told security that…
How Did Four Men Escape Silverdale Detention Facility?
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) -- According to a sworn affidavit, it was five thirty on Saturday morning when detectives were made aware that four men had escaped from Silverdale Detention Facility. Investigators arrived at the scene…
What's Right With Our Schools: Tennessee Aquarium Mad Scientists Week
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) - Summer learning can be a fluid situation at the Tennessee Aquarium. For Mad Scientists week, campers created rockets fueled with water and Alka-Seltzer. Learning really…
Lauren Alaina signs a new record deal
NASHVILLE (WDEF) - Tennessee Valley native Lauren Alaina has a new recording home in Nashville. She has signed a deal with Independent label Big Loud Records. Big Loud CEO Seth England calls Alaina one of the best vocalists in Nashville,…
Chattooga Co. Sheriff asks for info on weekend cemetery vandalism
TRION, Georgia (WDEF) - The Chattooga County Sheriff is asking for the public's help to identify vandals at a cemetery this weekend. They stuck at the Alexander cemetery off of Spring Creek…
TECH BYTE: Website Helps with Self Tech Repairs
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Why pay someone else to fix your tech products, when you can do it yourself? If you need to repair your phone, computer, or…
Sania Khan remembered in candlelight vigil by her friends and classmates
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - You might not know the name Sania Khan, but she left a legacy with those she knew. A candlelight vigil in her honor took place tonight at her old high…