Hamilton Co. Schools found low percentage of contaminants in school drinking water
A recent report from the Hamilton County Schools released data on how much of their schools drinking water was contaminated with lead. (more…)
Boater dies in Chickamauga Lake this afternoon
DAYTON, Tennessee (WDEF) - Officials say a man died in the Chickamauga Lake this afternoon after being run over by a boat. TWRA officers say 34 year old Jordan Matthews was in a boat with a woman and child near…
Nashville bid for GOP convention trips up in metro council
By JONATHAN MATTISE Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - A bid to bring the 2024 Republican National Convention to Nashville has hit a roadblock in the left-leaning city’s metro council. Amid opposition to hosting the event, Councilmember Robert Swope withdrew…
More To The Story with Staley: Crimeaholics
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - 29 year old Kenzi Durbin lives here in Chattanooga. Two and a half years ago, she and her good friend Holly Allen started a podcast. Calling…
Chattanooga Police Bust a Drug Operation
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Chattanooga Police made an arrest after busting a drug operation. (more…)
Weston Wamp hosts fundraiser as mayoral election looms
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) -- Republican nominee for Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp hosted a fundraiser earlier tonight. With the general election coming in November, Wamp's focus on public education hasn't wavered, saying it "affects every aspect of life." "If we'll invest…
Indictments against Dr. Antle and Myrtle Beach Safari
MYRTLE BEACH, South Carolina (WDEF) - An animal trainer, a big cat conservationist and TV/movie animal wrangler now faces some federal indictments. But he may be best know for his association with the Tiger King documentaries. Bhagavan Mahamayavi Antle or…
Commissioner-elect mourns son killed in July 4th crash
OOLTEWAH, Tennessee (WDEF) - Hamilton County Commissioner-Elect Jeff Eversole issued a statement today on the death of his son in a vehicle crash in Kentucky. It happened in Harrison County, Kentucky on July 4th. 33 year old Joshua Walker Eversole…
Results of 2nd round of water tests in Hamilton County Schools
UPDATE: The School System has corrected their original release, saying that Rivermont Elementary did not, in fact, have a water violation. ____________________ CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - The Hamilton County School System has released the results from their water testing for lead…
Georgia subpoenaing Giuliani, Graham in Trump election probe
By KATE BRUMBACK and JILL COLVIN Associated Press ATLANTA (AP) - The Georgia prosecutor investigating the conduct of former President Donald Trump and his allies after the 2020 election is subpoenaing U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham and former New York Mayor…
Judges dismiss Jewish couple's suit alleging adoption bias in Tennessee
By JONATHAN MATTISE Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Tennessee judges have dismissed a lawsuit filed by a couple who alleged that a state-sponsored Christian adoption agency refused to help them because they are Jewish. The lawsuit challenged a 2020…
Chattanooga Enters 10-Month Initiative to Assess Blighted Properties
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) -- Chattanooga is one of six cities across the US to have been selected to participate in the Putting Assets to Work Incubator. The program is an initiative to assess underused properties…
Whitfield County warns residents about their new property evaluations
DALTON, Georgia (WDEF) - Whitfield County officials are warning that the new property appraisals going out this week may shock a lot of home owners. But don't panic. It doesn't (necessarily) mean your property tax is going up. The Assessors…
Watts Bar Nuclear Plant Unit 2 back on duty for summer heat
SPRING CITY, Tennessee (WDEF) - TVA has one of its biggest tools back in the game to cope with summer heat demands. Unit 2 at the Watts Bar Nuclear Plant is back online after a scheduled refueling. The project…
Suspect charged with attack on State Trooper
UPDATE from THP: “On Saturday, one of our troopers was the victim of a senseless act of violence,” said Tennessee Highway Patrol Colonel Matt Perry. “He was attacked while conducting what he thought was a routine stop. We know this…
Tennessee Voters Must Register Today for August Election
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF)- Today, July 5, is the last day that voters in Tennessee can register to be eligible for the upcoming August 4 elections. (more…)
Veteran flies American flag while skydiving to honor Military and Veterans this 4th of July
JASPER, Tennessee (WDEF)- "These jumps make me excited to be out here, even after 10,000 jumps. These are the jumps I…
Trenton celebrates 6th annual 1945 Dade County Fair
Monday, the 6th Annual 1945 Dade County Fair was celebrated all day long in Trenton at Jenkins Park. (more…)
What's Right With Our Schools: Grundy Center
For 60 years, the old Grundy County High School educated students in and around Tracy City. It closed 25 years ago but now the building is enjoying a remarkable second act.
Fatal Rossville house fire erupted Monday morning
A residential structure fire occurred on Shearer Drive in Rossville this morning starting at about 6:15 am. (more…)
TECH BYTE: Sony Announces New PC Gaming Gear
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Gamers, rejoice! Sony is out with new gear that'll take your computer gaming experience to the next level. If you're looking to upgrade your…
Hixson couple faces murder charges in starving death of mentally-handicapped son
HIXSON (WDEF) - A Hixson couple is in jail, accused of first-degree murder in the starving death of their mentally-handicapped son. John and Jacqueline Hoover were arrested Friday night. Chattanooga Police say John Hoover called the department, saying his 44-year-old…
McDonagh to Nashville as Tampa Bay clears caps space
Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Ryan McDonagh skates on the ice during the overtime period of Game 4 of the NHL hockey Stanley Cup Finals against the Colorado Avalanche, June 22, 2022, in Tampa, Fla. The Lightning have traded McDonagh to…
Pops on the River Returns
After two years, Pops on the River made it's return this weekend. The free annual event has been held in Coolidge Park since 2000. The Chattanooga Symphony performed for attendees, as well as local bands and solo artists. It is…