Woman dies in Soddy Daisy fire
SODDY DAISY, Tennessee (WDEF) - The Soddy Daisy Police department and TBI are investigating a fatal fire that happened around 6 o'clock this morning. According to Deputy Chief Dusty Morgan, an elderly female died…
Alabama boy named world's most premature infant to survive
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) — An Alabama boy who weighed less than a pound at birth after his mother went into labor at only 21 weeks and one day of gestation has been certified as the world's most premature baby to…
As cities grow, wastewater recycling gets another look
Around the U.S., cities are increasingly warming to an idea that once induced gags: Sterilize wastewater from toilets, sinks and factories, and eventually pipe it back into homes and businesses as tap water.
Study: Fox viewers more likely to believe COVID falsehoods
People who trust Fox News Channel and other media outlets that appeal to conservatives are more likely to believe falsehoods about COVID-19 and vaccines than those who primarily go elsewhere for news, a study has found.
Rodgers stands by remarks, admits being misleading on status
Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers said Tuesday he stands behind the comments he made last week about why he didn’t get vaccinated for COVID-19, but acknowledges misleading some people about his status before testing positive.
Grants for Tree Planting
Tennessee’s Wildlife Agency is offering grants to help cities, schools, community groups and environmental organizations buy seedlings for planting trees along rivers and streams.
Local Bar Owner Defends Complaints and Reopens
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - "Someone said it was the hip hop culture that was causing all of the problems here and I certainly don't understand how hip hop culture and…
Chip's Good Word: Police food and toy drives this season
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - A couple of area police departments are helping restock shelves this weekend with local food drives. East Ridge Police are asking help…
Police believe suspect in death of a child committed suicide at Hamilton Place
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Chattanooga Police say a woman who apparently took her own life on Monday was charged with the death of a young child over the weekend. The case began on September 10th, when police were called to a…
Brothers Osborne bring message of inclusivity to CMA stage
By KRISTIN M. HALL AP Entertainment Writer NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — When the Brothers Osborne take the stage at the CMA Awards on Wednesday, the award-winning duo will have a powerful message for fans who sometimes feel like outsiders — an…
Golden Apple Award: Jennifer Murray, DuPont Elementary
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) - A child's first teacher plays a vital role in establishing a lifelong love of learning. It's a job that requires plenty of patience, and if you don't love…
Recount shows Randall Franks loses re-election by just 3 votes
RINGGOLD, Georgia (WDEF) - Catoosa County has released the results of a recount into the Ringgold City Council race last week. Officials say the recount affirms the November 2 results that show challenger Earl Henderson defeating incumbent Randall Franks by…
Used car prices still on the rise
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- The whole world turned upside down. Typically when you drive a car off the lot and the price depreciates. Today the price appreciates. Driving is something we rely on but,…
Two Georgia Police officers have been killed in the last week, including mother of 3
HOSCHTON, Ga. (AP) - Authorities say a Georgia sheriff’s deputy has died from a gunshot wound she received when responding to a domestic dispute. WAGA-TV reported the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office identified the deputy as . Officials say Marshall was…
Dean Stockwell of 'Quantum Leap,' 'Blue Velvet' dies at 85
Dean Stockwell, a top Hollywood actor who starred a variety of projects including in “Quantum Leap”, “Blue Velvet,” and “Married to the Mob,” has died.
General Electric to split into 3 public companies
General Electric will divide itself into three public companies focused on aviation, healthcare and energy.
Grateful Gobbler T-Shirt pickup day announced
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Organizers of the 22nd annual Grateful Gobbler have announced when and where you can pick up race day shirts before the Thanksgiving Day race. The first chance is on Saturday, November 20th between 10AM-2PM PLACE: Hixson Abba’s House…
Former Georgia U.S. Senator Max Cleland dies
Max Cleland, who lost three limbs to a Vietnam War hand grenade blast yet went on to serve as a U.S. senator from Georgia, died on Tuesday.
Fire Breaks Out Tuesday Morning in Hixson Neighborhood
A Hixson home caught fire early this morning. Red Shift companies were called to the 3500 block of Enclave Bay Drive at 2:46 AM.
TBI investigating Police shooting in Monteagle
MONTEAGLE, Tennessee (WDEF) - The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is looking into the shooting of a woman Monday by a Monteagle Police officer. In their preliminary report, the TBI says that Monteagle officers go the call of a person with…
Hamilton County School Board Narrows Down Superintendent Search to Four, Begins Interviews
HAMILTON COUNTY (WDEF) - School board members gathered Monday night in a special session to hear the findings from a firm they hired to help find…
Chip's Good Word: Wildlife Photo contest
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - This is your last week to vote for the best wildlife photos of the year in Tennessee. And we've got quite a bunch of great photos to pick…
TBI asks for public's help to solve a Warren County murder
MCMINNVILLE, Tennessee (WDEF) - Agents with the TBI are reaching out to the public to ask for help in solving a murder in Warren County. It happened on Sunday afternoon, October 24th. 36 year old Christopher Hollis was driving on…
Chattanooga Fire Department 150 years
CHATTANOOGA , Tennessee (WDEF)- The Chattanooga Fire Department is celebrating its 150 years of putting out fires and helping keep Chattanooga safe. The CFD officially went into service on November 14, 1871…