TECH BYTE: Use Tech to Donate to Charity
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- 'Tis the season of giving! We're not only making sure we're getting gifts for the people we love, but we also can't forget non-profit organizations helping those…
Dave Staley meets the UPS driver who delivered a lost dog to a family
TURTLETOWN, Tennessee (WDEF) - Everybody loves a happy ending to a story. For one family in Polk County, a troubling situation turned into a "sigh of relief." All because of…
Lauren Alaina invited to Join Grand Ole Opry
NASHVILLE, Tennessee (WDEF) - It was a lifetime dream-come-true for a girl from Rossville, Georgia. Singer Lauren Alaina has never been shy about professing her love for the Grand Ole Opry. She has performed their many times. But none of…
Bridge Chattanooga making sure local kids get outdoors
As we first told you last week, Bridge Chattanooga works hard to help students develop the life skills they need in order to be successful. One of their tools to achieve…
CFD Discusses Fire Safety Plans After Residential Fire Displaces Family
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF): A family of four has been displaced just before the holidays following a residential fire Sunday night on the 1400 block of Bradt street. The fire displaced one adult and…
Toys for Tots Gives Gifts Out to Family Forward Families
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF): Christmas is coming early for some Family Forward families thanks to Santa and Toys for Tots. The city of Chattanooga funds the Family Forward initiative, previously called 'Baby University'.…
US Sen. Jon Ossoff of Georgia announces birth of daughter
ATLANTA (AP) - A senator from Georgia is welcoming his first child. U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff said on social media Monday that his wife, Dr. Alisha Kramer, gave birth Friday to a daughter, Eva Beth Ossoff. The 34-year-old Ossoff says…
Family Forward families get their Toys For Tots
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Christmas is coming early for some Family Forward families thanks to Santa and Toys for Tots. The city of Chattanooga funds the Family Forward initiative, previously called 'Baby University'.…
Hutson files lawsuit against county and deputy who shot him
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Ronald Hutson has filed a lawsuit over his shooting by a Hamilton County Deputy in August of 2020. It happened during a chase in the Boston Branch subdivision where Hutson lived. Hutson is charged with attempted first-degree…
Call for Volunteers to serve Christmas dinners at Union Gospel Mission
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Tis the season for volunteering at the Union Gospel Mission. They will serve Christmas dinners to the homeless on Friday, Christmas Eve from 11 AM to 1 PM at the Bessie Smith Cultural Center. And they are…
Police believe Hamilton Place Blvd shooting was a robbery attempt
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Police believe robbery was the motive behind a shooting Saturday night on Hamilton Place Boulevard. It happened just before midnight at the Regal Movie Theater area. Investigators say a 24 year old was sitting in a vehicle…
Man Shot On Boulevard
On December 18, 2021 at approximately 11:49 p.m, Chattanooga Police responded to the 2000 block of Hamilton Place Boulevard on a report of shots fired. Upon arrival, officers located shell casings in the parking lot and secured the scene.…
Moderna: Initial booster data shows good results on omicron
Moderna said Monday that a booster dose of its COVID-19 vaccine should offer protection against the rapidly spreading omicron variant.
Abrams seeks national voting rights action before 2022 race
DECATUR, Ga. (AP) — Stacey Abrams, who built her national reputation by advocating for voting rights, is calling on Congress to take action on federal voting rules as the Democrat launches a second bid to become Georgia's governor. (more…)
Emma's last Winter Wonderland made possible by Bradley County EMS
CLEVELAND, Tennessee (WDEF)- Emma Cummings is just 18 years old, but might be experiencing her last Christmas. "I am pretty sick. This is my last Christmas,"…
Perry's Promise saving Timber's life
ROSSVILLE, Georgia (WDEF) - A former stray puppy has needed multiple surgeries after being attacked while sleeping. Timber went to bed one night where he thought he would safe. That ended…
East Ridge couple shows Christmas spirit with gift giveaway
Christmas is only eight days away, and some might find it hard to find or even afford gifts this holiday season. One couple in East Ridge wants you to know that help…
Wreaths across Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)-The weather cooperated better than expected during the tradition of Wreaths across Chattanooga continuing Saturday Chattanooga once again took part in the The National wreath-laying ceremony, Wreaths Across America. The…
Elizabeth Holmes' fraud case heads to the jury
SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — The jury that will weigh 11 charges of fraud and conspiracy against former Theranos CEO Elizabeth Holmes finally got the case Friday afternoon after a three-month trial that captivated Silicon Valley. The hand-off came after…
Bricks of Honor
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- After a few delays, New names honoring those who have served are part of the Charles H Coolidge Medal of Honor Heritage Center. The brick of honor dedication ceremony…
Typhoon leaves 31 dead, many homes roofless in Philippines
MANILA, Philippines (AP) — A powerful typhoon left at least 31 people dead, knocked down power and communications in entire provinces and wrought widespread destruction mostly in the central Philippines, officials said Saturday. A governor said her island has been…
Biden marks anniversary of 1972 car crash that killed wife
GREENVILLE, Del. (AP) — President Joe Biden on Saturday commemorated the 49th anniversary of the car crash that killed his first wife and infant daughter, visiting their graves at the Saint Joseph on the Brandywine Roman Catholic Church. Their deaths occurred…
Tornadoes' toll: Family members mourn those they lost
Annistyn Rackley was an outgoing and energetic 9-year-old who didn’t let a rare liver condition prevent her from the activities she loved: swimming, dancing and cheerleading, her great-aunt Sandra Hooker said. The girl delighted in donning outfits and makeup for…
Tennessee-Memphis canceled due to COVID issues with Tigers
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The men's basketball game between No. 18 Tennessee and Memphis was canceled about an hour before tipoff Saturday due to COVID-19 issues within the Tigers' program. The Volunteers had warmed up and were ready to play…