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CPD announces staffing changes to address gun violence

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - “With the increase of gun violence, not just in the city of Chattanooga but across the nation, I think this is the right move,” says Chattanooga City Councilman, Chip Henderson. Starting July 2nd,…

Fatal shooting in Cleveland

CLEVELAND, Tennessee (WDEF) - Cleveland Police are investigating a fatal shooting. It happened at 1017 3rd Street SE in East Cleveland just before 2 PM. Officers found a man at the scene with a gunshot wound. The victim died at…

Memorial Day Travel Surge Expected

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) - With relaxed mask mandates, vaccinations, and a little freedom from the CDC,  experts expect more than 37 million travelers to hit the road this Memorial Day weekend. According to AAA, last year's travel volume was the lowest…

Bear Safety During Late Spring with TWRA

It's that time of year to be more bear aware! A bear was spotted in East Ridge just a few days ago. Young black bears often wander during the late spring when they are leaving their mothers…

Will Alabama push back 3rd grade reading requirement?

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey is weighing whether to delay next year’s high-stakes requirement to hold back third-graders who aren’t reading on grade level. Ivey has through Thursday to sign legislation by Sen. Rodger Smitherman, a Birmingham…

How to keep yourself safe during tick season

WHITFIELD COUNTY, Georgia (WDEF) - These warming temperatures and upcoming summer vacations are leading to more people being outside. At the same time, ticks are becoming more active. "A tip on not getting bit by ticks when…

Bonny Oaks DMV temporarily closed

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) - The Bonny Oaks Driver Services Center is temporarily closed. The Department of Safety and Homeland security’s communication director says the DMV is closed due to a shortage of personnel due to health reasons.  They said they can’t…

Neighbor photographs bear in East Ridge

EAST RIDGE, Tennessee (WDEF) - Neighbors in East Ridge spotted a bear this morning. A resident on Sanctuary road captured this photo off of his balcony. Here is something you don't want to see in your backyard.…

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