Work Zone Awareness
"We're going to have more projects ramping up" said GDOT spokesperson Joe Schulman. "We're going to have more people on the roads."
The Biden Administration expands Summer food Program
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn (WDEF) - The Biden Administration is planning to launch the biggest summer food program in U.S history. It's the latest push by the White House to address food insecurity. The USDA announced that they will…
No appointment needed COVID-19 vaccine walk-in clinic in Dalton on Saturday
DALTON, Georgia- People looking to get their covid vaccination will be able to this Saturday in Dalton with no appointment needed. All people will need to do is Walk into the COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic at the Mack Gaston Community Center…
Tips to reduce COVID-19 vaccine side effects
(WDEF)- As with any type of medicine, there are potential side effects from receiving the covid-19 vaccine. "Plan for the worst and hope for the best. I really can’t predict who's going to have the symptoms or…
Gov. Lee ends Covid-19 restrictions in Tennessee
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee has declared that COVID-19 is no longer a statewide public health crisis, saying he's removing the option for most local governments to mandate masks in public and urging a few big counties…
Tenth Anniversary of the 2011 tornado outbreak
It was 10 years ago on this day when a deadly tornado outbreak rocked the Chattanooga region to its core, in what was among the deadliest outbreaks in modern history. We endured dozens of confirmed tornadoes that…
Fatal shooting on North Chamberlain Avenue
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - A 28 year old man was killed Monday night in a shooting in Avondale. It happened after 7PM in the 1700 block of North Chamberlain Avenue. Police found Jamichael Jones suffering from a gunshot wound. He would…
Chattanooga man captured for Dalton bar murder
DALTON, Georgia (WDEF) - The suspect in a Sunday morning fatal shooting in Dalton has been captured. 26 year old Devon R. Wheeler of Chattanooga is charged with felony murder and aggravated assault in the death Rashad Goldston at the…
Tamiko Grogins is missing in Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Chattanooga Police are looking for a missing woman. 45 year old Tamiko Grogins was last seen leaving her job. She was driving a light blue Chrysler Sebring, unknown tag. If you have information on where she might…
McDonald's, Pilot Company hiring in Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - With vaccinations rolling out and businesses continuing to reopen, many major companies are looking to fill up job positions in the Chattanooga area. Local McDonald’s restaurants are hoping to hire approximately 1,200 employees…
What's Right With Our Schools: Cleveland's BLADE Project
CLEVELAND, TN (WDEF) - Cleveland City Schools complete a momentous, multi-year project. Every student in the Cleveland City School system now has a laptop. BLADE is an acronym for Blended Learning and Digital Enhancement, and it's a…
Last Call for Girl Scout Cookies
In response to the covid pandemic, Girl Scouts of Southern Appalachian, which serves the East Tennessee region, will host a series of last call drive-thru events.
Firefighter Expectations Under Kelly Administration
Their current salaries have been frozen by the Berke administration due to the covid pandemic, according to the Chattanooga Firefighter Association.
Hamilton County Mask Mandate Set to End this Week
The mask mandate in Hamilton County is set to expire this Wednesday. Thursday, the 29th will be the first official day that masks will not be required. The mask mandate was first put into effect July 10th of last year.…
Rash of stabbings at Silverdale Detention Facility
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Hamilton County officials confirm multiple stabbings at the Silverdale Detention Facility over the weekend. The confirmation comes after several family members of the victims contacted us about the incidents, complaining they couldn't get information from officials about…
People missing covid vaccinate second dose appointments
(WDEF)- A growing number of Americans have missed their scheduled second dose of a Covid-19 vaccine, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. As most people are aware the vaccines by Pfizer and Moderna require two…
Cherohala Wildfire now 75% contained
CLEVELAND, Tennessee (WDEF) - The Cherokee National Forest reports progress from over the weekend in battling a wildfire in the mountains of Monroe County. The Long Branch fire has burned more than 700 acres near the North Carolina border. Smoke…
Tennessee PTA memberships drop drastically as a result of the Pandemic
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn (WDEF) - The Parent Teacher Association has seen a dramatic decline in memberships throughout the state of Tennessee as a result to the pandemic. With most schools staying virtual throughout the year, PTA memberships have…
Victims identified in boat crash during fishing tournament
DANDRIDGE, Tenn. (AP) - Wildlife officers are investigating a boating accident on an East Tennessee lake that left one man dead. The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency said two bass fishing boats collided on Douglas Lake on Saturday morning. The agency…
Grayson's Ladder Hosts 'Golf Fore Grayson' Event at The Ooltewah Club
https://youtu.be/f_XrazrjmZk Many gathered in Ooltewah this morning to help raise funds in the fight against Alexander's disease. The first annual 'Golf Fore Grayson' event took place at The Ooltewah Club today. The money raised will go to help Grayson Ledbetter…
GA politics: Doug Collins won't challenge Warnock or Kemp next year
ATLANTA, Georgia (WDEF) - A key player in Georgia politics has clarified his plans for 2022. Former Congressman Doug Collins won the backing of many pro-Trump supporters for his spirited defense of the President in the impeachment proceedings. But that…
TECH BYTE: A Look at Apple's New Vibrant Products
Let's get a look at Apple's new colorful computers.
Chattanooga Market opens for the first time this season
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) - The Chattanooga Market has officially opened for the first time of this season. The market kicked off their season with a two day event and customers were loving it. Last summer the market had…
Glass Street Gateway Initiative Unveiled
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) - After years of planning, the Glass House Gateway Initiative is complete! This revitalization project was a community effort to revamp the neighborhood in East Chattanooga better known as Glass Street. “We're celebrating all…