Drug Smuggling Investigation at Silverdale
A drug smuggling conspiracy investigation in Hamilton County has already turned up at least 10 suspects.
$5.25 Million Fund is Key Step Towards More Conservation in Greater Chattanooga Region
An environmental group has raised over five million dollars to accelerate land conservation in the tri-state area to battle climate change. The Open Space Institute is taking a key step towards conserving wildlife and forests around the Greater Chattanooga Region…
Severe Weather Awareness Week in Tennessee
Today is the start of Severe Weather Awareness Week in Tennessee. Hamilton County Emergency Management is reminding residents to 'Be Aware and Be Prepared.' Know the difference between a watch and a warning. Have multiple ways to get severe weather…
UTC students, faculty react after players kneel during national anthem
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The issue of kneeling during the national anthem has become a topic of debate over the last few years, with a number of notable athletes choosing to kneel to protest racial injustice. Now with ETSU basketball…
Collegedale Public Library adapts to the Coronavirus Pandemic
COLLEGEDALE, Tenn (WDEF) - The Collegedale Public Library has had a challenging year - repairing extensive tornado damage and dealing with the coronavirus pandemic; so they’ve had to find ways to adapt. The challenges began when the Easter Sunday tornadoes…
Tennessee Covid restrictions at nursing homes ending Sunday
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Tennessee Department of Health announced on Wednesday that visitation restrictions on long-term car facilities are ending at the end of Feburary (Sunday). So next week, it will be much easier to visit loved ones. The…
Georgia Northwest Health District ends free COVID testing sites
DADE COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) - Over the last three months, the Georgia Department of Public Health Northwest Health District has been scaling back its free COVID-19 testing sites. “We started offering free COVID testing about a year ago early in the…
Fire at vacant apartment building under renovation
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Chattanooga firefighters fought a blaze at a vacant apartment unit in East Chattanooga on Wednesday night. The fire was called in after 9PM on Fisher Avenue at the foot of the ridge near Notre Dame High. Firefighters…
Whataburger chain coming to Tennessee
NASHVILLE, Tennessee (WDEF) - A Texas-based fast food chain is finally moving into Tennessee. Whataburger will open their first location in the state in Hermitage, just outside of Nashville on Old Hickory Boulevard. The company plans to open more Nashville…
Fallout and more problems with Covid vaccines in Memphis
Thousands of doses went to waste, now officials say Shelby County has been stockpiling their supply, against Tennessee policy.
Chattanooga Ranked the Best City for Remote Workers
Chattanooga is considered the number city in the nation for people seeking to work from home or remotely.
Woman killed in I 75 crash
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Police say a woman was killed in an interstate wreck this morning. It happened on I 75 South just before 10 AM. Police investigators say a Honda Accord was travelling behind an 18 wheeler when it ran…
First responders react to Tennessee bill lifting residency requirements
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Nationwide, a shortage of police officers has been reported in recent years. A new bill out of Nashville hopes to help alleviate that problem, by allowing first responders to live wherever they want, no matter where…
Suspects in Brutal Cleveland Street Fight Arrested
BRADLEY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Bradley County Sheriff's Office makes several arrests in a brutal street fight from Sunday night. Alexus Silva, Jared Grugor, Delilah Leon and Timothy Morgan have all been charged with Rioting. Timothy Morgan and a…
Eating Disorders increasing during the Pandemic
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) - Eating disorders are considered a mental illness- one that is tough to notice and often comes in different forms. In Chattanooga, a local treatment center is trying to raise awareness about eating disorders and their effects. “1…
Cleveland pharmacy helping with COVID vaccination efforts
CLEVELAND, Tennessee- As Tennessee residents age 65 and older, as well as teachers, became eligible to receive their COVID-19 vaccine this week getting everyone vaccinated has been a struggle. “It has been a little challenging. It's kind of the unknown.…
FDA says Johnson & Johnson 1-dose vaccine shot prevents COVID-19
An analysis by U.S. regulators says Johnson & Johnson's single-dose vaccine protects against COVID-19.
City council discusses another sewer bill rate hike this summer
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Chattanoogans could see a jump in their sewer bills this Summer. The sewer system doesn't meet current federal standards. Numerous maintenance and repair projects are in the works. All that could add up to a nearly 10…
Alabama drug raid follows Snapchat video taunt
FORT PAYNE, Alabama (WDEF) - A Snapchat video led narcotics officers to a home on Sand Mountain. DeKalb County investigators got a tip about the video on Sunday.; It shows a man flashing marijuana, guns and money and daring someone…
Lottery/casino bill in Alabama is getting some tweeks
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - A vote on lottery and casino legislation is being delayed in the Alabama Senate. Republican sponsor Sen. Del Marsh told reporters Tuesday that he plans to work on the proposal over the next two weeks. He…
Street fight in Bradley County caught on camera - BCSO investigating
BRADLEY COUNTY, Tenn (WDEF) - The Bradley County sheriff's office is currently investigating a brutal street fight that happened on Sunday evening. We want to warn you that what you will see may be disturbing to watch. The video was taken…
Local man charged with taking part in Capitol Take-Over
Suspect is Joseph (Jose) Padilla from the Dalton area
Local lab test uncovers body's weaknesses before taking COVID vaccine
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - At Any Lab Test Now, a local walk-in testing clinic, staff is encouraging local families to take their micro nutritional test to determine potentially low levels of vitamins and nutrients. They say that the test is…
Golden Apple Award: Roger Payne, Whitwell Middle School
WHITWELL, TN (WDEF) - Musicals have become an annual tradition at Whitwell Middle School. For the last 25 years Roger Payne has been the man behind the music. It's a great way for kids to showcase their…