2-year-old fatally shot by another young child
Police say a Tennessee toddler has been fatally shot by another child who was able to access an unsecured firearm.
HCS School Board discusses bus driver, approves calendar
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - A school bus driver working Hamilton County School routes said he was fired after posting his opinion on Facebook Thursday morning. Jonathan McKenney made a comment on Hamilton County Schools’ Facebook post about opening school…
Breaking down the 24 election fraud cases in Georgia
They include an allegation against a Ringgold candidate for mayor in 2019
Here is the Republican election reform bill in Georgia
ATLANTA (AP) - Republican lawmakers in Georgia’s state House have introduced a sweeping election bill that would place limits on absentee voting and ban counties from holding early voting on Sundays. That day is popular among Black churchgoers who vote…
Winter Storm could cause an increase in prices at the pump
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Motorists should brace themselves. Not just because of possible slick road conditions, but also for the possibility of increased gas prices. As of Monday, AAA reported that gas increased at least 5 cents since last week. That…
Dolly Parton says Thanks, but no thanks to statue
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Dolly Parton is asking Tennessee lawmakers to withdraw a bill that would erect a statue of her on the Capitol grounds in Nashville. In a statement released Thursday, Parton says that given current events, she doesn't…
Collegedale Commissioner calls for City Manager change after lack of communication
COLLEGEDALE, Tennessee- Collegedale fired its Director of Parks and Recreation, Traci Bennett-Hobek. Collegedale Commissioner Ethan White said he doesn’t know the full details of the firing but it is within city manager, Ted Rodgers, power to do so. "The city…
American Red Cross of Tennessee responding to Winter Storm
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn (WDEF) - Over the last few days, middle and west Tennessee have been slammed with a winter storm causing roads to freeze and many power outages. The American Red Cross says they have opened up several shelters throughout…
Possible Link between Blood Types and Covid-19 Vulnerability
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) - Recent studies from the New England Journal of Medicine suggest that those who have blood type 0 may have a lower risk of contracting the Covid-19 virus and a reduced likelihood of severe outcomes when compared to…
Chattanooga Lookouts release 2021 schedule
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (Press Release) – Today, the Chattanooga Lookouts released the team’s 2021 regular season schedule. The Lookouts’ 120 game season kicks off at home on Tuesday, May 4 against the Rocket City Trash Pandas. It will be the first…
Dolly Parton Asks for No Statue of Her at Tennessee Capitol
Dolly Parton requested Tennessee state legislators to not put a statue of her on Capitol grounds.
Homeowners Can Save Money on their Power Bills with the Home Uplift Program
Homeowners who could use a helping hand when it comes to repairs and renovations that will save them money on their power bills are encouraged to apply for the Home Uplift program.
HCSO responds to Chattanooga clergy group
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - On Wednesday, Hamilton County Sheriff Jim Hammond responded to the Chattanooga Clergy for Justice. At a press conference Monday, religious leaders once again requested Hammond’s resignation. They also demanded the sheriff present information to the…
New Credit Union facade was 3D printed
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - The Tennessee Valley Federal Credit Union is building its 20th branch in South Chattanooga. The exterior of the building is one of the first in the world to be 3-D printed. T-V-F-C-U partnered with Construction Consultants and…
Reforming Citizen Arrest Laws
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp wants to eliminate what he calls a "vigilante style of violence" one week before the anniversary of Ahmaud Arbery's death.
East Brainerd shooting
Update: 2/18/21 9:48am -- Chattanooga Police released more information on the condition of the shooting victims. A 27 year old male and a 29 year old male were shot during the incident. Both were transported to the hospital with the…
Local business owners react to Biden's COVID relief plan
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - President Joe Biden appeared on CNN last night for a Town Hall meeting, where he pitched the new COVID-19 relief bill to Americans. The bill is priced at a hefty $1.9 trillion dollars, and contains a…
Martin Boyd Christian Home Receives 2021 Best of Senior Living Award
Chattanooga, Tenn. (Press Release) – Martin Boyd Christian Home, a senior living community based in Chattanooga,is proud to announce that it has been honored as a SeniorAdvisor.com Best of Senior Living 2021 award winner by A Place for Mom, Inc.…
Tennessee moves vote on Confederate bust in Capitol to March
By JONATHAN MATTISE Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Amid winter storms, a Tennessee panel won't vote until March on whether to remove the Capitol's bust of a Confederal general and early Ku Klux Klan leader. Tennessee Historical Commission spokesperson…
Fire destroys commercial building in Athens, Tennessee
ATHENS, Tennessee (WDEF) - Fire crews from across McMinn County battled a blaze Tuesday night at the Athens Housing Authority and the Educational and Community Foundation on Clark Street. The buisnesses were closed and the building empty at the time.…
Ash Wednesday Adjustments
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) - With social distancing guidelines still in place, some major traditions are changing how they operate. Today is Ash Wednesday and many churches won’t be putting the traditional ash crosses on foreheads. The Basilica of Saints Peter and…
Is your car winter weather prepared?
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) - An old Cliche says everyone forgets how to drive in the snow...until it returns and we get a crash course reminder. With the snowflakes and ice that fell this week, Triple A says that now is the…
Sheriff Hammond gives detailed response to Clergy group
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Hamilton County Sheriff Jim Hammond responds to the group Chattanooga Clergy for Justice. On Monday, the group of ministers renewed their call for the Sheriff to resign in the face of several racial issues (see video). They…
Rush Limbaugh, conservative radio host, has died at 70
Rush Limbaugh, the influential conservative radio host, has died from complications of lung cancer.