VW recalls Jettas to fix fuel leaks that can cause fires
Volkswagen is recalling more than 218,000 Jetta sedans in the U.S. to fix a fuel leak problem that can cause fires.
Two killed in Meigs County bus crash
MEIGS COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - "It's been a tough, tough day today," Sheriff Jackie Melton said. Tragedy struck Meigs County Tuesday as a crash involving a Meigs County school bus killed the driver, a 7-year-old girl on board and sent…
84 year old driver dies from October 8th wreck in Harrison
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- An 84-year-old man who was seriously hurt in a crash earlier this month, has died from his injuries. The wreck happened at 5830 Highway 58 on October 8. Chattanooga police have not yet released the victim's…
Meigs County School Bus Crash on Highway 58
We're updating information as it comes.
Tennessee man charged with Ponzi scheme in cancer study
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Federal authorities say a Tennessee man is charged with running a Ponzi scheme in which he claimed he had cured himself of cancer through naturopathic methods and was conducting a study of other patients. U.S. Attorney…
Residents React to Officer Involved Shooting on Standifer Gap Road
According to authorities, a woman was hiding from a suspect armed with a gun at the Elements of Chattanooga apartment complex off Standifer Gap Road.
Red Bank gas leak repaired
RED BANK, Tennessee (WDEF) - Chattanooga Gas reports that the repair on Dayton boulevard has been completed. The 8 inch natural gas pipe was ruptured on Friday by a construction crew digging in the 5500 block of Dayton Boulevard. Gas…
Hamilton County COVID Task Force Discusses Rise In Rural Infections
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - As new coronavirus cases surge across the country, many rural communities - places that were largely spared during the early months of the pandemic - are now seeing an unprecedented spike in infections and hospitalizations. The…
Officer Involved Shooting on Standifer Gap Road
The Hamilton County Sheriff's Department is investigating an officer involved shooting this morning in East Chattanooga.
Cleveland profiles what a graduate should be
CLEVELAND, Tennessee (WDEF) - Cleveland city schools is starting a new program to help shape the future of their graduates. The school system says this program has been in the works for over a year. its this week's edition of…
Home sales up in Chattanooga region
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - According to the Greater Chattanooga Association of Realtors, home sales, in general, are up compared to last year. Greater Chattanooga Association of Realtors President Brandi Pearl Thompson said sales are up even as we're in the…
Authorities: 2 girls in truck led police on 30-mile chase
ARGO, Ala. (AP) — Two young girls in a pickup truck led police on a chase of at least 30 miles through metro Birmingham, Alabama. The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office received a report about the unauthorized use of a vehicle…
Amy Coney Barrett voted to Supreme Court
WASHINGTON (AP) - The Latest on the confirmation of Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court (all times local): 9:15 p.m. Amy Coney Barrett has taken the first of two oaths she needs to officially join the Supreme Court. The…
W Road down to one lane for next 60 days
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee- W road has partially reopened on Monday evening after being closed since 8 A.M on Monday. Even though drivers can get through now traffic will be down to one lane in the 3900 block for an estimated 60…
Chattanooga State received $15,000 in a grant
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee- Chattanooga State is getting some help from Tennessee to offset the cost of textbooks. The school is getting $15,000 in grants. Biology professor Michael Anderson said some students aren't always able to take the class because they can't…
Police investigate Monday afternoon shooting in Alton Park
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Chattanooga police are currently investigating a shooting that happened this afternoon. The shooting happened on Central avenue near Greater St. Mary Baptist Church shortly after 4:30 pm. Police say one male party has been shot and he is…
Chattanooga Mayor's Office Statement on the Forgotten Child Fund
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF) – The Forgotten Child Fund is not allowed to renew their lease by Chattanooga Mayor Andy Berke. Mayor Berke and his administration are giving the organization until February 28th to find a new place. Below is a…
Record Numbers of Early Voting In Hamilton County
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - With eight days to go until Election Day, 58 million voters have cast ballots early - surpassing the total number of early votes in 2016 by more than 8 million. In a year of record-breaking early…
The Covid-19 rebound continued today in Hamilton County
100 new cases, one new death
PPE and Covid Fatigue
After months of battling the coronavirus spread, some people may start to feel frustrated having to constantly wear mask and protect themselves everywhere they go.
Forgotten Child Fund Needs a New Building
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF) - The Forgotten Child Fund is not allowed to renew their lease by Chattanooga Mayor Andy Berke. Mayor Berke and his administration are giving the organization until February 28th to find a new place. The Forgotten Child…
60,000 in Southern California to evacuate after wildfire grows
A fast-moving wildfire has forced evacuations for 60,000 people in Southern California.
El Paso imposes curfew as virus cases overwhelm hospitals
Residents in the Texas border city of El Paso have been urged to stay home for two weeks as a spike in coronavirus cases overwhelms hospitals.
TECH BYTE: Apps Help You Safely Celebrate Halloween
Let's look at how you can use tech to safely celebrate Halloween.