Feds order their prisoners moved out of the Silverdale Detention Center
there is an on going investigation of the issues at Silverdale.
Hamilton County gets new equipment to speed up Real ID applications
"it is going to cut down the waiting time of citizens who want the real ID"
Customized Wheelchair stolen from a Boy with Special Needs
"That's really cruel, like cruel, just stealing someone's stuff"
Meerkat pups born at the Chattanooga Zoo
The birth follows several months of drama in the meerkat mob.
Bessie Smith art contest
Kids in our area are showing off their art skills, and learning about Chattanooga native Bessie Smith.
Historic Decatur home destroyed in Fire
One of the oldest homes in Decatur, Tennessee was destroyed by a fire over the weekend.
Girl wants McKamey donations instead of birthday presents
An Ooltewah store is helping her by giving out t-shirts to people who make a donation
TECH BYTE: Online Resources for Voting
Let's look at some websites that'll make the voting process a little easier for you.
18-Year-old arrested for sex with a 12-year-old
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Edwin Mendez-Perez has been charged with child rape under 13. The girl's mother alerted police that her daughter had left home to be with an older boy without her consent. According to an affidavit, police found the…
Cleveland Boy wins big at the Westminster Dog Show
Recently, Wehry competed in the 2020 Westminster Dog Show Junior Handling division with his Coker Spaniel, Jagster
"Love Hangover" Hosted by The Chattery
It's the day after Valentines day but there was still a chance to spoil your special someone.
Search continues for missing woman in Gordon County
"I'm here today to search for my daughter. Hoping that she's still alive."
Federal inmates transferred out of Silverdale Detention Center
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- All federal inmates have been transferred out of Silverdale Detention Center. Sheriff Jim Hammond released the following statement: ”Yesterday, at the direction of the U.S. Marshals Service, the HCSO Corrections Division transferred all federal prisoners from the…
Local K-9 team wins on A&E's 'America's Top Dog'
WHITFIELD COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) - When Whitfield County Deputy Todd Thompson saw himself and his K-9 Eddy compete in the national television show "America's Top Dog" Wednesday night, he was surrounded with friends and family at a watch party in…
Local knitters make hats given to babies on Valentine's Day
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Newborns and neonatal intensive care babies got a special gift on Valentine's Day at Erlanger East Hospital and Children's Hospital at Erlanger. They're red yarn caps, handmade by local knitters. "Everybody loves an adorable baby in…
Women Power The Vote
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - It's a day of Action emphasizing the "Women Power the Vote" campaign by the League of Women Voters in Chattanooga. The non partisan political group is celebrating their 100th anniversary of their establishment by joining like minded…
Rep. Fleischmann says don't worry about TVA
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - After talks of part of TVA being sold, Representative Chuck Fleischmann says he doesn't think that will happen. He says he has been a long supporter of TVA. According to the Congressman, the company has done a…
Heavy Rain + Snow + Freezing Temperatures = Possible Potholes
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- The weather has had a big effect on the entire Tennessee Valley. Now, the roads may be affected as well. Since January the first, we have had fourteen inches of rain here in Chattanooga. Some places in…
Man uses Fort Oglethorpe tire store sign to propose
A business in Fort Oglethorpe is spreading love on Valentine's Day.
Marion County High School May Keep Students Out of School Until Sewage Problems are Fixed
Marion County High school is currently dealing with a nasty issue.
School sexual abuse presentation leads to arrest of Sand Mountain man
“If it wasn’t for educating our young people, some might not realize that this behavior is not ok."
Erlanger babies get red caps for Valentine's Day
"I’m wearing this cute little red hat to remind you to love yourself like you love me."
Hamilton County lands grant to treat mental health issues
“They are in and out of our jails, our emergency rooms, crisis centers, shelters and so on, over and over again.."
Road crews prepare for rash of weather related potholes
Particularly deep freezing weather when the ground is saturated with rain.