Get prepared for back-to-school with Hamilton Place
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- It’s that time of year once again… Back-to-school shopping. With tax free weekend around the corner, Hamilton Place Mall is giving shopping ideas for how…
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40 Local teachers receive $500 grants for school
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Starting off Wednesday morning, Hamilton County teachers met and resumed the first annual 'Every Student Reads' conference at UTC. Teachers from the Hamilton County…
Gov. Ron DeSantis involved in Chattanooga wreck Tuesday morning
UPDATE: Florida Governor, and GOP Presidential candidate, Ron DeSantis was involved in a car accident Tuesday morning in Chattanooga. DeSantis was in town for a fundraiser held…
‘Every Student Reads’ conference held for Hamilton County educators
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- With the school year fast approaching, Hamilton County Schools held a conference at UTC Tuesday morning to encourage teachers about the importance of…
Apple watch helps 911 operator rescue victim
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)-- Good intentions can lead to mixed results. Smart watches are making headlines due to both false emergency calls, and life-saving results. In recent years, Apple has…
Glow in the dark sharks hatching at the Tennessee Aquarium
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Shark week returns, and in celebration, the Tennessee Aquarium announced new shark species that are hatching. These sharks ‘glow' in the deep…
Ninth annual American Heroes Dinner held to support veterans
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Chattanooga Convention Center recently held the ninth annual dinner to honor American Heroes. General John F. Kelly, USMC (Ret.) was the keynote…
‘Adventure Days at the Zoo’ kicks off in Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Four times a year, children 18 years and younger will be able to get into the Chattanooga Zoo for free with their library…
‘Count it all Joy’ conference held for church families
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Hillside Baptist Church held their fifth annual special needs/care family conference on Saturday. Pastor Steve Cape has spent 25 years at the church…
Eighth annual ‘Shoes for School’ event held at Miller Park
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Students are getting ready to go back to school and are starting to check off their supply lists. With rising costs for…
Growing the economy through agriculture industry
With new technologies and local support, Georgia is advancing in helping the agriculture industry.
Salvation Army asks for help in ‘Beat the Heat’ program
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- As temperatures reach summer highs, many are turning to The Salvation Army for relief from the heat. Through the 'Beat the Heat'…
Chattanooga air quality index reaches code red again
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- On Tuesday morning, the air quality index reached a code red alert for fine particles. The index was considered to be in the unhealthy…
Coolidge Park fountains closed this week for repairs
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) --This week, you will have to find somewhere else to cool off. Chattanooga Parks & Outdoors says the Coolidge Park fountains will be closed for…
Local law enforcement prepares for ‘Operation Southern Slow Down’
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Operation slow down focuses on informing the public of safe driving techniques and enforcing speed limits. The Tennessee Highway Patrol and Georgia State…
Shepherd’s Men honors the Fallen Five on eighth anniversary
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Sunday marked the eighth anniversary of Chattanooga’s Fallen Five. On July 16, 2015, five servicemen died due to an act of domestic terrorism. …
Local nonprofit holds fish fry fundraiser to help students
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A local nonprofit held a fish fry on Saturday morning to raise funds for underserved students in the area. Reach One Teach One…
Tré Herndon hosts backpack drive in Ooltewah
OOLTEWAH, Tenn. (WDEF) -- NFL athlete, Tré Herndon, hosted a backpack drive on Saturday at East Hamilton High School. Herndon graduated from East Hamilton in 2014 and now plays…
Cookie Jar Cafe plans to rebuild after fire
DUNLAP, Tenn. (WDEF) --Popular family-owned restaurant, the Cookie Jar Cafe, caught on fire a little over two weeks ago. The building was severely damaged while the family was…
NFL cornerback previews backpack giveaway in Ooltewah
OOLTEWAH, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Tre Herndon plays cornerback for the Jacksonville Jaguars. He's hosting a backpack drive this Saturday at East Hamilton High School. Donated backpacks will be filled…
I-24 project causes traffic buildup in Downtown Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Traffic has been a problem for many people in the downtown area lately due to construction. Road closures along with traffic detours have been…
S.T.E.A.M. summer camp visits Tennessee Aquarium
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Promoting diversity and learning opportunities, the Urban League of Greater Chattanooga helped facilitate a summer camp this week. Rising sixth, seventh and eighth grade students attended…
Bad concert behavior harms famous artists
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -Recent on-stage incidents are causing concern for musical artists and patrons. Famous names like Harry Styles and Kelsea Ballerini are just two examples of artists getting hurt…
Free Sunday Studio Admissions at Hunter Museum with library card
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- On the second Sunday of each month, you can get in for free at the Hunter Museum of American Art with a Chattanooga Public…
23rd annual peach festival returns despite crop shortage
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The 23rd annual Peach Festival was in full swing on Sunday afternoon at the Chattanooga Market. Visitors from all around came to buy quality…
New pickle ball court opens in East Brainerd
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Chattanooga Parks and Outdoors held the official grand opening of Batter’s Place on Saturday morning in East Brainerd. Pickle ball courts were built as…
Local surgeon celebrates patients with upcoming documentary
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Dr. Larry Sargent is a local surgeon who has helped many children with facial deformities. He has impacted the lives of many individuals through his…
New Bible themed exhibit to be featured in Cleveland
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Cleveland Tennessee has a new tourist attraction on the horizon. It is an emerging children’s museum called Trek Thru Truth. “I think this…
Bradley County Sheriff’s Office employees receive higher pay
BRADLEY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Starting Monday, employees of the Bradley County Sheriff's Office are receiving higher pay. According to the sheriff's office, the starting salary for correctional…
How to care for pets during extreme heat
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- With ongoing heat waves, it is important to keep your pets safe outside. The Chattanooga Humane Educational Society provides tips on how to care…
South Korean dog rescued by local animal shelter
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Chattanooga Humane Educational Society rescues many animals throughout the year. A recent rescue from South Korea has greatly impacted the shelter. “I don’t…
Chattanooga Market celebrates holiday weekend with ‘Red, White, and Blueberries’ event
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Chattanooga Market had a great turnout Sunday afternoon with activities celebrating the Fourth of July. A "Red, White, and Blueberries"…
Locals spend Saturday morning at Dunlap Farmers Market
DUNLAP, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Dunlap Farmers Market is a recent local favorite. Every Saturday, vendors set up to sell produce, food, and crafts at Harris Park. The…
Dunlap community fundraises by selling fireworks
DUNLAP, Tenn. (WDEF) -- In preparation for the Fourth of July on Tuesday, Dunlap is selling fireworks in support of local organizations. Fireworks have been popular for many years in…
Brick dedication ceremony held to honor veterans
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The National Medal of Honor Heritage Center held a brick dedication to honor service members on Saturday morning. Donors and supporters could purchase bricks to…
Rip currents causing deadly vacations along Gulf Coast
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- With an uptick of vacationers in Panama City Beach, safety procedures have been further examined. Double red flag warnings were signaled due to severe…
Heat safety precautions for upcoming hot weather
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- With upcoming hot temperatures approaching, it is important to stay informed on how to best take care of yourself. “We want to check on all…
Local church provides free mobile showers
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Faith Family Chattanooga Church offered an event on Saturday morning to help those experiencing homelessness in the community. Local organizations partnered with the church to provide…
Experiential EV ride and drive takes over Chattanooga racetrack
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- An Experiential EV Ride and Drive took place on Saturday morning for the Chattanooga community. Sponsored by The Company Lab and local car…
Police K-9 known for ‘Joker’s Law’ set to retire
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A police dog made headlines when he underwent surgery in 2021 for life threatening injuries he had suffered. Joker was shot multiple times…