CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Tennessee Governor's Conference was held in Chattanooga this year. It's a two-day conference, taking place on Monday and Tuesday this week. Hundreds of state and…
CHICKAMAUGA, Ga. (WDEF) - Staff at the Walker County Animal Shelter are caring for a multitude of seized animals. Animal rescuers recently removed dozens of dogs,…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Chattanooga Autism Center hosted its annual autism conference at the Chattanooga Convention center. More than 600 people were in attendance. "We have more than 100…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Chattanooga School for Creative Arts opened its brand-new recording studio. The state’s Innovative Schools Model Grant paid for the project. "We…
WALKER COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) - Walker County hosted its annual motorcycle and car show on Labor Day. The Civic Center was a great place to see some sweet…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Hamilton County is on pace for more than 200 overdose deaths this year. The Hamilton County Coalition and other organizations came together Thursday. They are…
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - Nobody likes being sick. When school is back in session, viruses can quickly spread through a classroom. And students can bring that illness home.…
CATOOSA COUNTY, Ga (WDEF) - Neighbors in Catoosa County are celebrating! The community unveiled its new school Thursday morning, The College and Career Academy. "We have about 240…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- This might be the hottest week of the year in the Tennessee Valley. The Chattanooga Fire Department (CFD) says working in the heat is nothing new, but…
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - Imagine being trapped in a collapsed building. Local first responders are learning how to get victims out safely. It is an intense…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Ask anyone who has ever had shingles, you don’t want it. Think of a painful rash that never stops itching, which can also lead to…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - After a month in 3D printed shelters, two people have moved into permanent housing. According to the City of Chattanooga, that is…
WHITFIELD COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) - An arson investigation is underway after a someone started a fire at Cove Baptist Fellowship Church on Wednesday night. Investigators found what appears…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Chattanooga Police Department. has wrapped up its first internship partnership with the Police Executive Research forum and HBCUs (Historical Black Colleges and Universities). Under this internship, college…
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)- Wednesday was the first day of school for students across Hamilton County. Children, teachers and staff say they are ready to make this year the best…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- First responders are preparing for the worst, with an active shooter drill at Chattanooga State on Wednesday. Multiple agencies participated in the exercise. This…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Community and law enforcement leaders gathered at Greater Second Missionary Baptist Church for a special conversation. They talked about gun violence and ways to…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Governor Bill Lee is inviting out of state law enforcement officers to come to work in Tennessee. It is his third pitch in three…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Chattanooga Gas is serious about reducing its carbon footprint. All the gas they provide residential and small business customers is produced, transported and delivered…
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - Commissioner Steve Highlander believes Hunter Road is the most dangerous road in Hamilton County. He drafted a resolution to stop rezoning property along Hunter…
DALTON, GA (WDEF) - Another school year is about to begin. Teachers and staff members in Dalton, Georgia got fired up at Tuesday's assembly. At Tuesday morning’s…
CHATTANOOA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Starting Tuesday, Tennessee families can save some money at the supermarket. This year, Governor Bill Lee and the General Assembly passed the Tennessee Works Act. …
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- It's Human Trafficking Awareness Week and Chattanooga is participating in the Red Sand Project to bring awareness. During Red Sand events, participants…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Sales tax weekend is quickly approaching in Tennessee and Walmart is making back-to-school shopping affordable. This is by providing low priced items…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Hamilton County commissioners are debating freezing any new housing developments on Hunter Road. This is because they believe the road is unsafe for…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- City officials gathered today to welcome passengers on the new American Cruise Lines, American Splendor Riverboat. This was also a celebration of ACL’s first summer…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Hamilton County Health Department is encouraging back to school immunizations. This is to ensure children are up-to-date with their shots. "Remember children are…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Chattanooga Football Club (CFC) has announced Alton Byrd as its new CEO. Byrd has been in the sports and branding market for over 30 years. He…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Tennessee STEM Explorers is a TV show that educates middle schoolers on Science, Technology, Engineering and Math throughout Tennessee. Aubrey Martell is one of the hosts of the show, and a middle schooler. "I think the…
COLLEGEDALE, Tenn. (WDEF) - Southern Adventist University announced a new name for their school of business. They're calling it the Ruth McKee School of Business. The…
LAFAYETTE, Ga. (WDEF) - Roper Corporation is celebrating their 50-year anniversary of producing cooking products. GE Appliances recently invested $118 million toward the plant's newest manufacturing technology. …
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The National Weather Service recognized the Hamilton County Office of Emergency Management and Homeland Security (HCOEM) as a “Weather Ready Nation Ambassador.” Weather Ready Nation…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Recently children got to spend quality time with four legged friends at Animal Hero Camp. The Humane Educational Society’s (HES) Animal Hero Summer Camp…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The United Way of Chattanooga's tutoring program is currently looking for tutors. Tutors will provide literacy and math assistant to students in Hamilton…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) has started Phase 2 of construction near the I-24 and I-75 split. Ramps to Moore Road and Belvoir…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Last fall, Juanita Brown-Ingram made history when she became the first black woman to be crowned Mrs. Universe. Today, the Chattanooga native is…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Summer can be the most dangerous time of the year for people with Alzheimer’s. With temperatures nearing 100 degrees, it's crucial to keep a close eye…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Hamilton County 911 has new additions to their call center, making it easier for certain groups to communicate with them. It will benefit…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- CHI Memorial and TVFCU have teamed up in an effort to save lives by early detection of lung cancer. To do so, CHI will soon…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Legislators visited the YMCA Food & Fun Program on Tuesday. They wanted to get a first-hand look at how the YMCA is helping…