Lillian Yi

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Lillian Yi is a graduate of The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga with a major in Communication and a minor in Criminal Justice. From a young age, Lillian developed a passion for photography and videography, which gave her valuable behind-the-camera experience. This foundation ultimately built her confidence to step in front of the camera, where her passion for bringing people’s stories to life was ignited.

During college, she served as a writer and lead anchor for both Chatt State News and UTC Mocs News, honing her leadership and storytelling skills. She hopes that her role in media will allow her to help protect children and bring attention to their needs throughout her career. Lillian Yi is dedicated to seeking the truth and sharing impactful stories that give a voice to the people she serves.

Contact Lillian Yi at lillianyi@wdef.com

Articles

Accidental kitchen fire in Hixson

HIXSON, Tenn. (WDEF) - Sunday afternoon, around 5:30p.m., the Dallas Bay Volunteer Fire Department respond to a kitchen fire on Carterwood Lane. When firefighters arrived on the scene, they saw smoke showing at the home. Once first responders confirmed…

Ms. Piggy’s great rescue

DADE COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) — If you were wondering what caused the slowdown on I-24 East earlier, Dade County had a few pigs running wild, causing traffic delays. Dade County police confirm…

Walnut Street Bridge’s annual Festival

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Walnut Street Bridge Festival made its much-anticipated return for its third year, drawing crowds to celebrate one of Chattanooga’s most iconic landmarks. Although the Walnut Street…

House fire in Lakesite: No reported injuries

LAKESITE, Tenn. (WDEF) - Friday night at 9:18p.m., a neighbor reported a house fire located at 2323 Lyons Lane. Firefighters from Dallas Bay Volunteer Fire Department arrived on the scene reporting fire in the garage and moving to other…

TBI agents investigating officer involved shooting

CAMBELL COUNTY, VA. (WDEF) - Sunday afternoon, TBI agents are investigating the circumstances leading to an officer-involved shooting that occurred in Campbell County. TBI says that just after 1:00 p.m., an officer with the Williamsburg Police Department in Kentucky attempted…

Juvenile found safe and unharmed

BRADLEY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - On Saturday, the Bradley County Sheriff’s Office Drone Team responded to Old Alabama Rd SW following a report of a missing juvenile. Initial responding deputies began a K9 track in the area between Old Alabama…

TWRA responded to three serious incidents

CAMPBELL COUNTY, Tenn. — On Saturday, May 17, 2025, Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) officers responded to three serious incidents in Campbell County, including a fatal boating accident on Norris Lake and two off-highway vehicle (OHV) crashes on the North…

One dead: Rossville Boulevard homicide

ROSSVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) arrested 19-year-old Roberto Carlos Meja-Chakate and 23-year-old Jerry Juarez-Bernabe in relation to the Rossville Boulevard homicide that occurred on May 17. On May 17, 2025, at 11:14 p.m., CPD responded…

Rezoning request withdrawn

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A controversial plan to bring a micro-home community to the area near Garner Road is now on hold — at least for the time being. Developer Michael Kenner withdrew his…

Single-vehicle crash sends one to hospital

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — On Saturday afternoon around 2:30 p.m., first responders responded to a single-vehicle accident involving extrication between a building and a retaining wall in the 200 block of Woodland Avenue. Firefighters helped remove two passengers from…