Giant pandas are officially returning to Zoo Atlanta, marking a new chapter in a decades-long international conservation partnership. Zoo officials announced a new International Cooperative Research Agreement with the China Wildlife Conservation Association, paving the way for…
A proposed ordinance in Stone Mountain could change how long people can stay on public property and is raising questions about how it could impact people who are unhoused. The proposed ordinance would define what constitutes camping and set limits…
It’s Cornbread time in South Pittsburg. The National Cornbread Festival begins tonight and runs through Sunday. The event offers music, a carnival, crafts and lots of cornbread. You can sample eight different types of the dish at Cornbread Alley or…
FEMA has announced $285 Million in funding to support recovery for past disasters in five Region 4 states for Public Assistance projects. This funding is part of the $1.2 billion that FEMA announced on April 24, 2026 for over 200…
The Trump administration has approved one "gold card" visa since starting to accept applications for the new U.S. residency permit in December, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said on Thursday. Lutnick, who offered the update…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) Taking care of your brain is just as important as taking care of your body—and a local event is helping spread that message. People…
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — A U.S. Army special forces soldier involved with the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro is due in court Friday after being charged with using classified information about the mission to win more than $400,000 in an online…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)-If you thought it was just another ordinary day—think again. Chattanooga came together loud and proud to celebrate 423 Day, turning three simple numbers into a citywide show of…
Hegseth told reporters at the Pentagon on Friday that the military is prepared to deal with any Iranian ships that “recklessly and irresponsibly” lay more mines. But he said he wouldn’t speculate on reports that it will likely take six…
EAST RIDGE -- Tennessee American Water is currently conducting a planned water main replacement project impacting portions of East Ridge. According to the City of East Ridge, the infrastructure improvement project began April…
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was treated for early-stage prostate cancer 18 months ago, he revealed Friday, saying he delayed making the news public so Iran would not use it as "propaganda…
Washington — Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Friday that the U.S. Navy's blockade of Iranian vessels and ports will remain in place "as long as it takes" and indicated that the Trump administration…
NEW YORK (AP) - A surge for Intel following a blowout profit report is leading technology stocks higher, while oil prices keep swinging in the wait for what’s next with the Iran war. The S&P 500 rose 0.2% early Friday…
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth stressed on Friday the strength of the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports and vessels linked to the Islamic Republic, saying it had gone "global." "This growing blockade…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. -- 55-year-old Richard Allen Sr., a multi-convicted felon, has been found guilty on multiple drug and firearm charges following trial. Evidence presented at trial showed that on August 15, 2024, Chattanooga Police…
A joint law enforcement operation in McMinn County has resulted in an arrest and a seizure of $60,0000 in suspected methamphetamine. According to McMinn County Sheriff Joe Guy and Athens Police Chief Freddie Schultz,…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Drought conditions continued to expand and intensify across much of the Southeast, according to the latest U.S. Drought Monitor update. In the Tennessee Valley, extreme drought conditions…
RINGGOLD, Ga. (WDEF) - Hollywood was brought to Ringgold, Ga. with the filming and premiere of local, feature film Set Free. The faith-based film by Soul Purpose Entertainment focuses on God setting…
By JON GAMBRELL, JAMEY KEATEN and AAMER MADHANI Associated Press DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) - President Donald Trump has ordered the U.S. military to “shoot and kill” small Iranian boats that…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) CCS won a key district softball matchup against GPS on Thursday by a final of 7-1. The Chargers sat in first place in the district, while the Bruisers entered the contest one game back in the loss column. [blox_vms…
Chickamauga, GA-(WDEF-TV) Gordon Lee had no trouble with their first round opponent in the state baseball playoffs. The Trojans won game one against McNair 15-0, and they took game two by a final of [blox_vms account="WDEF" key="e3e334218313d01895ee074ac22cfacac7b8e547" vtitle="Gordon Lee Rolls…
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee forward Nate Ament declared Thursday that he’s heading to the NBA draft after one season in college. Ament helped the Volunteers go 25-12 and to a No. 12 ranking in the final AP Top 25 poll with a third…
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Rams chose Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson with the 13th overall pick in the draft on Thursday night, making a bold move to secure their successor to NFL MVP Matthew Stafford. Rams general manager Les Snead…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The Tennessee Titans hope Ohio State wide receiver Carnell Tate can team with quarterback Cam Ward and fix the offense while improving their relatively poor track record with receivers selected in the first round of the NFL draft.…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Will there be more jobs coming to the Chattanooga area? With inflation tied to high gas prices and other factors, many are asking what…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF)- Two different versions of the bill that would change testing requirements for private schools that take one kind of voucher in the state…
WASHINGTON (AP) — JR Ritchie was welcomed to the major leagues when Washington’s James Wood homered on his first pitch. The 22-year-old right-hander rebounded to win his debut, leading the Atlanta Braves over the Washington Nationals 7-2 on Thursday for their eighth win in nine games.…
ATLANTA (AP) — Atlanta Falcons edge rusher James Pearce Jr. has agreed to enter a pretrial intervention program which his attorneys say will allow him to resolve three felony charges stemming from what police called a domestic dispute on Feb. 7 with…
OOLTEWAH, Tenn. (WDEF) - Large crowds and long lines took over Ooltewah as Mr. T’s Pizza opened its second location with a three-day grand opening celebration. The…
Nearly 100 pounds of marijuana, drug paraphernalia, and several vehicles were seized on April 23, 2026. The Chattanooga Police Department says they were able to take action at a nuisance property in East…
Nearly 208,000 pairs of heated socks sold at Costco are being recalled after…
JACKSON COUNTY -- A man has been charged with murder after a female was found deceased in a burning residence. On April 22, 2026 at approximately 2 p.m. the Bridgeport Fire Department (BFD)…
President Trump responded to critics of his indefinite pause on military action in Iran by saying he's "possibly the least pressured person ever to be in this position" and has "all the time in the World" when it comes to…
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — The governor of Louisiana said there’s an “active shooter scene” Thursday at the Mall of Louisiana in Baton Rouge. “I am in coordination with law enforcement and we will update as we know more. Please…
NEW YORK (AP) - A firefighter whose truck collided with an Air Canada jet last month on a runway at New York’s LaGuardia Airport, killing both pilots, heard an air traffic controller warn “stop, stop, stop” but didn't know who…
The Walker County Local Government Services building will reopen to the public on Monday, April 27th. A pipe burst in the days prior causing water damage throughout the lower level of the building. The say when the Tax Commissioner's office…
Hawaii's Kilauea volcano erupted again on Thursday, marking the 45th episode of its kind over the last year and a…
Washington — The Justice Department's internal watchdog said Thursday that it will audit the department's compliance with the law that required the release of files related to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, following months of bipartisan criticism over how the agency handled the…
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Authorities say a former North Carolina law enforcement officer planned to kill Black people in a mass shooting at a major New Orleans festival but was arrested at a Florida…
USDA Forest Service officials will initiate Stage 1 Fire Restrictions on the Cherokee National Forest beginning Friday, April 24, 2026 in response to extreme fire danger due to prolonged…