Sale Creek Schools celebrate opening of CTE construction building
SALE CREEK, Tenn. (WDEF) - Exciting developments are underway in Sale Creek as the middle and high school unveiled their new Career and Technical Education construction building.…
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Sexual Assault Awareness Month
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Today, the Partnership for Families, Children and Adults and the Children’s Advocacy Center of Hamilton County held a proclamation ceremony at the Courts Building to recognize Sexual Assault…
Youth Alcohol Risks
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - April is Alcohol Awareness Month. New Tennessee data shows some of the most serious consequences tied to teen drinking are increasing. A 2025 report from the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage…
Launch Pad set to place free narcan box in Miller Park to combat overdoses
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)-…
Jaida Civil Joins the Exodus From the Lady Vols
The Tennessee Lady Vols ' struggles haven’t ended since finishing the season on an eight-game skid capped by a first-round NCAA Tournament loss. As of Monday, coach Kim Caldwell had no players with eligibility left wanting to play for Tennessee anymore.…
What's Right With Our Schools: Celebrating Dr. Ware at Howard
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) - Dr. LeAndrea Ware's time at Howard is coming to an end. She has accepted a leadership role with the Boys and Girls…
Drug Enforcement Agents raid local pharmacy to serve suspension
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - DEA agents will be at a Chattanooga pharmacy all day after serving an Immediate Suspension Order. The federal Drug Enforcement Administration has stopped A+ Pharmacy on Highway 58 from handling controlled…
Alert for missing person in Copperhill
COPPERHILL, Tennessee (WDEF)- Authorities are looking for a missing boy in Copperhill this morning. Here is there release: Please be on lookout William "Happy" Holloway dob 11/14/2012 missing since 0930 this date from 1021 Belltown Rd Copperhill. Black Male last…
Burger Week begins today
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - If you are a hamburger afficionado, this should be your favorite week of the year. Chattanooga Burger Week begins Monday for seven days of gourmet concoctions from the city's top chefs for just $8. Zaya Korean Steakhouse,…
McMinn Regional Humane Society to host “Party for the Paws” fundraiser
MCMINN COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - The McMinn Regional Humane Society is inviting the community to support a good cause at its upcoming fundraiser, Party for…
Union Gospel Mission hosts Easter dinner for Chattanooga’s unhoused community
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Union Gospel Mission hosted its annual Easter Community Dinner this afternoon, serving Chattanooga’s unhoused community with food, resources, and a message…
The Chattery celebrates reopening and new ownership milestone
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Chattery celebrated its reopening this weekend, marking not only a return to its space but also a major milestone in now owning its…
Willie Robertson speaks at Easter Service at UTC’s McKenzie Arena
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - An Easter service at UTC’s McKenzie Arena brought thousands together Easter morning as part of the Rise Up at the Roundhouse event.…
Annual Easter Egg Hunt Returns
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The 13th Annual Easter Egg Hunt took place Sunday at Tennessee River Park, hosted by Coogi Doogi. The event offered children and families a fun-filled afternoon with…
4 killed in Alabama car crash during pursuit by state trooper
Four people died when a car that was being pursued by an Alabama state trooper went off the road and hit a tree, authorities said Sunday. The driver was trying to elude the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency's highway patrol on…
Trump tells Fox News a deal with Iran could be possible by Monday
The president told Fox News in a phone interview that he thinks he can get a deal with Iran by Monday, saying negotiations are occurring now. Trey Yingst, Fox News' chief foreign correspondent, said he had spoken with the president, who told…
One dead after shooting in Decatur
MEIGS, Tenn. (WDEF) - On Saturday evening, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) and the Meigs County Sheriff’s Office arrested a Decatur man in connection to a shooting that resulted in a death. According to the TBI, law enforcement investigated…
Department and agencies come together to fight 45-acre wildland fire
POLK COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - On Saturday, the Copper Basin Fire and Rescue says that that began as a small brush fire grew into a 45-acre wildland fire. According to Copper Basin Fire and Rescue, the fire was pushed…
Chattanooga Zoo hosts annual Hug a Bunny Day
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Chattanooga Zoo welcomed families this weekend for its annual Hug a Bunny Day event. The event served multiple purposes, bringing the community together…
Reflection Riding launches Campfire Concert Series
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Reflection Riding is kicking off its annual Campfire Concert Series tonight, marking the first of four concerts scheduled throughout the season. The event serves as one…
Easter Tradition Brings Story of Jesus to Life in Collegedale
Collegedale, TN (WDEF)- A beloved Easter tradition is once again bringing the story of Jesus’ final days to life in Collegedale. The SonRise Resurrection Pageant is a one-mile, interactive walk-through at Southern Adventist University, transforming the campus into the city…
Candidate Shawn Harris meets with voters in Ringgold ahead of runoff
RINGGOLD,GA- (WDEF ) - Today Democrat Congressional Candidate, Shawn Harris made a stop in Ringgold this week, connecting with voters ahead of a key election. Democratic congressional candidate Shawn Harris visited the local coffee shop Book & Barrel, where he shared…
One dead after alleged argument over a bright work light witnesses claim
ROSSVILLE, Ga. (WDEF) - On Friday at 9:05 p.m., Walker County deputies responded to a shooting incident at 1108 Ridgewood St., Rossville, GA. According to the Walker County Sheriff's Office, when deputies arrived on scene, they found the victim, 59-year-old…
Silverdale Rallies to Beat McCallie 9-7
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) After falling behind 5-0, Silverdale rallied to beat McCallie 9-7 in 8 innings.
Mocs Sweep Doubleheader Against Mercer Including Walk-Off Winner in Game Two
(gomocs.com) The Chattanooga softball team swept Mercer Friday afternoon at Frost Stadium in Southern Conference action winning the opener 8-0 in five innings and recorded its fifth walk-off of the season with a 6-5, 10-inning affair. Taylor Long earned both…
Kirby Smart and Bama AD Greg Byrne Believe SEC Championship Game Might be on Chopping Block
Three months after Alabama narrowly squeaked into the College Football Playoff despite a Southeastern Conference title game loss, athletic director Greg Byrne is calling for an end to the 34-year tradition. “I think the ship has sailed. It’s run its course,” Byrne…
Mocs RB Journey Wyche Looking to Step Up This Season
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The Chattanooga Mocs had two running backs finish in the top ten of SoCon rushers last year. And now that both of those players have [blox_vms account="WDEF" key="3440926ce5d3661254923ed5fc7774e7d7dee4b2" vtitle="Mocs Running Back Journey Wyche Looking to Step Up This Season"…
Funding for Local Food Program Missing from State Budget
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) Tennessee food banks and local farmers are urging lawmakers to bring back funding for the Farm-to-Food Bank program, which helps put fresh, local food on tables while supporting small farms. The program allows food banks to buy…
Chattanooga Renaissance Faire launches May 30th
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A new event will be coming to town on May 30th at Coolidge Park The Chattanooga Rennaissance Faire was announced for this year. The event will…
Union Gospel Mission Prepares for Easter Community Meal
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Union Gospel Mission is celebrating Easter differently from most ministries. Instead of a sanctuary, they’re taking their message to the people on the lawn…
'Charlie Kirk Bill' going through Tennessee legislature raises debate on campus free speech
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Does free speech on college campuses need extra protections? A bill named after the late conservative activist Charlie Kirk seeks…
Senate Democrat demands that TSA lift its "shoes-on" policy, calling it a "reckless" safety risk
A key senator is demanding the Transportation Security Administration reverse its decision to let travelers keep their shoes on their feet while passing through airport screening, a controversial policy at the center of a classified security warning — escalating pressure…
Maui doctor accused of trying to murder wife takes stand, claims self-defense
A doctor on trial on allegations he attempted to murder his wife on a trail in Hawaii last year took the stand in his own defense Thursday. Maui anesthesiologist Dr. Gerhardt Konig is charged with second-degree attempted murder, accused of trying to…
McDonald’s tries a simpler approach with its new McValue menu
After two years of tweaks to its value menu, McDonald’s has a new strategy: keep it simple. The fast-food giant’s budget-focused McValue menu will have 10 items that each cost under $3 starting April 21. The…
Trump unveils 100% tariff on some patented drugs on ‘Liberation Day’ anniversary
NEW YORK (AP) — President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday that could slap long-threatened pharmaceutical tariffs of up to 100% on some patented drugs from companies that don’t reach deals with his administration in the coming months. Companies that have signed a…
Woman charged in Indiana root beer float murder orders hit on best friend, police say
When Marsha Allen's Freetown, Indiana, home was burglarized on Sept. 19, 2023, the last thing investigators expected to uncover was a murder and a hit list of more potential victims. Detective Clint Burcham and Lt.…
How high could oil and gas prices go if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed?
President Trump's comments to reporters on Tuesday that he expects the U.S. to end its war with Iran in two or three weeks is buoying investors by easing global oil prices and boosting stocks. Yet such optimism is certain to fade quickly unless Iran…
Georgia legislature approves state income tax cut, raising deductions while dropping some credits
Georgia lawmakers approved a plan to speed up cutting the state's personal income tax on the final day of the legislative session. Thursday night, both the House of Representatives and Senate approved House Bill 463, also known as the Georgia Economic…
EPA moves to designate microplastics and pharmaceuticals as contaminants in drinking water
The Environmental Protection Agency proposed Thursday to include microplastics and pharmaceuticals on a list of contaminants in drinking water for the first time, a step that could lead to new limits on those substances for water utilities.…