Family horrified by water quality test results on Whitfield County property
The Fletcher children playing in the creek on their property, now known to contain an unsafe amount of the PFAS chemical.…
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Legislators discuss possible future Soddy-Daisy/Harrison bridge
SODDY-DAISY, Tenn. (WDEF)- Two Hamilton County state representatives floated the idea of building a new bridge between Soddy-Daisy and Harrison Tuesday morning. (more…)
New pick for Hamilton County attorney unveiled as next steps explained
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- …
Tennessee lawmakers defend youth transgender healthcare ban after Supreme Court hearing
From left: Sen. Adam Lowe, District 1; Rep. Greg Martin, District 26; Sen. Bo Watson, District 11; Sen. Jack Johnson, District…
Incline Railway affected by Lookout Mountain fire as firefighters briefly evacuate St. Elmo
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A dramatic scene unfolded throughout the day on the side of Lookout Mountain. (more…)
Sustainability group asking TVA to adjust future planning goals
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A group focused on the energy sustainability of the Southeast put out their response to a plan put out by TVA. (more…)
Mayor Wamp holds meet and greet for potential new county attorney for commissioners
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- There was a private meeting held Friday regarding who Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp wants as the next county attorney.…
Raises to various TWRA fees approved
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Tennessee Fish and Wildlife Commission has approved several price hikes to various TWRA licenses. (more…)
Lawsuit filed against Chattanooga Police in November 2023 murder case
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Some Chattanooga police officers are at the center of a lawsuit following the suspected murder…
Family finds peace following after the identification of Chattanooga World War II airman’s remains
Pictures of Sgt. Sanford Roy both in and out of uniform, killed in a bombing raid in Nazi…
UPS making service adjustments after Athens facility fire
ATHENS, Tenn. (WDEF)- Many people awaiting packages across the northern portions of our viewing area may experience some significant delays. (more…)
TDA gang member makes first Hamilton County court appearance
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The four people…
Hamilton County, Chattanooga eviction rate highest in 8 years
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The housing crisis has been the topic of much discussion for years as many find it increasingly difficult to obtain. (more…)
Supreme Court to hear challenge to Tennessee law that bans transgender youth healthcare
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The U.S. Supreme Court will be hearing a case this week that will determine the future of health care for…
Shoppers wait hours for Black Friday shopping, say wait “worth it”
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF)- Black Friday started earlier than Midnight Friday for several folks. (more…)
Mohawk suing chemical companies over “fraud” related to forever chemicals
DALTON, Ga. (WDEF)- A few months ago, a group of conservationists raised alarm bells about the presence of dangerous chemicals in Northwestern Georgia waterways. (more…)
ICE: TDA gang member arrested in Chattanooga had extensive criminal history
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- We are learning more about the criminal history of the man arrested last week in Chattanooga who authorities say is in a…
Turnout low, but higher than expected in Walker County school board runoff election
LAFAYETTE, Ga. (WDEF)- Early voting has concluded in a school board runoff race in Walker County. (more…)
Officials warn against racial profiling in relation to TDA
TBI Director David Rausch (left), Hamilton County Sheriff Austin Garrett (middle), and Chattanooga Police Chief John Chambers (right) discussing concerns regarding Venezuelan gang…
Thanksgiving meals donated to 200 Bradley County families
The Bradley County Sheriff's Office and Cleveland Police Department teaming up with the Lynn Jones Foundation to give 200 Thanksgiving meals to families in…
TBI describes process of arresting TDA gang members
TBI Director David Rausch (left), Hamilton County Sheriff Austin Garrett (middle), and Chattanooga Police Chief John Chambers (right) discussing concerns regarding Venezuelan gang Tren…
Occupants grateful northshore apartment fire not deadly
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- "At about 2:30 last night, I received a text that said that the parking garage was on fire." (more…)
City Council had five restriping options in 2016 study on Frazier Avenue
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- We are learning more about a lawsuit filed in a deadly Northshore crash last November. (more…)
Life Care CEO voices support for emergency conservatorship
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF)- We are hearing from the CEO of Life Care Centers of America following a major decision Wednesday. (more…)
Company at center of three 2023 Chattanooga chemical spills fined
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A chemical transport company has been fined for their role in a series of chemicals…
New mayor appointed in Athens amid dissent from council member
ATHENS, Tenn. (WDEF)- The city of Athens in McMinn County has a new mayor. (more…)
Son granted emergency conservatorship in Life Care Centers case
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF)- A hearing regarding who has control of essential documents and decisions at Life Care Centers…
Conservatorship battle over Life Care owner set for Wednesday
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF)- A significant legal battle is looming on Wednesday in Cleveland involving America’s largest private nursing home company. (more…)
Attorney of East Ridge student arrested in 2022 viral video asks for DA to be removed from case
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF)- The case of a viral arrest inside of East Ridge High School over two years ago still has not been resolved. (more…)
Officials disagree on presence of Venezuelan gang
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Director of the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, David Rausch, made claims about the presence of a Venezuelan gang across all metropolitan areas in…
Hearing held on proposed water rate increase
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF)- A hearing has been held Monday on a proposed water rate increase by the Tennessee-American Water Company. (more…)
Local law enforcement react to TBI Venezuelan Gang statement
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- After the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation's (TBI) spoke about the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua activity, local law enforcement are reacting…
Grundy County breaks ground on new Health Department building
COALMONT, Tenn. (WDEF)- Access to medical care is critical to any…
Tracy City receives Downtown Improvement Grant
TRACY CITY, Tenn. (WDEF)- A Grundy County town will soon see major improvements to…
Entrance to South Broad Stadium to be on Riverwalk, public transit to be encouraged
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The construction of the South Broad Stadium continues. (more…)
School Board discusses students being bused to the polls
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Whether or not high school students should be bused to vote in future elections was at the center of a Hamilton County School Board…
Judge denies Whaley new bond as he awaits appellate court decision
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The…
Novonix agrees to partnership with large auto manufacturer
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A battery manufacturing plant in Chattanooga has entered into an important new partnership. (more…)
Ocoee Middle School to add new school wing for special needs classrooms
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF)- Special needs students at Ocoee Middle School…
Jacobs discusses future of Tennessee Republicans at Pachyderm Club
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Hamilton County Republicans discussed…