Former Mocs basketball star charged with fraud
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A former Chattanooga basketball star turned pastor is at the center of federal Covid-19 pandemic fraud investigation. (more…)
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Survey opens on English standards for Tennessee students
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Tennessee parents and teachers have the opportunity to voice their opinions on what future education standards should be. (more…)
Potential new Ooltewah road being considered by county commission
OOLTEWAH, Tenn. (WDEF)- There could soon be a new road to help traffic congestion in Ooltewah. (more…)
TVA nearing completion of new operations center
GEORGETOWN, Tenn. (WDEF)- Providing energy to a seven state region is a large task. (more…)
Two ex-Hamilton County deputies get favorable federal court ruling
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Two former Hamilton County Sheriff’s Deputies learned today whether or not they would be liable for a controversial 2019 traffic stop. (more…)
Sports Authority Board approves $80 million stadium bond
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Chattanooga Sports Authority Board has approved a 80 million dollar bond issuance for the South Broad Stadium. (more…)
Hamilton County school facilities plan at varying stages
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Wednesday is the first day…
Residents voice frustration with proposed Catoosa County tax hike
RINGGOLD, Ga. (WDEF)- Catoosa County residents voiced their frustrations on Tuesday over a proposed property tax hike. (more…)
Local Democrats react to Walz VP pick
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- We are hearing from some local Democrats who are reacting to the Tim Walz vice presidential pick. (more…)
Some financing documents still to be signed for South Broad Stadium
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- As construction for the new South Broad Stadium has officially begun, the financing details are still being finalized. (more…)
Judge denies motion to quash evidence in Chen murder case
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The man charged with the murder of 22 year old Jasmine Pace in November 2022 was back…
Coonrod slams Democratic Party after primary loss; HCDP responds
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The day after being defeated by incumbent Representative Yusuf Hakeem in…
Proposed Soddy-Daisy concrete plant denied by Hamilton County Commission
SODDY-DAISY, Tenn. (WDEF)- Soddy-Daisy residents showed up by the dozens Wednesday at Hamilton…
50 Hamilton County employees to be relocated to Gateway building
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The future Gateway School will be the temporary home of 50 county employees. (more…)
La Paz to offer 12 week business course in Spanish
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- La Paz is launching a new program to help aspiring Hispanic business owners. (more…)
Settlement reached in Wilkey baptism case
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A settlement has been reached in a controversial case involving the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office. (more…)
East Ridge ready to replace large graduating class
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF)- Replacing a large graduating class can be a challenge. (more…)
18 year old woman shot, taken to East Ridge Police Department
UPDATE: Chattanooga Police have confirmed that an 18 year old woman was shot on the 41-hundred block of Brainerd Road shortly after 4 p.m. Sunday afternoon. She was then taken to the East Ridge Police Department, where we witnessed a…
SMART Grant project to target pedestrian safety in Chattanooga
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Hamilton County audit committee holds first meeting
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A new audit committee to review spending of the Hamilton County government met for the first time Thursday. (more…)
Groundbreaking held for Fort Oglethorpe youth center
FORT OGLETHORPE, Ga. (WDEF)- A new youth center will soon be coming to Fort Oglethorpe. (more…)
Mayor Kelly explains what’s behind the new zoning codes for Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF) - Chattanooga's Mayor says an overhaul of zoning codes for the city was three years in the making. Mayor Tim Kelly says the changes should boost his push for more affordable…
Hearing held on impact of Georgia abortion law
DECATUR, Ga. (WDEF)- In 2019, Georgia passed House Bill 481, otherwise known as the “Heartbeat Law”. (more…)
Chattanooga area reacts to President Biden dropping out of election
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Americans are wondering what is next after President Joe Biden announced Sunday he is dropping out of the 2024 election. (more…)
Vision unveiled for Hawk Hill’s Future
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Earlier this week, the South…
Groundbreaking held for Westside Evolves
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The College Hill Courts are Chattanooga’s oldest public housing project, dating…
Hamilton County office spaces potentially relocate to future Gateway School site temporarily
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The future Gateway School will likely be home to temporary office space for Hamilton County. The county acquired the former…
Candidates for Circuit Court Judge discuss visions for bench
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Both candidates in the Hamilton…
Commissioner proposes exemptions for vacation rentals ban
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)- The ongoing debate over vacation rentals may not be over after all in Hamilton County. (more…)
Memorial held for Fallen Five in hopes it inspires unity
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Tuesday marks nine years since a terrorist attack claimed the lives of five service members in Chattanooga. (more…)
Vance pick getting local reaction
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- We are hearing some reaction to the selection of Ohio Senator J.D. Vance as former President Donald Trump's running mate. (more…)
South Broad Stadium breaks ground as public tours site
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- After years…
More local leaders react to attempted Trump assassination
We have heard from more local leaders who are reacting to the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump: Chattanooga Mayor Tim Kelly: "My message is the same…
Hixson looks to sustain breakthrough success
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Hixson Wildcats football program struggled for several years. (more…)
McMinn Central looking for third straight playoff appearance
ENGLEWOOD, Tenn. (WDEF)- The McMinn Central Chargers are coming off of two consecutive playoffs, including a playoff victory last season. (more…)
Vols unveil new Smokey Grey Jerseys
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF)- It is now 49 days until kickoff at Neyland Stadium, but the Vols went ahead and unveiled a brand new jersey…
Local citizens, officials react to Trump assassination attempt
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- We are hearing from some of our local leaders Saturday evening on their reactions to this assassination attempt on former President Trump. Among them were…
Controversy over signs in Hamilton County school board race
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - As early voting begins across Hamilton County, there is some controversy over one school board race. Democratic incumbent member Jill Black is facing off against…
Murphy not present, pleads not guilty to 17 charges in arraignment hearing
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Celeste Murphy, or rather her attorneys, made their first court appearance briefly Friday morning. Murphy was not present when her…
Southside Social being sued over copyright infringement claim
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A popular Chattanooga establishment is in legal hot water. Southside Social on Chestnut Street is being sued by the American Society of Composers,…