Masonic Lodge Vandal Suspect pleads guilty to arson
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The man charged with arson in the vandalism of the Chattanooga Masonic Lodge last year has pleaded guilty in federal court. (more…)
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YMCA consolidates preschool program
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- One of the Chattanooga YMCA’s preschool centers will be closing at the end of the year. (more…)
Construction in full swing at South Broad Stadium
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The future home of the Chattanooga Lookouts is starting to come together. (more…)
Denso Manufacturing Plant to expand in Athens
ATHENS, Tenn. (WDEF)- Athens received some big economic news Thursday. (more…)
Employee allegedly kissed student at Catoosa County fundraiser
CATOOSA COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) -- The Catoosa County Public Schools (CCPS) say they're investigating an alleged incident against a Lakeview Middle School student. CCPS say this took during a fundraising event on October 11-th held by Apex Leadership Company. An…
Attorneys say Roberts Trial still on track for April
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Attorneys for a man indicted in the murder of a Chattanooga businessman last year made a brief appearance in court Thursday morning. Darryl Roberts…
Whitfield County Schools mulling millage rate increase
DALTON, Ga. (WDEF)- Property owners in Whitfield County will likely see an increase in their property taxes this year. (more…)
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp announces statewide tax refund proposal
WALKER COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) -- Georgians will soon receive some monetary relief. Governor Brian Kemp has announced a statewide tax refund that will be giving more than…
Chattanooga man pleads guilty to second degree murder charges
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A Chattanooga man charged with second degree murder last year has plead guilty. Hamilton County Court records show that Reginald Holland has plead guilty to the April 20-23 murder of Ashley Coyne. An affidavit said that…
Hamilton County Health Department unveils first two mobile health units
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Hamilton…
Chattanooga pledges $100,000 to Home Uplift program
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)-The city of Chattanooga has given its largest contribution to a home upgrade program. (more…)
Students, faculty address board as Walker County superintendent dispute remains unresolved
A group of Walker County teachers, parents, and students attending Monday's Walker County School Board meeting due to concerns over the…
Democratic Caravan stops in Chattanooga
A group of Democratic representatives and candidates speaking about their campaign efforts on the Walnut Street Bridge. From left to right: Missy Crutchfield (candidate for TN Senate 10). Heather McClendon (candidate for TN House 30), Allison…
Walker County school board defers superintendent decision amid outcry from Raines supporters
LaFAYETTE, Ga. (WDEF)- Controversy ignited inside of the Walker County…
Proposed Apison development causes nearby residents to voice disapproval
APISON, Tenn. (WDEF)- Rapid…
‘Jail and Bail” raises funds for Heritage Park inclusive playground
Hamilton County Commissioner Lee Helton and Collegedale Commission candidate Billy Burnette being "arrested", so they can be "bailed" out to raise money…
McDonald Farm debate continues
SALE CREEK, Tenn. (WDEF)- Last week, the Hamilton County Commission received some news about McDonald Farm they didn’t really want to hear. (more…)
Ooltewah roads safety audit approved
OOLTEWAH, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Hamilton County Commission has approved a safety audit for two Ooltewah roads. (more…)
Initiative to help farmers affected by Helene
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF)- It’s been almost three weeks since Hurricane Helene devastated much of the southeast and killed over 250 people. (more…)
Water main break backs up traffic on Brainerd Road
BRAINERD, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A water main break is causing traffic problems in Brainerd. It was reported on Brainerd Road near Greenway View Drive earlier this morning.…
John Chambers sworn in as Chattanooga Police Chief
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Chattanooga officially has a new police…
Chattanooga Public Library unveils Trail of Tears exhibit
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Chattanooga Public Library hopes a new exhibit will help those who are searching for answers about their ancestry. (more…)
Residents react to proposed study of Ooltewah roads
OOLTEWAH, Tenn. (WDEF)- It’s been nearly a month since a 16 year old boy died while driving on Snow Hill Road. (more…)
Video shows incident between teacher and student at LFO
A screenshot of a confrontation between two faculty members and a LFO student. One of the teachers involved, Kimberly Malone, was charged with…
Study finds McDonald Farm not most ideal site for industrial development
SALE CREEK, Tenn. (WDEF)- Five years ago, the Hamilton County Government purchased McDonald…
Haynes said no decision made on property tax schedule
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Hamilton County Assessor of Property wanted to set the record straight on a reported change to the reappraisal schedule. Currently, properties…
County looking to improve Ooltewah road safety
OOLTEWAH, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Ooltewah roads will be the subject of a study following a fatal crash last month that took the life of a 16 year old boy.…
Cumberland Trail to expand in Hamilton County
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Cumberland Trail is one of Tennessee’s most unique state…
Chattanooga Tourism Summit Discusses future industry growth
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Businesses heavily invested in the state of Chattanooga tourism came together for a discussion Tuesday. (more…)
Teacher, attorneys maintain innocence after arrest on child cruelty
FORT OGLETHORPE. Ga. (WDEF)- A Catoosa County teacher is facing charges after an alleged incident last…
Frazier Avenue restriping project to begin next Monday
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Work is slated to start on restriping Frazier Avenue to one lane each way next Monday. (more…)
East Ridge, Collegedale come together for Helene relief
COLLEGEDALE, Tenn. (WDEF)- The death toll from Hurricane…
Wreaths across Chattanooga kicks off 2024 campaign
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- An annual tradition to honor those who served our country who are laid to rest this Christmas…
Officials discuss government response to Helene
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- There are now over two hundred deaths from Hurricane Helene across the Southeast. (more…)
TVA holds meeting to discuss future plans
The T-V-A has begun their open comment process on a draft plan for the future. The draft of the 20-25 Integrated Resources Plan is the topic of discussion for…
CARTA proposes increase in parking ticket fines
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Will the penalty for not paying for parking in downtown Chattanooga become more expensive? (more…)
More relief for Helene victims across Tennessee Valley
SODDY-DAISY, Tenn. (WDEF)- We are hearing about how the Tennessee Valley is continuing to show support for victims of Hurricane Helene. (more…)