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Marion County resident concerned about consistent outages
MARION COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- This weekend's severe weather caused power outages throughout the area. One area affected is the Riverside community in Marion County along Highway 41. A longtime resident says that they are…
Being considerate of veterans on the Fourth
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- As you're shooting fireworks this Fourth of July, there's one group to be sensitive of. Veterans who have PTSD may have anxiety that gets triggered…
Tips for paying student loans
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - With many affected by today’s Supreme Court decision to overturn student loan forgiveness, now is the time to prepare to start repaying. (more…)
Little Debbie Park opens to the public
COLLEGEDALE, Tenn. (WDEF) - The city of Collegedale and McKee Foods came together this morning to unveil a new centerpiece of their community. (more…)
Chattanooga Airport warns of new checked baggage deadline
UPDATE: Hart says that so far there have been no delays at the Chattanooga Airport despite delays nationwide. He encourages passengers to check with their airlines that their…
Seniors Concerned About Losing Eastgate Senior Center
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A group of senior citizens are raising concerns about potentially losing their community center.…
The mystery of Chickamauga Lake fish deaths continues
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A few months ago we brought you a story about the apparent mass die-off of fish in Lake Chickamauga. (more…)
Erlanger Holding Christmas in July Toy Drive
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The weather is heating up but it is about to be Christmas…
GoDog Case Continued to July
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The legal battle between a dog kennel business and a Chattanooga southside neighborhood continued on Tuesday. (more…)
Coolidge Park Fountains Reopen
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A staple of the Chattanooga Northside has reopened Tuesday morning. (more…)
How to Stay Safe While Hiking
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Last week, a hiker died after falling on Sunset Rock and two hikers were rescued on Mowbray Mountain when floodwaters trapped them. (more…)
Owner doesn’t know if The Cookie Jar will reopen
DUNLAP, Tenn. (WDEF) - We now know the cause behind a fire that has destroyed a beloved restaurant in Sequatchie County. (more…)
Public Tours in Raccoon Mountain Occur First Time Since 9/11
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Those of an older generation might remember public tours of the TVA power storage facility on Raccoon Mountain. (more…)
TVA Strategizing For Future Weather Events
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- It has been six months since a historic cold snap caused issues across the Tennessee Valley. (more…)
Man Dies in Red Bank House Fire
RED BANK, Tenn. (WDEF) - One man is dead after a house fire in Red Bank Thursday morning. (more…)
Blackburn, Ossoff Introduce Emergency Grant
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Senators Marsha Blackburn and Jon Ossoff are teaming up to introduce new bipartisan legislation. (more…)
Commission Approves Budget Amid Controversy
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Hamilton County Commission unanimously passed next year’s fiscal budget. (more…)
Judges Discuss State of the Courts
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Three Hamilton County judges spoke about the state of our court system Wednesday morning. (more…)
Resources for domestic violence victims
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Last Thursday, six people died in a murder-suicide in Marion County. (more…)
Tourism Company Warns about Budget Cuts
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A new proposal in the Hamilton County budget has the Chattanooga Tourism Company alarmed. (more…)
Chattanoogans celebrate Juneteenth
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Chattanoogans came together to honor Juneteenth on Monday. (more…)
Victim Warned about Violence Months Before Murder-Suicide
MARION COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - Tragedy struck Marion County Thursday night. (more…)
Zoning Violation Dropped Against GoDog; Excessive Barking Case to Come
A rooftop camera view of the GoDog business on W. 20th Street, showing the close proximity of the business to multiple residences.…
GSA Holds Future Courthouse Hearing
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Federal officials held a public meeting to discuss where the future Chattanooga federal courthouse will be. (more…)
Foundation Honoring Pat Summitt on her Birthday
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF)- A Tennessee legend would have turned 71 years old today. (more…)
Citizens Thinking about Future Red Bank Central Park
One vision of the future Red Bank Central Park presented on the Save Red Bank Central Park Facebook page. This is not an official…
Abba’s House Opens Food Pantry
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Abba’s House in Hixson launched a food pantry Tuesday…
Affordable Housing Fair Launches Home Buyer Program
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The city of Chattanooga held an affordable housing fair this evening. (more…)
Authorities Cracking Down on BUIs
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The headmaster at the Baylor School was arrested over the weekend. (more…)
Local Reaction to Trump Indictment
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Former President Donald Trump has been indicted on 38 charges in a federal investigation. (more…)
New Nursing School Opening in Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- There is a new nursing school in the Scenic City. (more…)
Student-Athletes Discuss Receiving NIL Deal
The Fab Five of Bradley County posing as part of their group NIL deal with Wholesale Supply. From left to right: Sloan Carpenter, Kimora Fields, Hannah Jones, Harmonie Ware, and Avary Brewer (Courtesy: Wholesale Carpet Sales…
Tips to Combat Bad Air Quality
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- With wildfires in Canada spreading smoke across the Eastern U.S., experts are warning about how to handle bad air quality. (more…)
First group NIL deal announced in Bradley County
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) - A group of high school athletes have gained access to a unique opportunity. (more…)
More than inflation at play for tax increases
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - Multiple communities are facing the burden of inflation as they consider their budgets for the upcoming fiscal year. (more…)
Litter Boom Already Showing Results
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Recently we brought you a story about a litter boom that was installed on Chattanooga Creek near the Wheland Foundry Trailhead. (more…)
Chen’s defense attorney files to vacate indictment
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The defense attorney for Jason Chen has filed a motion to vacate his client’s indictment. (more…)
New Management Hopes Budgetel Reopening is Uneventful
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF)- A troubled East Ridge motel is attempting its comeback. (more…)
New Area Code to be Added to East Tennessee
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - New phones sold in our area may soon be assigned a new area code. (more…)