CHATTANOOGA (WDEF): Betty White, often referred to as America's Grandmother, was not only an exceptional actress, but also an avid animal advocate. In honor of Betty and her love for animals, the Betty…
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF): Today is the grand opening of the Peach Cobbler Factory. Located on 301 East MLK Boulevard, it is the 7th open location to date in four states. The first Peach…
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF): January is National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month. Tennessee Secretary of State Tre Hargett's office is working to help victims of abuse. Hargett runs the Safe at Home Program designed to prevent abusers from finding their…
Cleveland, TN (WDEF): Whirlpool Corporation has sold two of its former plants in Cleveland to a Milwaukee - based company, Phoenix Investors. The two plants previously stood in Downtown Cleveland but have since been demolished. Cleveland Mayor Kevin Brooks issued…
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF): Now that the cold temperatures are upon us, it's important to remember about your pipes! The last thing anyone wants to deal with is frozen or broken water pipes during…
Hamilton County, TN (WDEF): Now that the holidays are over, it's time to get rid of the Christmas tree. Before throwing it out on the curb, there's an even better option. Hamilton County Government will be recycling real, Christmas trees…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - In the Tennessee Valley, we saw an elevation snow overnight. While sleet, heavy rain and strong winds brought down power lines all over the area, the snow mainly affected the…
The Tennessee Valley Authority finished its largest gas plant upgrade in history this month.
Tennessee Valley, TN (WDEF): Having a travel adviser is more important now than ever before. "I did have clients that I had to reschedule yesterday. They tested positive for COVID in the states....They both…
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF): If you're considering gifting a pet this holiday season, you may want to think twice. Before surprising a loved one with a pet, the Humane Educational Society says…
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF): It's important to make sure those who served our country have enough to eat this holiday season. To that end, the 8th Annual Chattanooga Veteran's Center Food Drive was held…
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF): A family of four has been displaced just before the holidays following a residential fire Sunday night on the 1400 block of Bradt street. The fire displaced one adult and…
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF): Christmas is coming early for some Family Forward families thanks to Santa and Toys for Tots. The city of Chattanooga funds the Family Forward initiative, previously called 'Baby University'.…
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF): So far, there have been nine confirmed tornadoes just in Tennessee. Salvation Army is there assisting with tornado relief. "It helps when people know that others are coming alongside to help…
East Ridge, TN (WDEF): The East Ridge Police Department is adopting Chattanooga Police's 'Take Me Home' Program. It's a free program designed to help law enforcement in emergency situations with people with…
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF): Fairy Godmothers Chattanooga is giving back this Christmas. The brand new group is partnering with the community to give widowed and single parents Christmas presents. Fairy Godmothers started in Dallas -…
Tennessee Valley (WDEF): Weather in the classroom was busy Tuesday. Meteorologist Bekah Birdsall visited Skyukah Hall. The middle school students have been learning about weather. They had lots of…
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF): Weather in the classroom was on the road again today to Bess T. Shepherd Elementary. During these visits, we present weather related experiments, talk to…
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF): "By focusing on programs and investments in young children, we as the city of Chattanooga have the potential to help break the violence of multi - generational poverty, prevent violence in…
Tennessee Valley (WDEF): The T-V-A and T-E-M-A have released their new safety calendars for the Sequoyah and Watts Bar Nuclear Plants. The calendars will be mailed out before Christmas to those living within a ten mile radius of the nuclear…
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF): "Cyber Monday is a huge shopping day, we see billions of dollars spent by consumers," says Michele Mason, President of the Better Business Bureau for Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia.…
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF): Just like humans, dogs can get colds too. Kennel cough cases typically rise during the holiday months as more dogs are boarded up. "It definitely started with a cough. It almost…
Mayor Tim Kelly stopped by the JFK club of Chattanooga today to speak about his plans for Chattanooga. Kelly spoke about his One Chattanooga initiatives in detail including Universal Early Learning, affordable housing, and more. Kelly says the main problem…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - The announcement of Riverbend coming back next June has left some anxious for tickets. But, you may have to wait just a little while longer to purchase a wristband. Online ticket sales for Riverbend are currently paused…
Jasper, TN (WDEF): Here's another way to see fall foliage around the Tennessee Valley. A historic Ford Tri - Motor aircraft will be available for rides all this weekend at the Marion County Airport.…
Cleveland, TN (WDEF): Habitat for Humanity of Cleveland held a Home Dedication Ceremony today, their last one of the year. Today's ceremony was in…
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF): The Hamilton County Commissioner's decision to add two more districts to the map has left residents wondering the city's plan to redistrict. Chattanooga City Councilwoman, Carol Berz says to not expect any drastic changes. Every ten years,…
Cleveland, TN (WDEF): Foundation House Ministries is asking for the community's help to donate a decorated, Christmas tree, real or fake, big or small for their silent auction by November 18th for their…
Weather in the classroom was on the road again today to Riceville Elementary in McMinn county. During these visits, we present weather related experiments, talk to students…
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF): "When you start hearing footsteps when you're the only one in the building or one of the fellows was just telling me last night that he heard screaming and he…
Chattanooga is now part of the Tennessee RiverTown program. Chattanooga joins 20 other communities along the Tennessee river that will be enhanced by its partnership with Tennessee RiverLine. The goals of this partnership are…
Before they go trick or treating, make sure the child has a good dinner, a healthy dinner.
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF): Chattanooga State kick-started their Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week today. Each day they will focus on a different challenge. Today, Chatt State volunteers were at the Chattanooga Area Food…
Oh snap! If you're looking to up your social media game, Chattanooga Selfie Museum is the place for you.
Blood Assurance is issuing a critical appeal for type O blood, both positive and negative. Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Liz Culler says one of the reasons is due to it being fall break week. The Officer explains people having accidents…
Weather in the Classroom made a visit to Black Fox Elementary in Cleveland this morning. Meteorologist Bekah Birdsall had lots of fun teaching the third grade class about…
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF): President & CEO of U.S. Xpress Enterprises, Inc Eric Fuller says, "Truck driving is the largest single job in the U.S., but we have about 100 to 150 thousand less…
Mckamey Animal Center is desperately asking for adoptions or foster care. They are currently holding over 600 animals and at full capacity. Mckamey Animal Center says the adoption rates have been lower this year. And, animals are…
Hamilton County, TN (WDEF): Hamilton County Office of Emergency Management is encouraging residents to be weather alert tonight into Tuesday. That includes securing loose outdoor property, bringing pets and valuables inside, and having ways to get weather…
Hamilton County, TN (WDEF): As the school year continues, so does the rise of COVID 19 cases among students. There is over three hundred active COVID-19 cases, according to Hamilton County Schools COVID 19 Dashboard. Nearly twenty…