Commissioners Tour Erlanger Park
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - With opening day less than two months away, several Hamilton County Commissioners toured Erlanger Park this week to see the progress on the future home of the Chattanooga…
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Massive Home Catches Fire
RINGGOLD, GA. (WDEF) - Firefighters responded to a large house fire Tuesday morning on The Pointe Drive in Ringgold. The Catoosa County Fire Department was called to the scene…
Church Affordable Housing Plan Moves Forward
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A proposed affordable housing development connected to Greater Tucker Missionary Baptist Church is moving closer to construction after the Chattanooga-Hamilton County Regional Planning Commission approved a…
Second Whataburger Opens in Area
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Another Whataburger is now open in the Tennessee Valley. The Texas-born chain officially opened its second Chattanooga location Monday, March 9, at 2332 Shallowford Village Drive, the former…
River Market Returns For Season
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Chattanooga River Market is back for the season, bringing local vendors, artists, and small businesses to the Tennessee Riverfront. Some vendors make the drive from outside…
Regional Coin and Currency Show
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF) - Coin collectors from across the region attended Camp Jordan Arena this past weekend for a regional coin and currency convention. The event brought together vendors and…
Duck Duck Goose Sale Underway
HIXSON, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Duck Duck Goose consignment sale started today at Northgate Mall, bringing together families looking to buy and sell children’s clothing, toys, books, and baby gear. Courtney…
1885 Grill Closes St. Elmo Location
ST. ELMO, Tenn. (WDEF) - After more than a decade in St. Elmo, 1885 Grill is closing its flagship restaurant, effective immediately. “We made the difficult decision to close our…
Family Justice Center Plans 2030
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Family Justice Center is planning for 2030, bringing together survivors, partners, and community leaders to envision how the center can better support victims of domestic violence.…
Cartel Violence Shakes Travel Safety
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Mexican authorities report the security situation in the state of Jalisco has largely stabilized after a wave of violence that followed the killing of a…
Markets React to Iran Tensions
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Markets are feeling pressure as tensions with Iran escalate, sending oil prices higher and raising concerns about the economy. Companies with global supply chains are monitoring the…
Askins Brothers Verdict Reached
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A jury has reached guilty verdicts in the cases of Caleb and Samuel Askins, who were accused in a series of shootings that targeted homes connected to Chelsea…
Fire Contained After Afternoon Blaze
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Emergency crews quickly contained a fire behind the Food City in St. Elmo this afternoon. A witness called 9-1-1 shortly before 12:40 p.m., reporting thick black smoke…
Chattanooga Convention Center hosts Scenic Stitches Fiber Festival
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The second annual Scenic Stitches Fiber Festival is taking place this weekend at the Chattanooga Convention Center, running February 28 through March 1. Dozens…
Askins Trial Shows Key Evidence
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Testimony in the trial of Samuel and Caleb Askins focused Thursday on alleged gang activity, a traffic stop, and forensic evidence tied to the Maryland Street shooting.…
Askins Brothers Murder Trial Continues
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The murder trial of Samuel Askins and Caleb Askins continued in Hamilton County Criminal Court as prosecutors presented more evidence and testimony in the case related to…
David Pollack Headlines Scouting Fundraiser
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Former University of Georgia standout and ESPN College GameDay analyst David Pollack spoke Tuesday at the 23rd annual Friends of Scouting Luncheon, where his message focused on…
Local Country Artist Turns Heartache Musical
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Rising singer-songwriter and UTC student Bella Lam just released her new single, Take It Out On My Guitar. Fans had a chance to join her earlier Tuesday…
Virtual Schools Face Possible Closure
BENTON, Tenn. (WDEF) - Tennessee lawmakers are considering House Bill 2420, a measure that would allow the state education commissioner to close virtual schools that do not meet certain performance standards. …
AAP Shares Childhood Vaccine Guidance
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The American Academy of Pediatrics is sharing new guidance this month aimed at helping parents and caregivers understand…
Firefighter Faces Life-Changing Recovery
TRACY CITY, Tenn. (WDEF) - A Manchester firefighter and Tracy City resident, Jay Lankford is continuing a long and difficult recovery after a September motorcycle crash left him with life-changing injuries. Family…
Y-CAP Program Supports Youth Success
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The YMCA Community Action Project, known locally as Y‑CAP, is an early‑intervention and prevention program in Chattanooga that serves young people ages 10 to 15 who have…
Ash Wednesday Sparks Faith Renewal
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Church bells rang across Chattanooga this morning as parishioners gathered at the Basilica of Saints Peter & Paul to mark Ash Wednesday, the start of the Lenten…
New Hangar Project Takes Off
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - West Star Aviation leaders and Hamilton County officials broke ground on a major expansion that will significantly increase the company’s operational capacity. West Star Aviation operates multiple…
Pancake Race Celebrates Shrove Tuesday
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Students at St. Nicholas Elementary School celebrated Shrove Tuesday with their third annual pancake race, a tradition that blends faith, learning, and hands-on fun. The morning began…
Candidate Highlights Plans for Tennesseans
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Tennessee Governor candidate Jerri Green visited Chattanooga on Tuesday to meet with local residents and voters. The event took place at the Chattanooga Masonic Center. Green, a…
Women Build Home Dedication Held
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Habitat for Humanity of Greater Chattanooga dedicated a new home on February 14 for a local mother and daughter, marking the completion of their journey through the…
McDonald Farm Set For State Park
SALE CREEK, TN (WDEF) - McDonald Farm, a historic property spanning more than 1,300 acres in Hamilton County, is set to become Tennessee’s 70th state park. The plan includes roughly $45.3…
Hope Grows for Myeloma Patients
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - What began as a broken femur to a life-changing diagnosis for one man now working to raise awareness about multiple myeloma. Dave was diagnosed several years ago…
Mobile Pantry Supports School Families
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Orchard Knob Elementary hosts a School Mobile Pantry distribution in partnership with the Chattanooga Area Food Bank. The Chattanooga Area Food Bank serves a…
Rhea County Education Center Ribbon Cutting
DAYTON, Tenn. (WDEF) - Students and state leaders gathered Wednesday for the ribbon cutting of the Rhea County Higher Education Center, a new facility focused on technical education and workforce…
Governor Highlights Growth During Pikeville Visit
PIKEVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) - Governor Bill Lee and First Lady Maria Lee visited Pikeville as part of Tennessee’s participation in the nation’s 250th celebration, known as America 250. During the…
Miss G’s Owner Detained by ICE
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The owner of popular Chattanooga restaurant Miss G’s has been detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, prompting concern from longtime customers. Guillermina Solano-Chala, owner of…
Safe Internet Day
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - With kids spending more time online, keeping them safe has never been more important. Technology is part of daily life, from apps and social media to online games and…
Mayor Shares Vision for Growth
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp spoke to members of the Hamilton County Pachyderm Club Monday, highlighting accomplishments from his first term and outlining priorities for the future…
Driver Services Center Reopens After Remodel
JASPER, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security has reopened its Driver Services Center after completing a months-long remodel aimed at improving customer experience and efficiency. …
Americans Struggle Getting Reading Started
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Americans want to read more, but screens and digital distractions are making it harder to pick up a book. Surveys commissioned by ThriftBooks found that while 70%…
Immersive Exhibit Highlights Global Poverty
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Compassion International brought its nationwide Compassion Experience tour to Ridgedale Baptist Church in Chattanooga from February 6 through February 8. The free, family friendly exhibit invited visitors…
Valentine Market Draws Weekend Crowds
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Sweetheart Market wrapped up its two-day run at the Chattanooga Choo Choo Historic District, bringing together local vendors, live music and Valentine’s-themed shopping for the community.…
Tooth Pain Could Signal More
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Tooth pain is easy to dismiss, but dental experts say ignoring it can lead to serious consequences. Pain, sensitivity, swelling, or infection often signal problems deep inside…