CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The 2025 Chattanooga Buddy Walk brought thousands of families, advocates, and supporters to First Horizon Pavilion this weekend, celebrating individuals with Down syndrome and the power of…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Chattanooga has a rising star in youth track: Robert Todd IV. At just 9 years old, Robert is already making a name for himself with his speed, dedication,…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Habitat for Humanity of Greater Chattanooga welcomed the holiday season by celebrating a new home dedication for Stephanie Tarvin and her family on Friday, November 14th. The…
LAFAYETTE, GA (WDEF) - Pilgrim’s is making a major investment in Walker County’s future with the groundbreaking of a $400 million prepared foods facility at the Walker County Business Park in…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - President Donald Trump has proposed giving most Americans a $2,000 payment funded by money collected from tariffs on imported goods. The administration says the plan could take…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Hamilton County law enforcement has officially finished upgrades to the Law Enforcement Operations Center (LEOC) and the newly renovated Property and Evidence Facility that formerly was…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The United States Mint has officially ended production of the penny. The final one-cent coins for circulation were struck on November 12, 2025, concluding over 230 years…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A Chattanooga veteran is using storytelling to inspire reflection and hope in children and adults alike. “Magron’s Quest,” written by Navy veteran and local creative leader Anthony…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Veterans, families, and community members gathered this morning at the National Guard Armory for the annual Veterans Day ceremony hosted by the Chattanooga Area Veterans Council. The…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The City of Chattanooga celebrated the official groundbreaking for the renovation of ChattTown Skatepark and Chew Chew Dog Park today. This $4.4 million project will transform the…
SALE CREEK, Tenn. (WDEF) - The 2025 Hamilton County Fair took over McDonald Farm in Sale Creek this weekend, offering rides, live music, contests, and attractions for the whole family. One…
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) - As Halloween decorations come down, Christmas is already making its way to Cleveland. Preparations are underway for the 5th Annual Festival of Trees, hosted by Foundation House…
FORT OGLETHORPE, GA. (WDEF) - Goodwill Industries of the Greater Chattanooga Area celebrated the opening of a new store and donation center in Fort Oglethorpe on Thursday morning. The event began…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Grammy Award–winning country artist Carly Pearce is helping raise national awareness about recurrent pericarditis, a rare heart condition that is frequently misdiagnosed. Recurrent pericarditis is a chronic…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - For years, American flags have been displayed along Chattanooga’s Veterans Bridge as a tribute to the men and women who served in the United States Armed Forces. The…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Niña and Pinta replica ships are now open in Chattanooga. The two full-scale replicas of 15th-century Portuguese caravels are docked at Ross Landing City Park…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Chattanooga Lookouts gave fans one last chance to take a shot at AT&T Field, but not with a bat and ball. Instead, players teed off…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A new 2025 National Student Clearinghouse report shows more than 43 million Americans have attended college but left before earning a degree or credential. Many cite financial…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga brought inspiration to campus on Friday with a powerful event celebrating courage and leadership. UTC hosted “Audacious Asks,” a conversation and…
ROCK SPRING, GA (WDEF) - Following recent reports of kratom-related hospitalizations in Walker County, health experts are warning parents about the dangers this unregulated substance poses to adolescents. Kratom is a…
HIXSON, Tenn. (WDEF) - NFL Hall of Famer and former UTC Moc Terrell Owens spent the morning at Hixson Middle School, sharing stories from his time in Chattanooga and the NFL while…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The White Oak Bicycle Co-op is marking a record-breaking year in 2025 as it continues working toward its goal of giving away 1,000 bicycles by the end of the…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Girl Scouts of Southern Appalachians honored Dr. Edna Varner at the 2025 Trefoil Society Luncheon in Chattanooga, celebrating her lifelong dedication to education, leadership, and…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The City of Chattanooga has launched two new recycling pilot programs aimed at reducing landfill waste and improving sustainability. In partnership with NewTerra Composting and Overlooked Materials,…
MORGANTON, GA (WDEF) - Project Chimps is hosting its annual “Chimp or Treat” event this weekend, October 25 and 26, offering families a unique Halloween experience in Morganton, Georgia. The…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Future of Freight Festival, or F3, is underway in Chattanooga, bringing together logistics and transportation professionals, industry leaders, and innovators from across the…
HENAGAR, AL (WDEF) - The City of Henagar is preparing for Halloween with its 3rd annual costume giveaway. The city announced that free new and slightly used costumes will be…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Disney magic has returned to the Scenic City this weekend as Disney on Ice: Mickey’s Search Party takes over UTC’s McKenzie Arena. The beloved touring show combines…
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Chattanooga Apple Festival made its return to Camp Jordan today, drawing crowds for a weekend filled with fall flavors, crafts, and family fun.…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The University of Tennessee’s Pride of the Southland Marching Band made a stop in Chattanooga on Friday, October 17, for a free concert and open rehearsal at…
ROME, GA. (WDEF) - The Wings Over North Georgia Air Show returns to Russell Regional Airport this weekend, expanding to a three-day event filled with aerial stunts, live music, and fireworks.…
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF) - Families can step back in time at Camp Jordan Arena in East Ridge for Jurassic Encounters, A Prehistoric Adventure. The immersive experience transforms the arena into…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - As the federal government shutdown continues, questions are rising over how it might affect healthcare coverage, especially Medicare and the Affordable Care Act. For now, Medicare’s…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Medicare’s Annual Enrollment Period runs from October 15 through December 7, giving beneficiaries a chance to review and adjust their health coverage for 2026. This is the…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - October is Cybersecurity Month, a reminder for everyone to take small but meaningful steps to stay safe online. Experts say one of the most effective ways to…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Tennessee recorded its highest number of firearm deaths in 2023, according to the most recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The total includes deaths…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - On October 10, 2025, a massive explosion occurred at the Accurate Energetic Systems facility in McEwen, Tennessee. The blast was so intense that it was felt miles…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Chattanooga Zoo is bringing the Halloween spirit back with two festive events this October, one for families and one just for adults. Families can enjoy…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - As cold and flu season returns, air quality in the workplace is becoming a major concern for employees. A new survey shows 71% of workers avoid shared…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Students at Boyd-Buchanan school catapulted their learning to new heights during the 20th Annual Physics Trebuchet and Catapult Competition on Thursday, October 9th. The event challenged students to…