Governor Lee Stops in Athens and Decatur
MEIGS AND MCMINN COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee made two stops in East Tennessee on Wednesday as part of his statewide farewell tour, drawing crowds of…
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How Workers Can Stay Competitive
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Artificial intelligence and automation are changing how many jobs are done. A new survey from the University of Phoenix highlights how hiring leaders view online credentials in…
Survivor Inspires Hope Through Story
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - John O’Leary, bestselling author, international keynote speaker, and burn survivor, inspired attendees at the 23rd annual Possibilities Luncheon hosted by Siskin Hospital for Physical Rehabilitation. The event,…
Civil War Battlefield Land Preserved
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The National Park Service has awarded $973,527 to help preserve a 30-acre tract of land tied to the Battle of Wauhatchie, a critical fight during the Civil…
Chattanooga Nightclub Trial Reaches Verdict
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The trial of Melvin Evans concluded this week in the 2021 fatal shooting of Kenneth Trammell Jr. outside a Chattanooga nightclub, bringing more than five years of…
Fatal Nightclub Shooting Trial Day Three
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Jurors in Chattanooga followed the unfolding events of a fatal nightclub shooting as testimony continued in the trial of 32-year-old Melvin Evans, accused of killing 28-year-old…
Supporting Parents Through Unexpected Pregnancies
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A local nonprofit is working to support individuals facing unexpected pregnancies. Choices Chattanooga provides free medical services, education, and resources aimed at helping parents feel informed and…
Deadly Nightclub Shooting Trial Continues
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The night of January 31, 2021, began like any other outside the Night Owl nightclub in Chattanooga. But the evening ended in tragedy when 28-year-old Kenneth Trammell…
Carrying History Home With The Community
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Chattanooga Lookouts celebrated a milestone today, moving their historic home plate from AT&T Field to their future stadium at Erlanger Park in a ceremonial community relay.…
Tips to Stop Water Waste
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Each March, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Fix a Leak Week reminds homeowners that small leaks in plumbing can waste a surprising amount of water. Household leaks…
Veterans Stories Shared at Museum
MEIGS COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - Community members gathered today at the Meigs County Historical Museum for The Weight We Carry, Veterans Stories, a program focused on sharing veterans’ experiences and recognizing…
Quantum Technology Moves Toward Application
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Researchers, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders gathered Thursday at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga for a program focused on quantum technology. The event explored how quantum research…
The Hidden Reason Allergies Linger
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Spring is here, and with it comes seasonal allergies. For many residents, the familiar symptoms, sneezing, congestion, itchy eyes, are already starting to appear. Pollen levels rise…
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…
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…