Playset Fundraiser Helps Young Cancer Fighter
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A Virginia nonprofit is working to bring a bit of relief to a local family as their young son continues his fight against leukemia. The Roc…
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East Side Schoolyard Project Completed
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Community leaders gathered Tuesday morning at East Side Elementary School for a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the opening of the East Side Community Schoolyard. The project marks the…
DA Reflects on Guilty Resolution
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) - District Attorney General Stephen Hatchett indicated the conclusion of the Craig Liner case brings a difficult but meaningful sense of closure after a guilty plea brought the…
Cleveland Man Pleads Guilty in Murder Case
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) - Charlton Craig Liner has been sentenced to life in prison after pleading guilty to killing his ex-wife, Karen Liner, according to the 10th Judicial District…
CFC Brings Soccer to Erlanger Park
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Chattanooga Football Club is preparing to take the field at Erlanger Park for a milestone event in the club’s history. CFC will host Inter Miami…
Mother’s Day Paddle Through Downtown
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Families spent part of Mother’s Day on the water Sunday morning during a special kayaking adventure hosted by Outdoor Chattanooga. The guided paddle took participants through downtown…
Sunscreen Confusion Raises Melanoma Concerns
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - May is Melanoma Awareness Month, and a new national survey is highlighting growing confusion surrounding sunscreen safety and daily sun protection. The survey, released by the Melanoma…
New TN Congressional Map Becomes Law
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) - Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee signed a new U.S. House redistricting map into law Thursday, finalizing a plan approved by the Republican-controlled legislature during a special session.…
Mothers Honored Through Community Giving
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Families staying at Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Chattanooga received a special surprise ahead of Mother’s Day. On Thursday, local McDonald’s Owner/Operators visited the house to…
Redistricting Debate Sparks State Concern
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Concerns over a statewide redistricting proposal are growing as Tennessee lawmakers continue a special session focused on congressional map changes. In Nashville, lawmakers are considering legislation that…
Mental Health Awareness Month
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - May is Mental Health Awareness Month, bringing renewed attention to mental health challenges affecting millions of Americans. Nearly one in five adults experiences mental illness each year. Rising…
Lawmakers Begin Redistricting Special Session
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) - Tennessee’s political landscape could soon see a major shift as lawmakers returned to the Capitol in Nashville for a special session focused on congressional redistricting. The session,…
New Survey Highlights Food Insecurity
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - New findings from the City of Chattanooga Office of Community Health in collaboration with the mayor's office and Columbia University show food insecurity continues to affect local…
Collins Campaigns Ahead Of Primary
RINGGOLD, GA. (WDEF) - Republican Congressman Mike Collins has kicked off the “Big Rig Roadshow”, a statewide campaign tour ahead of Georgia’s Republican primary. The tour opened in Ringgold at Farm…
Vaccination Rates Decline as Cases Rise
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - As vaccine preventable diseases continue to spread in parts of the United States, pediatricians are encouraging families to review their children’s immunizations. The end of April…
Spring Market Celebrates Moms Early
CHICKAMAUGA, GA. (WDEF) - Families spent part of their weekend celebrating moms a little early at the Petals and Pearls Mother’s Day Market, held at the Gordon Lee Mansion. The event…
Jones Faces Heated Governor Race
DALTON, GA. (WDEF) - Georgia’s race for governor is taking shape ahead of the primary election, with Republican candidates working to define themselves in a competitive statewide contest. Lieutenant Governor Burt…
Vision Loss Awareness Campaign
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - April is Women’s Eye Health and Safety Month, and May is Healthy Vision Month, both aimed at encouraging people to focus on protecting their vision. Prevent Blindness is…
Schools Highlight Student Success and Future
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) - Bradley County Schools highlighted student achievement, safety initiatives, and future growth during its annual State of Schools event held this morning. Students from across the district…
Understanding Schizophrenia And Family Impact
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Approximately 3.7 million Americans are living with schizophrenia, a complex mental health condition that continues to be widely misunderstood and can be difficult to diagnose. Symptoms often…
New Senior Center Plans Announced
OOLTEWAH, Tenn. (WDEF) - Hamilton County is moving forward with plans to create its first dedicated senior center, expanding resources for older adults in the Ooltewah and Collegedale communities. The project,…
Zebra and Giraffe Friendship Turns Heads
VALDOSTA, GA. (WDEF) - An unusual animal pairing is being highlighted at Wild Adventures Theme Park in Valdosta, Georgia. Inside the park’s Giraffe Overlook habitat, which allows multiple species to…
Strawberry Spirit Sweeps Through Rhea County
DAYTON, Tenn. (WDEF) - Rhea County is bursting with strawberry spirit as a decorating contest gets underway ahead of the Tennessee Strawberry Festival. One of the first events to kick…
Commissioner Highlights Experience During Campaign
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Hamilton County Commissioner Chip Baker spoke to the Pachyderm club Monday as part of his reelection campaign for District 2. During the meeting, Baker highlighted…
Thomas the Train Event Brings Family Fun
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Day Out with Thomas brought families to the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum for a seasonal train-themed event built around a real excursion ride experience. Visitors…
Chattanooga Market Returns to First Horizon Pavilion
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Chattanooga Market is back for the season at the First Horizon Pavilion, launching its seasonal run with a weekend opening event. Opening weekend brought…
Southeast Drought Conditions Continue Worsening
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Drought conditions continued to expand and intensify across much of the Southeast, according to the latest U.S. Drought Monitor update. In the Tennessee Valley, extreme drought conditions…
Large Crowds Mark Mr. T’s Opening
OOLTEWAH, Tenn. (WDEF) - Large crowds and long lines took over Ooltewah as Mr. T’s Pizza opened its second location with a three-day grand opening celebration. The…
Hawk Hill Plans Await Approval
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The future of AT&T Field is under consideration as the Chattanooga Sports Authority weighs next steps for the site following the Chattanooga Lookouts’ departure, while River City…
Prescription Drug Bill Advances Statewide
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Tennessee lawmakers have passed the “Fair Rx Act,” legislation that would restrict certain types of ownership within the prescription drug industry in the state. The bill would…
Community Talks Solutions to Homelessness
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - City leaders and community organizations gathered this morning to discuss ongoing challenges related to homelessness and potential long-term solutions. The discussion included ideas such as…
Maclellan Island Future Vision
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Maclellan Island is still in the early stages of what could become a long-term transformation, with community partners working together to shape its future. Groups like Chattanooga Botanical…
Major Fine Art Festival Returns
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The 4 Bridges Arts Festival returned this weekend as one of the region’s premier visual arts events, drawing large crowds and artists from across the country. More…
Pollinator Garden Comes Into Bloom
SODDY DAISY, Tenn. (WDEF) - A new pollinator garden is now officially open in Soddy-Daisy, the result of a community-wide effort focused on conservation, native plants, and supporting local wildlife. Keep…
Crime Victims’ Rights Week Proclamation
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Hamilton County Family Justice Center hosted an event Thursday afternoon inside its auditorium and atrium as part of Crime Victims’ Rights Week. The event provided information…
AI Reshaping Future Workplace Skills
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping the workplace, changing how employees complete tasks and how companies define roles across nearly every industry. While the…
Wildfire Grows Rapidly In Remote Terrain
POLK COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - A wildfire burning in Polk County continues to expand across remote forest land. The Appalachia Fire was first reported on Tuesday afternoon on U.S. Forest…
Historic Center Supports Youth and Families
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - For more than a century, The Bethlehem Center has remained a part of the Alton Park community, working to support generations of local families. Founded in…
Free Treats Ease Tax Day Stress
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - On a day that often brings deadlines and stress, one company is flipping the script. Kona Ice is once again celebrating National Chill Out Day…
Incubator Future Sparks Business Concerns
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - An announcement made by county staff at the Chamber of Commerce meeting on Monday involved a discussion of a proposal related to the Hamilton County Business Development…