Judge Presses Ahead in Liner Case
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) - Bradley County murder suspect Charlton “Craig” Liner was back in court Monday as questions continue over his legal representation. Liner is charged with first-degree murder…
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Bradley County Commission Approves $75K Fire Hall
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Bradley County Commission has officially weighed in on a debated project at the Minnis Road fire station. Earlier this month, the county’s Finance Committee…
Economic Boom Downtown
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A new report from River City Company shows downtown Chattanooga thriving across retail, office, hospitality, and residential sectors. Over the past year, 23 new businesses have opened, from shops…
Flood Relief Efforts Continue
FORT OGLETHORPE, GA. (WDEF) - Two days after heavy flooding in Catoosa County, local organizations and volunteers are still helping families recover. More than 100 residents from The Crossings and Fountain Brooks…
City Weighs Asphalt Plant Proposal
SODDY DAISY, Tenn. (WDEF) - A proposed asphalt plant has drawn strong opposition from residents, who said there was no hardship or valid reason for its location. The developer explained why…
Dozens Rescued After Severe Flooding
FORT OGLETHORPE, GA. (WDEF) - Dozens of residents were rescued from flooded homes after storms dropped several inches of rain late Tuesday, causing widespread water damage across parts of Catoosa County.…
Vinyl Records Keep Spinning Strong
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Every August 12, music lovers across the country celebrate National Vinyl Record Day, a special occasion that honors the timeless appeal of vinyl records. More than just…
Fueling Young Athletes
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Busy families know how tough it can be to keep young athletes fueled throughout their busy days. From early school mornings to late practices and games, finding quick and…
SNAP Soda Ban Proposal Gains Momentum
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The debate over what food assistance dollars should cover is gaining steam nationwide. A growing number of states, most led by Republicans, but now including some…
TN811 Reminds Residents to Call
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Tennessee 811 (TN811) is using August 11, or 8-1-1 on the calendar, as a reminder for residents to contact 811 before starting any digging project. The free…
World’s Longest Yard Sale Returns
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The world’s longest yard sale once again rolled through the Scenic City this past weekend. The 127 Yard Sale, stretching nearly 700 miles from Addison, Michigan, to…
TennCare Expands Coverage for Obesity Medications
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The American Diabetes Association (ADA) is applauding TennCare for expanding coverage to include FDA-approved weight-management medications, including GLP-1 receptor agonists. This decision comes at a critical…
Hope for Mothers, Help for Babies
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) - Foundation House Ministries, a Cleveland-based nonprofit, is sounding the alarm after receiving a record number of calls about babies born addicted to drugs. Executive Director Suzanne…
Students Start New School Year
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Class is officially back in session for Hamilton County students, with schools reopening today, August 6, 2025. District leaders say more than 45,000 students are returning to…
Human Trafficking Hidden in Plain Sight
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Human trafficking is a devastating and hidden crime affecting millions globally. With an estimated 27.6 million victims, traffickers operate silently, blending into everyday life. Victims may be found in…
Back-To-School Clothes Shopping Trends
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - As back-to-school season begins, families are adjusting their spending habits, especially when it comes to clothing. According to the 2025 Cotton Incorporated Lifestyle Monitor™ Survey, parents expect to…
Chatt Prep Walk Welcomes Students
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Chattanooga Preparatory School kicked off the new school year with a powerful tradition known as the Chattanooga 300 Walk. Students walked into the building this morning to…
Tennessee Chef Crowned Seafood King
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) - Chef Wesley True of Inman Social in Cleveland, Tennessee, has been crowned the 2025 King of American Seafood after winning the prestigious Great American Seafood Cook-Off in…
Expert Advice for Safer Schools
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - As the new school year begins, leaders from the National Association of School Resource Officers (NASRO) offered expert insight into how schools can better protect students and…
Overnight Storms Trigger Flash Flooding
Dalton, GA (WDEF) – Flash flooding swamped parts of Whitfield County late Saturday night into Sunday, August 3rd, after heavy rains dropped up to six inches in just a few hours. …
PenaVegas Help Kids Gear Up
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - As students across the country prepare to return to class, many families are facing an uphill battle. For households dealing with housing instability, food insecurity, or financial…
Students Begin School Year Early
ATHENS, Tenn. (WDEF) - Students in Rhea County and McMinn County, Tennessee, returned to school on Friday, August 1st, but only for a half day. It’s a soft launch to the…
Mayor Meets with Local Residents
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Mayor Tim Kelly met with Chattanooga residents during Open Office Hours on July 31. The event ran from 1 to 4:30 p.m., and residents had to request…
Gordon’s Cleaners Closes After Decades
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A longtime Chattanooga family business has shut its doors for the final time. Gordon’s Cleaners, which began as a small launderette on Frazier Avenue in 1947, closed…
Proposed Policy Targets Student Phones
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Hamilton County School Board is preparing to vote on a proposal that would ban student cell phone use for the entire school day. The potential policy…
“Hydration Heroes” Visit Fire Station
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Firefighters at Chattanooga Fire Station No. 6 got a refreshing surprise Tuesday morning. As part of their “Hydration Heroes” initiative, employees with Renewal by Andersen of Chattanooga…
Summer Fun Meets Holiday Cheer
HIXSON, Tenn. (WDEF) - Christmas came early to Hixson this weekend as Chester Frost Park transformed into a festive summer wonderland. The free “Christmas in July” event featured more than 30…
Missing Dog Sparks Outcry
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A Chattanooga family is sounding the alarm after their 2-year-old Presa Canario, Saint, was allegedly stolen right from their yard. Sydne-Joie Noel says the incident happened on Tuesday,…
RAM Hosts First-Ever Fundraising Telethon
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Remote Area Medical (RAM®) is hosting its first-ever Living the Giving telethon today, Tuesday, July 29, from 2 to 10 P.M. Eastern Time. The event will stream…
Apple Simplifies Family Connection
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - As families gear up for a new school year, many are turning to technology to help keep things running smoothly at home and in the classroom. This week,…
Lake Winnie Awarded Historic Plaque
ROSSVILLE, GA. (WDEF) - Lake Winnepesaukah just earned a national honor. On Sunday, July 27th, the National Amusement Park Historical Association presented the Chattanooga-area amusement park with a commemorative plaque recognizing…
Fresh Food, Families, and Wellness
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Wellpoint Tennessee, in collaboration with the YMCA Mobile Market, hosted Wellness with Wellpoint Thursday morning in Chattanooga, an event designed to support healthy lifestyles and improve food…
Including Eye Exams This Schoolyear
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - As families prepare for back-to-school season, eye doctors are reminding parents not to overlook their child’s vision. Experts say comprehensive eye exams with an optometrist should be…
Protecting and Building Community Trust
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - In East Chattanooga, the fight to reduce gun violence is being led not just by law enforcement, but by neighbors. Groups like the 423 Chain Breakers and…
Free Supplies for New Teachers
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Hamilton County Schools Foundation is giving new teachers a head start by offering free classroom supplies this week. The Teacher Supply Hub will be open July…
Drawing Chattanooga’s Architectural Story
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Preserve Chattanooga is inviting the public to celebrate the city’s architecture through art. The “Taking a Pen for a Walk in Chattanooga” drawing contest is open to artists…
TN First Lady Helps Students Prepare
COALMONT, Tenn. (WDEF) - Hundreds of Grundy County students are starting the school year with brand-new backpacks and school supplies, thanks to Tennessee First Lady Maria Lee. On Tuesday, Lee…
Tennessee School Tax Holiday Returns
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Tennessee families looking to stretch their back-to-school budgets will soon get a break at the register. The state’s annual sales tax holiday is set for Friday, July…
YMCA Launches $5M Renovation Project
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A major transformation is underway at the Cleveland Family YMCA. On Monday, July 21, the YMCA of Metropolitan Chattanooga officially broke ground on a $5-million renovation project…
Grant Fuels LIFT’s Creative Growth
RINGGOLD, GA (WDEF) - LIFT Youth Center is getting a creative boost thanks to a new grant from Georgia Council for the Arts. The nonprofit, which offers free afterschool programs…