CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) Why on Earth would students go back to school during the hottest days of the year? It's an uncomfortable fact of life for most school districts in the Tennessee Valley, but not Murray County. Their kids are still…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) The Chattanooga City Council has officially adopted the 2024 evolving our riverfront parks framework plan. The grant from BlueCross is intended to enhance the park ensuring that these spaces are accessible, sustainable, and engaging for everyone. “It’s not…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)At the downtown Chattanooga Library Saturday, the Chattanooga Festivals of Arts and Ideas hosted The Literary Lounge. It's an event that celebrates and showcases local Black authors and their contributions to the city. Attendees had a chance to…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) We have some sweet news for you! The Publix Ice Cream Truck is making its final stops of the "Savor the Summer" tour this weekend. It stopped in Ringgold on Saturday. This event was all about surprising…
UPDATE (AUGUST 26, 2024): The four murder victims in this shooting that occurred at Pleasant Grove Park have been identified. Joshua Pedro Pelico, 19 years old David Antonio Delgadillo, 21 years old Daniel Segura Cruz, 17 years old Robert Valencia,…
Get ready to mark your calendars because the 2nd Annual Chatt Town Cool Down is just around the corner! The thrilling end-of-summer celebration will bring an array of vibrant activities to our city. Whether you're a fan of live music,…
More than a hundred rabbits are in urgent need of new homes after being discovered in deplorable conditions. According to McKamey Animal Shelter, the original pet owner became overwhelmed by the sheer number of rabbits in their care. Now, these…
Chattanooga police are intensifying their search for a suspect in a deadly shooting that left 61-year-old Eugene Carson critically injured. The incident occurred the morning of August 15th at 4:24 am in the 3700 block of Rossville Boulevard. Authorities say…
A young boy's dream is finally coming true thanks to Make a wish east Tennessee Christian Ingram, a brave and resilient Tumor survivor, was celebrated by his classmates and teachers at Mayfield…
With summer in full swing, it’s important to remember that car interiors can become dangerously hot in just minutes. In response, Kids and Car Safety is at the forefront of pushing for the immediate implementation of occupant detection technology in…
As the new school year begins proud parents will flood social media with their first-day-of-school photos. What parents might not realize is these innocent…
"Get ready for a shopping adventure like no other! The Highway 127 Yard Sale is rolling through Signal Mountain. Thousands of vendors set up shop along the route, offering everything from vintage collectibles and antiques to unique handmade crafts. "All…
As the new school year begins, AAA urges drivers to stay alert and follow crucial safety guidelines to protect students on their way to and from school. "The early days of the back-to-school season are partially dangerous due to the…
The City of Dalton, in partnership with the Hamilton Health Care System, is taking a bold stand against human trafficking. This week, over 150 professionals from four states have converged at the Dalton Convention Center for a critical three-day training…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A new area code 729 will soon be added to the existing 423 region, which covers cities like Bristol, Chattanooga, Johnson City, and Kingsport…
C-H-I memorial has just unveiled a new state of the art cardiac C-T Scanner. They are the first hospital in the area to offer this new technology. The new C-T scanner delivers faster and more accurate results. It also features…
Friday, July 26th marked the 34th anniversary of the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the community came together for a celebration at Coolidge Park. The event featured a variety of vendors and service agencies dedicated to supporting…
Teachers are also joining in back-to-school shopping this weekend. To help make this task easier, the Hamilton County Foundation is hosting its annual Stuff the Bus Drive this weekend. The program aims to provide necessary resources to local educators as…
Wacker plant announced significant investments aimed to enhancing plant safety. As a part of their "We Care Week," project leader Stephiane Graff has dedicated activities throughout the week including mental health checkups, and…
Chattanooga's beloved Greenway Dog Park is getting a makeover. Chattanooga Parks and Outdoors says the park is undergoing renovations and construction to enhance accessibility for all visitors. Those include installing a pathway that meets A-D-A standards and ensuring that all…
At the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, the Police Department is once again stepping up to support victims of domestic abuse and sexual assault. For the third consecutive year, they've partnered with the 911 Cell Phone Bank to collect old…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The suspect in a vehicular homicide investigation has been apprehended. Metro Nashville Police Department posted on…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Amazon Prime Day is here and online shoppers are ready to fill up their cart promising huge discounts and deals there is…
UPDATE: A fire destroyed on home and badly damaged another in East Brainerd yesterday Firefighters were called to the 1800 block of Oakvale Drive, just after 6. In all, eight…
As temperatures continue to rise this summer, parents here in the Volunteer State are reminded of a way they can keep their kids safe in cars. Secretary of State Tre Hargett reminds Tennessee parents and caregivers about the Baby in…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Hamilton County Commission was busy on Monday as they discussed the future of the site occupied by the Eureka Foundry near Finley Stadium. A landmark…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) LAUNCH is one of Chattanooga's prominent advocates for entrepreneurship, they marked a significant milestone in the first half of this year. The nonprofit was honored with two major awards from the International Business Innovation Association: Entrepreneur Support Organization…
CHATTANOOGA, Tn. (WDEF) The sky was lit up with red, white and blue tonight as families and friends gathered for the annual Pops on the River event. It's a chance for everyone to enjoy a picnic on the lawn, listen…
PITTSBURG, Tn. (WDEF) Families and friends from all over the community joined in the festivities, eager to celebrate America’s birthday. The celebration featured something for everyone. From bouncy houses for the kids, to delicious treats from local food vendors. The…
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) - In a heartwarming display of patriotism ahead of Independence Day, a resident of Cleveland has captured the community's attention with a unique and striking tribute to our nation. "The lady across the road says that when…
Chattanooga police have identified the suspect in yesterday's shooting in an office building near Hamilton Place Mall. According to investigators, around 2 Tuesday afternoon 67-year-old John Schultz fired shots inside an office building near the two thousand blocks of Hamilton…
At 2:04 Monday afternoon Chattanooga Police were called to the 2000 block of Hamilton place boulevard. They got a shot fired call at the CBL office building According to investigators, the suspect is now dead, and there were no other…
WALKER COUNTY, GA. (WDEF) An animal control officer recently made a distressing discovery. Four dogs were trapped inside a sweltering car. Temperatures outside the car neared 90 degrees. Inside, it was much hotter. The dogs were in awful conditions. "The heat…
WASHINGTON (WDEF) -- U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy has called on congress to require all social media platforms to now display mental health warnings. Dr. Murthy…
Two democratic challengers are gearing up for a runoff in Georgia's 14th congressional district. Both Blalock and Harris have been meeting voters and sharing their vision for a better Georgia. "But at the end of the day, this is all…
The customers of Logan and Pawpaw's produce are rallying together to support store owner Steve Griffey. He was injured in a car wreck. Griffey has…
As Juneteenth fast approaches, the Bethlehem Community Center is spreading the history of Juneteenth with a special reading from author Jessica Desmond. Jessica Desmond’s book “Coco learns about Juneteenth” is a children's coloring book for kids to learn about history…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. "We want to see their lives impacted and changed, we want to see them making good decisions and this is just a small way to help". said Executive director John Rector. With the temperatures reaching the upper 90's…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Construction is underway for what designers are calling Hamilton County's first ever luxury container home. It will be located on Chattanooga's southside, just off East Main Street. Seven, 40-foot cube containers will be turned into…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The long-awaited groundbreaking for the new Lookouts Stadium should happen in the next month or so, according to developers. Planned development of the area around that new stadium is starting to shape up as well. "Well, this…