2018 ACM Awards list of winners
(CBS News, WDEF) -- At last night's 53rd Academy of Country Music Awards, artists gathered at the Garden Arena at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas to celebrate their industry and each other's achievements.
Tennessee Senate to take up school spanking bill
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - The Tennessee Senate is scheduled to vote on a bill that would ban the spanking of disabled children at public schools.
Robbery suspect causes police chase, 3 crashes, SWAT standoff
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A man in behind bars facing numerous charges after leading police on a chase, causing multiple crashes and holding up in a home in Chattanooga. Police say Sunday evening they were given the description of a…
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US pastor faces terror charges in fraught trial in Turkey
An American pastor imprisoned in Turkey is going on trial for alleged terror ties and spying in a case that has increased tensions between Washington and Ankara.
Navy: Training jet flew too low - for thrills - before Tellico Plains crash
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - The Navy is citing pilot error for a military training jet crash in Tennessee that killed the two aboard, saying it was being flown for thrills and too low.
Georgia's peach crop expected to be better than last year's
MACON, Ga. (AP) - Middle Georgia peach growers are expecting a bumper crop this summer, though the start of peach season will be slow.
Grundy Sheriff responds to valedictorian controversy
GRUNDY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Grundy County Sheriff Clint Shrum is responding after coverage of the valedictorian issues at Grundy High and specifically coverage by a local radio host. The controversy was about who was picked for valedictorian has been…
$50,000 Powerball Winner in Chattanooga
Nashville, TN (WDEF) - A lucky Powerball player in Chattanooga won $50,000 from last night's drawing by matching four of the five white numbers drawn plus the red Powerball. This prize is just one of nine total ways to win…
House to Vote on Polk Home Preservation Bill
Washington, D.C. - (WDEF) - The House of Representatives is scheduled to vote on Congressman Scott DesJarlais’ legislation to study the feasibility of placing the James K. Polk Home in Columbia, Tennessee, under National Park Service (NPS) protection. The Interior…
SUICIDE PREVENTION: "You are not alone you just think you are"
SALE CREEK, Tenn. (WDEF) - A local group hosted a Vision ride to raise awareness for suicide prevention in Sale Creek today. A few members of the group have lost loved ones to suicide and they want to make sure…
Everyone East Lake Festival held to celebrate the community Saturday
EAST LAKE, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Everyone East Lake festival was held Saturday.
Chase ends in crash after attempted East Ridge traffic spot
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)- A woman is behind bars and charged with a number of charges including Aggravated Assault after leading officers on a chase Friday, eventually crashing on I-24. Around 9:20 pm, a Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office deputy says…
Family loses home on Flat Top Mountain
FLAT TOP MOUNTAIN, Tenn. (WDEF) - A family from Flat Top Mountain lost their home this afternoon to fire after attempting to put the fire out themselves. Around 3:45 pm, officials say the homeowner called 9-1-1 saying their home was…
Fire damages home on Queens Drive
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Chattanooga Fire Department was called to a house fire on Queens Drive around noon Saturday.
Google loses "right to be forgotten" legal case
(CBS News) -- A U.K. court has ruled in favor an unnamed businessman who wanted Google to remove search results of his past conviction history in a landmark "right to be forgotten" case.
Tennessee prosecutors end clash over opioids lawsuits
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - A clash has ended between the Tennessee attorney general and local prosecutors over lawsuits against drug companies for costs of the opioid epidemic.
Fast-food workers challenge federal minimum wage ruling
(AP) Alabama is one of five states without a state minimum wage law. Birmingham's workers protested to raise wages in 2015.
Local Olive Garden foots bill for team after school shooting
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (AP) - The track team from a Kentucky high school where a deadly shooting happened received a warm welcome at a Tennessee restaurant.
European leaders, Canada back Syria airstrikes but warn against escalation
(CBS News) -- Many European leaders and the prime minister of Canada voiced support and understanding Saturday for the U.S.-led air strikes against Syria, but warned against allowing the seven-year conflict to escalate.
2 Memphis officers charged with helping transport heroin
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) - Two police officers in Tennessee have been charged with helping transport what they thought was a large amount of heroin.
Emily's List of Weekend Activities - April 14, 2018
This weekend is your last chance to check out Fairytale Nights at Rock City this year.
Sheriff to Host School Safety & Security Analysis Meeting
Hamilton County, TN (WDEF) - On Monday, April 16th, Hamilton County Sheriff Jim Hammond will host a School Safety and Security Analysis Meeting for local elected officials and community stakeholders to discuss general school safety. The meeting will take place…
Smartt convicted of sexual battery of elderly jogger
This is the second trial of the suspect accused of sexually assaulting a 69 year old man while jogging in North Chattanooga.