Rep. Diane Black announces her run for Tennessee Governor
"I am Diane Black and I don't back down."
Tennessee school district sued for Title IX violations for sex tape scandal
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - A family is suing a Tennessee school district for civil rights violations involving the alleged videotaping of sexual acts on school property. WTVF-TV reported Monday the family of a 15-year-old female student recently filed the federal…
Teens arrested, posted Snapchat videos of vandalism spree
ATLANTA (AP) - Two teens accused of vandalizing a high school, several restaurants and a police car have been arrested after posting videos on Snapchat of their spree in an Atlanta suburb. Local news outlets reported on Monday that Gary…
Walker County Principal Begins School Year With New Goals
WALKER COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) - School starts in Walker county on Thursday. We spoke with Ridgeland High's first female principal about her first year leading the school. Besides that accomplishment, Karen Hughes was also in the school's first graduating class in…
Dr. Bryan Johnson Takes Over As New Hamilton County Superintendent
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Hamilton County's new school superintendent just started his job. And tomorrow, we'll get a chance to sit down with him. Dr. Bryan Johnson takes over a school district facing a number of issues. They include failing schools,…
Cleveland toddler gains attention after walking through concrete
A Cleveland toddler's antics have gained national attention.
Whitfield Education Foundation donates $50K to teachers
WHITFIELD COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) - Thanks to the Whitfield Education Foundation and their sponsors, several schools in Whitfield County are now the proud recipients of grants. More than 50 thousand dollars were given to educators and their schools. This is…
Petition Started For New Soddy Daisy Bridge
The debate on whether or not to build a bridge from Soddy Daisy to Harrison resurfaced.
UPDATE: Man on Bradley County's "Top 10 Most Wanted" arrested
The Bradley County Sheriff's Office says he was wanted for Theft over $2,500, Felony Evading Arrest, and Alteration of a Vehicle Tag.
DuPont Parkway Re-opened After Temporary Closure
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The reopening of DuPont Parkway is underway after Chattanooga police closed the section of the highway Tuesday afternoon. Both Amnicola Highway and SR 153 entry and exit ramps were temporarily closed while first responders assisted a…
Mayor Berke announces senior tax freeze for Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Mayor Andy Berke's new budget for the city will include a tax freeze for seniors. If passed, it would freeze the rate of property taxes as a hedge against any future tax increases. The mayor will unveil…
Pistol-packing bride arrested for pointing gun at groom
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (AP) - A Tennessee bride was arrested hours after saying "I do" when authorities say she pointed a gun at her groom. Murfreesboro police Sgt. Kyle Evans told WTVF-TV on Monday that 25-year-old Kate Elizabeth Prichard was still…
Victim's mom posts bus crash lawsuit documents on Facebook
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (AP) - Attorneys involved with a Tennessee fatal school bus crash lawsuit want to restrict access to more court documents related to the case after a victim's mother posted two documents online. Local media reported on Tuesday that…
Walker County schools will stay open longer for the solar eclipse
Walker will also offer planetarium shows for the public before Eclipse Day.
Property taxes going up in Polk County
about $20 for at 150,000 house.
1 prisoner still loose after peanut butter escape
prisoners used peanut butter to change the numbers above a door
US Rep. Duncan says he won't run for re-election next year
Duncan's district used to stretch into Bradley County and other parts of our area before being redrawn to Loudon & Blount counties
Walker County Commissioner addresses debt
Walker County is in massive debt. Officials say it will take years to fix, but a plan is in the works.
Solar Eclipse: Safely Viewing the Eclipse
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- When it comes to viewing the eclipse, safety is paramount.
Chattanooga State Provides Early College Academy
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Chattanooga State and Marion County are working together to bring post-secondary opportunities to high school students. Today, the superintendent of Marion County schools and Chattanooga State's President signed the Memorandum of Understanding between the two systems. The…
12 inmates escape Alabama jail; one still on the run
They were imprisoned on charges ranging from attempted murder to disorderly conduct.
Walker County To Begin Hyper Reach Alert System
WALKER COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) - Walker County officials are making sure people are properly signed up for their Hyper Reach Community Alert system. The system provides phone and email notifications to the public during emergencies or issues that concern the public.…
Lawmakers Introduce Hot Car Bill
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Scenic city has seen multiple tragedies with kids left in hot cars and now lawmakers are urging car manufacturers to do more to prevent the tragedies. Yes, this piece of legislation would require cars to be…
Arrest Made In Ooltewah High and Wallace Smith Elementary Vandalism
Hamilton County, TN – Last week, the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office was notified that Ooltewah High School and Wallace Smith Elementary School sustained vandalism to their athletic fields when a subject in a red truck drove on the fields and caused damage. …