UPS making service adjustments after Athens facility fire
ATHENS, Tenn. (WDEF)- Many people awaiting packages across the northern portions of our viewing area may experience some significant delays. (more…)
TDA gang member makes first Hamilton County court appearance
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The four people…
Collegedale domestic assault complaint leads to SWAT standoff
COLLEGEDALE, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A man has been arrested after causing a SWAT standoff in Collegedale this afternoon. The Collegedale Police Department (CPD) responded to 5800 Karen Street on a domestic assault complaint…
Frigid temperatures impact recovery efforts for displaced Hurricane Helene survivors
Months after Hurricane Helene made landfall, a cold snap is gripping the Southeastern portion of the U.S., including in Asheville, North Carolina, where people still displaced by the…
Tennessee Aquarium announces new Macaroni Penguin chick
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Tennessee Aquarium has announced a new Macaroni Penguin chick.…
Dolly Parton's French bulldog faces holiday dilemma in new children's book "Billy the Kid Comes Home for Christmas"
Dolly Parton's French bulldog faces holiday dilemma in new children's book, "Billy the Kid Comes Home for Christmas"…
Athens Fire Department responded to late night UPS fire
ATHENS, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Athens Fire Department (AFD) responded to a structure fire at the UPS facility late last night. Crews were dispatched to the facility at…
Hamilton County received 1.2 million for MAT program
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Hamilton County has been awarded a $1.2 million grant to build the new Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) program at the Hamilton County Jail and Detention Center. Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp announced this December 4,…
Attorney charged with forging chancellor's signature in Rhea Co.
RHEA COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A man from Chickamauga, Georgia has been charged with forgery after a conducted investigation by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI). TBI special agents…
UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson killed in shooting outside Midtown, Manhattan hotel
NEW YORK - UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was killed in a shooting Wednesday morning outside a hotel in Midtown, Manhattan, the NYPD says. A spokesperson for…
Consumers are buying new gifts and hackers are finding new ways to scam
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - With the holidays right around the corner, scammers are on the hunt for new ways to trick consumers. As the holidays are approaching, hackers are on the rise. Michael Bruemmer,…
Golden Apple: Caleb Rowland, Nolan Elementary
Signal Mountain, TN (WDEF) - Caleb Rowland is a young teacher, but he has really hit the ground running at Nolan Elementary. He's always researching fun projects for his students,…
Embracing the Spirit of Giving
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Giving Tuesday, which falls right after Black Friday and Cyber Monday, allows for the shift from consumerism to compassion. It serves as a time to support nonprofits, local charities, and…
Hamilton County, Chattanooga eviction rate highest in 8 years
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The housing crisis has been the topic of much discussion for years as many find it increasingly difficult to obtain. (more…)
Highway 58 firefighters assist in duplex HVAC fire
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Highway 58 Volunteer Fire Department assisted in an HVAC fire this afternoon. Crews were dispatched to 6079 Harrison Ooltewah Road…
MAINx24 Festival returns this weekend
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Holiday Cheer is in the air as the MAINx24 festival returns back the scenic city this weekend. “We are looking forward to this day all year…
Heating and air experts share heating tips during cold months
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)- As cold temperatures drop. Heating and air experts are making sure folks are aware of how to heat your home safely. “If…
Chattanooga Police investigating Blackford Street shooting
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) is investigating a shooting that occurred on Blackford Street yesterday. Officers with CPD responded to the 2100 block of Blackford Street at 2:09 p.m. December 2, 2024. Upon arrival, officers discovered…
Chattanooga man arrested on child abuse charges
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Authorities have arrested a suspect on child abuse charges. Eric Corliss was first indicted last spring on a charge of aggravated child abuse. He was indicted again in October…
Local communities receive Tennessee Historic Development Grants
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development (TNECD) announced local recipients of the Tennessee Historic Development Grants. This program is providing $6.1 million to renovate and…
Here's what to know about Social Security's December payments, from SSI checks to the COLA increase
Most Social Security recipients receive one check each month, but a quirk of the calendar means some older Americans didn't get a check at the start of December. On top of that, some beneficiaries may…
GOP insiders sought Hegseth's removal as leader of veterans' group in 2016
Monterey, California — The battle over President-elect Trump's pick for secretary of defense, Pete Hegseth, may become a test of loyalty for Republican stalwarts — some of whom stood at the center of a bid…
New site proposed for Chattanooga federal courthouse
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A new site has been proposed for the new Chattanooga federal courthouse. The new site is located on Vine Street. Originally, there were two proposed…
Fire destroys a home in Birchwood, Tenn. near Highway 60
BIRCHWOOD, Tenn. (WDEF) - A residential fire destroyed a home in Birchwood, Tenn. near Highway 60 and Daugherty Ferry Road early Tuesday morning. At 1:06 am, a family was awoken by their dog barking to find their house in flames.…
