Yard sale fundraiser helps with school lunch debt
When a mother found out about school lunch debt at Chattanooga Valley Elementary, she decided to help.
UPDATE: Sheriff makes statement on Bradley County murder conviction
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) - Bradley County Sheriff Watson made a statement regarding the conviction of Jody Hughes. “Detective Brandon Edwards, who was the lead detective, and the additional detectives inside the Criminal Investigations Division who played a supporting role did…
Chattanooga State launches Microsoft Imagine Academy
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Chattanooga State announced the launch of the Microsoft Imagine Academy program in Chattanooga to provide students with real-world technology skills needed to thrive in the 21st century economy. Chattanooga State joins more than 16,000 Microsoft Imagine Academies…
Dalton plans new manufacturing facility
DALTON, Ga. (WDEF) - Engineered Floors has announced plans to build a new manufacturing facility in Dalton. It's the latest sign that the so-called Carpet Capitol of the world is making a comeback. Greater Dalton Chamber of Commerce President and…
HomeServe USA asks for a PILOT agreement to expand local facility
The company makes its pitch for an incentive from county commission and city council
Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy uses horses for leadership program
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) The Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy hosted a special leadership program that involved using horses. It involved members of the Mustang Leadership Partners Equestrian Team. The students showed off the skills, knowledge, and talent they have learned over the…
CHI Memorial introduces new hospital directional app
CHATTANOOGA, TN – In an effort to simplify a hospital stay or visit, CHI Memorial has introduced a new free app that allows users to have a turn-by-turn directional guide around the Chattanooga campus. The CHI Memorial app includes inside…
Bachman Tunnel closures for TDOT inspections
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Tennessee Department of Transportation is closing the Bachman Tunnel for tunnel inspections.
Westside Shop strikes deal to reopen after padlocking in College Hill Courts
"I have to do it for the business to be there. Hopefully it work out for the best."
Red Bank fires police chief Tim Christol
Christol served as chief for Red Bank for seven years.
Collapsed interstate bridge in Georgia to open next week
State transportation officials initially estimated they wouldn't reopen the highway until June.
The Latest: President firing of FBI Director
"When things calm down, they will be thanking me!"
Copper Basin Medical Center suspends inpatient care, starts GoFundMe
POLK COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Copper Basin Medical Center has started a GoFundMe page to save the hospital.
Tennessee reinstates teacher convicted of statutory rape
Board members frustrated that court forced their vote.
Erlanger celebrates nurse appreciation week
Erlanger Health System is honoring its nurses for Nurse Appreciation Week.
Food desert concerns in westside neighborhood
Some community members are trying to help residents who are without a store, ever since Westside Shop closed.
Corker releases statement on Comey
WASHINGTON (WDEF) -- US Senator Bob Corker released a statement Tuesday evening after President Trump fired FBI Director James Comey.
Tennessee Senate passes free-tuition bill
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - The Tennessee Senate has passed a bill that allows older adults without a college degree or certificate to attend community college free of charge.
Caught on video: Kangaroo attacks girl at zoo
MADISON COUNTY, Ala. (CBS News) -- A kangaroo attacked a 9-year-old girl over the weekend at an Alabama zoo -- an incident that was captured on video, CBS Huntsville affiliate WHNT reports.
Work nears completion at site of Atlanta bridge collapse
ATLANTA (AP) - Georgia transportation officials say work to rebuild a section of freeway that collapsed in the heart of Atlanta is nearing completion.
County commissioners discuss education budget
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Hamilton County is starting its budget talks, and today County Mayor Jim Coppinger held the first round of meetings.
Hundreds of elementary students participate in Science Olympiad
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Five hundred Hamilton County elementary school students put their hard work and effort to the test today during the Science Olympiad.
Beautification Committee Targets Interstate Exits in Chattanooga
TDOT and Civic Groups Join Effort to Make City More Attractive to Visitors
Health officials: Norovirus likely cause of baseball illness
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Alabama health officials say norovirus is likely to blame for an illness outbreak at a college baseball tournament in Montgomery.