Tire manufacturer building a new facility in Dayton
“The Dayton/Rhea County site was selected based on several factors, including skilled workforce availability, logistical advantages and a business-friendly administration."
Missing Dayton Teen spotted in Nashville; Person of interest in disappearance now wanted for murder
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF)- Nashville Police released surveillance images Wednesday morning of the person of interest in the search for a missing teen Trinity Quinn from Dayton, Tennessee. Daniel Clark is suspected of having something to do with the disappearance of Quinn.…
Mother speaks out on missing Dayton teen
Dayton Police are searching for a missing endangered teen.
Golden Apple Awards Banquet celebrates local teachers
30 local teachers get honored for their hard work during the annual Golden Apple Awards banquet.
McMinn County Sheriff in search of missing teen
McMinn County, Tenn. (WDEF) - The McMinn County Sheriff is requesting assistance in finding 15 year old Celia Norwood. Celia's family believes she may be headed to Texas with 2-3 other juveniles. She was last seen in Charleston, Tennessee on Friday,…
Glass House Collective encourages community involvement
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) Today we're talking to Glass House Collective and here joining us from Glass House is Whitni McDonald. Whitni with Glass House Collective tells viewers who have never heard of it that it is a nonprofit organization that is…
Chickamauga dam receives funding for construction
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - After years of doubt about its future, funding for construction of the new Chickamauga lock has been set. Senator Lamar Alexander, and congressman Chuck Fleischmann, say the fiscal year 20-17, Omnibus Appropriations bill, provides up to 19…
Chattanooga introduces new style of "Fit Bikes"
Chattanooga has a new way for you to get in shape this spring. Check out these "Fit Bikes". The new style is being introduced into the popular Bike Share program. These are 24 inches instead of the 26-inch bikes, and…
Jimmy Johns participates in dollar sub day
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Today is dollar sub day at Jimmy Johns. At participating locations, the sandwich chain will offer one-dollar sandwiches, from 4-8pm tonight, at the Market Street location. Last year the line was down the street. In anticipation for today's…
Tennessee Medical Association announces Chattanooga Pediatrician as president
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - There's a new president of the Tennessee Medical Association, and it's a Chattanooga pediatrician. Dr. Nita Shumaker is only the second woman to hold that position. She says Tennessee has a major problem with opioids. Last year…
Local convenience store to remain closed for investigation
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - After being padlocked last week, the Westside Shop on Grove Street, in College Hill Courts, will remain closed, for now. The action follows an investigation, and a decision from the District Attorney General. The DA's office brought…
Dalton man attacked by baseball bat
DALTON, Ga. (WDEF) - A Dalton man says he was attacked with a baseball bat Sunday afternoon, as he was leaving the store. Around 2 PM Sunday afternoon, Whitfield County Sheriff's Office received a 911 call about a fight. The caller…
Polk County attempted murder suspect arrested in Bradley County
They also recovered a weapon believed to have been used in the crime.
Juvenile held in death of Alabama girl shot after school
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Police in Alabama say a juvenile is charged with murder in the death of a 14-year-old girl who was fatally wounded near her school.
Tennessee House OKs bill to let people use silencers on guns
The bill would remove silencers from the list of weapons banned for having "no common lawful purpose."
Dayton Police want to talk to man about missing teen
They call him a person of interest in the case, but does not face any charges.
Tip leads to meth for resale arrest in East Ridge
They say she later told them that Wilson stashed the drugs under the bed when he saw police pull up.
Col. Bruce Hampton dies after collapsing on stage at concert
ATLANTA (AP) - Authorities say a musician died after collapsing on stage during a birthday concert in his honor at the Fox Theatre in Atlanta. Bruce Hampton, a 70-year-old guitarist and singer known as the "grandfather of the jamband scene,"…
Latest shooting victim was charged with attempted murder himself a few years ago
Police found 22 year old Juwan Donta Reynolds shot in the road.
Woman indicted for collecting benefits on husband she killed
Tillman is currently serving time for stealing $601,000 from an elderly couple she was caring for.
"I hate chicken" hats honor Jackson Standefer
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Jackson's family and friends found a unique way to honor him. It is also helping them grieve during this difficult time. Mark McOmie looks through boxes of hats. There are 400 hats here. They read "I Hate…
UPDATE: Parents and friends post about missing Dayton teen
DAYTON, Tenn. (WDEF) - The missing 15 year old was dropped off by her grandmother at the elementary school to get on a bus that would drop her off at the high school, but never made it to the bus. Parents…
Child with Lighter Starts Duplex Fire
Chattanooga, Tenn. -- No injuries were reported in connection with a duplex fire tonight. The Chattanooga Fire Department received the alarm at 7:54 p.m. and responded to 4904 Jeffery Lane with five fire companies. The occupants in one side of the…
Bill to ban abortions at 20 weeks passes in TN Senate
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - The Tennessee Senate has voted to pass a bill that would ban abortions after 20 weeks if doctors determine the fetus is viable. The ban would not apply in medical emergencies or if the mother faces…