Fatal motorcycle crash in Bradley County
BRADLEY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Bradley County Sheriff's Office says on Twitter that one person has died in a motorcycle crash.
'Let's Make a Deal' host, philanthropist Monty Hall dies
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. (AP) - Former "Let's Make a Deal" host Monty Hall has died. He was 96.
Police investigate shooting on Greenway View Drive
The Violent Crime Bureau is actively investigating. Anyone with information is asked to call Chattanooga Police at 423-698-2525.
Bernie Sanders wades into Atlanta mayor's race
ATLANTA (AP) - Liberal icon Bernie Sanders is wading into the crowded Atlanta mayor's race as he campaigns and raises money for Vincent Fort.
Paris-to-Los Angeles flight diverted after engine damage
NEW YORK (AP) - Air France says a flight bound for Los Angeles was diverted to an airport in Canada after one of the plane's four engines was seriously damaged.
Police: Craigslist scammer arrested after fatal hit-and-run
MORROW, Ga. (AP) - Authorities say a Craigslist scammer has been arrested following a deadly hit-and-run in a store parking lot.
Prosecutors: Pharmacy worker diluted cancer patients' drugs
(AP) -- Prosecutors say an Alabama pharmacy technician tampered with vials of medicine intended for cancer patients by removing morphine to feed his opioid addiction and then shipping off diluted, ineffective medicine.
Tennessee golf course drops Confederate general from name
FRANKLIN, Tenn. (AP) - A Tennessee golf course has dropped a Confederate general from its name.
Fire at Bradley County Courthouse
Bradley County, TN (WDEF) - A fire broke out at the Bradley County Courthouse this morning and according to Cleveland Fire Battalion Chief Hank Pate, the call for an investigation of smoke odor came in just after 8:00am. When firefighters…
Crash in South Pittsburg Involving 11 College Students
South Pittsburg, TN (WDEF) - Late last evening, the South Pittsburg Mountain Volunteer Fire Department (SPMVFD), along with other agencies, responded to a serious vehicle crash in South Pittsburg. The crash, involving an SUV carrying 11 college students from Sewanee,…
Tennessee Highway Patrol informs drivers of safe travels
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Georgia-Tennessee game is in Knoxville this year, and that means the Tennessee Highway Patrol is hosting the fans at the I-75 welcome center in East Ridge. It's a tradition between the THP and the…
Emily's List of Weekend Activities - September 29, 2017
Fall is officially here, and that means Halloween events.
Importance of flu shots this season after Australia hit hard by influenza
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - You can get the flu any time of the year, but you may want to get a flu shot now. In the US, most of the time people get the virus during the winter months…
Advocates say there is help for domestic violence victims
Agencies and advocates are getting the message out that there's help available for victims of domestic violence.
DPD Officers Grow Beards For Charity
Dalton, Ga. (WDEF) - Officers from the Dalton Police Department will have a little extra layer of protection in the event of any early fall chill in the air thanks to a “No-Shave October” fundraiser. Officers who donate at least…
Hamilton Co. Superintendent unveils new "Opportunity Zone" plan
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Chattanooga 2.0 announced today that new information about the future of Hamilton County’s public schools is now available on the organization’s website. A welcome reception was held Tuesday, August 8, by Chattanooga 2.0, the Urban League of…
Suspect shot dead shortly after McDonald's robbery
COLLEGE PARK, Ga. (AP) - A suspect in an armed robbery of a McDonald's was found dead behind the restaurant's dumpster, minutes after the holdup.
Tennessee Valley Federal Credit Union to Host Fall Job Fair
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Tennessee Valley Federal Credit Union (TVFCU) is expanding its team and will host a hands-on job fair on Friday, Oct. 6. The job fair will be from 8 a.m. to noon at the Brainerd Crossroads-BX to…
2 men face federal charges in vandalism at Islamic center
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Two men accused of spray-painting profane references to Allah on a Tennessee Islamic center and placing bacon around an entrance are facing federal charges.
Haslam hit from left and right as he considers Senate bid
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam's opponents from both sides of the political spectrum aren't holding back their attacks until after he decides whether to become a candidate for the U.S. Senate.
Court: Man can't sue over unpaid jackpot at Alabama casino
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - The Alabama Supreme Court says a man can't sue over an unpaid, $1.4 million jackpot at an Indian casino.
Suspect in killing North Georgia officer has a record in Chattanooga
Spangler was actually arrested in Chattanooga three years ago as a fugitive
Church suspect had note referencing Roof case
By SADIE GURMAN and ERIC TUCKER Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) - Law enforcement officials say a note found in the car of a man charged in a Tennessee church shooting referenced retaliation for a white supremacist's massacre at a black…