Jimmy Harris will not run for re-election as DeKalb County Sheriff
"I cannot thank each and every Deputy, Clerk and Correction Officer enough. They have made this job a joy."
Dalton Police catch suspect counterfeiting couple
Suspected of passing fake $50s at 5 Dalton businesses
Teen driver seriously injured in Dalton wreck
DALTON, Georgia (WDEF) - A collision between a pair of teen drivers resulted in life-threatening injuries to one of them. It happened Wednesday evening around 6:10 PM at the intersection of Walnut and Sheridan Avenues. Police say 18 year old…
Sex offender accused of volunteering at elementary school
She pleaded guilty to sending lewd messages to a 15 year old student
Georgia woman charged in roadside death of man assisting car
Flashing lights & reflective vest couldn't save volunteer fireman
The final school closing & opening list for the solar eclipse
9 local systems will be open, the rest are closing for the day
Messages to local teachers thanking them for their service
"I would personally like to thank each and everyone of you for the incredibly important work you do every day."
Lawsuit: Christian school covered up rape of 12-year-old boy
told the victim "everything in God's kingdom happens for a reason."
Lawsuit: TN school officials refused to report repeated rapes of 12-year-old boy
BRENTWOOD, Tenn. - A family has sued Brentwood Academy for $30 million, alleging failure to act after the repeated rape and sexual assault of a 12-year-old student. A mother filed the lawsuit on behalf of her son. It stated that…
Dr. Lyn Miles Remembers Chantek
Chantek, an orangutan who became one of the first apes to communicate with researchers using sign-language, died on Monday at Zoo Atlanta. In the early 80's he and his teacher, Dr. Lyn Miles were fixtures at UTC...and the ape's ability…
Rivermont Elementary renovated ahead of new school year
A Hamilton County school was recently renovated, just in time for the school year.
Walker Co First Responders rescue 1 day old puppies
WALKER COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) - Firefighters made a sweet rescue yesterday. The emergency services team saved seven, 1-day-old puppies trapped in a drainage tile. Fire Chief Blake Hodge said the owner was afraid the pups would drown if the tile took…
What scientists can learn from Eclipse 2017
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The solar eclipse on August 21st will more than just a memorable sight.
Chattanooga Police look into "Mindset of a Gang Member"
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Chattanooga Police department says they are doing everything they can to reduce the amount of gang related shootings in our area and it starts with awareness. CPD hosts sessions with teachers, parents and leaders in the…
Former UT executive Emerson 'Eli' Fly dies
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Former University of Tennessee President Emerson "Eli" Fly, whose tenure as president capped a 40-year career in the university system, has died. He was 82. UT says Fly died Monday in Knoxville. Fly served as UT…
Orchard Knob Middle School Celebrates New Spaces
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. – Students at Orchard Knob Middle School kick off the new school year with some brand new spaces. This summer, community organizations and volunteers worked together to beautify Orchard Knob Middle School. Principal Tiffany Earvin cannot wait…
UGA shoots down policy that would let students self-grade
ATHENS, Ga. (AP) - The University of Georgia has nixed a professor's policy that allowed students to grade themselves. Media outlets report that University officials on Tuesday forced Terry College of Business professor Rick Watson to remove his "stress reduction…
Bridge Repair on I-24 E in Chattanooga to Begin Soon
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. – The Tennessee Department of Transportation will begin work this week on a project to repair the bridge on I‑24 East over Chestnut Street at mile marker 178.6 near the U.S. 27 interchange. The project will also make…
Cleveland Police arrest burglary suspect
CLEVELAND, Tennessee (WDEF) - Burglary Suspect Austin Plemons has been identified, located and arrested within 48 hours. Plemons is currently in custody. Cleveland Police say he is being transported to the Bradley Co. Justice Center on Aggravated Burglary charges. CLEVELAND, Tennessee…
Police identify young man found dead in vehicle Tuesday night
He was arrested 18 days ago on a domestic assault charge.
Rhea County man charged with tax fraud in vehicle registrations
Case involves the registration of vehicles and boats.
Delta jet blows tire, passengers taken off plane in Atlanta
the jet remained on the runway about an hour later as it awaited repairs or towing.
Walker County Commissioner holding 3 public meetings on tax hike
“If we don’t change course, it will take us decades to pay off these obligations."
Police investigate body found in East Chattanooga
Police say the victim is a validated gang member, but is not releasing the name yet.