Astronomy fan Allan Jones donates eclipse glasses for local students
"Here it is, coming right to your neighborhood or very close to your neighborhood. Don’t miss it."
Man pleads guilty in Swat Team Standoff
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - A Sale Creek man involved in a standoff with Hamilton County deputies pleaded guilty to aggravated assault on Wednesday. Kevin Lamar New had been charged with six counts of attempted first degree murder after he fired several…
Residents concerned about vacant homes in Eastdale Neighborhood
Some residents in the Eastdale Neighborhood are concerned about homes in the area that have been vacant for years.
Chattanooga Takes Part In First "Amazon Jobs Day"
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Part of what is being called "The Nation's Largest Job Fair" took place today in Chattanooga. Amazon is looking to fill nearly 50 thousand jobs across the nation, and several hundred here locally with on-the spot job…
U.S. Xpress Lays Off Over 100 Employees
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - U.S. Xpress has decided to lay off over 100 of its employees. According to Vice President of Corporate Communications, Danna Bailey, the company needs to shift its focus. The majority of the layoffs will take place in…
Dr. Bryan Johnson interview
Hamilton County's new School Superintendent pledges to be open, honest, and put student safety first.
CHI Memorial Mobile Health Coach to Visit Chatsworth
Chattanooga, Tenn. (WDEF) – CHI Memorial’s mobile health coach will provide mammography screenings at Healthy Families Clinic on Saturday, August 12. The event will be from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. All women should have one screening mammogram between the…
Prosecutors: Alabama shop sold coat of endangered jaguar fur
MOBILE, Ala. (AP) - Jaguar fur surrounds a federal case in which prosecutors say an Alabama clothing consignment shop violated the Endangered Species Act. Prosecutors say in a criminal complaint that the shop, which does business as Hertha's Second Edition,…
ChattState To Hold Super Saturday
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Super Saturday is coming to Chattanooga State Community College on Saturday, August 5. The College will be open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Personnel from admissions, financial aid, the Bursar’s office, advising, and enrollment departments will…
Six arrested in Walker County drug bust
WALKER COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) - Agents with the Lookout Mountain Judicial Circuit Drug Task Force executed a search warrant at 5091 Lula Lake Rd in Walker County on Tuesday. The search warrant lead to the seizure of a large amount of…
Georgia toddler mauled to death by 2 pit bulls
HARTWELL, Georgia (WDEF) - Police have now charged the grandmother for the death of her 20 month old grandson. She was baby sitting him when he was attacked by her two put bulls. A report says Sandra Adams was coming…
Silverdale Workhouse To Perform Background Checks
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - A new agreement between state and local law enforcement in Hamilton County will soon help the Silverdale workhouse. The Hamilton County Commission unanimously approved the resolution this morning. It allows the sheriff's office to access the…
Trump joining with GOP senators to push immigration changes
President discussing bill with Georgia's David Perdue of Georgia today at the White House.
Cleveland and Bradley schools closing for eclipse
“Both school systems want to give families the opportunity to share this experience together as well as keeping the safety of our students at the forefront of our decision.”
Alabama Senate race a choice between incumbent, firebrands
This is the race to replace Jeff Sessions in the U.S. Senate
Rep. Diane Black announces her run for Tennessee Governor
"I am Diane Black and I don't back down."
Tennessee school district sued for Title IX violations for sex tape scandal
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - A family is suing a Tennessee school district for civil rights violations involving the alleged videotaping of sexual acts on school property. WTVF-TV reported Monday the family of a 15-year-old female student recently filed the federal…
Teens arrested, posted Snapchat videos of vandalism spree
ATLANTA (AP) - Two teens accused of vandalizing a high school, several restaurants and a police car have been arrested after posting videos on Snapchat of their spree in an Atlanta suburb. Local news outlets reported on Monday that Gary…
Walker County Principal Begins School Year With New Goals
WALKER COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) - School starts in Walker county on Thursday. We spoke with Ridgeland High's first female principal about her first year leading the school. Besides that accomplishment, Karen Hughes was also in the school's first graduating class in…
Dr. Bryan Johnson Takes Over As New Hamilton County Superintendent
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Hamilton County's new school superintendent just started his job. And tomorrow, we'll get a chance to sit down with him. Dr. Bryan Johnson takes over a school district facing a number of issues. They include failing schools,…
Cleveland toddler gains attention after walking through concrete
A Cleveland toddler's antics have gained national attention.
Whitfield Education Foundation donates $50K to teachers
WHITFIELD COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) - Thanks to the Whitfield Education Foundation and their sponsors, several schools in Whitfield County are now the proud recipients of grants. More than 50 thousand dollars were given to educators and their schools. This is…
Petition Started For New Soddy Daisy Bridge
The debate on whether or not to build a bridge from Soddy Daisy to Harrison resurfaced.
UPDATE: Man on Bradley County's "Top 10 Most Wanted" arrested
The Bradley County Sheriff's Office says he was wanted for Theft over $2,500, Felony Evading Arrest, and Alteration of a Vehicle Tag.