Celebrating an early WDEF pioneer, Mildred Gaither
She was the force behind the first kids show on Chattanooga TV.
The Fireworks show calendar for the Tennessee Valley
2017 Fireworks JULY 3RD Pops on the River Camp Columbus Collegedale Veterans Park Patriotism at the Post Fort Oglethorpe JULY 4TH Chattanooga Lookouts Signal Mountain Soccer Complex Soddy Daisy Lake Lakesite Lake Winnie Cleveland TN Lowery Lot Cleveland Flealand Hwy…
Russian anti-virus CEO offers up code for US govt scrutiny
MOSCOW (AP) — The chief executive of Russia’s Kaspersky Lab says he’s ready to have his company’s source code examined by U.S. government officials to help dispel long-lingering suspicions about his company’s ties to the Kremlin. In an interview with…
ATF Promotes Fireworks Safety
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF) - The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) wants the public to be safe during the Fourth of July. Understanding the dangers associated with illegal or improperly used fireworks can prevent severe injuries, disfigurement, or…
Fireworks show calendar for the Tennessee Valley
2017 Fireworks July 2ND None JULY 3RD Pops on the River Camp Columbus Collegedale Veterans Park Patriotism at the Post Fort Oglethorpe JULY 4TH Chattanooga Lookouts Signal Mountain Soccer Complex Soddy Daisy Lake Lakesite Lake Winnie Cleveland TN Lowery Lot…
Firefighters Stop Fire at McCallie School
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF) - Firefighters responded to a fire at the McCallie School at 500 Dodds Avenue Saturday evening. The fire was first noticed by the dean of students, who informed 911 operators there was smoke coming from the athletic…
Statue brings in protest and counterprotest at Rhea County Courthouse
RHEA COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - On Saturday, a group with the Tennessee Committee for the Bill of Rights and the Tennessee Pastors Network gathered inside the Rhea County Courthouse. The courthouse is the site where nearly 92 years ago a…
Chattanooga FC & GA Revolution July 4th Matchup
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF) - The Chattanooga FC returns to Finley Stadium for one last regular season match this Tuesday, July 4th against Georgia Revolution. Following the upset at the hands of Memphis City FC, coach Bill Elliott knows these last…
Child Succumbs after Drowning at Little River Canyon National Preserve
Fort Payne, AL (WDEF) - The five year old girl who drowned at Canyon Mouth on June 18th passed away in a Chattanooga hospital yesterday morning. The girl was with her family from Albertville. She was discovered underwater and was…
Structure Fire in Downtown Athens, TN
Athens, TN (WDEF) - Several fire crews responded to a massive blaze that consumed an office building in downtown Athens, Tennessee early Saturday morning. The fire is now extinguished with no injuries reported. It has yet to be determined how…
Fireworks show calendar for the Tennessee Valley
2017 Fireworks JULY 1ST Lake Winnie New Salem Lookout Mountain Freedom Defenders/ Omega Center International Cleveland Graysville (TN) FreedomFest Spring City Shake The Lake Decatur Cottonport Marina & RV Resort Lake Nickajack Hales Bar Marina Lake Blue Ridge Marina Summerville…
UTC welcomes international students from eighteen countries
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga welcomed 22 students from 18 countries, who will study at the university for the next four weeks.
Emily's List of Weekend Activities - July 1, 2017
There’s a lot to do in Chattanooga, and in nearby cities this holiday weekend.
Help Chip Make A Wish
Help Chip make his wish to give every child in our area affected by cancer an unforgettable experience at the Chattanooga Zoo with music, food and more; come true.
Tennessee Senior Olympics Inducts Two Chattanooga Athletes into Inaugural Hall of Fame
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Scenic City athletes Charlie Baker, 90, and Warren Barger, 96, were inducted into the first class of the newly-established Tennessee Senior Olympics Hall of Fame during a special ceremony held on Monday night in Franklin. Both…
DeKalb County Needs to Be Aware of Scams
DEKALB COUNTY, Ala. - DeKalb County Sheriff's Office warns residents of recent scams. Sheriff Jimmy Harris states as follows: " Sheriff Harris want the citizens of DeKalb County know that it is getting that time of year and there are…
Panel votes to explore other cities for Tennessee State Fair
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - A state panel is considering moving the Tennessee State Fair to a new location after more than 100 years. News outlets report the Tennessee State Fair and Exposition Commission voted 9-0 Thursday to gauge if any…
Gas tax up, grocery tax down: 133 Tennessee laws take effect
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Tennessee taxes are going up at the gas pump and dropping at the grocery store in just two changes in store as 133 new state laws take effect. Saturday marks the July 1 benchmark for many…
Charges Dropped Against Two Youths in Tennessee Wildfires
Two juveniles are no longer charged with starting the Tennessee wildfires that killed 14 people in November.
Berke administration staff transitions during second term
Officials with Mayor Andy Berke's office announced two staffers in his administration will be transitioning back to the private sector.
7 months later, Sevier Co. & TEMA still aren't releasing Gatlinburg fire info
" sharing information freely about the Gatlinburg wildfires appears to be a path the state is determined not to take."
Fireworks show calendar for the Tennessee Valley
2017 Fireworks JUNE 30TH Freedom Fest LaFayette Ft. Payne Sports Complex Eton, GA Pleasant Valley Fair Grounds McCaysville, Georgia JULY 1ST Lake Winnie New Salem Lookout Mountain Freedom Defenders/ Omega Center International Cleveland Graysville (TN) FreedomFest Spring City Shake The…
Stray dog wanders onto orchestra stage, steals the show
TURKEY (WDEF) - The Vienna Chamber Orchestra got upstaged at a performance in Turkey when a furry fan wandered out on stage. Take a look.
Officers honored at CPD Annual Awards Ceremony
Police officers were honored for their efforts to make Chattanooga a safer place to live at the department's annual awards ceremony.