Golden Apple Award, Joseph Mayo, Hunter Middle School
OOLTEWAH, TN (WDEF) - Joseph Mayo wears several hats at Hunter Middle School. He's a talented teacher and a capable coach. Mr. Mayo is also passionate about improving…
Tennessee Secretary of State warning voters of text scam
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Tennessee Secretary of State, Tre Hargett, wants to warn Tennessee voters of a scam going around through text. Tennessee voter election scam text / Tennessee Secretary…
Dalton Council approves new alcohol sales ordinance
DALTON, Ga. (WDEF) -- The Dalton Mayor and Council have passed a new ordinance regulating the sale of alcoholic beverages. In a special meeting held Tuesday, the Council voted unanimously to approve Ordinance 24-27 This…
Jackson County man charged with murder after dispute
JACKSON COUNTY, Al. (WDEF) -- A man out of Jackson County was charged with murder after a dispute with his neighbor led to a shooting. At 3:09…
McMinn Sheriff releases stores cited in Vaping crackdown
ATHENS, Tennessee (WDEF) - McMinn County Sheriff Joe Guy is sharing the businesses that were cited in a vape sting last week. The compliance checks…
Compliance check finds number of local illegal vape sales
MCMINN COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A number of local businesses have been issued citations for…
I-75 Northbound at a standstill on Tuesday morning
UPDATE: The wreck has been cleared up as of 8 A.M. Traffic is moving again. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Early Tuesday morning, a multi-vehicle crash with an entrapment causes I-75 to come to a standstill. TDOT reports the crash happened…
What's Right With Our Schools: Catoosa College and Career Academy Logistics Class
RINGGOLD, GA (WDEF) - The Catoosa College and Career Academy specializes in helping students learn the skills they need to land a good job. We take a closer…
Helping students further their education through tnAchieve
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Tennessee Achieves and Chattanooga State Community College got together in the CSCC Health Science Center to celebrate the over 10,000 students who have enrolled for college classes at the community college. …
Renovations to Collegedale imagination station
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - The Collegedale Imagination Station is undergoing some pretty exciting renovations that are set to bring more fun and enjoyment to people of all ages. Starting Monday, November 4th,…
Monroe county Cherohala Skyway homicide victim identified
MONROE COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The victim in the Monroe County, Cherohala Skyway homicide has been identified. The Monroe County Sheriff's Office (MCSO) said in a release, the victim is Steven Douglas Lloyd…
Sankofa Fund Offers Free Rides to the Polls Ahead of Election Day
As Election Day approaches, the Sankofa Fund for Civic Engagement is stepping up to ensure that transportation isn't a barrier to voting. They are offering free rides to the polls, making it easier for everyone in our community to get…
Blackburn, Johnson speak on Senate Race day before election
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Election Day…
Hamilton County Health Department promotes Yellow DOT program
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Hamilton County Health Department is providing emergency care as a part of the Yellow DOT program. "In 2022 there were over 5.9 estimated…
Alleged aggravated assault & robbery reported in UTC parking lot
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The UTC Police Department (UTCPD) received a report of an alleged aggravated assault November 2, 2024. UTCPD reported this incident began off-campus, but ended in UTC Parking Lot #62. The report came from a non-student, who…
Marion County mother suing school system over school threat
MARION COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The mother of a student who was arrested in August for making a school threat in Marion County is suing the school…
Hamilton County Fair releases upcoming three day schedule
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Little Debbie Hamilton County Fair has released it's 3-day schedule. The fair will take place over Veterans Day weekend, November 8-10, 2024. Patrons can expect to enjoy…
Jackson man arrested in Nashville for homicide in Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A man from Jackson, Tennessee, has been arrested in connection with a violent home invasion that occurred nearly four years ago. Travien Cenar Reddick, 23, was taken into custody…
Three juveniles arrested after pursuit and carjacking incident
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Chattanooga Police (CPD) arrested three juveniles after a pursuit and carjacking incident. CPD responded to a car jacking incident November 2, 2024, at 5:50…
W Road closure extended & Cooley Road closure update
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- There are some road closures around the county that will affect drivers commutes. The W Road is now rescheduled to open tomorrow evening, November 5, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. The…
Point Park waving entry fee in celebration of Veterans Day
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- If you've been wanting to visit Point Park atop Lookout Mountain, entry fees will be waived soon. Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park is waiving the…
TVA releases economic storm data from Hurricane Helene
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- More than a month has past since Hurricane Helene swept through Western Carolinas and Northeast Tennessee. It was reported well over 220 people were…
Secretary of State reminds voters of Election Day Hotline
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Tennessee's Secretary of State, Tre Hargett, wants to remind voters of the Election Day Hotline ahead of tomorrow. Voters can call the Election Day Hotline at 1-877-850-4959 or text "TN" to 45995. These call or text…
Man arrested for trafficking fentanyl in Cherokee County
CHEROKEE COUNTY, Nc. (WDEF) -- A man from Asheville was arrested for trafficking fentanyl in Cherokee County. The Cherokee County Sheriff's Office's (CCSO) Narcotics Unit reported they arrested and charged Kwantez Marquis Tobe…
