Thursday morning power outages
The worst hit utility is Volunteer Energy in east Tennessee.
Catoosa County makes April Alcohol Awareness Month
Ringgold, GA, (WDEF) - At their Board Meeting on April 4, the Catoosa County Board of Commissioners proclaimed that April is Alcohol Awareness Month in Catoosa County and joined the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence, Inc. (NCADD) in a…
Paula Deen plans new seafood restaurant in Georgia area
SAVANNAH, Ga. (AP) - Paula Deen is opening a new seafood restaurant on the same waterfront property outside Savannah where an eatery she co-owned with her brother closed three years ago. Local media outlets report the celebrity cook plans to…
Housing community builds resident tornado shelter
One housing community in Rossville has their own shelter to keep residents safe when severe weather hits.
CVB spending addressed at Hamilton County Commission meeting
Tourism was at the forefront of Wednesday's County Commissioner's meeting.
Haslam road funding plan sent to final House committee
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Gov. Bill Haslam's road funding proposal that would include the state's first gas tax hike since 1989 is advancing to its final standing committee in the House before a full floor vote. The House Finance Subcommittee…
Bill allowing nitrogen executions passes Alabama committee
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - An Alabama committee has passed a bill allowing death row inmates to be executed with nitrogen gas. The Senate Judiciary Committee passed the measure 6-3 Wednesday. Montrose Republican Sen. Trip Pittman says his bill would make…
Tips for Emergency Weather
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - With severe weather on the way, local emergency crews and power companies took the morning to prepare for what could happen. First-responders have been watching the weather that is moving into our area since yesterday, and this…
Bradley County storm-ready rooms
BRADLEY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - At this time, all four Bradley County storm-ready rooms are open and operational for the impending inclement weather. Here is the list of safe rooms that are avaible to the public now. 1) Bradley Fire…
Walker County opens storm shelters
WALKER COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) - In preparation for the storm, Walker County has set up several shelters during the storm. As of 3:30 pm, Walker County Emergency Manage has activated 3 storm shelters for the public. Walker County Civic Center located at…
Construction ready to begin on Miracle Field Sports Complex at Warner Park
“This project is another example of Chattanooga’s public/private partnerships."
Testimony begins in Cortez Sims trial
"I'm going to ask that you find Cortez Sims guilty and hold him accountable for pulling the trigger."
East Ridge traffic stop leads to drug trafficking charges
The department says the officer discovered drugs, guns and cash.
Alabama Ethics Commission expected to hear Bentley matter
Maybe we'll learn today if lawmakers will really move ahead with the impeachment of the Governor.
Mayors and county officials celebrate Mayors Day of Recognition for National Service
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Chattanooga Mayor Andy Berke and Hamilton County Mayor Jim Coppinger today joined more than 4,000 other mayors and county officials across the country for the fifth annual Mayors Day of Recognition for National Service. The Foster…
UTC organization to host Chattanooga Ronald McDonald House 5k
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. – Runners and walkers are welcome to enjoy the annual Color the House 5k and 1 Mile family fun run/walk starting at UTC’s Chamberlain Pavilion in support of Ronald McDonald House Charities. The charity’s mission is to create,…
Chattanooga blood donors needed before anticipated weather
UPDATE: Area schools are closing early tomorrow and some area blood drives scheduled for Wednesday, April 5th have been canceled. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Non-profit regional blood center Blood Assurance is asking the community to donate blood before anticipated inclement…
EPB announces affordable and Eco-friendly driving option
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Chattanooga moves forward with more sustainable mobility options. Today E-P-B announced the rollout of three Driving Change Vehicles. These are among 20 cars for Chattanooga's Green Commuter E-V Car Share program. The membership based, fully automated program…
Ben and Jerry's celebrates "Free Cone Day"
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Ben and Jerry's is celebrating "Free Cone Day" today! The event has been going on since 1979 all around the world! You can grab your free frozen treat until 8 p-m tonight, at any participating Ben…
Erlanger raises flag for National Donate Life Month
It's National Donate Life Month, and a special ceremony was held today at Erlanger. 59 organ donors were there as well to help raise a special flag. Representatives with Tennessee Donors Services and Erlanger Health System took part in the…
Ringgold man donates $400,000 in recycling money to children's home
For decades, a Ringgold man has been using the money he receives from recycling and donating it to a cause that is important to him.
Mars Inc. suing Wisconsin woman over her brand of chocolates
MADISON, Wis. (AP) - Candy maker Mars Inc. is suing a Wisconsin woman over chocolates she is selling under a name that the company says is "confusingly similar" to its cocoa extract supplements called CocoaVia.
Tennessee Education Department announces evaluation plan
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - A new plan released by the Tennessee Department of Education will make schools more accountable and give parents a better idea of how to evaluate their neighborhood schools.
Seat belt bill clears House transportation committee
NASHVILLE (WDEF) -- Tennessee lawmakers, led by State Representative Joann Favors of Chattanooga, continued work today on legislation to require new school buses to have seat belts.