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Sponsor says Senate bill likely being scaled down

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - The lawmaker sponsoring Gov. Robert Bentley's $800 million prison construction plan says the proposal is likely being scaled down as it heads to a committee vote next week. Republican Sen. Cam Ward of Alabaster said the…

Tennessee Strawberries in March? It’s Happening.

NASHVILLE, Tenn.—Seasonal eating is catching on. Farmers have responded to that trend of eating local foods when in season with efforts to extend the growing seasons of their crops. In Tennessee, one fruitful example of farmer ingenuity is the arrival…

UPDATE: Woman dies in pedestrian involved crash

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A woman died this morning in a pedestrian involved crash while trying to cross Highway 153 near Northgate Mall. The crash involved a blue Dodge Challenger belonging to Ricky Hughes, 33, and a pedestrian, Ashley Marie Morris, 23.…

David Crockett discusses mayoral campaign

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - David Crockett held a news conference today, March 1, to discuss the mayoral campaign as it's starting to come to a close. The mayoral candidate disclosed his financial information and expressed why he believes he is the…

HCDE to Hire Full Time Transportation Supervisor

HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. – Current Transportation Supervisor for Hamilton County Department of Education (HCDE), Ben Coulter, has been splitting his time between Information Technology (IT) and Transportation, since that was how the position was set up when he applied and…

Road Closures due to Flash Flooding and Minor Storm Damage

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Flash Flooding and Minor Storm Damage has impacted Chattanooga travel in some areas. Due to tree and/or wire and power pole damage following the previous minor storm, some roads have been closed. The following roads are closed for tree…

Stay Alert During Severe Weather

Chattanooga, TN (WDEF) It just so happens to be severe weather awareness week in Tennessee, and as if right on cue, we found ourselves with storms moving into the Tennessee Valley today .... When weather does hit the area, you…

Tennessee Aquarium opens new Lemur exhibit

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Tomorrow, March 1, 2017,  is a big day for the Tennessee Aquarium. Chattanooga's biggest tourism draw is bringing the island of Madagascar to the scenic city.  

Two local robotics teams bring home wins

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Two local robotics teams recently brought home Georiga State V-E-X Championships and will be competing in the World Championships in Kentucky in April. Saddle Ridge Mecha Mustangs and Gilbert Elementary Gator Bytes are the two winning teams.

Cleveland man speaks out after serious charges are dropped

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A Cleveland man is speaking out for the first time since serious charges brought against him have been dropped.  Last year, Rickey Stevison was charged with Grand Larceny and Abuse of an Adult. Stevison says his reputation…

House approves deer baiting bill

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - The Alabama House of Representatives has approved a bill that would let hunters use bait for deer and feral hogs. House members voted 69-18 for the bill Tuesday. It now moves to the Alabama Senate. State…

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