EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (Press Release)– East Ridge Police Department’s K9 Axel will receive a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc.
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF)- A worker with the Tennessee Department of Transportation has died after being struck on the side of I- 40 on Christmas Eve. Our Nashville afflilate, WTVF reports J.R. Rodgers was hit by a car after he had…
CHATTANOOGA. Tenn. (WDEF)- In just three days, health insurance policies will go into effect for millions of Americans who signed up before the deadline while those who didn't register, and aren't exempt, will face a steep penalty. President-Elect Donald Trump…
Instead of shopping or relaxing, many residents are spending their winter break cleaning up from last month's tornado.
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The first major housing construction in Brainerd in 15 years began this morning. Groundbreaking and tree-planting ceremonies were held for Mapp Estates near Midland Pike and East Henderson Drive. The project comes from the Grace Frank Group…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- We're just a few days away from the new year and with that comes some new gun-related laws. Starting January 1st, some 18 to 20 year-old men and women will be able to qualify for handgun carry…
DALTON, Ga. (DPD Press Release)- The Dalton Police Department is asking for the public’s help with identifying a woman who stole a purse from a shopping cart at Walmart after apparently trying to cash checks written to other people. The…
JACKSON, Tenn. (AP) - Federal prosecutors say the first of 16 alleged members of the Gangster Disciples street gang who were indicted in May on racketeering charges has pleaded guilty. The U.S. attorney's office in Jackson said Wednesday that 37-year-old…
MOBILE, Ala. (AP) - A former financial specialist at an Alabama children's medical practice is accused of using a company credit card to make thousands of dollars in charges at an adult entertainment club. Federal prosecutors say Jonathan Jernigan, who…
NEWPORT, Tenn. (AP) - Authorities in Tennessee say they have recaptured the sixth and final inmate who broke out of jail on Christmas Day. The Cocke County Sheriff's Office tells CBS affiliate WVLT in a statement that 54-year-old David Frazier was arrested…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Hamilton County may return to using independent school bus drivers following the fatal Woodmore bus crash last month. School board members gathered for a called meeting to discuss their transportation options. Currently, the school system contracts with…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A group of local organizations this morning gathered at the IMAX theatre to promote preschool readiness. The partnership is between Youth and Family Development, The Aquarium, Baby University, Read 20 and WTCI. Bus loads of youngsters arrived at…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Chattanooga Police Department needs your help in locating two suspects caught on a home surveillance video. The men are wanted for questioning about a recent burglary that happened on December 19th at a home on the…
MADISONVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - The body of a missing man was found in Monroe County on Monday, launching a homicide investigation according to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation.
WALKER COUNTY, Georgia (WDEF) -- For the first time in 16 years, a new sole commissioner takes over Walker County.
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Chattanooga Police and other agencies searched for evidence in a missing persons case on Wednesday.
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Hamilton County may return to using independent school bus drivers following the fatal Woodmore bus crash last month.
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CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is now handling the officer involved shooting that left William Berner dead last night in Marion County. At the request of District Attorney General Mike Taylor, TBI is taking over the case…
New State Law Uses VIN Numbers to Immediately Check on Insurance Status
In Fort Oglethorpe, detectives hope you can help find two armed robbery suspects. Police are looking for Michael King and Peyton Gunter. They're believed to be driving a black Infinity. Police say they could be armed and dangerous. If you…
Ooltewah, HAMILTON COUNTY (WDEF) - The Ooltewah High School Band left dark and early Wednesday morning on a bus to Atlanta to catch a flight to California, to perform in the 128th Tournament of Rose Parade. Band Director, Joel Denton,…
PIGEON FORGE, Tennessee (Wednesday, Dec. 28, 2016) –With Dolly Parton dreaming up the entertainment offerings, it shouldn’t come as a surprise that Dollywood has earned the award for Best Theme Park Shows for eight consecutive years. Now, Dollywood plans auditions…
MOBILE, Ala. (AP) - A 28-year-old man has been arrested in connection with 14 home burglaries in south Alabama. Al.com reports that Mobile police say William Rotter was taken into custody Thursday and charged with 14 counts of third-degree burglary.…