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Congressional Candidate's Billboards causing controversy

Polk County, Tenn. (WDEF) Seeing campaign billboards won't surprise anyone as decision 2016 gets closer, but a campaign billboard in Polk County caught the attention of a lot of people..... The billboard read, "Make America White Again." It was put…

Homeland Security Training on the Tennessee River

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - If you're passing by the Chattanooga  Riverfront on Wednesday and see law enforcement out on the water do not be alarmed it's all part of a training exercise. Team members from the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office,…

Gun debate carries on

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Just one day after four gun law proposals were rejected in the U.S. Senate, lawmakers have announced that a compromise to keep guns out of the hands of suspected terrorist is currently in the works. Former…

Homeland Security Training Exercise to be held on Tennessee River

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A Homeland Security Training Exercise will begin Wednesday, June 22. Beginning very early in the morning, the Training Exercise will be held on the Tennessee River near Ross’ Landing. During this time, several agencies will be participating including numerous…

Keeping Zoo Animals Cool

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - It's officially summer and like humans animals are looking to beat the heat too! The Chattanooga Zoo is making sure their animals keep it cool all summer long. With help of a water misters and fans…

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