Crime scene detective describes the process of securing multiple scenes on day three of Chen trial
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Wednesday was day three of the Jason Chen murder trial. (more…)
Lookout Wild Film Festival Returns: A Three-Day Adventure Celebrating Global Stories and the Power of Nature
The Lookout Wild Film Festival returns for a three-day celebration of adventure this weekend. From January 17th through 19th, The Signal at the Chattanooga Choo Choo will transform into the beating heart of outdoor cinema. More than 70 films from…
AI and Healthcare: UTC Professor Gary Wilkerson Explores Revolutionary Changes in Virtual Panel
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- In a world where technology has rapidly reshaped every industry, artificial intelligence has made major waves in healthcare. U-T-C…
Los Angeles wildfires spark initial round of lawsuits against utilities
As deadly wildfires continue to rage in Los Angeles, attorneys representing those affected are headed to court, with multiple lawsuits alleging negligence by at least two public utilities in Southern California. Southern California Edison is accused of failing…
County Commission wants student success in Hamilton County
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)- Hamilton County Commission looks to provide additional maintenance aid to Hamilton County Schools. The Commission will award Hamilton County Schools more than 31 million…
Hamilton County approves new County Attorney
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)- Hamilton County Commission officially approved Janie Parks Varnell as the next County Attorney. Varnell will succeed current County Attorney Rheubin Taylor. Mayor Weston Wamp chose Varnell…
Chattanooga Police asking for assistance in locating fake nurse
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Chattanooga Police (CPD) are investigating a woman who faked being a nurse at a local nursing home. CPD responded to the 1000 block of North Runyan Drive, December 30, 2024 at 12:48 p.m. for reports of…
Chattanooga Police investigating fatal crash on Apison Pike
APISON, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Chattanooga Police (CPD) are investigating a fatal crash that occurred on Apison Pike early Wednesday morning. Officers responded to the 8000 block of…
Firefighters battle apartment fire in Harrison
HARRISON, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Firefighters in Harrison battled an apartment fire this afternoon. Crews with the Highway 58 Volunteer Fire Department (H58VFD) responded to 7560 Short Trail Springs Road at…
Israel-Hamas ceasefire and hostage release deal agreed, U.S. officials say
Israel and Hamas have reached a ceasefire and hostage release agreement to halt more than a year of fighting in the Gaza Strip, U.S. officials told CBS News' Margaret Brennan on Wednesday. Another source with knowledge…
TN Gov. Bill Lee announces Special Session on Jan. 27
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced Wednesday that he will call for a special session with the Tennessee General Assembly on Monday, January…
FDA moves to cut nicotine from cigarettes, in plan first floated under Trump
The Food and Drug Administration is moving to cut out addictive nicotine from cigarettes, according to a long-awaited proposed regulation released Wednesday. The rule aims to force the nearly 12% of Americans still using combustible…
FDA bans food dye Red 3, citing concern over cancer in some animals
The Food and Drug Administration announced Wednesday it had decided to revoke Red 3's authorization to be added to foods, over concerns about how the food coloring is linked to cancer in laboratory animals. FDA…
Celebrate National Bagel Day with Brothers Bagels
The newest rising star in baking, Brothers Bagels, is celebrating National Bagel Day with a special promotion. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Two parents' idea to create a family business for their boys…
Officer Involved Shooting in DeKalb County
UPDATE (1/15/2025): We've learned more information about the officer involved shooting that occurred in DeKalb County, Alabama. Both the male and female victims involved in this incident both sustained non-life-threatening…
Chattanooga’s Blood Assurance is critically low on donations
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Chattanooga’s Local Blood Assurance is asking for the community’s help, as they are critically low on blood donations. Due to the wintry weather this…
Chattanooga Public Library reminds the community about free parking
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Chattanooga Public Library has recently announced new initiatives to make accessing literature easier by removing several financial barriers, including parking fees. With…
Chattanooga community rallies together against School Voucher Proposal
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A day of deliberation regarding Governor Bill Lee’s controversial school voucher bill has continued to draw sharp criticism from education advocates. The voucher program,…
Detective details investigation in day two of Chen murder trial
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Tuesday was day two of the Jason Chen murder trial. (more…)
Parkridge Medical aims to lower risk of Norovirus
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)- Parkridge Medical Center aims to raise caution and lower the spread of Norovirus in Hamilton County. “We have been seeing an Influx. And, you…
3 Boar's Head plants also had unsanitary conditions, including mold and insects, USDA says
Three Boar's Head deli meat plants were cited for unsanitary conditions, including insects, mold, and "unidentified slime," according to newly released federal records. The new findings suggest that sanitation problems were not limited to the…
Nightly lane closures on I-24 for lighting repairs in Hamilton County
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Drivers on I-24 in Hamilton County should prepare for overnight lane closures starting January 14, 2025, as utility crews work on the interstate lighting system. The closures will affect the…
What's Right With Our Schools: Catoosa College and Career Academy New 9-1-1 Computers
RINGGOLD, GA (WDEF) - When the Catoosa County College and Career Academy needed new computers for their 9-1-1 center, they knew right where to look. Students on that same…
Water main break repairs on Shallowford Road delayed a day
UPDATE (1/15/2025): The closure of 24 Shallowford will remain ongoing until tomorrow. This portion of Shallowford Road will remain closed until Thursday, January 15, at 5:00…