What's Right With Our Schools: Catoosa College and Career Academy Logistics Class
RINGGOLD, GA (WDEF) - The Catoosa College and Career Academy specializes in helping students learn the skills they need to land a good job. We take a closer…
Helping students further their education through tnAchieve
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Tennessee Achieves and Chattanooga State Community College got together in the CSCC Health Science Center to celebrate the over 10,000 students who have enrolled for college classes at the community college. …
Renovations to Collegedale imagination station
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - The Collegedale Imagination Station is undergoing some pretty exciting renovations that are set to bring more fun and enjoyment to people of all ages. Starting Monday, November 4th,…
Monroe county Cherohala Skyway homicide victim identified
MONROE COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The victim in the Monroe County, Cherohala Skyway homicide has been identified. The Monroe County Sheriff's Office (MCSO) said in a release, the victim is Steven Douglas Lloyd…
Sankofa Fund Offers Free Rides to the Polls Ahead of Election Day
As Election Day approaches, the Sankofa Fund for Civic Engagement is stepping up to ensure that transportation isn't a barrier to voting. They are offering free rides to the polls, making it easier for everyone in our community to get…
Blackburn, Johnson speak on Senate Race day before election
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Election Day…
Hamilton County Health Department promotes Yellow DOT program
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Hamilton County Health Department is providing emergency care as a part of the Yellow DOT program. "In 2022 there were over 5.9 estimated…
Alleged aggravated assault & robbery reported in UTC parking lot
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The UTC Police Department (UTCPD) received a report of an alleged aggravated assault November 2, 2024. UTCPD reported this incident began off-campus, but ended in UTC Parking Lot #62. The report came from a non-student, who…
Marion County mother suing school system over school threat
MARION COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The mother of a student who was arrested in August for making a school threat in Marion County is suing the school…
Hamilton County Fair releases upcoming three day schedule
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Little Debbie Hamilton County Fair has released it's 3-day schedule. The fair will take place over Veterans Day weekend, November 8-10, 2024. Patrons can expect to enjoy…
Jackson man arrested in Nashville for homicide in Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A man from Jackson, Tennessee, has been arrested in connection with a violent home invasion that occurred nearly four years ago. Travien Cenar Reddick, 23, was taken into custody…
Three juveniles arrested after pursuit and carjacking incident
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Chattanooga Police (CPD) arrested three juveniles after a pursuit and carjacking incident. CPD responded to a car jacking incident November 2, 2024, at 5:50…
W Road closure extended & Cooley Road closure update
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- There are some road closures around the county that will affect drivers commutes. The W Road is now rescheduled to open tomorrow evening, November 5, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. The…
Point Park waving entry fee in celebration of Veterans Day
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- If you've been wanting to visit Point Park atop Lookout Mountain, entry fees will be waived soon. Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park is waiving the…
TVA releases economic storm data from Hurricane Helene
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- More than a month has past since Hurricane Helene swept through Western Carolinas and Northeast Tennessee. It was reported well over 220 people were…
Secretary of State reminds voters of Election Day Hotline
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Tennessee's Secretary of State, Tre Hargett, wants to remind voters of the Election Day Hotline ahead of tomorrow. Voters can call the Election Day Hotline at 1-877-850-4959 or text "TN" to 45995. These call or text…
Man arrested for trafficking fentanyl in Cherokee County
CHEROKEE COUNTY, Nc. (WDEF) -- A man from Asheville was arrested for trafficking fentanyl in Cherokee County. The Cherokee County Sheriff's Office's (CCSO) Narcotics Unit reported they arrested and charged Kwantez Marquis Tobe…
The Head of the Hooch is in Chattanooga this weekend
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Head of the Hooch event is back again, with over 2,000+ boats in the water, and 9,000 seats being rowed. The Head…
The Head of the Hooch
Body: CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Trailing all the way back to 1982, The Head of the Hooch regatta has continued to bring thousands of competitors from over 30 states and several foreign countries…
The Salvation Army of Chattanooga hosted their Job Fair
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Salvation Army of Chattanooga hosted their Job Fair today that gave job seekers will have the opportunity to meet with a variety…
The Stocking Full of Love program for the 2024 holiday season
CATOOSA COUNT, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Catoosa County Sheriff's Office is excited to announce the continuation of the program for the 2024 holiday season. This program's goals are to spread joy to children and their families in need, across Catoosa…
Monroe County murder suspect believed to be in South Carolina
MONROE COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)- There is an update to a manhunt for a fugitive wanted for first degree murder in Monroe County. (more…)
Kitchen Incubator opens new patio
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A non-profit that helps entrepreneurs in our community unveiled a new resource Friday. (more…)
GBI & Walker Co. Sheriff's Office investigating Halloween homicide
WALKER COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) -- The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) and Walker County Sheriff's Office detectives are investigating a homicide that occurred late Thursday night. …