Remembrance day for the Holocaust
During the years of 1933 and 1945 were some of the worst times in history for Jewish people. Six million Jewish lives were lost during the holocaust and today, the Jewish…
UTC's School of Nursing announces significant impact grant from Unum Group
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - University of Tennessee at Chattanooga announced a new partner for their nursing building. The Unum Group is donating $500,000 for the…
What's Right With Our Schools: Heritage Middle Teacher Appreciation Week
CATOOSA COUNTY, GA (WDEF) - It's always a good idea to let teachers know just how much you appreciate them. The good folks at Heritage Middle…
Family wants answers after 22 year old man suffers brain death in Hamilton County Jail custody
A photo of Christopher Ayala, who his family says is brain dead after being in custody…
Residents want details about potential Soddy-Daisy property tax increase
SODDY-DAISY, Tenn. (WDEF) - Some Soddy-Daisy residents are saying they are against potential property tax increases from their municipal government. Residents with Concerned Citizens for District…
Tennessee drivers set new seat belt usage record
NASHVILLE, Tennessee (WDEF) - The Highway Safety Office today announced that more Tennesseans are buckling up than ever. They cite their latest roadside survey report. They post researchers at major intersections and write down what they see. It found that 92-percent…
Suspect in custody in Middle Valley shooting
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tennessee (WDEF) - Hamilton County authorities say a suspect is in custody from a shooting this afternoon in Middle Valley. The call came in after 2 PM to the 8700 block of Frieda Lane near Gann Road. Deputies…
Chattanooga Parks and Outdoors hold graffiti clean up
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Chances are you've seen graffiti sprayed somewhere in the community. On this past Saturday, teams of volunteers spent the day preparing to clean up graffiti along the river park area. Those same volunteers will repaint the…
Two local officers added to Memorial for National Police Week
WASHINGTON, D.C. (WDEF) - The names of two local law enforcement officers will be added to the list of fallen officers this week at a memorial in Washington, D.C. A total of 282 officers will be added to the Memorial…
Police annual report shows drop in overall crime
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF - The Chattanooga Police Department has released their 2023 Annual Report on local crime. (Full report here.) It shows a 12% drop in overall crime statistics in the city. But violent crime remains a growing problem. Chief Celeste…
Hamilton County School Board Elections
RED BANK, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Hamilton County Schools District 2 School Board meeting was held today at Red Bank Community Center where Republican, Ben Daughtry, and Independant, Crystal Boehm, debated on what issues need to be addressed in Hamilton…
Dolly Days Festival in Ringgold
RINGGOLD, Ga. (WDEF) - Downtown Ringgold had their third annual "Dolly Days" festival this Saturday afternoon. The event shuts down the streets, shops for food vendors, and a live band dedicated…
Closing arguments heard in Jason Chen's motion to quash evidence
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The defense attorney for a man accused of killing a 22-year-old woman is continuing to argue his motion to quash important evidence…
Bradley County deputies help find runaway teen from Florida
BRADLEY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Bradley County Sheriff's Office deputies helped find a runaway 13-year-old from Florida. The Walton County Sheriff's Office notified Bradley County authorities of her possible location on Sunday, May 5. Later, deputies found the teenager in…
Rare severe geomagnetic storm watch issued for first time in nearly 20 years amid "unusual" solar event
A severe G4 geomagnetic storm could emerge on Friday, triggering a watch for a storm of this magnitude from NOAA officials for the first time in nearly 20 years. The watch comes after days of solar activity that seemingly sent…
Here is where you can find Chattanooga firefighters for Fill the Boot
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Firefighters across the nation are participating in the Fill-the-Boot campaign to raise funds for the Muscular Dystrophy Association. The Chattanooga Fire Department is participating…
Electric cooperative looking for suspects who stole wire from pole
GRUNDY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Someone cut down a pole in the Palmer area of Grundy County to steal copper wire on Thursday, according to the Sequachee Valley Electric Cooperative. Now, SVEC is offering a cash reward for anyone who…
Trenton man convicted of having sexual relationship with 13-year-old
TRENTON, Ga. (WDEF) -- A 25-year-old Trenton man has been convicted of having a sexual relationship with a minor. On April 16, a Dade County Superior Court convicted James Clay Mayo of statutory rape, child molestation and contributing to the…
Indictment: Former school manager used work car for Uber, DoorDash
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A Hamilton County grand jury has indicted a former transportation manager for Hamilton County Schools. The Tennessee Comptroller said he used his work vehicle during work hours, for Uber, Lyft and DoorDash. The grand jury…
U.S. Postal Service hosting several Tennessee job fairs
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The United States Postal Service is hosting several job fairs in Tennessee this month. Each job fair will last from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. Central Time. Job fair locations: Cleveland Post Office - 1981 Keith…
Comedian James Gregory dies at 78
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A comedian who considered Chattanooga part of his home territory has died from heart complications. James Gregory was 78. The Georgia native made a career touring southern comedy clubs and was a main stay at the…
Thrillville Fair returns to East Ridge
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The annual Thrillville Fair is back in Hamilton County with funnel cakes, fast rides and a good time for everybody. With more than 30 rides,…
Residents picking up pieces of powerful Henagar storm
HENAGAR, Ala. (WDEF) - Henagar, Alabama was one of the hardest hit areas of Wednesday night’s severe weather. City and DeKalb County Officials say around 11 p.m. Wednesday,…
Damage at 'Unclaimed Baggage' in Scottsboro
SCOTTSBORO, Ala. (WDEF) - There was some storm damage in parts of Scottsboro. We saw damage in…
