ALATAMONT, Tennessee (WDEF) - The Sheriff says a string of stolen vehicles has come to an end in Grundy County. It started with a bizarre call two weeks ago off Highway 50 in Altamont. Josh Webb said he was kidnapped…
DALTON, Ga. (WDEF)- There will be a brand new sheriff in Whitfield County. (more…)
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)- Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp praises the approval of paid paternity leave for County government employees. "We are involved in efforts with our Center for thriving families and with the United Way, and advocating that employers…
DALTON, Georgia (WDEF) - As if there wasn't enough going on in Dalton for election day, Animal Control officers had to deal with a suspicious raccoon. They got a call from the Sheriff about the animal curled up near the…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Expect more traffic issues this weekend along the I-24 project in Chattanooga. TDOT says crews are planning on reducing west bound traffic (towards Nashville) to just two lanes. The work will happen from Friday night to Tuesday…
The following is a press release from Food City. ABINGDON, VA (Wednesday, November 6, 2024) – Food City company officials hosted ribbon cutting ceremonies today 9 a.m. for the…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- This afternoon, Interstate 24 got shut down earlier today, due to law enforcement investigating a person being shot. Law enforcement says the individual was shot at 3:40p.m. near mile marker 183-point-4. The roadway was closed off…
OOLTEWAH, TN (WDEF) - Joseph Mayo wears several hats at Hunter Middle School. He's a talented teacher and a capable coach. Mr. Mayo is also passionate about improving…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Tennessee Secretary of State, Tre Hargett, wants to warn Tennessee voters of a scam going around through text. Tennessee voter election scam text / Tennessee Secretary…
DALTON, Ga. (WDEF) -- The Dalton Mayor and Council have passed a new ordinance regulating the sale of alcoholic beverages. In a special meeting held Tuesday, the Council voted unanimously to approve Ordinance 24-27 This…
JACKSON COUNTY, Al. (WDEF) -- A man out of Jackson County was charged with murder after a dispute with his neighbor led to a shooting. At 3:09…
ATHENS, Tennessee (WDEF) - McMinn County Sheriff Joe Guy is sharing the businesses that were cited in a vape sting last week. The compliance checks…
MCMINN COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A number of local businesses have been issued citations for…
UPDATE: The wreck has been cleared up as of 8 A.M. Traffic is moving again. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Early Tuesday morning, a multi-vehicle crash with an entrapment causes I-75 to come to a standstill. TDOT reports the crash happened…
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…
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. …
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, 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…
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…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Election Day…
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…
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, 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, 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…