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Miss G’s Owner Detained by ICE

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The owner of popular Chattanooga restaurant Miss G’s has been detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, prompting concern from longtime customers. Guillermina Solano-Chala, owner of…

Safe Internet Day

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - With kids spending more time online, keeping them safe has never been more important.  Technology is part of daily life, from apps and social media to online games and…

Chickamauga Mayor Removed From Office

CHICKAMAUGA, (WDEF) - The Chickamauga City Council voted 4–1 Monday night to remove Mayor James “Trey” Deck III from office following a lengthy public meeting. Four council members voted in favor of…

Walker County New Home Construction Slowed in 2025

WALKER COUNTY (WDEF) -- A report from Walker County shares that new home construction slowed in 2025, however, 2025 ranked as the third best year on record for the county. “Construction costs and market uncertainty slowed new home starts in…

UTC launches new campus safety app

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga is partnering with 9-1-1 Cellular to launch a new safety app designed to respond to and help prevent emergencies on…

Mayor Shares Vision for Growth

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp spoke to members of the Hamilton County Pachyderm Club Monday, highlighting accomplishments from his first term and outlining priorities for the future…

Driver Services Center Reopens After Remodel

JASPER, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security has reopened its Driver Services Center after completing a months-long remodel aimed at improving customer experience and efficiency. …

Immersive Exhibit Highlights Global Poverty

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Compassion International brought its nationwide Compassion Experience tour to Ridgedale Baptist Church in Chattanooga from February 6 through February 8.  The free, family friendly exhibit invited visitors…

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