Moratorium on new subdivisions to end as Plan Hamilton remains in limbo
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The ill fated Plan Hamilton came back up in discussion Wednesday morning. (more…)
Wamp proposes $2.8M investment in EMS and volunteer fire departments
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp is proposing a one-time investment to strengthen EMS and volunteer fire departments across the county. The $2.8 million investment aims to modernize equipment, improve facilities,…
Proposed Policy Targets Student Phones
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Hamilton County School Board is preparing to vote on a proposal that would ban student cell phone use for the entire school day. The potential policy…
“Hydration Heroes” Visit Fire Station
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Firefighters at Chattanooga Fire Station No. 6 got a refreshing surprise Tuesday morning. As part of their “Hydration Heroes” initiative, employees with Renewal by Andersen of Chattanooga…
High Noon recalls vodka seltzer packs mislabeled as Celsius energy drinks
Beverage brand High Noon is recalling some of its vodka seltzer packs due to some cans being mislabeled as non-alcoholic energy drinks, creating the potential for unintended alcohol consumption. In an announcement posted Wednesday, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said…
Authorities arrest man tied to 2020 double homicide
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Authorities have made an arrest in connection to a double homicide that occurred in 2020. On December 1, 2020, at 2:40 a.m., officers with the Chattanooga Police Department (CPD)…
Nebraska biofuels plant explosion kills 3 people, including 2 young girls
Two young girls and an adult man are dead after a huge explosion tore through a Nebraska biofuels plant, officials said Wednesday. The three had been missing since the Horizon Biofuels facility exploded Tuesday in…
New bill aims to protect American call center jobs and consumers from AI
Have you ever found yourself repeating the words "speak to a human please" while on the phone with customer service? If so, you're among the roughly 70% of Americans who find interacting with automated phone…
Man arrested in connection with 2024 Fagan Street homicide
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A male suspect has been arrested in connection with a shooting that occurred in 2024 on Fagan Street. On October 5, 2024, officers…
Early morning fire destroys vacant Dalton home, fire officials say
DALTON, Ga. (WDEF) -- Crews with the Dalton Fire Department (DFD) responded to a house fire on Fairview Drive early Wednesday morning. DFD arrived at 500…
Trump announces 25% tariff on India
President Trump announced Wednesday the U.S. would impose tariffs of 25% on imports from India — in addition to an unspecified "penalty" — for what he said were its high tariffs and trade barriers, and…
First tsunami waves hit Hawaii after powerful 8.8 earthquake in Russia but they're relatively small
CBS NEWS Hawaii remains under a tsunami warning after one of the world's strongest earthquakes struck Russia's Far East early Wednesday, an 8.8-magnitude temblor that caused tsunami waves in Japan and Alaska and also prompted warnings for…
Dangerous heat threatens health across the Tennessee Valley
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - As the Tennessee Valley braces for heat index values nearing triple digits, local emergency officials and medical experts are urging the public to take…
Extreme heat poses deadly risk to pets
Hamilton County, Tenn. (WDEF) - As dangerous heat continues to blanket the Tennessee Valley, it’s not just people who need protection, our pets are also at risk. Local veterinarians…
Kelly proposes new property tax rate for first responder pay
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Will your property…
Local doctor talks main causes of bladder cancer following Sanders diagnosis
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Monday, legendary athlete and Colorado football coach Deion Sanders announced that he was diagnosed with bladder cancer. (more…)
Summer Fun Meets Holiday Cheer
HIXSON, Tenn. (WDEF) - Christmas came early to Hixson this weekend as Chester Frost Park transformed into a festive summer wonderland. The free “Christmas in July” event featured more than 30…
Missing Dog Sparks Outcry
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A Chattanooga family is sounding the alarm after their 2-year-old Presa Canario, Saint, was allegedly stolen right from their yard. Sydne-Joie Noel says the incident happened on Tuesday,…
CARTA secures $1.5M to expand zero-emission shuttle fleet
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Chattanooga Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA) is planning to expanding it's electric shuttle fleet. This is thanks to a $1.2 million grant from TDOT's Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) Improvement Program, plus a 20%…
RAM Hosts First-Ever Fundraising Telethon
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Remote Area Medical (RAM®) is hosting its first-ever Living the Giving telethon today, Tuesday, July 29, from 2 to 10 P.M. Eastern Time. The event will stream…
YouTube to roll out new AI-powered technology aimed at identifying teen users
YouTube announced on Tuesday it is planning to roll out a new age-estimation technology that will identify users under the age of 18. The new feature is intended to protect young teens from harmful content,…
Trump gives Russia 10 days to reach ceasefire agreement with Ukraine — or else face secondary sanctions
President Trump on Tuesday set a 10-day deadline for Russia to reach a ceasefire agreement with Ukraine, or else it risks secondary sanctions, which would mean the Kremlin would have to make a deal with…
U.K. will recognize Palestine as a state unless Israel moves toward ceasefire in Gaza, prime minister says
The United Kingdom will recognize Palestine as a state in September unless Israel takes "substantive steps" to end the "appalling situation in Gaza," Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer said Tuesday. Addressing reporters at Downing Street, the…
Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern propose merger to create nation's first transcontinental railroad
Union Pacific wants to buy Norfolk Southern in a $85 billion deal that would create the first transcontinental railroad in the U.S, and potentially trigger a final wave of rail mergers across the country. The proposed merger, announced Tuesday, would marry Union…