Tractor trailer fire causes interstate backup
MARION COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A tractor trailer has caught on fire on I-24 East, according to the Tennessee Department of Transportation. The fire has caused…
Georgia State Trooper dies after being hit by vehicle
CLAYTON COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) -- A Georgia State Patrol Trooper was killed in the line of duty on Tuesday. The Georgia Department of Public Safety announced the death of the trooper to social media. They say Trooper First Class Chase…
Elon Musk says first Neuralink patient can control a computer mouse with thoughts
The first person with a brain chip implanted by Neuralink appears to have recovered and can control a computer mouse using their thoughts, according to Elon Musk, the company's founder. "Progress is good and the patient seems to have made…
Minnesota man who shot 2 officers and a firefighter wasn't allowed to have guns
By JOHN HANNA/Associated Press A man who killed himself after fatally shooting two police officers and a firefighter in a wooded Minneapolis-area neighborhood wasn't legally allowed to have guns after a previous assault conviction and was entangled in a yearslong…
Dalton teen arrested after Monday night stabbing
DALTON, Ga. (WDEF) - A teenager has been arrested in Dalton following the stabbing of another teen on Monday night. Authorities say the stabbing happened around 9 p.m. near 4th Avenue. Police say the victim and the suspect had a…
Northside Neighborhood House celebrates 100 years
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - For 100 years, the Northside Neighborhood House has provided hope, empowerment, stability and opportunity for those north of the Tennessee River. For this 100-year anniversary, the Chattanoogan Hotel held a breakfast to honor those who were instrumental…
Downtown Erlanger Hospital celebrates 2024 'Miracle Kids'
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Family and friends gathered at the Downtown Chattanooga Erlanger Hospital to celebrate the 2024 Miracle Kids on Monday. "Today we are honoring and introducing our 2024 Miracle…
Memorial created for female victim in Meigs County tragedy
BIRCHWOOD, Tenn. (WDEF) - The woman who died when a Meigs County Deputy drove into the Tennessee River last week is being remembered by many. A memorial…
Nonprofit to partner with state prison to help lower recidivism
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A local non-profit that helps people re-enter society from prison says they have formed a partnership with one of the world’s largest private prison corporations. The BRAVE Effect was founded by Joe Jenkins, who himself was…
City of Chattanooga lists upcoming construction road closures
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Chattanooga Department of Transportation has shared a list of upcoming closures due to planned construction. CONSTRUCTION CLOSURES 1040 Givens Road The 1000 block of Givens Road will be closed Tuesday, February 20th, and Wednesday, February…
Chattanooga police investigating shooting on South Seminole Drive
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Chattanooga Police Department is investigating a shooting that happened on Sunday night. A man went to the hospital after being shot and having injuries that were not life-threatening. The shooting happened just after 11 p.m.…
What's Right With Our Schools: East Ridge Elementary STEAM Night
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF) - Try to think of a subject doesn't fit into science, technology, engineering, art or math. STEAM really is everywhere. East Ridge…
Fundraiser to provide support for fallen Deputy Leonard's family
MEIGS COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Police Benevolent Foundation is asking for the public's assistance in supporting the family of a Meigs County deputy who recently died in the line of duty, Deputy Robert John "R.J." Leonard, Jr. Of the…
Decatur citizen looking for suspect who hurt dog, stole property
DECATUR, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A Decatur citizen is offering a $500 reward for help finding the person responsible for harming their dog and stealing their property. That citizen reached out to Decatur police on February 17 and said someone illegally…
Pesticide linked to reproductive issues found in Cheerios, Quaker Oats and other oat-based foods
A little-heard-of pesticide linked to infertility in animals is showing up in the overwhelming majority of oat-based foods sold in the United States, including popular cereal brands Quaker Oats and Cheerios. The chemical, chlormequat, was detected in 77 of 96…
12 alleged cartel members killed by Mexican soldiers near U.S. border
Mexican troops on patrol killed 12 gunmen in a clash near the U.S. border in Tamaulipas, according to the government of the northeastern state, which has been rocked by violence linked to organized crime. The slain attackers were alleged members…
Are morning or night workouts better? Here's what experts say.
What's the best time for working out: morning, afternoon or evening? Experts say it depends on your goals, but that any movement — no matter the time of day — is better than none. "What…
How Ziggy Marley helped bring the authenticity to ‘Bob Marley: One Love’
By LINDSEY BAHR/AP Film Writer People had been coming to Ziggy Marley and his family for years with ideas about how to turn reggae icon Bob Marley’s life into a movie. But it never felt quite right, until a few…
State of Georgia to have 3 weeks of early voting
CATOOSA COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) - The state of Georgia provides three weeks of advanced voting prior to every general primary or general election. These elections start Monday, February 19. In Catoosa County, there are two early voting polling spots. Those…
Local gas prices shoot up over the last week
The annual spring gas price hikes have come early this year. The weekly Gas Buddy survey found that prices went up 17 cents in the Chattanooga area last week. The average price now in our area is $2.95. Prices are…
Houston Museum undergoes rennovations
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Downtown Chattanooga’s Houston Museum believes 2024 is the year for a renovation. "The renovation is so exciting. We've been working on this for quite some time," said Ane Rankin, Houston Museum. In 1961, The Houston Museum…
Public visitation details for Meigs County deputy
MEIGS COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Community members will be honoring a deputy who went missing while on duty in Meigs County. Deputy Robert "R.J." Leonard died on Thursday, Feb. 15 when he was returning from an arrest. [caption id="attachment_1646483" align="alignnone"…
CFD announces prescribed burn for Audubon Acres
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Chattanooga Fire Department announced a prescribed burn for Audubon Acres for Monday, Feb. 19. The property will be closed to everyone except authorized personnel. This burn will take place between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.…
Drug bust results in arrest of four people out of Georgia
LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN, Ga. (WDEF) -- A drug bust resulted in the arrest of four people on Friday, Feb. 16. The Lookout Mountain Drug Task Force and Walker County Sheriff's Office executed a search warrant at a Clark Court property located…