Veteran's Park restrooms closing due to repeated vandalism
SPRING CITY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Town of Spring City is closing the restrooms at Veteran's Park due to repeated vandalism, they announced on Thursday. The bathrooms will be…
Easter activities around Chattanooga for 2024
COLLEGEDALE, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Those looking for Easter activities for families don't have to look too far. There are several agencies and groups offering public Easter activities, including Easter egg hunts.…
What's Pi Day all about? Math, science, pies and more
By CURT ANDERSON/Associated Press Math enthusiasts around the world, from college kids to rocket scientists, celebrate Pi Day on Thursday, which is March 14 or 3/14 — the first three digits of an infinite number with many practical uses. Around…
Former Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin says he's going to put together investor group to buy TikTok
UPDATE: Associated Press Former Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin says he's going to put together an investor group to buy TikTok, a day after the House of Representatives passed a bill that would ban the popular video app in the U.S.…
Trump arrives at Florida courthouse for hearing on whether to dismiss his classified documents case
By ERIC TUCKER, ALANNA DURKIN RICHER and TERRY SPENCER/Associated Press FORT PIERCE, Fla. (AP) — Donald Trump arrived Thursday at a federal courthouse in Florida, where a judge will hear arguments on whether to dismiss the criminal case accusing the…
Linda Morrow of Athens, Tennessee Wins Food City Claude P. Varney Humanitarian Award
ABINGDON, VA (Thursday, March 14, 2024) – Each year, Food City recognizes outstanding volunteerism among their dedicated team of associates through the Claude P. Varney Volunteer Recognition Program. “As a company, we’re committed to giving back to the communities we…
RFK Jr. teases Aaron Rodgers, Jesse Ventura as VP contenders, amid push to be on more states' ballots
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is considering NFL quarterback Aaron Rodgers and former professional wrestler turned-Minnesota Gov. Jesse Ventura as potential running mates for his independent campaign for president, Kennedy's campaign confirmed to CBS News. Kennedy, who is running as an independent and polling nationally…
Florida woman found dead on cruise ship, Bahamas police say
A 27-year-old Florida woman traveling to the Bahamas on a cruise ship was found dead in her cabin, police said. The Royal Bahamas Police Force said it was investigating the unidentified woman's death and that an autopsy will be conducted to determine how she…
Siskin Hospital holds annual 'Possibilities' luncheon
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Siskin Hospital hosted their annual "Possibilities" luncheon Wednesday at the Chattanooga Convention Center. "The event is all about hope. Hope beyond disability, hope after a traumatic…
Police: Red Bank woman arrested for trying to run over kid's father
RED BANK, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A mother in Red Bank is facing attempted first-degree murder charges after attempting to run over her ex-boyfriend. Red Bank Police said Shekinah Terrell got into an argument with…
Chattanooga Police say man was shot on Lee Highway
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Chattanooga Police Department is investigating a shooting that took place on Lee Highway. Officers responded to a person shot call at around 4 p.m. on Wednesday, March 13. Upon arrival to the 7700 block of…
Chattanooga receives $2 million for Westside Evolves Plan
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Biden Administration has allocated more than $47 million to the state of Tennessee for infrastructure projects. Chattanooga will receive $2 million, which will go toward the Community-Led Reconnection of the Westside Neighborhood in Chattanooga. The…
Food Truck Friday's new KIC Nights postponed
UPDATE Food Truck Friday's new KIC Nights has been postponed due to predicted severe weather. Instead of KIC Nights taking place on March 15, it has been postponed by one week. The inaugural KIC Nights Food Truck Friday will take…
Trial date set for student involved in East Ridge altercation
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF)- A trial date has been set for a former East Ridge student involved in a viral fight with a school resource officer. (more…)
3 arrested in East Ridge on gun, drug possession charges
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF) -- East Ridge police officers arrested multiple men for possessing illegal drugs and guns on Spring Creek Road on Tuesday. Authorities received…
Judge dismisses some charges against Trump in the Georgia election interference case
By KATE BRUMBACK Associated Press ATLANTA (AP) — The judge overseeing the Georgia election interference case on Wednesday dismissed some of the charges against former President Donald Trump, but many other counts in the indictment remain. Fulton County Superior Court…
Midland Pike home to be demolished after fire
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A Woodmore community home was destroyed Wednesday morning in a fire. The Chattanooga Fire Department responded to the fire started just after 6 a.m. The house was located in…
Family of 1987 Ringgold murder victim wants cold case reopened
RINGGOLD, Ga. (WDEF) - 37 years ago on Wednesday, a young woman was found murdered outside of a Ringgold restaurant. Kim Croft…
SPLOST passes in Catoosa County
CATOOSA COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) - In addition to today's presidential primaries in Georgia, voters in Catoosa County decided on whether or not to continue the 1% special purpose local option sales tax, or SPLOST. Here is a look at your…
Golden Apple Award: McKenzie Hutcherson, Lookout Valley Middle High
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - There is an old adage that great things come to those who wait. McKenzie Hutcherson might be the exception to that rule. Although she is a new teacher at Lookout Valley, she is already doing great…
Trump leads Biden narrowly in Georgia as general election comes into focus
ATLANTA (CBS) -- With President Biden and Donald Trump on the verge of clinching the presidential nomination, their rematch in Georgia in the general election looks like another close race. Trump is just ahead of Mr. Biden in likely voters'…
President Biden clinches Democratic Party nomination with Georgia win, CBS News projects
CBS News estimates that President Biden is the 2024 presumptive Democratic nominee after winning the Georgia primary and amassing the 1,968 delegates needed to win the nomination. Former President Donald…
2024 Road to Nightfall lineup announced
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Road to Nightfall lineup was announced on Tuesday by Chattanooga Presents and SoundCorps. Annually, Road to Nightfall bands competitively perform at The Granfalloon, and…
Portion of Retro Hughes Road to close Wednesday
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Bakewell Utility will close a portion of Retro Hughes Road this week to repair a water mainline. The road closure will be from Highway 27 to Back Valley Road. It will last from Wednesday, March…