Jasper police viral video causes concern in Marion County
JASPER, Tenn. (WDEF) -- In a viral video posted on social media, patrolmen were depicted dragging a passenger out of his vehicle with brute force. Jasper authorities provided context…
How to help those affected by the Maui wildfires
HAWAII (CBS) -- A fast-moving wildfire on Hawaii's island of Maui has virtually destroyed the historic town of Lahaina, killing more than 50 people, and officials say the toll is expected to rise. Multiple fires were still…
Drug suspect still on the run in East Ridge
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF) - Police are looking for a suspect who has eluded officers twice…
Eight cadets graduate from Chattanooga Police Academy
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Chattanooga Police Department swore in eight cadets into their ranks on Thursday night. The ceremony was held at The Camp House on 806 E. 12th street. These new officers spent 22 weeks of intense training…
TECH BYTE: Keep Your Devices From Overheating This Summer
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- This summer has been especially hot all across the country. People and pets aren't the only ones who get hot. Your tech does…
Mayor Kelly addresses WalletHub survey ranking Chattanooga poorly
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Chattanooga Mayor Tim Kelly recently responded to the viral WalletHub survey that ranked Chattanooga as the second-worst run city in the United States. Mayor Kelly addressed this topic during his State of the City address. He…
CPD concludes first internship in Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Chattanooga Police Department. has wrapped up its first internship partnership with the Police Executive Research forum and HBCUs (Historical Black Colleges and Universities). Under this internship, college…
Logistic companies partner with UTC to develop workforce
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A new program at the University of Tennessee of Chattanooga aims to connect students with that fast-growing industry in the Chattanooga area. (more…)
Maui surveys the burned wreckage caused by the deadliest US wildfire in years
LAHAINA, Hawaii (AP) — A search of the wildfire devastation on the Hawaiian island of Maui on Thursday revealed a wasteland of obliterated neighborhoods and landmarks charred beyond recognition, as the death toll reached at least 36 and survivors told…
Equipment operator escapes tractor fire in Ooltewah
OOLTEWAH, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A tractor caught on fire Thursday while driving down a road in Ooltewah. The Tri Community Volunteer Fire Department responded to the fire around 2 p.m. In…
Ocoee Whitewater Center public input survey now open
POLK COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Ocoee Whitewater Center is now asking for the public's input on the rebuilding of the site destroyed by fire. They also announced…
Georgia officials investigating Dalton church arson
DALTON, Ga. (WDEF) -- Georgia officials are investigating an arson that happened at a church in Dalton on Wednesday. Whitfield County Fire requested assistance from the State Fire Marshal's Office…
Officials investigating traffic stop incident in Jasper
UPDATE: The press conference is now live and can be streamed here: ORIGINAL POST: MARION COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A video has been circulating on social media regarding a…
National Gun Rights group slams Tennessee Special Session
LOVELAND, Colorado (WDEF) - A national gun rights organization is slamming Governor Lee's call for a special session on public safety in Tennessee. The governor is calling lawmakers back in session on August 21 to consider new legislation to address…
Biden will ask Congress for $13B to support Ukraine and $12B for disaster fund, an AP source says
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden on Thursday will ask Congress to provide more than $13 billion in emergency aid to Ukraine, another massive infusion of cash as the Russian invasion wears on and Ukraine pushes a counteroffensive against the…
Red Bank apartment shooting overnight
RED BANK, Tenn. (WDEF) - Red Bank police are investigating a shooting overnight at an apartment complex. It happened at 107 Goodson Avenue around 1 a.m. Thursday. Investigators believe a suspect…
Hamilton Co. returns back to school
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)- Wednesday was the first day of school for students across Hamilton County. Children, teachers and staff say they are ready to make this year the best…
School Safety on Forefront of Back-to-School Concerns
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - As we begin a new school year in Hamilton County, we asked you what your main concerns were heading into this school year. (more…)
Hamilton County Schools Increase Counselors
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Another concern parents have shared with us is concerns over bullying. (more…)
Lawsuit says Tennessee's US House and state Senate maps discriminate against communities of color
By JONATHAN MATTISE Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee is facing its first court challenge over a congressional redistricting map that carved up Democratic-leaning Nashville to help Republicans flip a seat in last year's elections, a move that the…
Driving Our Economy Forward: Hamilton County's Construction Career Center
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Hamilton County's Construction Career Center is literally building its future workforce. Let's see how it's driving our economy forward. "You know, the story…
Active shooter drill held at Chattanooga State
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- First responders are preparing for the worst, with an active shooter drill at Chattanooga State on Wednesday. Multiple agencies participated in the exercise. This…
Chattanooga Police arrest suspect in Amazon shooting
UPDATE: Chattanooga Police say they have arrested the man involved in the shooting of a 19-year-old at the Amazon Fulfillment Center. The police department said they arrested 20-year-old…
Tennessee adds more vehicles to yield for in Move Over Law
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The state of Tennessee updated their Move Over Law this year to include more types of vehicles. The Move Over Law requires drivers to change lanes…
