Litter Boom Already Showing Results
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Recently we brought you a story about a litter boom that was installed on Chattanooga Creek near the Wheland Foundry Trailhead. (more…)
Atlanta project decried as 'Cop City’ gets funding approval from City Council
By R.J. RICO Associated Press ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta City Council early Tuesday approved funding for the construction of a proposed police and firefighter training center, rejecting the pleas of hundreds of activists who packed City Hall and spoke…
Oscar winner Cuba Gooding Jr. settles civil sex abuse case, averting trial
NEW YORK (AP) — Just as a trial was to begin, it was revealed Tuesday that Cuba Gooding Jr. has settled accusations that he raped a woman in a New York City hotel a decade ago, according to court records.…
Chen's defense attorney files to vacate indictment
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The defense attorney for Jason Chen has filed a motion to vacate his client’s indictment. (more…)
Erlanger Children's Hospital collaborates with the Happy Shoes Project
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee. (WDEF) -The Happy Shoes Project collaborated with Erlanger to create the Children's Backpack program. The program aims to bring joy to children battling cancer and children in the NICU unit. The backpacks are specially curated with items to…
'Stop Cop City' activists pack Atlanta City Hall ahead of crucial vote
By R.J. RICO Associated Press ATLANTA (AP) — Hundreds of activists gathered to speak Monday at Atlanta’s City Hall ahead of a council vote over whether to approve tens of millions in public funding for the construction of a proposed…
I-75 southbound completely shut down from crash
BRADLEY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A crash involving multiple vehicles completely shut down parts of I-75 on Monday. The crash happened around 6:30 p.m. near Cleveland, Tennessee. It is at mile marker 22.4 on I-75 Southbound, which is between Harrison…
New Management Hopes Budgetel Reopening is Uneventful
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF)- A troubled East Ridge motel is attempting its comeback. (more…)
What's Right With Our Schools: Battle Academy Bagel Toppings
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Battle Academy students are getting lessons in running a successful business. They've teamed up with Honey Seed to learn how to make bagels,…
New Area Code to be Added to East Tennessee
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - New phones sold in our area may soon be assigned a new area code. (more…)
Red Bank Considering New Budget, Possible Tax Increase
RED BANK, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Red Bank Commission is considering a new budget for the 2024 Fiscal Year that could result in a property tax increase. (more…)
Intersection in East Ridge to be closed for construction
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF) -- An intersection in East Ridge will be closed for approximately nine days during upcoming construction. The intersection of Cemetery Road and Ringgold Road will be closed starting on Wednesday, June 7. …
More to the Story with Staley: Cancer Care
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Cancer is the leading cause of death worldwide, according to the National Cancer Institute. One in six people will die from the disease. Sunday…
Hamilton County Health Department starts health assessment survey
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Hamilton County Health Department has teamed up with the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC) for a Community Health Assessment. The health…
Resident injured in Iowa building collapse where 3 died sues city, owners, alleging negligence
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — One of the residents injured in the collapse of an apartment building sued the city of Davenport and the building's current and former owners on Monday, alleging they knew of the deteriorating conditions and failed…
2 arrested after pursuit in stolen car, facing several charges
Jamal Bell, Kyra Wheat (Courtesy: HCSO) HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Hamilton County Sheriff's Office arrested two more individuals with help from their new automated license plate readers. An HCSO deputy arrested 25-year-old Jamal Bell late Saturday night. Police…
3 teens arrested on Walnut St. Bridge
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Chattanooga Police arrested three male teenagers on the Walnut Street Bridge over the weekend. A witness told police there were suspicious people on the bridge, who might be armed. Officers responded just before 10 p.m. When…
Cleveland awarded over $27 million to eliminate railroad crossing
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The City of Cleveland will receive funds to eliminate a railroad crossing. The U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Railroad Administration made the announcement for the funds on Monday. The project will create a grade-separated flyover bridge…
Norfolk Southern is first railroad to give all workers sick time but all see progress in labor talks
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Norfolk Southern became the first major freight railroad with deals to provide paid sick time to all of its workers Monday, but the other railroads are making progress with nearly 60% of all rail workers securing…
Remembering D-Day: Key facts and figures about epochal World War II invasion
OMAHA BEACH, France (AP) — The D-Day invasion that helped change the course of World War II was unprecedented in scale and audacity. As veterans and world dignitaries commemorate the 79th anniversary of the operation, here’s a look at some…
Supreme Court rejects case of woman on Alabama death row
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court is leaving in place the sentence of a woman on death row in Alabama who helped her boyfriend kill his two young children. The high court on Monday rejected an appeal from lawyers for…
Former Vice President Pence files paperwork launching 2024 presidential bid in challenge to Trump
NEW YORK (AP) — Former Vice President Mike Pence filed paperwork on Monday declaring his campaign for president in 2024, setting up a challenge to his former boss, Donald Trump, just two years after their…
Wildfire takes several companies to extinguish near Lee Hwy
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A wildfire started near Lee Highway over the weekend, taking six fire companies to extinguish. The Chattanooga Fire Department said the fire was on the hill close…
Semi truck completely destroyed in I-24 fire
MARION COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- An 18-wheeler caught fire Sunday night and Haletown Volunteer Firefighters were dispatched to the scene. The truck caught on fire on I-24 eastbound around 9 p.m., officials said. First responders approached the intense flames, but…