Grundy County sheriff appears before POST Commission
GRUNDY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Grundy County Sheriff Heath Gunter got a scolding in Nashville from a fellow sheriff. Sheriff Gunter appeared before the POST Commission again on Friday.…
A man faced murder charges after deputies killed his cousin in a drug raid. A jury acquitted him
By RUSS BYNUM Associated Press SAVANNAH, Ga. (AP) — Varshan Brown was charged with murder and taken to trial after sheriff's deputies fatally shot his cousin in a violent drug raid at Brown's southeast Georgia home. After hearing four days…
Workers strike at all 3 Detroit automakers, a new tactic to squeeze companies for better pay
By TOM KRISHER, MIKE HOUSEHOLDER and JOHN SEEWER Associated Press DETROIT (AP) — Nearly one in 10 of America’s unionized auto workers went on strike Friday to pressure Detroit’s three automakers into raising wages in an era of big profits…
McKamey offers $25 dogs and cats for National Adoption Weekend
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- This weekend is National Adoption Weekend in the U.S., and the McKamey Animal Center is lowering adoption fees to celebrate. From September 15 through 17, pet adoptions will cost only $25 at McKamey in Chattanooga.…
Two arrested in Sweetwater for distributing fentanyl
SWEETWATER, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Sweetwater Police arrested two people for distributing fentanyl pills at a hotel in the city. After executing a search warrant on the two suspects, officers found over 1,500 fentanyl pills, 31 grams of pure fentanyl powder,…
Chattanooga firefighter saves man's life after cardiac arrest
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Chattanooga Firefighters and bystanders saved an elderly man's life Thursday night at a middle school football game. A 74-year-old man was in the bleachers at the Boyd Buchanan football game Thursday night when he had a…
Chattanooga Police arrest man after East 3rd Street shooting
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Officers arrested one man after a shooting happened in Chattanooga on Thursday. At 9:15 a.m. on Thursday, a 35-year-old man was shot on East 3rd Street. Police…
Chipotle to open Fort Oglethorpe location September 19
FORT OGLETHORPE, Ga. (WDEF) -- A new Chipotle Mexican Grill location is coming to Catoosa County. Its first location in Fort Oglethorpe will be opening on Tuesday, September 19. This restaurant will also feature…
More to the Story with Staley: Brazelton Exhibit
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- An exhibit at Ruby Falls documents the talent and works of a very important man. A man that many people probably haven't heard of.…
Apple will update iPhone 12 in France after regulators said it emitted too much radiation
PARIS (AP) — Apple has agreed to install updates for the iPhone 12 in France after French regulators ordered the company to stop selling the model because it emits electromagnetic radiation levels that…
Hunter Biden indicted on federal gun charges
Washington (CBS) — Hunter Biden, President Biden's son, has been indicted by a federal grand jury on charges related to his purchase of a firearm in October 2018 while he was a drug user, according to court filings. The four-page indictment returned…
One of two suspects arrested after overnight car theft, chase
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Two young men stole a car in Chattanooga overnight and sent police on a chase. One of the two was arrested. Chattanooga police responded to the report of a vehicle theft in progress around 1:30…
Cleveland police investigating fatal crash
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Cleveland Police Department is investigating a fatal crash that happened on South Ocoee Street. Police say the accident happened on Thursday evening around 9 p.m. Reports show that 50-year-old Anita Jellies was struck by a…
The iPhone 12 emits too much radiation and Apple must take it off the market, French agency says
By KELVIN CHAN and SYLVIE CORBET Associated Press PARIS (AP) — French regulators ordered Apple to stop selling the iPhone 12, saying it emits electromagnetic radiation levels that are above European Union standards for exposure. The company disputed the findings and said…
TECH BYTE: Apple Announces New iPhones, Watches
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- If you're looking to upgrade your iPhone, you're in luck! Apple just announced its latest batch of phones and watches. A nice new perk of the iPhone 15…
Walker County Animal Shelter temporarily closed due to animal influx
CHICKAMAUGA, Ga. (WDEF) - Staff at the Walker County Animal Shelter are caring for a multitude of seized animals. Animal rescuers recently removed dozens of dogs,…
Susan G. Komen 'More than Pink' walk upcoming this Saturday
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Susan G. Komen Foundation will host its annual "More Than Pink Walk" on Saturday. The walk will take place at Hamilton Place…
Elementary student charged in Cleveland school threat
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) - An elementary school student is in custody after Cleveland Police say he sent threatening emails to a school administrator. (more…)
Ice on the Landing gets new location for 2023-2024 season
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Chattanooga's annual ice-skating rink, Ice on the Landing, is getting a new location for the 2023-2024 season. This year, they will be located at the First Horizon Pavilion, at 1801 Reggie White Boulevard. This is the…
Dade County pursuit causes middle school to go on lockdown
DADE COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) -- Dade Middle School went on lockdown temporarily on Thursday when an armed suspect was running from authorities. Dade County Sheriff's Office learned of the armed suspect at 9:15 a.m. The suspect was on Sand Mountain,…
Woman and dog escape home after grease fire spreads rapidly
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A Chattanooga woman and her dog escaped their home as a grease fire rapidly spread. Chattanooga firefighters responded to a call of a house fire just after 2 p.m.…
Petry Honors Fellow Medal of Honor Recipient Larry Taylor
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A major week of patriotism wrapped up in style today. (more…)
Police Asking for Help Solving Georgia Cold Case
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Carrollton, Georgia Police Department is asking for Chattanoogans help in solving a missing person’s cold case. (more…)
Driving Our Economy Forward: The Historic
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- From parties to weddings, The Historic venue is bringing both elegance and history to Chattanooga's Southside. It's even giving the area a financial boost from these…