Tax suspension goes into effect in Georgia
RINGGOLD, Ga. (WDEF) -- Gas prices dropped across Georgia as the governor's new tax suspension went into effect on Wednesday. The tax suspension should cut prices by around 31…
Family of Roger Heard, Jr. still looking for answers
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Attorneys representing the family of Roger Heard Jr. held a press conference at city hall to address the media and to raise their…
Chickamauga couple charged after six dead animals found on property
WALKER COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) -- A couple in Walker County are facing various charges of animal cruelty after officers found nearly 100 animals on their property. On Wednesday, Walker County Government shared…
Cleaning products, even "green" ones, emit chemicals that may impact health, study finds
Cleaning products you may be using in your home — even the "green" options — could impact your health, according to new research from a nonprofit advocacy organization. In a peer-reviewed study…
More to the Story with Staley: Battling Dementia
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- It's called "the long goodbye." That's because from diagnosis to death, Alzheimer's Disease takes the patient and loved ones on the longest goodbye one…
Five Chattanooga schools receive $1,000 STEAM grants
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Five schools in Chattanooga are receiving donations from BASF to benefit their STEAM programs. BASF, who calls themselves the world's leading chemical company, is donating a total of $5,000 to Chattanooga high schools. They are…
Utah GOP Sen. Mitt Romney, former presidential candidate and governor, won't seek reelection in 2024
By MICHELLE L. PRICE Associated Press Utah Republican Sen. Mitt Romney said Wednesday that he will not run for reelection in 2024, creating a wide-open contest in a state that heavily favors Republicans and is expected to attract a crowded…
Community mourns loss of Olivia Weatherford
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A young girl who has been battling cancer for years passed away on Tuesday afternoon. The whole Cleveland community and surrounding areas are now mourning the loss of Olivia Weatherford.…
Hamilton County Sheriff's Office investigating threat made toward middle school
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Hamilton County Sheriff's Office is investigating a threat made through social media toward East Hamilton Middle School. A school resource…
Northshore apartments cause disagreements at City Council
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Joseph Wingfield's new complex asked for an additional story. Jeremy Cothern the attorney representing the developer said, "Adding the 7th story changes nothing about the…
Guardrail questions after fatal crash
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Questions are being raised about the safety of some road guardrails in our area. (more…)
Chattanooga looking to increase energy output of biosolids
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A local wastewater treatment plant could soon be a source of renewable energy. (more…)
Golden Apple Award: Loes Riggins, Cleveland Middle School
CLEVELAND, TN (WDEF) - Middle School can be a challenging time in a child's life. Having the right teacher can put a student on track for success in…
Looking for a refill? McDonald's is saying goodbye to self-serve soda in the coming years
NEW YORK (AP) — Say goodbye to refilling that Coke. McDonald's is getting rid of self-served soda. The Chicago-based fast food chain plans to eliminate self-service soda machines at its U.S. restaurants by 2032, McDonald's confirmed this week. It's unclear…
5 former officers charged with federal civil rights violations in Tyre Nichols beating death
By ADRIAN SAINZ and JONATHAN MATTISE Associated Press MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Five former Memphis police officers were charged Tuesday with federal civil rights violations in the beating death of Tyre Nichols as they continue to fight second-degree murder charges…
East Ridge woman arrested for drug possession in AMC parking lot
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF) -- East Ridge police officers arrested a woman on drug charges at the AMC Theatres parking lot on Sunday. The police department did not identify the woman they…
Can you help solve a 14 year old cold case in Georgia?
CARROLLTON, Ga. (WDEF) - The police department in Carrollton, Georgia is hoping that Chattanoogans can help them solve a cold case. Brian Wehrle disappeared 14 years ago, and authorities suspect foul play was involved. He was last seen at his…
Which food qualifies for Alabama's grocery Tax cut?
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Alabama is cutting the sales tax on food this September. But what "foods" actually qualify? Unlike Tennessee, Alabama is cutting the food tax from 4% to 3%. However, it doesn't apply to everything you buy at the…
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy announces impeachment inquiry into President Biden
WASHINGTON, D.C. (WDEF) -- House Speaker Kevin McCarthy officially opened an impeachment investigation into President Joe Biden. McCarthy said the House's Oversight Committee has found a "culture of corruption" in the Biden family. "Through our investigations, we have found that…
Popular nasal decongestant doesn't actually relieve congestion, FDA advisers say
By MATTHEW PERRONE AP Health Writer WASHINGTON (AP) — The leading decongestant used by millions of Americans looking for relief from a stuffy nose is likely no better than a dummy pill, according to government experts who reviewed the latest…
Alabama walk-on football player arrested on sodomy charge
WEAVER, Ala. (AP) — A walk-on member of the Alabama football team has been arrested on a charge of second-degree sodomy involving a juvenile female. Antonio Ross, 19, a freshman defensive back with the 10th-ranked Crimson Tide, was arrested at…
TWRA officers catch alligator in Rhea County, Tennessee
RHEA COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Officers with the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) trapped a loose alligator in Rhea County recently. Now, TWRA says they are transporting the alligator to the Chattanooga Zoo. In a social media post, TWRA explains…
Comptroller finds pay issues in Polk County Circuit Court Clerk's Office
BENTON, Tennessee (WDEF) - The Tennessee Comptroller's Office has found some concerns about how court employees are being paid in Polk County. None of the findings are criminal; they just suggest reforms. They audited the Circuit Court Clerk's Office. The…
Georgia Gov. Kemp declares state of emergency, suspends gas tax
ATLANTA, Ga. (WDEF) -- Georgia Governor Brian Kemp declared a state of emergency and suspended the state's gas tax. Governor Kemp signed the executive order and made the announcement on Tuesday, September 12. He is…