Murray County man found guilty of aggravated assault, family violence
CHATSWORTH, Ga. (WDEF) -- A Murray County jury found a man guilty of aggravated assault at a medical clinic. They sentenced Donald Bradly Holcomb, 58, to 20 years in prison and…
Turkish UTC student describes horrors of earthquake
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Portions of Southern Turkey and Northern Syria were devastated by a violent earthquake earlier this week. (more…)
Vehicle stuck on bank, occupants trapped
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Chattanooga Fire Department said on Friday a person was trapped in a car. The car was stuck on the bank of a parking lot. CFD said this happened at the 5000 block of Austin…
ATF pistol brace regulation under fire from lawsuits
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A controversial new Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) regulation has had numerous lawsuits filed against it. (more…)
Chattanooga emergency personnel save fallen woman, repair door
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- An elderly woman fell and landed on a space heater in her home this week. The Chattanooga Fire Department forced the front door open to…
More to the Story with Staley: Tigers for Erlanger
RINGGOLD, Ga. (WDEF) -- What do you call a group of young kids that get together and raise money for a worthy cause? You call them students at Ringgold High School!…
Monroe County man charged with statutory rape
MONROE COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A Tellico Plains man was indicted and arrested for statutory rape, the TBI said. The TBI identified Aaron McKelvey, 21, as the suspect. Officials said they received…
Abortion pill could be pulled off market by Texas lawsuit
By LINDSAY WHITEHURST Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) - A Texas lawsuit could threaten the nationwide availability of medication abortion, which now accounts for the majority of abortions in the U.S. The case filed by abortion opponents who helped challenge Roe…
Gov. Lee proposes teacher salary increase
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) -- On Monday, Governor Bill Lee announced his proposal to raise teacher salaries. The Tennessee governor said this bill will increase salaries from $41,000 to $50,000. The salary increase…
Corruption endangers world's shrinking fisheries
By FU TING, GRACE EKPU and HELEN WIEFFERING Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) - Corruption is undermining the management of some of the world’s most threatened fishing grounds. That's according to a review of criminal case files and media reports by…
2023 Riverbend Festival lineup announced
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Riverbend organizers announced the lineup for this summer's festival. The event will celebrate Riverbend's 40th anniversary. This year's acts offer a mix of Americana, indie and…
Rihanna promises a 'jam-packed' Super Bowl halftime show
PHOENIX (AP) — Rihanna is putting in the work ahead of her Super Bowl halftime show, focusing so hard on what…
"State of the System" Unveils Opportunity 2030
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- For the first time in four years, Hamilton County Schools held their annual…
Chattanooga native to play 2023 Super Bowl
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A Chattanooga native is making his way to the super bowl this year. Patrick Johnson is suiting up this Sunday for his first Super Bowl,…
TECH BYTE: New Harry Potter Wand Makes High-Tech Magic
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- If you're a Harry Potter fan, you know that the word "Muggle"…
US says China balloon could collect intelligence signals
By MATTHEW LEE and ERIC TUCKER Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) - The Biden administration says the China balloon shot down by the U.S. was equipped to collect intelligence signals as part of a huge,…
Bacharach leaves behind lush trove of romantic songs
By DAVID BAUDER Associated Press Writer NEW YORK (AP) - Easy listening, some called Burt Bacharach's music, and not always kindly. But listen closely, and there was nothing easy about it. Bacharach, who death…
Superintendent Robertson Lays Out Plan for Hamilton County Schools
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - 2030 is just seven years away. (more…)
From The Archives: Tribute to Garry Mac
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - As we mourn the loss of longtime Chattanooga booster and personality Garry Mac this week, we want to share a few stories from his past. Garry…
Tennessee Senate Passes Drag Show Bill, Now Off to the House
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Tennessee Senate passed a bill that would criminalize certain public cabaret and drag performances. Tennessee senators passed the bill this…
Chattanooga police searching for suspect after shots fired
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- An individual shot at multiple vehicles Wednesday on Bonny Oaks Drive, according to Chattanooga police. They are still searching for those responsible. Chattanooga Police…
Vote for Tennessee Aquarium in USA Today survey
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Tennessee Aquarium in Chattanooga is nominated as one of the best aquariums in the nation. USA Today is hosting a survey to determine the 10 best aquariums.…
Local Salvation Army sheltered over 300 from freezing temperatures
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Cleveland's Salvation Army sheltered 312 guests from freezing temperatures between November 1 and January 19. The Salvation Army said case management is also available to people in need…
Tennessee joins coalition to label cartels as FTOs
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A 21-state coalition is calling on President Biden to label Mexican drug cartels as Foreign Terrorist Organizations (FTOs). Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti recently joined this coalition. They…
