Non-profit homeless organization graduates four men and baptizes two after
Non-profit homeless organization, Union Gospel Mission, celebrated the success of its clients today in more ways than one.
Drive-up shooting sends one person to a local hospital
Chattanooga Police responded to a call of a shooting early Sunday morning.
Woman kidnapped by 26 year-old while on her work break
Chattanooga Police responded to a kidnapping at Volkswagen Dr. early Saturday morning.
EPB experiences outages following storm front
EPB crews are working as quickly as possible to make physical repairs to restore the remaining 236 outages following the storm front that moved through the Chattanooga area late Saturday afternoon.
Chattanooga libraries kick off the start to their summer-time events
The Chattanooga Public Library kicked off the start to their summer-time events. Each library said they have planned a packed schedule for the 2023 summer. Kick-off parties were held at four other branches throughout the city.
Adaptive Kayaking 101 for National Safe Boating Week
In honor of National Safe Boating Week the American Canoe Association offered an Adaptive Kayaking 101 class.
Signal Mtn. Police Department hosts bike event/rodeo
The Signal Mountain Police Department hosted a bike ride/rodeo on Saturday.
Deadly cow disease confirmed by Tennessee State Veterinarian
Tennessee State Veterinarian is confirming a case of atypical bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE) in a cow originating from Southeast Tennessee.
Walker County receives $4.81 million in grants, plans for new playgrounds and more
A town just on the outskirts of Chattanooga received $4.81 million in grant money for specific projects across Walker County.
Galen Medical Group hosts Women's Health Fair
Galen Medical Group hosted a "Women's Health Fair" on Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at their Hixson location.
More to the Story with Staley: Cardboard Boats
POLK COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Cardboard and water generally don't mix. Water almost always wins. But if you throw in some duct tape and a "will to succeed,"…
Positive outcomes for union workers as bus strike ends
DALTON, Ga. (WDEF) -- The bus strike in Dalton has finally come to an end. The strike lasted all week. Dalton City Schools first announced on May 12 that the strike was happening, and they would have virtual classes this…
Gov. Lee announces local FEMA assistance
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) - Many Tennesseans who were impacted by severe weather earlier this year can finally get some help. Governor Bill Lee announced that federal recovery assistance will be available to 45 counties impacted by the severe weather we…
Fallen Officers Honored at Memorial
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Law enforcement across the Tennessee Valley paid their respects today. (more…)
Carry the Load Comes Through Tennessee Valley
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A national relay made its way through…
City of Chattanooga Celebrates Bike To Work Day
The City of Chattanooga celebrated Bike to Work Day. Outdoor Chattanooga hosted a party! Cyclists could also pick up a free bike pass from Bike Chattanooga. Anne Welch, Principal Planner at Regional Planning Agency said, "We did some group rides…
2 new principals announced for Hamilton County Schools
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Hamilton County Schools announced two new principals on Friday for the upcoming school year. HCS named Shelly Jackson as the new principal for Alpine Crest Elementary School. Alpine Crest is located in Red Bank, Tennessee. [caption…
Jim Brown, all-time NFL great and social activist, dead at 87
CLEVELAND (AP) — Pro Football Hall of Famer Jim Brown, an unstoppable running back who retired at the peak of his brilliant career to become an actor as well as a prominent civil rights advocate during the 1960s, has died.…
Group criticizes Chattanooga's new vacation rental rules
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Not everyone is singing the praises of Chattanooga's new rules for short-term vacation rental properties. The Greater Chattanooga Coalition for Private Property Rights don't approve. Gary Wardlaw from the group tells us the new rules are not…
Pallet fire under investigation
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Chattanooga Fire Department is investigating a pallet fire that happened early Friday morning. They responded to the call at 1122 Hooker Road in Chattanooga. It happened at 4 a.m. CFD…
Court finds FBI improperly used surveillance tool on Jan. 6 suspects, racial justice protests
WASHINGTON (AP) — FBI officials repeatedly violated their own standards when they searched a vast repository of foreign intelligence for information related to the Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection at the U.S. Capitol and racial justice protests in 2020, according to…
Chattanooga State classes to resume following cyber incident
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- After facing a cyber security issue, Chattanooga State now has a plan to resume classes on May 22. Classes have been delayed due to a cyber incident they discovered on May 6. The school plans to…
Walker County granted over $4 million for recreational spaces
WALKER COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) -- Georgia Governor Kemp put forth over $4 million in funding toward Walker County. These funds are from the federal American Rescue Plan Act. They will go toward recreational spaces in the county. $4.81 million will…
Tennessee man faces four attempted murder charges
GILES COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A Lynnville man is facing attempted murder charges, according to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation. Authorities say William Jones Robins, Jr. fired a handgun at deputies on…