Man charged with vehicular homicide after striking 3 near Volkswagen
We have obtained an affidavit detailing the circumstances behind a fatal incident at Volkswagen early Saturday Morning. (more…)
Gas prices dropped in the last week
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Chattanooga average gas prices fell $0.12 per gallon in the past week. Monday's average sits at $3.03 per gallon around the city, according to GasBuddy. Compared to a month ago, prices are an average of $0.20…
Fire fills apartment complex with smoke
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Sunday night, Chattanooga firefighters responded to an accidental fire at the Overlook Apartments. The fire happened just before 10:30 p.m. at 1201 Boynton Drive. Someone threw a burnt cardboard box down a trash cute from the…
The Cornbread Festival celebrates 27 years of success in South Pittsburg this weekend
This weekend, South Pittsburg, Tennessee welcomed many to their annual Cornbread Festival for it's 27th year in a row.
Teens charged with auto burglary, consistent with the KIA Boys theft methods
Teens charged with auto theft of a white Kia using, "KIA Boys theft methods."
Person approached by a man with a gun near East Lake Park's Duck Pond
Chattanooga Police were notified of a delayed shooting by a local hospital Saturday night. The victim was at a local duck pond when he was approached.
Police respond to kidnapping victim at local hospital
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Chattanooga Police were notified of an assault and kidnapping victim who'd gone to a local hospital for treatment. Police were advised the victim was held…
Man injured in Arlington Avenue shooting
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Chattanooga Police responded to a shooting on Sunday morning. The shooting happened at 1101 Arlington Avenue just after midnight. Officers found a man with potentially life-threatening injuries. They took him to a local hospital for treatment.…
Shots fired at Hamilton Place Mall
UPDATE: Chattanooga Police have arrested the suspect in this shooting, and he is facing charges. They arrested two other individuals as well. (more…)
Chattanooga Public Library hosts first ever "Local Authors Fair"
The Chattanooga Public Library hosted their first ever annual Local Authors Fair Saturday.
Red Bank Citizens Start Cemetery Restoration
RED BANK, Tenn. (WDEF)- A group of volunteers in Red Bank came together today to restore a part of their history. (more…)
RC Planes Take Off at Wings and Ice Cream
OOLTEWAH, Tenn. (WDEF)- Remote Control plane enthusiasts took to the skies Saturday. (more…)
Car crash leaves one dead on East Brainerd Rd.
One driver has died following a car accident on East Brainerd Road.
Locally famous, Chattanooga Market, kicks off opening weekend
The locally famous, Chattanooga Market kicked off the start to their season on Saturday at the First Horizon Pavilion.
Police identify driver in VW incident, one dead and one in critical condition
Chattanooga Police were alerted to multiple pedestrians struck by a car at the Volkswagen Plant. One employee speaks on the tragedy.
New Walk-In Clinic Open on Rossville Boulevard
Cempa opened a new community care walk-in clinic on Rossville Boulevard this morning. Cempa partnered with Metropolitan Ministries to provide health service to Neighborhood locations. The clinic is also bringing easy-to-access primary care service to the Impact Hub. To learn…
Tennesseans anticipate the upcoming three-month-long "grocery tax holiday"
Tennessean's anticipate a three-month long tax cut following the approval of the Tennessee Works Tax Act.
Gov's office: Tennessee session on guns likely after July 4
By JONATHAN MATTISE Associated Press Abstract: Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee’s office says a special lawmaking session dedicated to possible changes to the state’s gun laws in the wake of a deadly school shooting last month would likely have to take…
Ooltewah plans to welcome a $40-million-dollar apartment complex
Right off the interstate, Ooltewah may soon be home to a 40-million-dollar apartment complex.
Police warn Hyundai and Kia owners of the uptick in car thefts for certain models
Total auto theft rates are down, but Hyundai and Kia vehicles are being stolen at a 47 percent higher rate than usual, following a social media challenge.
Chattanooga girl wins Miss Tennessee for America title
Local girl, Claire Portilla brought home the gold as she was recently crowned the newest Miss Tennessee for America.
Teen convicted of killing 5 family members when he was 14
ATHENS, Ala. (AP) — An Alabama teenager has been convicted of killing five family members, including three young siblings, when he was 14 years old. A jury deliberated for two hours Thursday before finding Mason Sisk, now 18, guilty of…
More to the Story with Staley: Roller Derby
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- It's rough. It's pretty dangerous. But it's how we roll. That would be roller derby! Chattanooga's team is getting ready for its first home…
Chattanooga Electric Bike Co. to hold grand opening
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Chattanooga Electric Bike Company is having its grand opening next week on May 3. It's the only locally founded electric bike company in Chattanooga. Chattanooga Mayor Tim Kelly will be attending the grand opening. He…