'Rock the Riverfront' will grace downtown Chattanooga on St. Patrick's Day
River City Company is bringing back, "Rock the Riverfront," for an entire month.
Why TikTok's security risks keep raising fears
By HALELUYA HADERO Associated Press TikTok is once again fending off claims that its Chinese parent company, ByteDance, would share user data from its popular video-sharing app with the Chinese government, or push propaganda…
Big banks create $30B rescue package for First Republic
By KEN SWEET AP Business Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Eleven of the biggest banks in the country announced a $30 billion rescue package for First Republic Bank on Thursday, in an effort to prevent the California-based bank from becoming…
Microsoft adds AI tools to Office apps like Outlook, Word
By HALELUYA HADERO Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — Microsoft is infusing artificial intelligence tools into its Office software, including Word, Excel and Outlook emails. The company said Thursday the new feature, named Copilot, is a processing engine that will…
Hamilton County says incorrect tax information was mailed out
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The City of Hamilton County is alerting its residents about a software glitch. This glitch caused incorrect property information to be mailed out regarding tax billing letters. See their full statement below: Notice to Hamilton…
Georgia's Jalen Carter gets 1-year probation, $1,000 fine
ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — Georgia defensive tackle Jalen Carter was given 12 months' probation and a $1,000 fine on Thursday after pleading no contest to misdemeanor charges of reckless driving and racing related to a crash that killed Bulldogs offensive…
Tennessee Hike-a-Thon returns this April
TENNESSEE (WDEF) -- TennGreen Land Conservancy is hosting their annual Hike-a-Thon this April. This will feature nine outdoor events to celebrate Earth Month. TennGreen Land Conservancy said they require attendees to register ahead of time. There are limited spots…
Firefighters association files lawsuit about carcinogens in protective gear
DEDHAM, Mass. (WDEF) -- The International Association of Fire Fighters filed a lawsuit against the National Fire Protection Association on Thursday. This is due to the cancer-causing substances in fire fighter gear. The IAFF said that the NFPA played a…
Georgia House OKs ban on some gender-affirming care for kids
By JEFF AMY Associated Press ATLANTA (AP) — Most gender-affirming surgeries and hormone replacement therapies for transgender people under 18 would be banned in Georgia under a measure that received House approval Thursday. Doctors could still prescribe medicines to block…
Woman killed in Bradley County wreck, THP says
BRADLEY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A vehicle crash took the life of one woman in Bradley County on Wednesday. According to a report from the Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP), two vehicles were involved in…
2 Georgia men sentenced to prison for fentanyl distribution
ATLANTA, Ga. (WDEF) -- The Department of Justice said they sentenced two Georgia men for fentanyl distribution this year. They sentenced Geno Demons, Jr. and Raymond Dexter Hicks to federal prison. The DOJ said they sentenced the two men for…
U.S. Army parachute team member dies in training accident
HOMESTEAD, Florida (AP) — A member of the U.S. Army Parachute Team has died after sustaining injuries during a training jump at Homestead Air Reserve Base in Homestead, Florida. Sgt. 1st…
Dozens at big Nissan Tennessee plant will vote on own union
By JONATHAN MATTISE Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Several dozen workers among thousands at a Nissan factory in Tennessee will hold a long-delayed vote on whether to unionize Thursday. Those leading the drive hope for an elusive win at…
Man shot while walking on Manufacturers Road
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Chattanooga Police are looking for multiple suspects in a shooting on the north shore Wednesday evening. A 39-year-old man says he was walking along Manufacturers Road near Renaissance Park just before 7 p.m., when he ran into…
House fire overnight in Apison
Tri-Community Volunteer Fire Department responded to a house fire in Apison last night. It happened at 12:20 this morning on Thaxton Lane. A family was able to safely evacuate their house. When…
'What You Won't Do for Love' singer Bobby Caldwell dies
By ANDREW DALTON AP Entertainment Writer Bobby Caldwell, a soulful R&B singer and songwriter who had a major hit in 1978 with “What You Won't Do for Love” and a voice and musical style adored by generations of his fellow…
Georgia high court undecided on fate of appeals judge
ATLANTA (AP) — The Georgia Supreme Court on Wednesday said it cannot decide yet whether to remove a state Court of Appeals judge accused of ethical misconduct and asked a judicial discipline panel to review the case further. The three-member…
Tennessee GOP advance new narrow abortion exemption bill
By KIMBERLEE KRUESI Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee Republican lawmakers on Wednesday took another swing at adding a narrow exemption to one of the strictest abortion bans in the United States. Nearly a month ago, a Republican legislative…
Driving Our Economy Forward: Mohawk Industries
DALTON, Ga. (WDEF) -- If you need a new floor for your home, you have lots of options in the area. The world's largest flooring company is located right in…
Cleveland City Schools considers changing school start times
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Cleveland City Schools (CCS) announced that they are considering changing their school start times. They will be sending an email to staff and families that will include a survey. In that survey, you can give input…
Company hopes new radar closes up gap
CROSSVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) - During severe weather, meteorologists use radar to detect potential threats to life and property. (more…)
American Dream TV brings new show to Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The American Dream TV has begun filming for a new show right here in Chattanooga. "Selling Chattanooga" features local realtors to be the tour…
Winchester man charged with TennCare fraud
FRANKLIN COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The TBI is charging a man with theft and TennCare fraud after he billed for services he did not provide. The TBI said they arrested Robert…
New jobs coming to Sequatchie County
SEQUATCHIE COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Big Valley Brands is expanding its manufacturing in Dunlap, investing over $1 million. Officials said the expansion will create 30 new jobs in the county. In addition,…