Storm damage in Birchwood area from overnight
UPDATE: The National Weather Service has determined that an EF0 tornado struck the Birchwood and Georgetown areas of northeastern Hamilton County. (more…)
Tennessee officers' conduct probed in woman's death
This image provided by the Knoxville Police Department shows police video footage from the Feb. 5, 2023 arrest of Lisa Edwards, who later died at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center in Knoxville, Tenn. (Knoxville Police Department…
Spirit flight diverted after battery fire in overhead bin
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — A Spirit Airlines flight from Dallas to Orlando was diverted to an airport in Jacksonville, Florida, after a battery from a passenger's item caught fire in an overhead bin, airline officials said. Flight 259 landed safely…
AAA urges helmet safety in light of proposed bill
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) -- AAA is incredibly concerned over a legislative proposal that could "substantially weaken" the Volunteer State's motorcycle helmet law. Organization Spokesperson Megan Cooper says House…
More to the Story with Staley: Holocaust Survivor
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- One of the horrors of World War Two was the Holocaust. One man who survived the Holocaust was just in Chattanooga, and what a story…
Speaking Series to Bring Music Industry to Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Chattanooga Hip-Hop Summit is starting a series of lectures designed for those interested in entering the music industry. (more…)
Parent Concerned about Playground at Snow Hill Elementary
OOLTEWAH, Tenn. (WDEF) - With warm Spring days ahead, many kids across the Tennessee Valley will be enjoying their recesses much more. (more…)
Merchants on Main closing after 13 years of service
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- One local staple, Merchants on Main, will be closing its doors this summer, but their journey will not stop there. Owners Madi and…
Largest fentanyl bust in Sequatchie County history
SEQUATCHIE COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Police seized over 700 suspected fentanyl pills at a Signal Mountain residence. The Sequatchie County Sheriff's Office said this is the largest fentanyl bust in the county's history. Officers obtained a search warrant and…
No threat after gun found at Ringgold Primary
RINGGOLD, Ga. (WDEF) -- Ringgold Primary's school resource officer found a handbag containing a gun on school property. Officers took the firearm owner into custody and charged them with possession of a firearm on a school campus. The school resource…
Central High student charged after social media threat
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Hamilton County Sheriff's Office is charging a Central High School student with threat of mass violence on school property. They said a student made a social media post involving a firearm. The School Resource…
Teen Mom's Ryan Edwards arrested again
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Officers from the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office arrested Ryan Edwards on Wednesday. They say he is facing charges of stalking and violating an order of protection.…
Fuel costs could drive up Georgia Power bills by another 17%
By JEFF AMY Associated Press ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia Power Co. bills could go up another 17% in June to cover the higher costs of natural gas and coal that the utility is burning to generate electricity for its 2.7…
Kiss reveal last dates of their farewell tour, ending in NYC
By The Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — Rockers Kiss have announced the final shows of their last tour: The band plans to hang up their platform boots after two back-to-back shows at Madison Square Garden in New York at…
Georgia star DT Jalen Carter charged with racing in fatal accident
By CHARLES ODUM AP Sports Writer ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia defensive tackle Jalen Carter, projected as one of the top players in next month's NFL draft, has been charged with reckless driving and racing in conjunction with the crash…
Tickets now on sale for June Jam return to Fort Payne
FORT PAYNE, Alabama (WDEF) - After a 26 year break, the June Jam is back in northeast Alabama. Tickets go on sale online today for…
CHA creates scholarship honoring late Commissioner Jim Sattler
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Chattanooga Housing Authority (CHA) created a scholarship for students attending the Construction Career Center. They say this scholarship will honor the late Commissioner Jim Sattler. The scholarship…
Chattanooga City Council discusses term limits
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) -- A new legislation was discussed tonight by Chattanooga City Councilwoman Demetrus Coonrod that could provide term limits for city council members. The ordinance would set term limits…
Georgia Senate again pushes $6,000 school voucher bill
By JEFF AMY Associated Press ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia Senate Republicans are again pushing a plan to give $6,000 educational vouchers to many students, part of a nationwide push for what supporters call education savings accounts following the COVID-19 pandemic.…
Reactions to Biden's student loan forgiveness plan
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- President Biden's student loan forgiveness plan is going before the Supreme Court today. Their decision is going to affect almost 43 million borrowers. "Every single…
Golden Apple Award: Maggie Caruso, Skillern Elementary
SODDY-DAISY, Tenn. (WDEF) - Skillern Elementary School is proud to offer a different kind of educational experience for students. A healthy dose of outdoor activities and a holistic approach…
Organization Aims to Place LifeVACs across Hamilton County
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - In September, a beloved member of the Chattanooga community died after choking on food at a restaurant. (more…)
TVFCU announces Idea Leap Grant semifinalists
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Tennessee Valley Federal Credit Union (TVFCU) is hosting three Idea Leap Grant competitions. Monday, they announced the semifinalists. The grants will go to small business…
Local officials & Tyner schools meet for Tyner Middle-High Groundbreaking
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Years of action and protest were rewarded today with the announcement of the new Tyner Middle-High. Faculty, staff and members of the…