Fireworks & Fur: Helping pets feel safe this Fourth of July
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - As the Fourth of July approaches, many families are prepping for fireworks, barbecues, and quality time outdoors. But while we enjoy…
City of Chattanooga accepts historic land donation to Protect Missionary Ridge
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Chattanooga Mayor Tim Kelly joined several city leaders to mark the official donation of land on Missionary Ridge, a move that…
Cherokee County mourning officer killed in line of duty Monday
MURPHY, N.C. (WDEF)-…
FBI announces move to new D.C. headquarters
The Federal Bureau of Investigation has selected a new headquarters building in Washington, D.C., after nearly two decades of failed attempts to find a permanent new space, the Bureau announced on Tuesday. The FBI has…
Nearly 150,000 pounds of bologna recalled due to undeclared "meat or poultry source materials"
Gaiser's European Style Provisions Inc. is recalling approximately 143,416 pounds of ready-to-eat bologna due to misbranding, federal health officials said Friday. In the announcement, the U.S. Department of Agriculture's…
Senate passes Trump's "big, beautiful bill" in 51 to 50 vote after marathon session
Washington — The Senate narrowly passed President Trump's massive tax and spending bill Tuesday after a marathon series of amendment votes that stretched more than 24 hours, delivering a major victory for the president and bringing…
Televangelist Jimmy Swaggart, whose ministry was toppled by prostitution scandals, dies at 90
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) - Televangelist Jimmy Swaggart, whose multimillion-dollar ministry and huge audience dwindled following his prostitution scandals, has died. He was 90. Swaggart death was announced Tuesday on his public Facebook page. A…
Lululemon sues Costco, alleging the retailer copied its designs
Lululemon is suing Costco, accusing the discount retailer of selling "confusingly similar" replicas of its jackets, sweatshirts and pants. In a lawsuit filed Friday in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California,…
Bryan Kohberger accepts plea deal in fatal stabbings of 4 Idaho college students, prosecutors say
Bryan Kohberger has accepted a plea deal that will spare him the death penalty in the slayings of four University of Idaho students in November 2022, according to a letter sent to the victims' families by…
"Golf for Good" raises funds while giving doctors a day of fun
Project Access and Volunteers in Medicine Chattanooga are partnering again for a popular fundraising event this September. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Project Access and Volunteers in Medicine are collaborating together for…
Fluffy new arrival is waddling around at the Tennessee Aquarium
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Just in time for the holiday weekend, the Tennessee Aquarium is celebrating an adorable addition to its Penguins’ Rock colony: a tiny…
Inmate shoots and kills detention officer during hospital escape
CHEROKEE COUNTY, N.C. (WDEF) -- A Federal inmate has been taken into custody after shooting a detention officer. Two officers were taking the inmate to the hospital in Murphy North Carolina. The inmate grabbed one of the officers gun's and…
Tire Safety Before Holiday Travel
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - More than 75 percent of American adults plan to take a road trip this summer, and with the Fourth of July weekend approaching, tire safety is top…
Gas Prices Drop Before Holiday
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Since the pandemic, we’ve seen our fair share of gas price swings, but now, just in time for the holiday, the cost at the pump is bringing…
Nashville left off of new WNBA expansion plan
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) will not expand to Tennessee, at least not now. The WNBA announced today that they will add teams in Cleveland, Detroit and Philadelphia. Nashville had…
Walker County couple wanted after dogs found dead and neglected
WALKER COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) -- A Walker County couple is facing animal cruelty charges after authorities found several dogs deceased and neglected. Deputies with the Walker…
Cohutta Police Department searching for driver in Apison Road hit-and-run
COHUTTA, Ga. (WDEF) -- Police are asking for help identifying the driver of a truck involved in a hit-and-run crash early Saturday morning. The incident happened between 3:00 and 4:00 a.m. on June 29, 2025…
What's Right With Our Schools: STEM Summer Camp
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Museum Center at 5Points turned up the energy for local students. Last week, rising fifth through seventh graders dove into hands-on learning at…
Tillis announces he will not run again for North Carolina Senate seat
WASHINGTON (WDEF)- There will be an open seat for next year’s North Carolina Senate Election. (more…)
TBI agents investigating officer involved shooting in Cleveland
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) special agents are investigating an officer involved shooting in Cleveland. On Sunday June 29, 2025, at 11:23 p.m., a…
Chattanooga Chefs Face Off Live
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - From sizzling skillets to secret ingredients, Sunday’s Chattanooga Market turned into a live-action kitchen stadium. Before most shoppers arrived, five local chefs rolled up their sleeves and…
Smart Tips for Summer Travel
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Families hitting the road for the Fourth of July are opting for car trips over flights, but that doesn’t mean they’re skimping on fun. With rising prices,…
Walker County woman sentenced after authorities seize over 40 grams of meth
WALKER COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) -- A Walker County woman will be serving time after authorities seized over 40 grams of methamphetamine in Northwest Georgia. On November 4, 2024, Lookout Mountain Judicial Circuit Drug Task…
Chattanooga gets a taste of the Philippines at the Filipino Street Food Fest
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF) - From savory skewers to sweet desserts, the Filipino Street Food Fest brought more than just food—it brought a…