Tesla recall: 'Full Self-Driving' software runs stop signs
Tesla is recalling nearly 54,000 cars and SUVs because their “Full Self-Driving” software lets them roll through stop signs without coming to a complete halt.
Thousands flee homes near N. Carolina fertilizer plant fire
An uncontrolled fire burning at a North Carolina fertilizer plant forced the evacuations of thousands of people as firefighters warned Tuesday that chemicals at the site could cause a large explosion.
Tom Brady has retired after 22 seasons, 7 Super Bowl titles
Tom Brady is retiring from the NFL after winning seven Super Bowls and setting numerous passing records in his 22-year-career. He made the announcement on Instagram.
State Budget Released, Education a Priority
Monday at the capitol, the legislature and other key figures in the state government gathered to hear Governor Bill Lee's State of the State address. Taking its title from a…
Mayor Kelly touts his One Chattanooga plan to the public, and gets an earful
Chattanooga Mayor Tim Kelly has made it perfectly clear that there are two Chattanoogas: one for the affluent, and one for the…
Tennessee governor delivers 4th State of the State speech
By JONATHAN MATTISE and KIMBERLEE KRUESI Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee has promised to boost education funding, invest in infrastructure projects and funnel more money to the state’s law enforcement agencies. The Republican announced his…
Dedrick Lindsey Jr. Allegedly Stabs Man 73 Times in Prison, Adding More Charges to Upcoming Attempted Murder Trial
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Dedrick Lamont Lindsey Jr. Of Chattanooga shot a man in 2013 and 2017. Investigators say the man is the father of a child with a woman Lindsey dated. The man…
Jewish Federation Director defends Maus book as appropriate for 8th graders
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - The controversy over the banning of a holocaust book in Southeast Tennessee continues to spread world-wide. And the story has pushed the graphic novel up to #2 on…
Local man still missing following boat fire
MARION COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Local authorities continue to search for the body of a missing man at the Hales Bar Marina in Marion County. Two boats quickly caught fire Thursday night…
National Cornbread Festival announces return this April
SOUTH PITTSBURG, Tennessee (WDEF) - The National Cornbread Festival announces it will return this year on the weekend of April 23rd and 24th. This will be the 25th edition in South Pittsburg. They had to cancel the last two festivals…
What's Right With Our Schools: Hixson AFJROTC Flag Disposal
HIXSON, TN (WDEF) - When an American flag becomes tattered beyond repair, there is a proper way to dispose of it. Cadets in Hixson High's Air Force Junior ROTC program know exactly…
Hamilton County discussion over future of McDonald Farm
SALE CREEK, Tennessee (WDEF) - Hamilton County officials are holding a community meeting this Friday on their plans for the old McDonald Farm property near Sale Creek. The county bought the land to turn it into a new industrial recruiting…
Smoke but no fire at the Read House
UPDATE: Fire officials now say it was a malfunctioning boiler in the basement. The boiler was shut down until it can be repaired. _________ CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Can we chalk another one up…
Russia, US, Ukraine to square off at UN Security Council
UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The U.N. Security Council is scheduled to meet Monday for the first time on Russia’s troop buildup and threatening actions…
TECH BYTE: What is Wordle?
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A new game is taking the Internet by storm. If you haven't heard of Wordle, you've at least seen other people playing it while scrolling through…
Tax law changes and tips
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) - Tax season is here and there are some important changes to be mindful of. "Tax planning and tax strategy is not something fun to talk about. It’s…
CFD Responds to Space Heater Fire Saturday
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF): Chattanooga Fire department responded to a fire started by a space heater Saturday afternoon. A House fire in 2700 block of Curtis Street with one occupant escaped with no injuries. Although no one was injured, this is…
Chattanooga FD looks for neighborhood help to stop firehouse burglaries
Emotions run high for firefighters when they go out on a call. They'll fight a fire for hours, and then head back to the station. What they don't want to return to is…
Experts warn Chattanooga residents about heater safety
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) -- The cold weather is making its presence felt throughout Chattanooga. Before anyone runs to the heater for relief, the Chattanooga Fire Department has some pointers to keep everyone safe this winter. CFD Fire Chief Phil Hyman says…
Boats destroyed in Hales Bar Marina fire
UPDATE: The Marion County Sheriff's Office reports that there is a person unaccounted for from the fire. They brought in divers on Friday to search the water for a possible victim. They didn't find anyone, but called off the…
Chattanooga Fire Department asks for public help to stop vehicle break-ins
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Chattanooga firefighters are enduring a rash of vehicle break-ins while they are out fighting fires. The burglaries have happened at Fire Station 1 (downtown on Main Street), Station 9…
Dalton Police look for missing man
DALTON, Georgia (WDEF) - Dalton Police are asking for the public's help to find a missing man. 49 year old Stephen Hammontree was last seen on Monday. His wife says he headed off to work at Dorsett Industries on May…
Mayor announces 4 finalists for Police Chief
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Chattanooga Mayor Tim Kelly has announced four finalists for the open Chief of Police job. They include one in-house candidate, Glenn Scruggs plus a female candidate from Atlanta, plus two men now working in New Orleans and…
Ex-chief deputy in Grundy County convicted of beating prisoners
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - A former chief deputy of the Grundy County Sheriff's Office was convicted on Friday in Chattanooga federal court. Tony Bean was found guilty of deprivation of rights involving two incidents while he was the Chief of Police…