Officer Involved Shooting at National Cemetery
4 pm Update: In a press conference, Chattanooga Police say: -- they were called by Cemetery officials over an agitated man with a knife -- he would not put it down -- multiple officers…
Judge drops child neglect charges against Little Lambs Daycare worker
CLEVELAND, Tennessee (WDEF) - A judge in Bradley County on Tuesday dropped all 27 counts of child neglect against a worker at Little Lambs Daycare. This was the case of the fire at the daycare in Bradley County on February…
Gun found at Dade County High this morning
TRENTON, Georgia (WDEF) - A teacher found a gun this morning at Dade County High School in Trenton. The SRO reported that the firearm was found under a bookshelf. The officer say it was unloaded, but had 10 rounds inside…
US banning Russian oil imports as Biden warns of 'costs'
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden announced Tuesday the U.S. will ban all Russian oil imports, toughening the toll on Russia’s economy in retaliation for its invasion of Ukraine, but he acknowledged it will bring costs to Americans, particularly at the gas pump.…
Officer involved shooting in Marion County overnight
SOUTH PITTSBURG, Tennessee (WDEF) - The TBI will investigate an officer involved shooting overnight in Marion County. It started when a South Pittsburg police officer tried to stop a vehicle before midnight. They say the driver refused to…
Shell says it will stop buying Russian oil, natural gas
LONDON (AP) — Energy giant Shell said Tuesday that it will stop buying Russian oil and natural gas and shut down its service stations, aviation fuels…
Judge set to question juror who convicted Ghislaine Maxwell
NEW YORK (AP) — A U.S. judge was set Tuesday to question one of the jurors who convicted the British socialite Ghislaine Maxwell of helping the millionaire…
Cleveland native calls for local donations to Ukrainian police
Overseas, one Cleveland native is playing a key role in training the Ukrainian police force. From those here at home, he's asking for help.
Colleges face legal risks under 'divisive concept' bill
By KIMBERLEE KRUESI Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Tennessee’s Republican-controlled House has advanced legislation allowing students and staffers to sue public colleges and universities if they feel they’ve been unfairly punished for not accepting “divisive concepts.” The bill would…
Details on the wire fraud charge ending Robin Smith's legislative career
UPDATE: Because a plea agreement was already in place, the filings in the Robin Smith case are not called an indictment. All filings in the case are part of an information hearing. Smith is expected to be in U.S. District…
Gas prices keep going up in our area
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - As the war in Ukraine continues to drive up the price of crude oil, gas prices are rising substantially. "Oil prices have been very volatile. We've seen really an…
Jeff Mullis announces he will not seek reelection to Georgia Senate
ATLANTA, Georgia (WDEF) - Arguably the most powerful politician in northwest Georgia announced on Monday that he is not seeking reelection. State Senator Jeff Mullis from Chickamauga has served in the legislature for more than 20 years. And those years…
What's Right With Our Schools: Howard High Gold Level Status
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) - There was a party going on at Howard High School on Monday (3/7/22). Dr. Leandrea Ware is the Executive Principal at Howard. She exclaims, "Absolutely amazing! We are celebrating…
Firefighters deliver a baby over the weekend
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Chattanooga firefighters responded to a different kind of emergency over the weekend. The Engine 15 Red Shift was called to a home in Brainerd for a pregnancy emergency…
Final phase underway for Red Bank greenway project
RED BANK, Tennessee (WDEF) - Red Bank officials announce that construction is underway for the final phase of a trail system through the city. The new, one mile trail will connect White Oak Park to Stringer's Ridge. The "White Oak…
Strangulation one of the charges against son in death of his mother
TRENTON, Georgia (WDEF) - The Dade County Sheriff's Office has listed the charges the have filed in the death of a woman last week. 58-year old Roger Allen Shrader faces charges of Felony Murder, Malice Murder and Aggravated Assault by…
Weather in the Classroom Travels to Rock Spring Elementary
Rock Spring, GA (WDEF): Weather in the classroom traveled to Rock Spring Elementary School this morning. Meteorologist Bekah Birdsall visited with 3 kindergarten classes talking all things weather. The kindergarten students are learning…
Representative Robin Smith Resigns After Being Charged With Wire Fraud
Rep. Robin Smith of Hixson resigned from her house seat Monday morning after authorities charged her with wire fraud.
Moon River Festival returns to Chattanooga this fall
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - The Moon River Music Festival will return to Chattanooga in 2022. Festival organizers have announced the dates for Sept. 10 and 11th at Coolidge Park. They will announce ticket sales and the lineup at a later date.…
Russia sets cease-fire for evacuations but battles continue
LVIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russia announced yet another cease-fire and a handful of humanitarian corridors to allow civilians to flee Ukraine starting Monday, although the evacuation routes were mostly leading to Russia…
TECH BYTE: Apps Highlight Women's History
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- It's Women's History Month! Or should we say "herstory?" There are some smartphone apps that can help us learn about some influential women who have made…
Veteran uses disc golf to raise money for Wounded Warrior Project
DALTON, Georgia (WDEF)-Anthony Davis is a veteran and a disc golf player. This weekend these two things became one as he ran a disc golf…
Fatality on Watts Bar Lake Sunday
Crossville, TN (WDEF): A man died after he and two other men attempted to swim to shore after their boat overturned. Just before 3:30 p.m. on Watts Bar Lake near Sand Island, a TWRA Officer and bystanders pulled three adult…
Aces Around the Bases at AT&T Field
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)-It was a disc golf weekend in the area as the Lookouts got in on the disc golf action. Aces Around the Bases made its return in…