Hamilton County Judges Bring Resources to Veterans With PTSD Who Face Sentencing
Two Hamilton County Judges want to help veterans they see in court get treatment for PTSD.
Police have suspect photos of Friday night Hit and Run vehicle
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Chattanooga Police have a couple of photos they would like you to look at. The are photos of the suspect video from the fatal hit and run on Friday night. A woman walking on Highway 58…
Boyd Buchanan student killed in crash in Sequatchie County
DUNLAP, Tennessee (WDEF) - A teenager was killed in a wreck this morning in Sequatchie County. Tennessee State Troopers report that 17 year old Grace Mitchell from Dunlap was driving her Honda Civic up the mountain on Highway 111 around…
More To The Story: Evie West's career path could be a movie
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - It's certainly not easy to make a radical change in one's life. It takes a lot of effort. And a lot of faith. One police officer in…
Dade County making progress on first storm shelter
TRENTON, Georgia (WDEF) - Dade County is making progress on a storm shelter project. Crews were pouring concrete today for Storm Shelter Number 1. That will be at the Dade County Sports Complex…
County Commissioner discuss resolution for 11 school board members and partisan elections
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn (WDEF) -During Wednesday's county commission meeting, commissioners discussed a resolution that would increase the school board from nine to eleven members, as a result of redistricting. Early Wednesday morning some…
Georgia man sentenced for pharmacy robberies in Ft. Oglethorpe and Summerville
NEWNAN, Georgia (WDEF) - A suspect has been sentenced in Georgia for a string of pharmacy robberies that include stores in our area. Prosecutors say Anthony Lavell Williams, Jr. assaulted pharmacy customers during the robberies and forced employees to give…
City of Chattanooga Not Planning on Adding More Districts While Redistricting
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF): The Hamilton County Commissioner's decision to add two more districts to the map has left residents wondering the city's plan to redistrict. Chattanooga City Councilwoman, Carol Berz says to not expect any drastic changes. Every ten years,…
New information on the child death linked to an adult suicide Monday
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - The Medical Examiner's report gives new information on the death of a two year old child back in September and the death of the woman accused of abusing him. Vincent Carter died from injuries he suffered on…
Comcast announces Internet boost for Chattanooga area
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Comcast on Wednesday announced that the company is boosting internet speeds for Chattanooga customers at no extra charge. Here is the breakdown: The following upgrades are now live at no additional cost to customers: Performance Starter upload…
School Board objects to Hamilton County Commission action on redistricting
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - The Chairman of the Hamilton County School Board is objecting to a redistricting plan. The County Commission discussed a resolution that would increase the school board from nine to eleven…
Woman dies in Soddy Daisy fire
SODDY DAISY, Tennessee (WDEF) - The Soddy Daisy Police department and TBI are investigating a fatal fire that happened around 6 o'clock this morning. According to Deputy Chief Dusty Morgan, an elderly female died…
Alabama boy named world's most premature infant to survive
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) — An Alabama boy who weighed less than a pound at birth after his mother went into labor at only 21 weeks and one day of gestation has been certified as the world's most premature baby to…
As cities grow, wastewater recycling gets another look
Around the U.S., cities are increasingly warming to an idea that once induced gags: Sterilize wastewater from toilets, sinks and factories, and eventually pipe it back into homes and businesses as tap water.
Study: Fox viewers more likely to believe COVID falsehoods
People who trust Fox News Channel and other media outlets that appeal to conservatives are more likely to believe falsehoods about COVID-19 and vaccines than those who primarily go elsewhere for news, a study has found.
Rodgers stands by remarks, admits being misleading on status
Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers said Tuesday he stands behind the comments he made last week about why he didn’t get vaccinated for COVID-19, but acknowledges misleading some people about his status before testing positive.
Grants for Tree Planting
Tennessee’s Wildlife Agency is offering grants to help cities, schools, community groups and environmental organizations buy seedlings for planting trees along rivers and streams.
Local Bar Owner Defends Complaints and Reopens
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - "Someone said it was the hip hop culture that was causing all of the problems here and I certainly don't understand how hip hop culture and…
Chip's Good Word: Police food and toy drives this season
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - A couple of area police departments are helping restock shelves this weekend with local food drives. East Ridge Police are asking help…
Police believe suspect in death of a child committed suicide at Hamilton Place
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Chattanooga Police say a woman who apparently took her own life on Monday was charged with the death of a young child over the weekend. The case began on September 10th, when police were called to a…
Brothers Osborne bring message of inclusivity to CMA stage
By KRISTIN M. HALL AP Entertainment Writer NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — When the Brothers Osborne take the stage at the CMA Awards on Wednesday, the award-winning duo will have a powerful message for fans who sometimes feel like outsiders — an…
Golden Apple Award: Jennifer Murray, DuPont Elementary
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) - A child's first teacher plays a vital role in establishing a lifelong love of learning. It's a job that requires plenty of patience, and if you don't love…
Recount shows Randall Franks loses re-election by just 3 votes
RINGGOLD, Georgia (WDEF) - Catoosa County has released the results of a recount into the Ringgold City Council race last week. Officials say the recount affirms the November 2 results that show challenger Earl Henderson defeating incumbent Randall Franks by…
Used car prices still on the rise
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- The whole world turned upside down. Typically when you drive a car off the lot and the price depreciates. Today the price appreciates. Driving is something we rely on but,…