Cranberry Jam at Miller Park to Help Those In Need
Local folks had a chance to help out those in need Monday afternoon. Miller Park played host to the Cranberry Jam.
Text Messages of a Murder Plot Lead to Arrest
A murder plot found in text messages lead to the arrest of a Chattanooga man.
Tennessee gov backs signing bill aide said violates US law
Tennessee's governor stood by his decision to sign sprawling limits on COVID-19 restrictions into law, even though his own office warned the bill would violate federal disability law and put the state at risk of losing federal funds.
Novonix preparing to pave the way for the electric industry in Chattanooga
Novonix is a new facility that is putting roots down right here in Chattanooga. It is projected to pave the way in the industrial green economy.
What's Right With Our Schools: Chattanooga Prep Thanksgiving Meals
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) - Chattanooga Prep is doing its part to make sure all its school families have a bountiful Thanksgiving. They've already handed out enough food to feed a…
Talkin' Turkey In Bradley County
It was "Turkey Day" in Bradley County! Specifically, at the Bradley County Sheriff's Office. Not for eating, but for giving.
6 children hurt in parade crash in critical condition
At least six children injured when an SUV plowed through a Christmas parade in suburban Milwaukee are listed in critical condition. At least five people were killed and more than 40 hurt in the tragedy Sunday.
October existing home sales hit fastest pace since January
Sales of previously occupied U.S. homes ticked higher in October, marking their strongest pace since January even as competition for relatively few properties on the market pushed prices higher.
How COVID shots for kids help prevent dangerous new variants
Estimates show that for this November through March 12, 2022, vaccinating 5- to 11-year-olds would avert about 430,000 COVID cases in the overall U.S. population if no new variant arose.
Official: More than 90% of fed workers got shots by deadline
More than 90% of federal workers received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine by Monday's deadline set by President Joe Biden.
Target to keep stores closed on Thanksgiving for good
Target will no longer open its stores on Thanksgiving Day, making permanent a shift to the unofficial start of the holiday season that was suspended during the pandemic.
TECH BYTE: Tech to Help You Save While Holiday Shopping
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Black Friday and Cyber Monday are almost here. Even though a lot of stores are already offering markdowns, you may not have…
Youth Villages bring awareness to foster care during National Adoption Month
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- Even though we are over halfway through November, Foster Care agencies such as Youth Villages are still using National adoption month to highlight…
Traveling with kids during the holidays
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- We are entering the heart of holiday season with thanksgiving less than a week away. Teacher and child expert Suzanne Barchers said traveling with a child can make the holiday season even more stressful but there are…
Person taken into custody after multi-state pursuit, shots fired
HIXSON, Tennessee (WDEF)- Chattanooga Police Department said a suspect is in custody after a multi-state police chase The chase ended on Highway 153 near boy scout road in Hamilton County. The search for any other suspects has ended after a…
Shooting Arrest: 3000 Dee Drive
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) - On Saturday, just after 6 P.M. Chattanooga Police were advised by dispatch that a party had arrived at a local hospital by private vehicle with a gunshot wound. Upon arrival, Officers located and confirmed a male…
Rowing for the Special Olympics
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF)- Several rowing teams rowed 42, 195 meters, which is the distance of a marathon, in order to raises thousands of dollars for the athletes in the special Olympics. Five…
Chattanooga Fashion Expo wraps up
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF)- The Chattanooga Fashion expo concluded its 3 day event with a fashion runway. “It comes from different situations. Fun times and bad times in my life. I put a lot…
Chattanooga Police Investigating Shooting on Birchwood Dr.
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF): Chattanooga Police are investigating a shooting that happened on the 3400 block of Birchwood Drive Friday, November 19th around 3:15 PM. \ Responding to a call of a person shot, Chattanooga Police arrived to find a young…
New hurdle for COVID-19 home testing -- the holiday season
WASHINGTON (AP) — Millions more home tests for COVID-19 are hitting store shelves, but will there be enough for Americans hoping to screen themselves before holiday gatherings? Gone are last year's long lines to get tested, thanks to nearly a…
As tourism brightens, Times Square hopes to regain luster
NEW YORK (AP) — David Cohen has been yearning for a return to the days when business boomed at his family's souvenir shop in Times Square. While tourists have begun returning, foot traffic into Grand Slam souvenirs is still not…
Rittenhouse verdict puts Biden in difficult political spot
WILMINGTON, Del. (AP) — A difficult political atmosphere for President Joe Biden may have become even more treacherous with the acquittal of Kyle Rittenhouse. Biden was already facing sliding poll numbers with an electorate worn down by the coronavirus pandemic…
Hundreds protest Rittenhouse acquittal across US
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Law enforcement in Portland Friday night declared a riot as about 200 demonstrators protested the acquittal of a teen who killed two people and injured another in Wisconsin. The Multnomah County Sheriff's Office said the protesters…
Atlanta airport checkpoint chaos: Man grabs gun, it goes off
ATLANTA (AP) — A passenger awaiting a bag search at the Atlanta airport's main security checkpoint reached in the bag and grabbed a firearm, and it went off, causing chaos among travelers and prompting a temporary FAA ground stop on…