ATLANTA, Georgia (WDEF) - A Georgia lawmaker is proposing letting residents pay their taxes in gold or silver. State Senator Randy Harbin has introduced a bill allowing Georgians to use the precious metals for daily payments. It would work like…
NASHVILLE (WDEF) - As Tennessee lawmakers once again debating the future of the grocery tax, we point out that shoppers still spend less here than in most states. A new analysis from Trace One looks at how much we spend…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Local viewers shared these snowy snapshots from neighborhoods across the area. From quiet backyards to snow-covered streets, today’s winter weather made for some beautiful scenes.…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Every year, Chattanooga comes together for one of its quirkiest and most beloved traditions… Skillet Curling. Inspired by the Olympic sport but played with cast iron…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A recent survey from the North American Veterinary Community (NAVC) shows that many pet owners delay professional care, highlighting ways families can help their pets live…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Zoo officials announced a 15% discount on annual memberships for the entire month of February. The online promotional code MEMBER15 applies…
JACKSON, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) is investigating the circumstances leading to an officer-involved shooting that occurred Sunday afternoon in Jackson. According to the TBI, just before 1:50, officers with the…
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Hamilton County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) has arrested a Fugitive at Erlanger who's been on the run for months According to HCSO, on Friday officers were notified that a fugitive who had evaded law…
MOUNT JULIET, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) is investigating the circumstances leading to a homicide, an attempted homicide, and an officer-involved shooting, Saturday morning in Mount Juliet. According to the TBI, on Friday around 9:30 p.m.,…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A local individual has reached out for us asking for the community's help. Alysea Clements, a resident of Chattanooga, is asking for the communities help in saving her dog, Xena. She has posted on social…
HARRISON, Tenn. (WDEF) - Early Saturday morning around 2:52 am, a homeowner called 911 to reporting her manufactured house was on fire located at 10427 Birchwood Pike. According to the Office of Emergency Management, first responders arrived on…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - This week is National Burn Awareness Week. This year the Chattanooga Fire Department (CPD) is shining a light on Workplace Safety, "Preventing Burns Where You Work." This morning CPD…
CHICKAMAUGA, Ga. (WDEF) - The Chickamauga City Council held a special meeting on Friday at 4 p.m. to consider removing Mayor James “Trey” Deck III from office. Council…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - As conditions developed, crews with the Tennessee Department of Transportation moved into position and began monitoring travel routes across eastern Tennessee. Officials say teams were deployed…
BRADLEY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - Tonight, Bradley Central High School released a statement saying they are mourning one of their own. According to the high school, one of their students, Andrew Carroll, has passed away. The football team says,…
RINGGOLD, GA. (WDEF) –Chocolate lovers packed into Catoosa County this weekend for one of the sweetest events of the year. The World of Chocolate Expo took over the Catoosa Colonnade in Ringgold on Saturday, bringing together dozens of vendors offering…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - On Saturday morning, the Chattanooga Fire Department (CFD) responded to the 2000 block of East 13th Street for a residential structure fire. According to the CFD, they were called to the scene around 11 AM.…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- More protests continued Friday across Chattanooga, opposing the actions of ICE. This in the wake of violent…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Chattanooga Area Food Bank is asking for more volunteers to help meet growing community needs. Extra hands are needed at several locations, including Foxwood, the Amnicola warehouse, and Dalton. Volunteer shifts typically last three to…
Chattanooga is stepping onto the world stage. The city has been selected as the official base camp for Spain’s national soccer team, putting Chattanooga in the international spotlight as one of the world’s top teams prepares for one of the…
A 13-year-old boy died on Thursday after he was mauled by a shark at a popular beach on Brazil's eastern coast, the state government said in a statement. The attack happened off the coast of Chifre beach in Brazil's tourist…
Travelers who don't yet have a Real ID could face a new $45 fee starting Feb. 1, when the Transportation Security Administration will begin imposing the additional charge on passengers without the enhanced…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A local author held a special book signing on Wednesday. Rita Lorainne Hubbard wrote “It’s Possible, The Story of Ronald McNair”. Ronald McNair…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. -- A house in Harrison was left in ruins and deemed a total loss following a fire on January 30, 2026. The Highway 58 Volunteer Fire Department (VFD) responded to the 6400 block of Spadewood Lane around…