Trump Organization Under Criminal Investigation
The Trump Organization is now facing a criminal investigation. At issue is whether the Trump Organization used misleading information to get loans and tax benefits.
Governors on the fix, inspections and infrastructure bill after Memphis Bridge fracture
MEMPHIS, Tennessee (WDEF) - The Governors of Tennessee and Arkansas met in Memphis today to update us on the I-40 bridge repair over the Mississippi River. They took questions on how to fix it, should we doubt the inspectors and…
East Lake Courts near three pole disaster
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- Three telephone poles fell in East Lake Courts today including one that fell on a car a woman had just got out of according to neighbors Three telephone poles fell earlier today at East…
Wilson Air Center Chattanooga has been named the best Fixed Base Operator back to back years
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF) - Despite the Covid-19 pandemic, A Chattanooga air center was recognized for its outstanding work for the second year in a row. Wilson Air Center Chattanooga has been named the best Fixed Base Operator in the country…
Narrow escape as 3 Power Poles fall at East Lake Courts
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - There is a strange clean up going on now at the East Lake Courts. Three separate power poles collapsed this afternoon. One fell onto a car at the housing development. Luckily, no one was hurt, but neighbors…
New charge makes 3 fatal shootings blamed on Terrence Lewis
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Chattanooga Police have charged a suspect with a fatal shooting last November north of the River. Two people were shot in a subdivision on Rocky River Road in Lake Hills on November 6th. 29 year old Pierre…
Food Giveaway for Food Insecurity
Now, the Lafayette Housing Authority routinely sets up shop making it easier for locals to get all of their essential groceries for free without even leaving their car.
Job Fair hosts over 400 employment opportunities
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) - The Urban League of Chattanooga and The American Job Center have teamed up to bring more than 400 job opportunities together under one roof in an effort to get Hamilton County residents back…
Suspect charged with shooting a woman in the face
DALTON, Georgia (WDEF) - Dalton Police have arrested a suspect from an early morning shooting at the Park Canyon Apartments. Police found 23 year old Darby Amos with gunshot wounds to her hand and jaw. She was eventually flown to…
Volkswagen will Suspend Production for two weeks in June
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) - Volkswagen announced they will be suspending production activities for two weeks during the month of June. Volkswagen says the suspension of production is due to the ongoing global semiconductor shortage. Production will stop during the weeks of…
Tennessee requiring signs for allowing transgender people to use multiperson bathrooms
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Tennessee will become the first state in the United States to require businesses and government facilities open to the public to post a sign if they let transgender people use multiperson bathrooms, locker rooms or changing…
Treasurer of school booster club indicted
JACKSON, Tennessee (WDEF) - Another volunteer treasurer has been arrested for stealing from schools after a Tennessee Comptroller's Office investigation. This time, a former treasurer in Jackson has been indicted for missing funds. Charity (Maddox) Baxter kept the money for…
Police arrest teen suspect in Cheddar's parking lot shooting
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Chattanooga Police have arrested a suspect in the Cheddar's restaurant shooting. A 27 year old man was shot in the parking lot on Gunbarrel Road on Saturday afternoon, May 8th. Police have now charged a 17 year…
The Varsity in Athens could soon come tumbling down
ATHENS, Ga. (AP) - Chili dogs, onion rings and frosted orange milkshakes could soon be in shorter supply in Athens. The Varsity has applied for permission to tear down its decades-old Athens location. Athens-Clarke Commissioner Melissa Link says the Gordy…
EMS week Bass fishing tournament
First responders searched for the largest bass to kick off National EMS week.
Collegedale appoints new city manager 3-2 vote
Collegedale’s commissioners have appointed a new City manager after a 3 to 2 vote.
Alabama Governor signs medical marijuana bill into law
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey signed medical marijuana legislation as Republican opposition to the issue faded after decades of debate. Ivey announced she signed the bill Monday. The program will allow people with a qualifying medical condition…
Honoring the life of Ooltewah's Mike Carter
OOLTEWAH, Tennessee (WDEF) - A Memorial Service will be held at 2 Friday afternoon for State Representative Mike Carter. It will be held at Ooltewah Baptist Church with Visitation starts at Noon. Carter passed away Saturday night.…
Inspector fired for missing crack on Memphis I 40 bridge
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) - An inspector who failed to discover a crack in the Interstate 40 bridge linking Arkansas and Tennessee that prompted the span's closure has been fired. The Arkansas Department of Transportation on Monday said the inspector…
Chattanooga community reacts to Coolidge Park shooting
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Four shots pierced the air on what was a peaceful evening in Coolidge Park last night, resulting in two people being injured - both men aged 21 and 31. The injuries were non-life…
What's Right With Our Schools: Tarah Kemp, DuPont Elementary
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) - Each year, the Tennessee Council for Social Studies recognizes a handful of exceptional teachers throughout the state. Tarah Kemp uses her culinary skills to bring her lessons to life at Dupont Elementary, feeding her…
Food City & Target changing mask requirements
Here is the status of other chains in our area
Hamilton County Schools tracking vaccination rate among teachers and staff
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) - Hamilton County Schools has teamed up with the State Health Department to use a system to help track the Covid-19 vaccination rate for teachers and staff. “The Tennessee Department of health has a statewide…
Suspect collapses and dies while booking for overnight chase
CLEVELAND, Tennessee (WDEF) - A man involved in a police chase overnight died while he was being booked at jail. Bradley County officials say 26 year old Mathew Crisp collapsed before 5 AM. He was the passenger in a vehicle…