GoFundMe launched after Soddy Daisy family loses everything
SODDY DAISY, Tenn. (WDEF) — A late-night house fire in Soddy…
Lake Winnie Celebrates 100 Years of Thrills, Smiles, and Summer Tradition
It started with a boat ride and a big dream. A century later, Lake Winnepesaukah—better known as Lake Winnie—is still bringing joy to generations of families. This week, officials from across Georgia gathered in Rossville to celebrate the beloved amusement…
Mayors talk about various issues in joint event
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Both Chattanooga Mayor Tim Kelly and Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp took the stage together Tuesday. (more…)
At least 3% of measles cases this year were in people who were fully vaccinated, CDC says
At least 3% of measles cases confirmed so far this year have been in people who received two doses of the measles vaccine, meaning they were fully vaccinated, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention…
VFW post in Ooltewah renamed to honor fallen soldier Travis F. Haslip
OOLTEWAH, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 1697 in Ooltewah held a special ceremony to honor U.S. Army Private First Class Travis F. Haslip.…
60 individuals arrested in connection to illegal cockfighting operation
HUNTSVILLE, Al. (WDEF) -- Authorities arrested 60 individuals after shutting down an illegal cockfighting ring in Blount County, Alabama. The Gulf of America Homeland Security Task Force…
Kraft Heinz says it will remove artificial dyes from its U.S. products by the end of 2027
Kraft Heinz will remove artificial dyes from its products sold in the U.S. by the end of 2027, the company announced Tuesday. The multinational food company also said it will stop making new products that contain these…
Crews battle large blaze near Resolute Products facility in Calhoun
CALHOUN, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Late Monday night, the Cleveland Fire Department (CFD) responded to a major fire in Calhoun. The fire broke out near the Resolute…
Fire crews battle overnight house fire on Probasco Street
LAFAYETTE, Ga. (WDEF) -- Firefighters responded to a residential fire overnight in the 900 block of Probasco Street. Lafayette Fire Department's Blue Shift, with help from Walker…
Grundy County man arrested for attempting to solicit a minor
GRUNDY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A man was arrested in Grundy County Monday night after attempting to solicit a minor. Johnny McNeal engaged in sexually explicit…
Pops on the River adjusts for 2025 celebration
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – One of Chattanooga’s most patriotic summer traditions is making a big comeback — with a few changes. “Pops on the River,” the beloved Fourth…
CEO talks financial planning at the Pachyderm Club
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Pachyderm Club is continuing its tradition of civic discussions in downtown Chattanooga. The group welcomed guest speaker Mark Fraker, CEO of the Chattanooga…
What's Right With Our Schools: CCS Theater Camp
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- It’s lights, camera, summer fun! Chattanooga Christian School is once again hosting its long-running Musical Theatre Camp—welcoming students from across the region and beyond. …
Three-State Paddle Adventure Begins
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Hundreds of paddlers are dipping their oars into history this week as Paddle Georgia marks its twentieth anniversary with a journey unlike any other. The annual week-long event,…
Smart Grocery Savings with Amazon
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - As grocery costs climb this summer, many Americans are looking to save. For twenty-two million SNAP households, every dollar counts. Online shopping is helping as nearly four…
First private development tied to Erlanger Park breaks ground
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- As Erlanger Park continues its construction, some of the recent discussion around the surrounding district was when nearby development would begin. (more…)
CARTA updates plans to modernize transportation network
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- CARTA gave an update on its plan to modernize its transportation network. (more…)
Two face animal cruelty charges after incident near Rossville
ROSSVILLE, Ga. (WDEF) -- Two people are facing aggravated animal cruelty charges after their dogs reportedly charged at a realtor showing a home near Rossville. The incident…
High-speed pursuit through Dekalb and Jackson counties ends in arrest
HENAGAR, Al. (WDEF) -- A high-speed chase through Dekalb and Jackson Counties ended with an arrest. On Monday, June 16, 2025, a Dekalb County Deputy tried to stop a gray Chevy Tahoe on County…
State agency suggests TBI build new crime lab in Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A state agency is recommending that the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) build a crime lab in Chattanooga. This is part of…
Traffic stop in Murray County leads to drug bust and arrest
MURRAY COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) -- A routine traffic stop turned into a major drug bust Friday after a months-long investigation into illegal drug activity in the…
At Home retail chain files for bankruptcy as part of restructuring effort
At Home, the home decor and furniture retailer with more than 200 locations in the United States, is filing for bankruptcy. The popular retail chain announced Monday that it is entering Chapter 11 protection as…
The Louvre in Paris closes unexpectedly as staff protest conditions
The Louvre, the world's most-visited museum and a global symbol of art, beauty and endurance, was shuttered on Monday — not by war, not by terror, but by its own exhausted staff, who say the institution…
WhatsApp is bringing subscription model and ads to its messaging platform
WhatsApp has announced a series of new features that will change the way people interact with brands on the Meta-owned messaging platform and give companies more chances to cash in on user engagement. The changes,…
