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TDOT reports improving conditions after snowfall

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 Central High School mourns loss of student

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,…

CFD responds to structure fire

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 Area Food Bank Calls for Volunteers

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…

Harrison Fire Leaves House in Ruins

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…

Suspect arrested for Jackson Ave. homicide

UPDATE: The Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) has made a second arrest in the homicide of Wallace Milam that occurred on December 19, 2025 in the 1100 block of Jackson Avenue.  Milik Woodley (DOB: 08/14/2003) was located and arrested. He is charged…

Health Risks During Extreme Cold

Hixson, TN (WDEF)-An excessive cold warning remains in effect across Middle Tennessee through Tuesday, and health experts are urging residents to take extra precautions, especially if they take certain medications. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says drugs such…

Tennessee Tech University Launches Master’s in Child Life

Cookeville, TN (WDEF)- The university’s Board of Trustees recently approved the program, which is designed to meet a growing demand from hospitals for specialists trained to support children’s emotional and developmental needs. University leaders say the degree will strengthen pediatric care…

BJ’s Wholesale Club Opening Preview

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - BJ’s Wholesale Club is preparing to open a new location at 401 Northgate Mall Drive, marking the company’s sixth store in Tennessee. The warehouse club will officially…

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