100 million Americans brace for more cold, ice and snow
More than 100 million people live in areas covered Wednesday by some type of winter weather warning, watch or advisory.
Ford to go all electric in Europe by 2030
Ford announced a major push into electric vehicles in Europe, vowing to convert its entire passenger car lineup on the continent to electrics by 2030.
Former Trump casino where stars played goes out with a bang
A spot on the Atlantic City Boardwalk where movie stars, athletes and rock stars used to party and a future president honed his instincts for bravado and hype has been reduced to a smoking pile of rubble.
Firefighters Battle House Fire and Freezing Temperatures
The Highway 58 Volunteer Fire Department battled a house fire in Harrison early Wednesday morning.
Crews helping areas hit by winter weather
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Photos from Ronald Boston showed snow blanketing Coalmont in Grundy County Tuesday. It’s one of the counties Duck River Electric covers. They had been dealing with thousands of reported power outages in the 16 counties they…
Deputies chase 2 stolen vehicles on Highway 58
RED BANK, Tennessee (WDEF) - Hamilton County deputies chased a pair of stolen vehicles at the same time this morning. They were alerted to them around 8:30 by Red Bank Police. Both made their runs on Highway 58. The driver…
Potter sentenced for shooting Whitfield deputy
DALTON, Georgia (WDEF) - Dalton Potter, the 29 year old Texan who shot a Whitfield County Deputy during a traffic stop last September, has been sentenced to 25 years in prison. Potter pleaded guilty to aggravated assault of a peace…
Deputy arrested again for violating a protection order
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - A Hamilton County Deputy, already charged with Simple Assault, was taken into custody again last night. Authorities say Jorge Araiza violated a no contact order. Deputies were called to a home on Saylor Lane in Hixson. They…
Golden Apple Award: Leslie Miller, Chattanooga Valley Elementary
FLINTSTONE, GA (WDEF) - Teaching first and second graders is a hard enough job in ideal conditions. Add a virtual element to the mix, and a tremendous amount of patience is required. Chattanooga Valley's Leslie Miller met…
Snow Storm on Monteagle
TDOT and public work crews continue to clear the roadways following an overnight winter storm that coated Monteagle and its respective counties.
New vaccines and lower age qualification in Hamilton County
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - The Hamilton County Health Department announces more vaccines and more people eligible for them. Our local department will now align with the state guidelines dropping the age limit to 65 beginning on Monday. So now, these groups…
Salvation Army Hosts Mardi Bra
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) - A local Chattanooga organization hosts an annual lingerie party for homeless women This afternoon, the Salvation hosted a women’s Mardi Bras event. This event donates bras, panties and toiletries to women in need. Organizers say they created…
Lee University Launches News Campus Safety App
CLEVELAND, Tenn (WDEF) - Earlier this semester, Lee University Campus Security introduced the student body to the LiveSafe App. The school says with safety alerts increasing during the past week, the university felt an additional safety system was needed. “It’s an…
Local medical experts tout Johnson & Johnson Covid vaccine
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Aside from the Pfizer and Moderna vaccine, a third option with Johnson & Johnson might be available soon. The company is hoping to be granted FDA approval on the vaccine by the end of the month.…
Hixson Great Dane may be the Oldest to Ever Live
A Hixson dog, Stella may be the oldest Great Dane in the country, maybe even the world after turning thirteen years old last week! Stella celebrated with her favorite activity, napping, as well as clump of whip cream. Owners, Jeffrey…
New lawsuit accuses Trump of inciting deadly Capitol riot
The House Homeland Security chairman has sued Donald Trump, accusing him of inciting the deadly insurrection at the Capitol.
COVID and continues cold temperatures impacting warming stations
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee- With the steady cold the warming shelter at the Chattanooga community kitchen has seen a steady increase in people. The Community Kitchen has severed meals and stayed open everyday even during the pandemic. Due to the pandemic the…
Community helps bring homeless man and dog back together
BRADLEY COUNTY, Tennessee- I got a piece of my heart back. I’ll think the SPCA for the rest of my life," said Dog owner, Ryan Walden. A few weeks ago, Walden gave up his dog, 'Twillight,' to save her life…
Silverdale Baptist Church Donates $32,000 to Four Local Nonprofits
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF) - Silverdale Baptist Church raised over $32,000 to donate to four local nonprofits. Silverdale had asked its congregation to give a special gift during Christmas Eve to benefit their local mission partners. Those nonprofits included The Bethlehem…
At least 3 dead, 10 injured in North Carolina tornado
North Carolina authorities say at least three people are dead and 10 others were injured after a tornado ripped through Brunswick County, leaving a trail of heavy destruction.
Inclement Weather Postpones Tuesday’s COVID-19 Vaccine Appointments & Cancels Testing
Due to inclement weather, the Hamilton County Health Department is postponing COVID-19 vaccine appointments scheduled for Tuesday, February 16 and canceling COVID-19 Testing at the Alstom Plant.
HCS board members to vote to approve 2021-22 school calendar
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - Hamilton County School board members will soon be voting on a proposed 2021-22 school calendar. School board members discussed the calendar in their meeting Monday. The calendar includes a week-long fall break, a short week for…
What's Right With Our Schools: Legacybox
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Technology is changing the way we remember things.Film and video tape are having to cross over the digital divide to be preserved for future generations. Students from Brainerd and East Ridge are helping along the way…
Mother Shares Her Story Since Easter Tornados
Hines and her family have moved 9 times since the Easter Sunday tornado.