Ramp Closures on October 23rd Weekend
Portions of the I-75 and I-24 split will be closed for one weekend, allowing crews to make major progress with their overall modification project.
Family of Wounded East Ridge Officer Speaks Out On Recovery
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - East Ridge Corporal Terry Prescott was wounded Sunday afternoon after stopping a red Dodge Challenger, as seen in dashcam footage here. East Ridge police were able to identify the suspect was identified as 42-year-old Christopher…
Hamilton County Commissioners Vote To Keep Confederate Bust
The Hamilton County Commission voted Wednesday morning against the removal of the Alexander P. Stewart statue from the county courthouse.
Tennessee launches new website for COVID-19 info
The Tennessee Department of Health has launched a new website to keep the public up to speed on the COVID-19 pandemic.
Chattanooga Mayor's Administration proposes to use funds for COVID-related homeless shelter
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Chattanooga City Council Members are weighing a proposal by the Mayor’s administration to help provide immediate COVID-related shelter for the homeless population. What they want to do is buy a hotel and make it a low-barrier…
Sheriff Hammond Hospitalized for COVID-19
Hamilton County Sheriff Jim Hammond is now hospitalized with COVID-19.
Black Fox Elementary's Lindsey Prok Wins Golden Apple Award
Lindsey Prok is a 3rd grade teacher at Black Fox Elementary School in Bradley County. Prok says shes always wanted to be a teacher especially at Black Fox.
Community Reacts to East Ridge Officer Shooting
ROSSVILLE, Ga. (WDEF) - East Ridge Corporal Terry Prescott was wounded Sunday afternoon after stopping a red Dodge Challenger, as seen in dashcam footage. East Ridge police were able to identify the suspect was identified as 42-year-old Christopher Kitts from…
Chattanooga Mayor Wants to Use COVID Funding for Emergency Homeless Shelter
Chattanooga Mayor Andy Berke’s administration has presented a plan to the Chattanooga City Council calling for the converting of a local hotel property into an emergency shelter for the community’s homeless population.
Loftis Middle School PTA Receives National PTA Grant
Hamilton County's PTA received part of a 1.25 million dollar COVID-19 grant from the National PTA.
An Alarming Trend of Stolen Firearms and Property Theft in Hamilton County
The Hamilton County Sheriff's Deaprtment announced and alarming trend of stolen firearms and property theft.
CDC: 'Strong recommendation' but no rule for masks on planes
The CDC is strongly recommending that passengers on planes, trains and buses wear masks.
Justice Dept. files landmark antitrust case against Google
The Justice Department on Tuesday sued Google for antitrust violations, alleging that it abused its dominance in online search and advertising to stifle competition and harm consumers.
Georgia Court Rules That Votes for Candidates Who Die Before Election Are Void
Georgia’s highest court ruled Monday that votes cast for a candidate who dies before Election Day are void.
Tennessee governor to extend local mask executive order
Gov. Bill Lee intends to extend an executive order that allows the majority of Tennessee’s counties the option to require face coverings in public as the state has seen coronavirus case counts grow.
Boys To Men Program Aims To Help Area Youth Prepare for the Future
A group of Middle and High School aged boys stayed busy and productive during Fall Break.
Dr. Elenora Woods joins others in attempting run for Chattanooga Mayor
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - "We've got work to do. So downtown Chattanooga, here I is. Come and get me. Come and get me. Come on and get me, because I'm not going anywhere," Dr. Elenora Woods said. In front of…
Dunlap Police Department Welcomes First Female Officer
Officer Kaylee Smith recently joined the Dunlap Police Department becoming the department's first female officer.
Farm to Families Donates Half a Million Pounds of Food in Tri - State Area
Farm to Families is looking to donate more than one million pounds of food by the end of the month in the tri - state area. Farm to Families is part of the Corona virus Food Assistance Program. Belle Fresh…
Forgotten Child Fund Application & Donation Site Now Open
The Forgotten Child Fund has started their application process and donation site this Monday morning. You need to come in-person to apply. Bring your social security card, the children you're applying for, and a driver's license. You can apply or…
Senator Alexander Issues Statement Supporting Dr. Fauci
Senator Lamar Alexander issued a brief statement supporting Dr. Fauci.
Dr. Elenora Woods Announces Run for Chattanooga Mayor
Dr. Elenora Woods has announced her bid to run for Chattanooga Mayor.
TECH BYTE: Apple Announces New iPhone
Let's look at some of the features of the new iPhone 12.
UPDATE: Officer Shooting Suspect Shot & Killed
UPDATE, 9:49am: The suspect accused of shooting an East Ridge police officer was shot and killed in Rossville. The suspect was identified as 43-year-old Christopher J. Kitts, who fired several shots at Prescott’s patrol car and then fled. The Georgia…