There are times in life when sports and human rights both have green lights through the same intersection. Professional athletes have some of the loudest voices in the world and they can be used as a vehicle for change. New Orleans Saints Quarterback Drew Brees used his voice on Wednesday and other star players used […]
Family claimed Julie Wheeler fell from overlook at New River Gorge National River
The Lexington Police Department has added another level of supervision to its ‘No-Knock’ search warrant policy.
Police have arrested a third person who they say vandalized a historic courthouse in Tennessee during weekend protests.
Officials say once physical hostility occurred near the steps of the courthouse the decision was made to deploy the tear gas.
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Over 100 people met up at Miller Park Tuesday evening for a demonstration after the death of George Floyd. It was the fourth day of protesting in Chattanooga. It started with speaking and food then wrapped…
Friends of the Festival, the nonprofit organization behind Chattanooga’s premier music festival Riverbend, has made the decision to cancel this year’s event due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn (WDEF) - On April 12th, an EF-3 tornado ripped through parts of Hamilton County devastating many homes, businesses, and even schools. Grace Baptist Academy on Shallowford Road was one of those schools. Pastor Adam Love says almost all…
When the news took place where Mr. Floyd was killed, The title of commissioner went out the window” said Hamilton County Commissioner Katherlyn Jeter.
In a rare public statement, former President George W. Bush said he and former first lady Laura Bush were anguished by the killing of George Floyd and disturbed by the injustice and fear.
Prosecutors are charging a Minneapolis police officer accused of pressing his knee against George Floyd’s neck with second-degree murder, and for the first time are leveling charges against three other officers.
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn (WDEF) - Hamilton Place mall announced Monday afternoon they would be closing the mall at 2:45. A mall spokesperson says it's because they received credible information about a possible protest in that area. Chattanooga Police confirms they…
Chattanooga Mayor Andy Berke is weighing in on the protests from over the weekend.
It's been closed since mid-March.
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) - Over the past few days thousands of protesters have joined together to demand justice for the death of George Floyd. Since Saturday evening, hundreds of people have assembled to raise awareness about racism and police brutality- after…
The two officers involved in the shooting violated department policy by not wearing or activating the bodycams, said Deputy Chief Robert Schroeder.
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CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Protests have been occurring all across the nation. People in multiple states have gathered to protest the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis. Marching, chants, tears and speeches filled the Walnut Street bridge Saturday afternoon. Three protests…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Protests throughout the nation continued on Sunday. Two separate protests took place Sunday afternoon. Marie Mott, who is running for District 8 city council, planned her own demonstration. The group met at the Hamilton County Courthouse. A…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Hamilton County Health Department has decided to stop distribution of the free cloth face masks. According to the Health department, the cloth masks are coated with Silvadur. That is a substance commonly applied to fabrics to…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Health Department is asking for those that participated in the paintball battles to get tested for Coronavirus. According to the health department, an individual who was involved during May 17 to May 20th tested positive for…
The Hamilton County Coalition is working to reduce the number of overdose deaths by holding online classes.
A Rossville senior care facility has become the latest nursing home to report an outbreak of COVID-19.
Chattanooga joined other cities to protest following the death of George Floyd.