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Weekend Closures of I-24 for bridge replacement program

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) - Over the next several weekends TDOT will be taking part of the bridge replacement project that's currently underway on I-24. TDOT is planning to replace the bridge over Germantown Road this weekend. This means starting Friday…

Landowners beware of timber thieves

NASHVILLE (WDEF) - You've heard of the rising problem of catalytic converter thefts. Now Tennessee officials warn about the problem of timber thefts, for a similar reason. They say that timber prices are rising, especially for specific species of wood.…

CPD starts Voluntary Special Needs Identification Program

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) - The Chattanooga Police Department is working to break down the barriers between law enforcement and residents with special needs by creating a voluntary special needs identification program. A CPD Officer learned of the need for the program…

One Year since the Easter Tornadoes ripped through our area

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) - April 12th, 2021 marks one year since tornadoes devastated parts of Hamilton County. To this day families and businesses are still  working to pick up the pieces and to rebuild.  Homeowners Carrie and Frank Fugunt just recently were…

Nashville lifts outdoor mask mandate

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Nashville’s top health officials have tweaked the city’s mask mandate to exclude requiring face coverings in outdoor spaces. According to the city’s latest public health order, masks will be still required for indoor spaces. However, as…

Cempa to host drive-thru vaccine event on Saturday

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) - Cempa Community Care is hosting  a drive-thru COVID-19 vaccination event tomorrow . The Drive thru vaccination site will be at Mt. Canaan Baptist Church, located at 4801 Hwy 58. Vaccine appointment times are available from 9:00 AM…

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