TECH BYTE: Website Helps with Self Tech Repairs

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Why pay someone else to fix your tech products, when you can do it yourself? If you need to repair your phone, computer, or other tech, iFixit can help. “We are the largest online repository of service part information for power tools – anything from a ditch witch to a power drill,” said CEO Kyle Wiens….

Walker Valley football 30 in 30

CLEVELAND, Tennessee (WDEF)- “No joke I woke up at 5 AM this morning just thinking about different schemes that we’ve been talking about and how we can do things differently. Try to develop more as coaches and give our kids the best opportunity to be successful,” said Akins. Walker Valley Head coach Drew Akins is constantly thinking about ways to…

Sania Khan remembered in candlelight vigil by her friends and classmates

Khan was said to make a "friend of anyone who knew her"

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – You might not know the name Sania Khan, but she left a legacy with those she knew. A candlelight vigil in her honor took place tonight at her old high school, the Chattanooga School for the Arts and Sciences. While the vigil took place at night, Sania’s life still shines bright for all who knew her. “Our…

Lookouts Return Home and Fall 10-6 to Tennessee Smokies

(lookouts.com) CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. – The Chattanooga Lookouts dropped the series-opening game on Friday night to the Tennessee Smokies, 10-6, from AT&T Field. The Smokies got on the board first racing out to a 6-0 advantage after three innings. Chattanooga (38-50) slowly started chipping away scoring with a solo shot from Alex McGarry in the fourth. In the fifth, the Lookouts…

Hixson, Dunlap win Dog Park Dash

Money goes to build local dog parks

KNOXVILLE, Tennessee (WDEF) – Two local communities are winners in this year’s Dog Park Dash. Randy and Jenny Boyd formed the Boyd Foundation to help fund dog parks across Tennessee. This year they are handing out $375,000 to 15 communities to complete their goal of 100 dog parks across the state. Communities apply for the grants by coming up with…

Home energy expert shares tips for preserving home cooling systems

As a heatwave continues to roll throughout the country, the Tennessee Valley is no exception to the raging temperatures fuming across the South East. More than 100 million Americans are being impacted by this extreme heatwave according to the National Weather Service. Steve Wilson is with home insurance company Hippo, he said there are simple steps you can take to…

More To The Story with Staley: Sound Therapy

Dave visits a new business that uses sound to improve your mental state

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – If you’re looking for someone who knows sound……Jennifer Kearns has “got you covered!” Kearns, a Kentucky native, is relatively new to Chattanooga. And one week ago, she opened up her new business on Gunbarrel Road. Theta Therapy. It’s sound therapy. An old, ancient trend that is gaining new popularity. Kearns uses all types of instruments to help…

Mayor’s Office Proposes $2.8 Million for Homeless Shelter

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) — There are thirty million dollars in federal money available to the city of Chattanooga through the American Rescue Plan. The City is considering using two point eight million to build a low barrier homeless shelter. According to Director of Homelessness and Supportive Housing, Same Wolfe, such a shelter would make it easier for homeless people to get…

Craig Pritchett Returns to Lead the Ridgeland Panthers

Rossville, GA-(WDEF-TV) After suffering through a couple of down seasons, Ridgeland went searching for a new coach. The trail lead to South Carolina, where the Panthers managed to bring back one of their own in Craig Pritchett, who is a former Ridgeland player and assistant coach. He admits it’s surreal to be back as the Panthers head coach. Said Pritchett:”This…

Chattanoogans compare Southside proposal to past developments

Former mayor, beloved radio host see similarities between new Lookouts Stadium proposal to building Tennessee Aquarium

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) — The Southside development at the former U.S. pipe site has left many in local city and county governments with split opinions on its development. However, some longtime Chattanooga public figures say they’ve seen this all before. Former Chattanooga Mayor Ron Littlefield and radio personality Earl Freudenberg see similarities in today’s debates of rebuilding the Southside to those…

Rep. Mike Cameron says it was time for Georgia’s abortion law to change

Court ruling makes fetal heartbeat ban the law of the state

ROSSVILLE, Georgia (WDEF) – The abortion laws changed abruptly in Georgia on Wednesday following a court ruling. A federal appeals court overturned an injunction of Georgia’s Heartbeat abortion ban. The legislation essentially bans abortion in the state of Georgia after six weeks of pregnancy. There are reports that some clinics had to inform clients already waiting for abortions on Wednesday…

From The Archives: 1987 country music showcase

We look back at a TV show taping at the Chattanooga Choo Choo

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Nashville isn’t just the country music capital because of it’s recordings. The town has always lead the way for putting artists on TV. In the summer of 1987, a new show tried to join the club with a showcase taped here in Chattanooga. “The Chattanooga Choo Choo” was a music show anchored at the tourist destination in…

Tennessee has ten active monkeypox cases

The Center for Disease Control has confirmed there are ten active cases of monkeypox in Tennessee. There are currently no known cases in Hamilton County according to the Hamilton County Health Department. monkeypox can spread from the time symptoms start until the rash has fully healed and a fresh layer of skin has formed. The illness typically lasts 2 to…

‘Westside Evolves’ project funding

Hamilton County Commissioners approved $2 million from America Rescue Plan (ARP) funds on Wednesday for the Westside Evolves project. The Westside is one of Chattanooga’s oldest public housing communities. It’s home to more than 1,500 families. The money will be used for renovations to James A. Henry school, 100 new head start seats, a health clinic, and other recreational projects….

Meigs County Expects to Keep the Success Train Rolling

Decatur, TN-(WDEF-TV) Meigs County has been one of the most successful high school football teams in our area in recent years, and they expect even more success this fall. The Tigers leap into the 30-in-30 spotlight. Meigs Co has averaged 12 wins a year over the last six seasons. Talk about setting a standard. Said lineman Landon Thompson:”Winning has always…

Local medical professional discusses COVID BA.5 variant

Dr. Jay Sizemore says latest variant is "the most infectious" he's seen

HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) — The BA.5 variant is now the most dominant strain of COVID-19 in the country. Its transmission level is high in Hamilton County, according to the CDC. Erlanger’s Dr. Jay Sizemore says there has been a “slight uptick” in hospitalizations over the past few weeks compared to April’s COVID numbers, although they aren’t as high as…

Local Ronald McDonald House Charities receives sizable donation

Happy Meals for the House Fundraiser premiered in 2022

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) — Local McDonald’s owner-operators presented a check for nearly $17,000 Wednesday morning to Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Chattanooga. That money was raised from the Happy Meals for the House Fundraiser, which took 10% of sales from Happy Meals at local McDonald’s restaurants. It was the first year for the fundraiser. “The House is important because it…

Cleveland City Schools in Need of Bus Drivers, Substitute Teachers

CLEVELAND, Tenn. — In January, the U-S Department of Transportation acknowledged a nationwide shortage of bus drivers. As the fall semester approaches, Cleveland City Schools are still in need of more drivers. “We’re looking for about eight, altogether, bus drivers that, you know, we’ll even train if we have to, because right now it’s such a shortage of drivers across…