Chattanoogans Burn Calories for a Cause at YMCA’s “Superburn” Event
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — While many were preparing for the Super Bowl, some Chattanoogans spent their Saturday morning breaking a sweat for a good cause. The Downtown Family YMCA held its second annual “Superburn” event, a 90-minute, team-style workout in the newly renovated PIT Studio. Participants worked...
#8 Lady Buffs Split Friday Action in Chattanooga
CANYON, Texas – The #8 Lady Buffs of West Texas A&M suffered a walk-off defeat on Friday afternoon before bouncing back with a win to conclude the opening day of the Chattanooga Invitational at Warner Park in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The Lady Buffs return to the diamond on Saturday as...
ERPD Arrests Feb. 2-7
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from Feb. 2-7. An arrest does not mean that a person has been convicted of a crime. All persons arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Venue 1921 opens as East Ridge’s new community gathering space
EAST RIDGE, Tenn (WDEF) – Today, the City of East Ridge celebrated the grand opening of Venue 1921, a new city owned gathering space designed to host a wide range of community events. City leaders joined residents to officially open the facility and welcome the public into the new...
Suspect’s whereabouts unknown after vehicle pursuit
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Cleveland Police Department has released an update about the vehicle pursuit that took place on Wednesday, February 4, 2026. According to the Cleveland Police Department the suspect involved has been identified as Thomas Larry Burns. He was driving a white SUV during the pursuit...
Dalton Woman Found Dead in House Fire; Suspect Dies After Multi-State Chase and Crash
DALTON, Georgia – On Saturday, January 10, 2026, at 5:47 a.m., the Dalton Fire Department responded to a house fire at 313 S. Grimes Street in Dalton. While searching the structure, firefighters discovered the badly burned body of 35-year-old Crystal Scotten of Dalton inside the home. Because of the suspicious nature...
HHS Girls Wrestling Team Shows Growth and Success
The girls wrestling team has improved and grown a lot over the past few years, according to the coaches at Heritage High School. It has exploded statewide as many girls are getting involved in the sport of wrestling. Girls used to have to wrestle boys to compete, but then a...
BASF Chattanooga Accepting Applications for 2026 TECH Academy
BASF’s Chattanooga site, in partnership with Chattanooga State Community College, will host its annual TECH Academy program, which introduces high school students to technical and craft careers through skills classes, workshops, and industry tours. Beginning the week of June 8, participating students will have the...
National Wear Red Day supports women’s heart health
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Friday, February 6 is National Wear Red Day. The American Heart Association says it is a way to show support for women’s heart health. Colline Miller is the marketing and communications manager for the American Heart Association of Chattanooga. She says, “It’s so important...
Timothy Doolittle, of Monroe, earns Dean’s List Honor at Lee University
CLEVELAND, TN (02/06/2026)– Lee University congratulates Timothy Doolittle of Monroe, GA, on earning Dean’s List honors during the Fall 2025 semester. Dean’s List recognition is earned by full-time, undergraduate students with a semester grade point average between 3.7 and 4.00. Congratulations on earning this...
