Hamilton County weighs policy curbing K-8 screen time, including take-home devices
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Hamilton County Schools is considering a major change to how students use school-issued technology. Under a proposed policy now being reviewed, elementary and middle school students would have limited screen time and no longer be assigned devices to take home. The proposal comes as Tennessee school
1 man charged, another on the loose in Chattanooga shooting that injured bystander
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — One man is facing charges and a second suspect is on the loose in connection to a drive-by shooting in Chattanooga that injured a bystander. An affidavit says Chattanooga Police used surveillance video, witness statements and a Crime Stoppers tip to help them identify Solomon Crutcher and Kavon Gre
New piece of public art is on display in Ringgold
RINGGOLD, Ga. (WDEF) – A new piece of public art is now on display in downtown Ringgold. The 19 foot stainless steel sculpture, “Threaded,” has been installed behind City Hall and is already drawing attention from residents and visitors. The sculpture was created by Chattanooga artist Isaac...
The Search For The Best Tacos In Town Takes Us To Taqueria Emmanuel
This week our search for the best tacos in Chatt Town brought us to Taqueria Emmanuel Food Truck. This food truck is parked next to a small corner store at East 23rd Street and South Holtzclaw. I kept driving by this food truck waiting for the day it would open...
WWII veteran Robert Moore dies at 101: Honored in Cleveland celebration of life
CLEVELAND, Tenn. — 101-year-old World War II Veteran Robert Moore passed away last week. A celebration of life was held for him on Monday morning in Cleveland. He was laid to rest after that at the Chattanooga National Cemetery. His five children and many more family members and friends...
TWRA Confirms New Largemouth Bass Fishing Record
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) has confirmed that a new state record for a Largemouth Bass has been established, breaking the previous mark, which was set more than 11 years ago. Darren Nunley caught the record fish in Nickajack Reservoir on February 28, 2026, that weighed 15 pounds, 7...
AWARE: “Medium” threat for isolated flash flooding today
AWARE: More scattered showers/storms today with the possibility for some locally heavy rainfall in spots. Today (AWARE): (70%) Additional scattered showers and storms with the threat of isolated locally heavy rainfall. Some isolated areas of flooding are possible. High: 83°. Tonight: (30%) Rain will become less likely
Walker County Resident, Former Dade County Jail Administrator Arrested on Felony Charges
A Flintstone, Georgia resident who formerly served as jail administrator for the Dade County Sheriff’s Office has been arrested following an investigation into allegations that county funds were used for personal purchases. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation announced that Joseph William Chambers, 52, of Flintstone in
In Whitfield County, officials face growing resident backlash as data centers expand
WHITFIELD COUNTY, Ga. — As data centers continue to expand in Whitfield County, a growing number of residents are pushing back, arguing the projects threaten the rural character and quality of life of their communities. A recent court order cleared the way for billions of dollars in financing for...
Chattanooga Zoo to host 10th annual Ice Cream Safari
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — On the evening of Saturday, June 13, Chattanooga Zoo will be hosting a sweet event: Ice Cream Safari. They say guests can explore the Zoo while enjoying all-you-can-eat ice cream from local businesses like Ben & Jerry’s, Blue Bell, Mayfield, Dippin’ Dots, The Ice Cream Show, Moonpie and more.
