Georgia family’s dream home destroyed by fire weeks before move-in
A family preparing to move into their newly built home is now facing heartbreak after a fire destroyed the large three-story house Tuesday morning in north Georgia.
Pedestrian killed in Bradley County hit-and-run on Highway 64; Witness search underway
BRADLEY COUNTY, Tenn. — A hit-and-run on Highway 64 left one person dead early Wednesday morning, and authorities are now looking for anyone who might have watched it happen. Deputies in Bradley County are investigating the fatal crash that happened around 6:30 a.m. in the 6000 block of Highway...
Cleveland High Senior Colt Maughon accepts appointment to U.S. Naval Academy
From the Chattanoogan: For Colt Maughon, a senior at Cleveland High School, a long-held dream is becoming reality. The standout student and leader has received appointments to the United States Naval Academy, the United States Air Force Academy and the United States Coast Guard Academy. After careful consideration,...
Monday School Threat at Tracy City Elementary Deemed Substantiated
On Monday a potential threat was reported to school administration at Tracy City Elementary over the weekend. Upon receiving the report, school officials immediately began a thorough investigation in coordination with law enforcement. Following the investigation, the threat was determined to be substantiated. In...
‘Full of energy and kindness:’ North Georgia community mourns loss of sixth-grader
A North Georgia school community is grieving the loss of one of its own after the passing of a young student.
Born on This Day in 1938, the Bluegrass Guitar Master Who Has Played With...
On this day (March 10) in 1938, Norman Blake was born in Chattanooga, Tennessee. He is an enormously talented multi-instrumentalist, but is best known for his guitar work. Early in his career, he toured and recorded with Johnny Cash. Later, he joined Kris Kristofferson on the road. His work also appears on Bob...
Chattanooga Zoo Introduces first ever mascot Finnegan
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Our friends at the Chattanooga Zoo are introducing their first ever mascot to the team, and his name is Finnegan. To uphold the zoo’s mission of creating a fun and interactive environment where people can learn about animals, Finnegan can be seen walking around the zoo grounds and...
Walnut Street Bridge restoration enters final stages: Reopening set for late September
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — The restoration of the iconic Walnut Street Bridge has reached its final stages, bringing the project one step closer to reopening in late September 2026. Chattanooga Public Works says crews have officially removed the final containment and painting tarp from Span 1, marking the end of...
Community honors life of Hamilton County Deputy Caleb LeBruno
SODDY-DAISY, Tenn. (WDEF) – Hamilton County Deputy Caleb LeBruno was laid to rest today. Deputy LeBruno was killed last Wednesday night in a motorcycle crash on Brainerd Road. He is remembered for dedicating his life to serving others during their most difficult moments. LeBruno began his career as a...
Family seeks support after house fire
ROSSVILLE, Ga. (WDEF) – On Saturday, a house fire damaged the home of a local family in Rossville, Georgia. Former residents say the fire claimed not only physical and irreplaceable items but also the lives of several pets. One resident says while the loss affects her husband and children,...
