Four Fire Departments Respond to I-24 Truck Fire
On Thursday, October 9, 2025, at 7:55 p.m., Haletown Fire and Rescue was toned to I-24 eastbound mile-marker 158 for a semi on fire. Jasper Fire and Kimball Fire Departments responded for mutual aid along with Fire Rehab Services. Upon arrival, firefighters found the tractor fully involved and spreading to...
Charges pending against Chattanooga man after police tracked an Air Tag Sunday
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Police say they arrested a man on Sunday after they tracked him down on an Air Tagged stolen bike in Chattanooga. An affidavit we obtained says Chattanooga Police were responding stolen bike report from its owner, who had placed an Air Tag on it. The owner...
Lander Tops Lee 1-0 to Close Non-Conference Slate
CLEVELAND, Tenn. – Christian Hatley headed home a long throw-in in the 70th minute to give the Lander men's soccer team a 1-0 win over Lee in its non-conference finale on Saturday evening at the Ray Conn Sports Complex. After a scoreless first half that saw the Bearcats outshoot...
Halloween Fun Returns to Chattanooga Zoo
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Chattanooga Zoo is bringing the Halloween spirit back with two festive events this October, one for families and one just for adults. Families can enjoy seven nights of Boo in the Zoo, running October 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25, and 31 from 4 to 8 p.m.
Friday Night Rivals! McMinn County vs Red Bank
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — The stats may favor McMinn County, but Red Bank’s got the roar—get ready for a Friday night fight under the lights!. The McMinn County Cherokees hit the road Friday night to face the Red Bank Lions in a non-conference matchup. Kickoff is set for...
USDA to Distribute Rabies Vaccine Baits in Walker County Oct. 21–28
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Wildlife Services will conduct an oral rabies vaccine (ORV) bait distribution in Walker County from October 21 through October 28. The effort is part of a regional campaign to reduce the spread of rabies among wildlife. This fall’s bait drop follows an earlier...
Dade County Lady Wolverines to Host First Round of State Softball Playoffs Wednesday
Dade County Lady Wolverines to Host First Round of State Softball Playoffs Wednesday. The Dade County High School Lady Wolverines will open the first round of the GHSA State Softball Playoffs at home on Wednesday, October 15, hosting Jasper County for a best-of-three series. Game one is set for 3:00...
Wall of the Fallen Ceremony honors lives lost
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Hundreds gathered in Chattanooga to honor those who lost their lives serving in the towing and recovery industry. The annual Wall of the Fallen ceremony, hosted by the International Towing and Recovery Museum, serves as one of the industry’s most meaningful traditions. Families from...
Walker County Maintains High Fire Protection Rating
Walker County has successfully maintained its 3/3Y ISO fire protection rating following an intensive review of fire services in the county’s unincorporated areas and within the city limits of Chickamauga. This classification, awarded by the Insurance Services Office (ISO), is among the highest attainable by fire...
Structure in Catoosa is a complete loss fire
CATOOSA COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) – Just after 5:30p.m., the Catoosa County Fire Department responded to a fire reported at 63 Sunset Drive. According to the Catoosa County PIO, the command staff and multiple volunteers arrived to heavy fire conditions. A fire had erupted in the large, detached building. Despite...