Law and Order Oct. 21
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. 25-010956 – 3600 BLK Ringgold Road – Theft – The manager reported observing a suspicious individual placing a large quantity of meat products into her shopping cart. The manager believed the subject intended to leave the store without paying....
Kirsten Duca of Barger Academy of Fine Arts: Educator of the Week for October...
This week we recognize Kirsten Duca, a first-grade teacher at Barger Academy of Fine Arts. Mrs. Duca makes learning fun, creative, and meaningful while building a classroom where every child feels supported and excited to come to school. Congratulations Kirsten Duca, our Educator of the Week!. Nominate a teacher you...
Murder trial begins in 2016 killing of Chattanooga mother
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- After nine long years, the murder of a Chattanooga mother is finally being heard by a jury from Anderson County. This, as the prosecution tries to tie a former Chattanooga gang member to her death. Andre Grier is charged with the 2016 murder of Bianca Horton in...
Festival of Flags to honor local veterans returns to Ringgold in November
RINGGOLD, Ga. — More than 2,000 American flags and memorial crosses will soon line the streets of Ringgold as part of the city’s annual Festival of Flags, honoring Catoosa County’s fallen soldiers and veterans. The patriotic display will begin Nov. 3 and continue through Nov. 17, with...
Chattanooga police get $15K grant for K9 equipment and training after tragic losses
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — The Chattanooga Police Department now has access to grant that will help fund equipment and training for a new K9. This comes after the loss of K9 Diesel and K9 Buck. K9 Diesel received a deadly injury while responding to a domestic call where the suspect...
Food City location re-opens, but East Chattanooga still struggles with food desert issues
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Tuesday we're hearing from some residents in east Chattanooga about their struggles to find healthy and affordable food options. Their concerns come as a Food City on Highway 58 re-opens after months of work to upgrade the grocery store. While the grocery store adds another option...
The Making of a Gentleman 2025
While every Southern gentleman walks a unique path, an underlying dedication and determination fuels each journey. A variety of people, principles, and passions come together to influence us along the way. In their own words, five local men share the experiences and values that have guided them to where they are today.
Happy Manufacturing Month: A peek behind the scenes
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – October is Manufacturing Month, a time to honor the men and women who help build the products we rely on every single day. At Metalworking Solutions in Chattanooga, the celebration began with a powerful moment. Standing together, employees smiled proudly as they shouted, “Happy...
The Family-Friendly (No-So-Scary) Haunted Market Sunday At The Chattanooga Market
This Sunday, the Chattanooga Market will be celebrating Halloween with trick-or-treating and a costume parade for all ages. Market vendors are gearing up for one of their favorite days of the year, ready to greet costumed youngsters with generous candy treats and plenty of delighted 'oohs' and 'aahs.'. The Annual...
Calls for local ballet dancers for the “Nutcracker”
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – It won’t be long til we start hearing those sleigh bells ringing, which means it’s time to get ready for the Nutcracker ballet coming to Chattanooga. On October 21, students age 6 through 17 can audition for a magical part of the Christmas...

















