Residents petition against proposed data center in Jailhouse Studios
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Last week, a new project was presented that some say would give an economic boost to downtown Chattanooga at the Hamilton County Commission. Proposed by Urban Story Ventures, Jailhouse Studios would turn the former downtown jail into a music, film, and art studio. It would also bring...
Walker County Animal Shelter extends euthanasia deadline
WALKER COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) – The director of the Walker County Animal Shelter says euthanasia lists are created when the shelter reaches critical capacity. She explains that many animals have already been placed. “We’re super grateful that a lot of the animals have already left,” the director shared. “We...
Bennett Road Man Charged with Rape of Minor
An East Ridge man, along with his mother, were charged on Tuesday with various crimes in regard to an incident stemming from August of last year. According to Hamilton County Jail booking reports, Tyrell Wilson, 25, of a Bennett Road address, was booked into the facility on Jan. 13 on charges of Aggravated Rape,...
River City Company To Recruit New Retail Businesses And Restaurants To Downtown
River City Company, the economic development engine for Downtown Chattanooga, announced today a strategic partnership with Retail Strategies, a national leader in retail recruitment and economic development consulting. This collaboration will focus on bringing new retail and restaurant businesses to Downtown...
Power struggle: Chattanooga condo’s electric vehicle ban ignites controversy
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — A garage fire in Chattanooga’s Northshore is now at the center of a legal fight, with some residents suing their own condominium board after leaders moved to shut down electric vehicle charging inside the building. That move came after the city’s first large scale response...
Georgia confirms first bird flu case of the year
An outbreak last February led to a statewide suspension of all poultry activities.
How 1885 Grill Turned Visitors Into Regulars Across Chattanooga, TN
Discover 1885 Grill, Chattanooga’s St. Elmo gem where coastal flavors meet juicy burgers in a historic neighborhood vibe. 🍔🌊. This southern coastal eatery crafts fresh seafood and grilled delights that keep tables buzzing. Opened in 2013, 1885 Grill draws crowds with bold bites and community spirit. How 1885...
Chickamauga Man Arrested After Pursuit, Crash Injures Several on Battlefield Parkway
A Chickamauga man was taken into custody Friday night, January 9, after a police pursuit ended in a serious crash on Battlefield Parkway, according to the Georgia State Patrol. The pursuit began when deputies with the Catoosa County Sheriff’s Office attempted to stop a Chevrolet Cruze and requested assistance from...
Memorial Hospital Unveils State-Of-The-Art North Georgia Health Care Facility
CommonSpirit Health is proud to announce the grand opening of the new CommonSpirit - Memorial Hospital - North Georgia, a 180,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art facility at 4710 Battlefield Parkway in Ringgold. The new hospital opened January 11, 2026 representing a significant step forward in delivering accessible,...
Scam Alert from the Sequatchie County Sheriff’s Office
The Sequatchie County Sheriff’s Department has recently learned of a phone scam targeting some individuals in the area. The caller states that they have important legal information to discuss with you, and then falsely assured that a warrant has been issued and demands payment of bond money to avoid arrest.
