Chattanooga mother still searching for answers 5 years after lead cleanup in her yard
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn — We're catching up with a family in Chattanooga's Southside years after they learned their property tested for high-levels of lead. The mother of the family tells us she has some of the same concerns now that she was carrying nearly five years ago. The EPA is...
Astec IntelliPac Now Tracks RAP and Aggregate Moisture
Among the equipment and new technologies to be displayed at CONEXPO-CON/AGG next month, Astec Industries, Chattanooga, will offer information on the Astec IntelliPac™ aggregate moisture system, which provides visibility into virgin aggregate—and now RAP—moisture levels. At the heart of the system is its carefully...
Reading readiness: UTC graduates two kindergartners as part of the literacy pilot program
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — UTC’s new literacy pilot program is underway, with its first two successful kindergartens to graduate. Part of the pilot program includes five UTC undergraduate students who complete a one-year program at Brown Academy. We spoke with the literacy director about how this new program is...
City of Fort Oglethorpe Hiring Full-Time Parks Maintenance Employee
The City of Fort Oglethorpe is seeking a dedicated individual to join its Parks and Recreation Department as a full-time Parks Maintenance team member. This position plays a vital role in maintaining the city’s parks, grounds and facilities, helping ensure Fort Oglethorpe remains clean, safe and welcoming for...
Movies and TV shows casting in Chattanooga
The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures attention starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of that...
Law and Order Feb. 25
The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. 26-01696 – 3400 BLK Crabtree Drive – Attempted Fraud – Police spoke with a resident who stated that she received a phone call from an individual claiming to work for Apple. The Apple employee asked for her banking information and inquired...
Rain and even some thunder through Thursday
Rain becomes more widespread through Thursday Morning from north to south. Rain and even some embedded thunderstorms Thursday Morning through Midday and early afternoon. Severe storms are not expected at this time, but the heavy downpours could be disruptive to travel the first half of the day. Rainfall amounts...
Askins Brothers Murder Trial Continues
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The murder trial of Samuel Askins and Caleb Askins continued in Hamilton County Criminal Court as prosecutors presented more evidence and testimony in the case related to a deadly shooting on Maryland Street in North Chattanooga in August 2023. Police say officers responded to a...
Ruling denies former Chickamauga mayor’s challenge, allowing removal process to proceed
CHICKAMAUGA, Ga. — The Superior Court of Walker County has denied a legal challenge filed by former Chickamauga Mayor Trey Deck, who sought to block a scheduled public hearing regarding his removal from office. In an order issued Tuesday, the court rejected Deck’s challenge to the constitutionality of the...
Heating lamps cause Wheeler Avenue house fire
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Heating lamps for an exterior dog kennel caused a house fire in East Chattanooga on February 25. At 12:31 p.m., Red Shift companies responded to the 1500 block of Wheeler Avenue and found smoke and flames coming from the side of the residence, according to the Chattanooga Fire Department (CFD).
