Seasonal Illness or Allergies? The Mystery of the Scratchy Throat
Recently, there has been a surge of people experiencing symptoms such as a scratchy throat and a runny yet clogged nose. Despite these symptoms, many have not developed a fever. This has led to confusion and curiosity about what could be causing these symptoms. A discussion on Reddit has shed some light on possible...
Deputies Recover Vehicle Stolen From Chattanooga in Gaylesville
According to Cherokee County Sheriff Jeff Shaver, over the weekend, deputies went to 540 County Road 125 in Gaylesville to serve an arrest warrant on Nicholas Pannell. Pannell was taken into custody without incident. While on the property, deputies observed a female sitting inside a vehicle. After several...
Heritage High School Student passes away
CATOOSA COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) — According to a statement from Catoosa County Schools, a Heritage High School student passed away on Friday, November 14, 2025. In a statement from Superintendent Chance Nix he said:. “The Board of Education and I appreciate the swift and compassionate response at Heritage High...
Hamilton County Schools recommends adding 5 mental health providers amid concerns
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. — Hamilton County Schools is bringing school-based mental health services back to the board agenda after ending its previous agreement with Centerstone. On Thursday, the Hamilton County Department of Education board will review memorandums of understanding with five companies that a selection...
Chattanooga launches faith-based program to turn church land into affordable housing
Chattanooga is turning to an unlikely source in the city’s ongoing effort to expand affordable housing: houses of worship. The city, in partnership with the Maclellan Foundation, the Community Foundation of Greater Chattanooga, and the Generosity Trust, announced Monday the launch of Enterprise Community Partners’...
Enjoy the holidays guilt-free with Planet Fitness workouts
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The holidays are a stressful time for everyone, but getting a workout in should be the least of your concerns thanks to Planet Fitness. You can find a trainer at any location across the region and enter their ‘Judgement Free Zone.’. They will make...
Suspect charged in Cleveland after gunshot victim found lying in fast food parking lot
CLEVELAND, Tenn. — A man in Cleveland was shot late Sunday night while in the parking lot of a fast-food restaurant, and police say the suspect is now in custody. This happened just before 11 p.m. at the Checkers at 920 25th Street NW in Cleveland. Arriving first responders...
Chattanooga’s Incline Railway celebrates130 years
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – From the first days of early mountain tourism to the modern skyline we see today, the Incline Railway has remained a constant, iconic landmark. Today, one of the world’s steepest passenger railways marks a milestone few landmarks will ever reach. During the celebration, Dylan...
Tennessee’s 10 Biggest Thrift Stores Where $40 Goes a Long Way
Ready to turn forty bucks into a brag-worthy haul? Tennessee’s largest thrift stores pack racks, bins, and aisles with name brands, quirky décor, and home essentials at wallet-hugging prices. From pay-by-the-pound outlets to curated boutiques, these spots reward savvy shoppers with quality finds and unexpected...
Chronic low back pain; easing both the financial and physical burden
Chattanooga, Tenn. — A new national survey commissioned by Boston Scientific reveals that more than 7 in 10 individuals coping with chronic low back pain also grapple with mental health challenges. It includes anxiety, depression, and hopelessness, and it's tied directly to their condition. We had the pleasure of...
