After house fire levels his East Ridge home, community gives long-time umpire hope again
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. — An umpire in East Ridge nearly lost everything to a house fire. We learn how his community made sure he did not face the loss alone on this week's Pay It Forward. The softball field at Camp Jordan is usually buzzing with energy. Girls are...
10-year-old drowns at Big Soddy Creek Gulf due to rain-swollen currents on Memorial Day
SODDY DAISY, Tenn. — Rough, fast-moving water at Big Soddy Creek Gulf caused a 10-year-old to drown on Memorial Day, according to Soddy Daisy Police. Hamilton County emergency officials say the child went underwater while swimming and got stuck under rocks, prompting a large emergency response in the area.
Traffic delays on interstate 24 westbound after crash at ridge cut
Chattanooga, TN – Last week, westbound lanes of Interstate 24 experienced significant traffic delays following a crash at the Ridge Cut in Chattanooga. The Chattanooga Police Department reported that the incident impacted traffic flow through the westbound corridor, leading to congestion during peak travel conditions.
Storm damage reported in Hixson after tree falls on home during severe weather
Chattanooga, TN – Stormy weather on Sunday night (May 24, 2026) led to multiple emergency calls across the Hixson area, including a reported incident where a tree fell onto a home in the 2700 block of Hamill Road. The Chattanooga Fire Department said Battalion Chief Carlos Hampton documented the...
These TN cities have some of the most overpriced homes in the U.S., analysis...
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Three Tennessee cities have made a list ranking places in the U.S. with the most overpriced homes. The new report from MoneyLion found that in some U.S. cities, like Santa Maria, Cali., homes are priced about 60% over their value. “MoneyLion found the 50 most overpriced...
Memorial Day rain sticks around Chattanooga area this week with flooding concerns possible
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — If you are spending Memorial Day outdoors, keep the umbrella nearby. Our StormTrack 9 team says Monday will not be a washout, but they expect scattered showers and storms to get more common later in the day, especially around lunchtime and again near dinner time. A...
Several families displaced after Marina Pointe apartment fire
HIXSON, Tenn. (WDEF) – On Sunday, at 7:22 PM the Chattanooga Fire Department (CFD) responded to the Marina Pointe Apartments at 5750 Lake Resort Drive after 911 received reports of smoke coming from the roof of one building in the complex. According to CFD, a lightning strike is believed...
Car partially submerged in rising floodwaters
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – News 12 was on the scene just outside Finley Stadium on 20th Street, where a car became partially submerged in rising floodwaters. While on scene, we spoke with the Chattanooga Police Department, who stated there were no injuries and that the driver was able to safely return home.
Silent Disco SK8 Night Brings One-Of-A-Kind Music, Movement, And Fun To Collegedale
Get ready to roll, dance, and glow at the Silent Disco SK8 Night with Collegedale Parks and Recreation. Families and friends of all ages are invited to experience a one-of-a-kind skate and dance party. Participants who are 8 and older will have the opportunity to try out our wireless glowing...
2nd Annual Cleveland Honeybee Festival on Jun 13, 2026
The 2nd Annual Cleveland Honeybee Festival is a vibrant, family-friendly community event celebrating honeybees, pollinators, and local agriculture. Hosted in downtown Cleveland on Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., the festival features live music, artisan vendors, food trucks, and interactive educa
