Motorcycle Rider Airlifted After Collision With Truck in Walker County
WALKER COUNTY, Ga. — A motorcyclist was airlifted to Erlanger Medical Center following a serious crash on GA 136 early Monday morning, according to the Georgia State Patrol. The crash occurred around 7:01 a.m. near mile marker 7. Troopers say a white Ford F-450 hauling a trailer and a black motorcycle were both...
Calhoun man sentenced Tuesday for stabbing girlfriend in Dalton store in 2024
DALTON, Ga. — A Calhoun man who was convicted of attempting to murder his girlfriend in 2024 learned his fate on Tuesday, according to the Whitfield County District Attorney's Office. 68-year-old Terry Lee Chamlee pled guilty to attempted murder after stabbing his girlfriend multiple times inside Roses department...
Air traffic control briefly moved after Chattanooga airport tower suffers storm damage
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Recent storms caused water damage to the roof of the air traffic control tower at Chattanooga Airport. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) tells us that during maintenance, two ceiling panels fell, though no one was hurt. Despite the damage, equipment remains operational, as crews worked...
Preparations at Douglas Dam played key role in Hurricane Helene response
DANDRIDGE, Tenn. (WATE) — One year after Helene devastated parts of East Tennessee, Tennessee Valley Authority is looking back on its role in managing the floodwaters. From September 26-29 last year, Douglas Lake rose more than 21 feet. Douglas Dam stored 182 billion gallons of water, enough to fill 661 Neyland...
Chattanooga man shares how sober DUI changed his life as new law promises accountability
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — We are examining a new law that aims to prevent sober drivers from being charged with DUIs and all the legal fees and repercussions that go along with them. The new law requires the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation to provide a report on sober DUI arrests...
10 Charming Southern Cities To Retire on a Monthly Budget of $1,500 (Or Less)
Retire in the heart of the South without emptying your wallet. Discover the cities where $1,500 a month opens the door to a vibrant, affordable lifestyle.
Won’t you choo choo me home? Washington gets affordable housing inspiration from Chattanooga, Tennessee
A market rate developer in Chattanooga, Tennessee wants to build 42 affordable units in one of the city’s most dynamic zip codes. Washington wants to know how Chattanooga incentivized them to do it. Chattanooga is about the same size as Spokane, and feels a similar urgency around housing. It...
Recovery Happens Together with Hamilton County Coalition
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Hamilton County Coalition invites everyone to their Recovery Happens Together event to celebrate everyone’s recovery journeys, service providers, allies, and more!. The free event will be held on Wednesday, September 24 from 10 A.M. – 4 P.M. at Miller Park. Lunch will be...
City Implements Street Safety Improvements For Drivers And Pedestrians
The City of Chattanooga is moving forward with street improvements to enhance driver and pedestrian safety. Traffic cameras have been installed at Orchard Knob Elementary School and Brainerd High School to help ensure the 15 mile-per-hour school zone speed limit is abided. These school zones have flashing beacons in...
A New Tea Spot Just Opened in Hixson with 20+ Tea Flavors
HTeaO expanded to Hixson with a grand opening. Texas-based HTeaO specializes in freshly brewed iced tea and other refreshing beverages. From year-round favorites like Strawberry Passion to seasonal specials such as Caramel Apple, HTeaO serves a wide range of teas at all its locations. HTeaO Brings Crafted Tea Flavors...

















