Tariffs raise artificial tree prices as Chattanooga offers recycling option for real ones
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn — As Christmas decorations come down across the area, the City of Chattanooga is reminding residents there is a free option for getting rid of live Christmas trees. But this year, the post-holiday cleanup comes with a bigger economic conversation attached. Americans still tend to prefer artificial...
Chattanooga Parks and Outdoors Announces NYE Celebration Lineup
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Chattanooga Parks and Outdoors has announced the 2026 New Year’s Eve celebration lineup that will occur at Coolidge Park on December 31. The event will take place from 4 p.m. to midnight and feature kids activities along with a firework celebration. The celebration is free...
Food City – Big savings for the New Year!
James took a stroll through Food City to check out all the deals they’ve got lined up for ringing in the New Year—and let me tell you, there’s plenty to smile about!. From party snacks and fresh produce to all the fixin’s for your holiday spread, Food City is making it easy to celebrate without breaking the bank.
Post-Holiday Shoppers Hit the Mall in Search of Deals
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF) – Even though Christmas has passed, shoppers returned to the mall Monday, taking advantage of post-holiday sales and exploring bargains across stores. From the moment the doors opened, walkways filled with people moving from store to store. Many retailers offered discounts on clothing, shoes,...
Chattanooga fire department thanks blue shift firefighters with holiday visit
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Fire Department recognized its Blue Shift firefighters for their continued service by visiting fire stations to show appreciation for those working on the holiday. According to the department, members of the command staff delivered cookies to stations as a gesture of support and...
Taco restaurant closes its doors after nearly 12 years serving Chattanooga’s Northshore
A restaurant on Chattanooga's Northshore has closed its doors for good. According to a Facebook post from the restaurant, Taconooga shut down on Dec. 26. The announcement comes nearly 12 years after the restaurant's grand opening, which was in March of 2014. Taconooga is in the same building on Frazier...
Inmate Dies in HCSO Custody
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) is investigating an in-custody inmate death. On Friday, December 26, 2025, at approximately 3:00 a.m., Corrections Deputies discovered an unresponsive inmate during a welfare check in the Bravo housing unit, according to the HCSO. CPR and life-saving...
Tennessee woman arrested for forging check
Union Township, Pa. — A 28-year-old woman from Tennessee was arrested for allegedly forging a check belonging to a Snyder County business owner. Dominique R. Jarrett of Chattanooga was arraigned on Dec. 22 on a felony charge of forgery through the office of District Judge Bo Trawitz. Bail was set at $75,000. Trooper...
Chattanooga police participate in annual Forgotten Child Fund Santa Train event
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department took part in the Forgotten Child Fund’s annual Santa Train event, an initiative aimed at delivering gifts to children across the region. According to the department, officers joined community volunteers to help distribute presents as part of the long-running...
Animals, including reptiles, rescued from north Georgia house fire
Several animals were rescued from a house that caught fire in north Georgia on Christmas Day, officials said.
