Dade County Commission Recap: Proclamations, SPLOST Tech Upgrade, Animal Code Rewrite, 90-Day Solar Pause
TRENTON, Ga. — The Dade County Board of Commissioners covered a full slate at Thursday’s workshop and regular meeting, approving proclamations, advancing capital equipment plans, updating ordinances, and hearing from citizens on inspections and upcoming community events. Proclamations & Community Involvement. The...
Coming soon: Multimodal family park to replace Chattanooga skate, dog park
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — The City of Chattanooga announced that renovations are coming to two well used recreational areas on Monday. ChattTown Skatepark and Chew Chew Dog Park will officially close on November 10th and construction will begin immediately. A release from the Chattanooga City Council approved a $4.4...
One injured, one in unknown condition after shooting at Highway 58 Bojangles
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — At least one injury is confirmed after witnesses say a shootout happened at a Bojangles in Chattanooga on Sunday evening. Police scanner activity indicated that a person had been shot on Highway 58. Several calls about heavy police presence at the Highway 58 Bojangles prompted us...
Georgia teacher, coach dies in house fire
A house fire has left a Georgia community mourning the loss of a beloved teacher while his family receives treatment for their injuries.
RECAP: Mocs “Battle” Their Way to Win in Home Finale
The Chattanooga Mocs rolled to a 45-28 win over the Furman Paladins Saturday afternoon at Finley Stadium. The Mocs used a fantastic freshman debut from Battle Alberson who set the school freshman record for total offense and controlled an offense that controlled the game in the win. First Word. "Our...
Hamilton County Fair Highlights Fun
SALE CREEK, Tenn. (WDEF) – The 2025 Hamilton County Fair took over McDonald Farm in Sale Creek this weekend, offering rides, live music, contests, and attractions for the whole family. One of the biggest moments today was the pie-eating contest, where participants went head-to-head and the winner was awarded...
Festival of Trees Supports Mothers
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) – As Halloween decorations come down, Christmas is already making its way to Cleveland. Preparations are underway for the 5th Annual Festival of Trees, hosted by Foundation House Ministries. The Cleveland-based nonprofit provides housing, life-skills training, and recovery programs for mothers...
Community walks to raise awareness for Epilepsy in Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The community came together this weekend to walk for a cause that impacts one in every 26 Americans. The Epilepsy Foundation of Southeast Tennessee hosted its annual Chattanooga Walk for Epilepsy at Tennessee Riverpark. Funds raised help provide programs such as art therapy, prescription...
Municipal Court Docket Nov. 10
The following people are scheduled to appear in East Ridge Municipal Court on Monday, November 10. Court is held at City Hall on Tombras Avenue and begins at 1:30 p.m. Jason Brown – 1st Degree Murder, Especially Aggravated Robbery. Sarah Carpenter – Criminal Trespass. Bailey Davis – Criminal...
CPD arrests two suspects from the glass street shooting
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) has arrested two suspects in connection with a non-fatal shooting that happened on Friday, November 7, 2025 in the 2300 block of Kirby Avenue. According to CPD officers, around 12:50 p.m. they responded to a report of a fight in...

















