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...
Tennessee Valley Braces for Severe Weather Threat Including Tornadoes, Damaging Winds, and Large Hail
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE — Meteorologists are warning residents across the Tennessee Valley to remain alert this afternoon as forecasters monitor the potential for severe thunderstorms, including tornadoes, damaging winds, and large hail. According to Meteorologist Chris Nunley, a severe weather watch may be issued later...
Chattanooga Zoo Hosting Food Drive, Offering $1 Off Zoo Admission
Throughout the month of November, Chattanooga Zoo is collecting food at their ticket booth that will be donated to the Chattanooga Area Food Bank. Zoo guests are encouraged to bring at least one non-perishable food item per person in order to receive a discount of $1 on each general admission Zoo ticket. The discount...
Catoosa County sets record with 113 roads slated for paving by summer 2026
CATOOSA COUNTY, Ga. — Drivers in Catoosa County can expect smoother rides over the next year and a half. The County Board of Commissioners has approved another 35 roads for paving in spring and summer of 2026, adding to 78 roads already set to be paved by the end of spring, according to a release from Catoosa County...
A Tennessee Christmas Train Ride In Chattanooga!
Nestled in Chattanooga, Tennessee, the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM) is far more than a collection of locomotives and railcars. It’s a living museum—a working preservation railroad where history breathes, whistles, and clatters over steel rails. Founded by rail enthusiasts dedicated to saving the vanishing...
