CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — It’s lights, camera, summer fun! Chattanooga Christian School is once again hosting its long-running Musical Theatre Camp—welcoming students from across the region and beyond. From singing and dancing to costume design and teamwork, this camp is giving kids a full taste of life on stage and a great example of ‘What’s…… MORE
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Three-State Paddle Adventure Begins
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Hundreds of paddlers are dipping their oars into history this week as Paddle Georgia marks its twentieth anniversary with a journey unlike any other. The annual week-long event, considered the largest of its kind in the country, begins on the South Chickamauga Creek in Ringgold, Georgia. But without some extra local…… MORE
Smart Grocery Savings with Amazon
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – As grocery costs climb this summer, many Americans are looking to save. For twenty-two million SNAP households, every dollar counts. Online shopping is helping as nearly four million families used it each month last year. Amazon Access is expanding affordable, healthy food options, especially in underserved areas. Nancy Dalton, Director of…… MORE
First private development tied to Erlanger Park breaks ground
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- As Erlanger Park continues its construction, some of the recent discussion around the surrounding district was when nearby development would begin. Monday, the first of those projects broke ground. An empty lot at 26th and Cowart Streets right off of South Broad Street, will soon be the new Broadview Condominiums. The ceremonial…… MORE
CARTA updates plans to modernize transportation network
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- CARTA gave an update on its plan to modernize its transportation network. They say the goal is to have multiple routes that have a frequency of serving select routes at least every 15 to 30 minutes. Some of the heaviest corridors include Brainerd Road and Broad Street. CARTA wants to create new…… MORE
Two face animal cruelty charges after incident near Rossville
Tabitha Henley ROSSVILLE, Ga. (WDEF) — Two people are facing aggravated animal cruelty charges after their dogs reportedly charged at a realtor showing a home near Rossville. The incident happened on Ridgeland Road, where a realtor called Walker County Animal Control to report several aggressive dogs from a nearby property. The dogs were barking, growling,…… MORE
High-speed pursuit through Dekalb and Jackson counties ends in arrest
Nathaniel Kyle Toney HENAGAR, Al. (WDEF) — A high-speed chase through Dekalb and Jackson Counties ended with an arrest. On Monday, June 16, 2025, a Dekalb County Deputy tried to stop a gray Chevy Tahoe on County Road 85 near County Road 112 in Henagar. The vehicle had no license plate and was speeding. The driver,…… MORE
State agency suggests TBI build new crime lab in Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — A state agency is recommending that the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) build a crime lab in Chattanooga. This is part of a draft report on how to fix a shortage of forensic services across Tennessee. Currently, local police have to ship out evidence to labs in Nashville and Knoxville. However,…… MORE
Traffic stop in Murray County leads to drug bust and arrest
MURRAY COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) — A routine traffic stop turned into a major drug bust Friday after a months-long investigation into illegal drug activity in the area. Narcotics investigators and patrol officers with the Murray County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) pulled over a vehicle Friday, June 13, 2025, as part of an ongoing surveillance operation. The traffic…… MORE
Chattanooga Hosts First Ever DadFest
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Chattanooga celebrated Father’s Day in a big way with a brand-new event honoring the men who’ve made a difference in our lives. This past weekend, Art 120 hosted the first-ever DadFest at the Chattanooga Choo Choo Gardens, bringing families together for a day full of music, memories, and appreciation. From 11…… MORE
