CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – It’s a big step forward in emergency care for working dogs. Life Force Air Medical, part of Erlanger Health System, has made history as Tennessee’s first air ambulance service to offer critical transport for K-9s injured or ill in the line of duty. This expansion ensures that the highly trained…… MORE
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Teacup Yorkie survives hawk attack at Cleveland dog kennel
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) — A small dog in Cleveland apparently survived a wild encounter over the weekend that might end up in court. A Teacup Yorkie was left at a local dog facility while its owners were on a cruise. On Saturday, the attendant let the dog out into the kennel and went next door…… MORE
Federal report blames safety failures in deadly Chattanooga explosion
Molten oxidizing salt erupting from the oxidizing tank / TS USA CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — A new federal report points to major safety failures in a deadly explosion last year at a Chattanooga metal treatment facility. The U.S. Chemical Safety Board (CSB) says the blast at Techniques Surfaces USA (TS USA) on May 30, 2024…… MORE
18-year-old left injured after Ohls Avenue shooting, police investigating
MGN CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Chattanooga police are investigating a shooting that took place on Ohls Avenue. On June 2, 2025 at 8:22 p.m., police were dispatched to the 3500 block of Ohls Avenue. When they arrived on scene, officers found an 18-year-old male suffering from a non-life-threatening gunshot wound. According to the Chattanooga Police…… MORE
Swatting suspect extradited from Romania pleads guilty in federal court
ATLANTA, Ga. (WDEF) — A Romanian citizen has admitted to making “swatting” calls to several American politicians, including Marjorie Taylor Greene. He pleaded guilty in federal court on Monday to threatening dozens of people. “Swatting” is the practice of making fake police calls against individuals just to make police respond. The north Georgia Congresswoman has…… MORE
TVA considering Jackson County location for new pumped storage facility
PISGAH, Ala. (WDEF)- TVA says they’re looking to build a new pumped storage facility in Jackson County, Alabama. This would be located near Pisgah and Flat Rock on the western edge of Sand Mountain and generate up to 1.600 megawatts of energy. This facility would be similar to the Racoon Mountain Reservoir here in Chattanooga,…… MORE
Marion County detective indicted for forgery, official misconduct
MARION COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) — A Marion County detective is facing felony charges following a TBI investigation into alleged document forgery. Special agents launched an investigation into forgery suspicions as requested by District Attorney General Courtney Lynch. Detective Robert Hargis, who served as the Sex Offender Registry Compliance Officer for the Marion County Sheriff’s Office,…… MORE
Bicyclist critically injured after being struck by vehicle in Soddy Daisy
SODDY DAISY, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) responded to a call about a bicyclist being struck Tuesday morning. At 6:00 a.m., June 3, 2025, deputies were dispatched to the incident at 1300 block of Sequoyah Access Road. According to HCSO, a vehicle traveling eastbound on Sequoyah Access Road struck the bicyclist…… MORE
SNTV Boxing | World Boxing apologise for including Khelif’s name in new genetic sex screening policy
FILE: World Boxing apologise for including Khelif’s name in new genetic sex screening policy – Source: SNTV… MORE
Chattanooga seeks public input for the future of recreation
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Public input is essential as the City of Chattanooga looks to shape the next generation of parks, programs, and recreational spaces. City leaders are inviting residents to share their ideas to help create a 20-year plan that reflects the community’s needs and dreams. Jayne Miller, Principal at PROS Consulting, expressed the…… MORE
