SUMMERVILLE, Ga. (WDEF) — One person was found dead after a devastating house fire in Summerville on Thursday. Firefighters from the Trion Fire Department (TFD) were dispatched to the scene near Lyerly Street and Turner Street. Upon arrival, crews found heavy smoke and flames engulfing multiple sides of the home. Crews launched an aggressive interior…… MORE
RED BANK, Tenn. (WDEF) –On Saturday at 1:30 p.m., Red Bank Police Officers and Hamilton County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a report of a shooting at the Bojangles restaurant located at 2023 Dayton Boulevard. When officers arrived, they discovered a male victim who had been shot. First responders provided initial aid, including applying a tourniquet…… MORE
SODDY-DAISY, Tenn. (WDEF) – Residents at Hawthorne at The Hollow apartment complex claim that over 20 vehicles have been broken into in recent days, leaving them frustrated and searching for answers. Several victims of the break-ins have come together, believing they’ve identified a pattern in the incidents. These car break-ins have left tenants stunned. Jordan…… MORE
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -This February marks National Burn Prevention week, a time to raise awareness about the dangers of burns and how to prevent them in our homes and communities. Burn injuries are more common than you might think—but they are preventable! First responders recommend testing smoke alarms, practicing your escape plan, checking your fire…… MORE
SIGNAL MOUNTAIN, Tenn. (WDEF) — This afternoon, emergency crews launched a rescue operation at Signal Point Trail. Emergency crews launched a rescue operation at Signal Point Trail after a 26-year-old female hiker sustained an ankle injury and was unable to walk. At 4:07 p.m., a hiker on the trail called 911 to report that a fellow…… MORE
Great Smoky Mountains National Park Update: Missing Hiker Found Deceased in Great Smoky Mountains National Park Ann Houghton, a 73-year-old resident of Jackson County, NC, was tragically found deceased on February 2, 2025. Search teams discovered her body approximately a quarter mile off Enloe Creek Trail at 1:53 p.m. The national park describes her passing…… MORE
DALTON, GA (WDEF) – History comes to life this weekend at the Dalton Convention Center as it hosts the annual Chickamauga Dalton Civil War Show. This highly anticipated gathering brings together dealers, historians, and Civil War experts from across the country, showcasing a vast collection of artifacts, weaponry, documents, and memorabilia from one of…… MORE
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The heat is on, and so is the ice, as the 2025 Chattanooga Skillet Curling Competition returns for another thrilling showdown. This one-of-a-kind event, blending Southern tradition with icy competition drawing teams and spectators from across the region. Inspired by the classic winter sport of curling, skillet curling puts a Southern…… MORE
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The March for Life brought together passionate community members and leaders today at Coolidge Park to highlight the value of life and provide resources to expecting parents. The event sought to instill hope while offering tangible alternatives for those navigating difficult decisions during pregnancy. Candy Clepper, President of Greater Chattanooga Right…… MORE
UPDATE: J Mayelo Puentes has been captured and successfully placed into custody. Sheriff Pierce thanks the community for the overwhelming number of tips and assistance. WHITFIELD COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) — The Whitfield County Sheriff’s Office has issued an urgent wanted notice for J. Mayelo Puentes. On February 1 at approximately 7:23 a.m., deputies responded…… MORE
