Billy Dewayne Massengale MARION COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Marion County Sheriff’s Department (MCSD) is searching for a man that has been charged with aggravated assault. MCSD released a wanted poster for 48-year-old Billy Dewayne Massengale. Massengale has currently been charged with Aggravated Assault and False Imprisonment. He is a white male, 6 feet tall,…… MORE
Riverfront Nights / TVFCU & Friends of the Festival CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — It’s official, Riverfront Nights is returning to Ross’s Landing this summer. Starting May 31, 2025 through August 30, 2025, patrons can see several free music series on the riverfront. Activities will being at 4:00 p.m., and Riverfront Parkway will be closed between…… MORE
Courtesy: Haletown VFD HALETOWN, Tenn. (WDEF) – Around 3 P.M. on Monday, Haletown Fire and Rescue responded to a brush fire on Shellmound Road. While on the way to the scene, they were informed of a camper and out building in the path of the fire. Upon arrival, the bank was fully engulfed and the…… MORE
Chattanooga, Tenn. (WDEF) — Today, the Lifestyle Center of Benton welcomed community members for a ‘Day of Hope’ event, part of a statewide effort to support those struggling with mental health and substance use challenges. The event featured interactive stations, overdose prevention training, and resources to promote healing and resilience. Tennessee’s annual Day of Hope,…… MORE
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Chattanooga Neighborhood Enterprise, or CNE Homes, is on a mission to make homeownership more attainable for working families by building affordable, move-in-ready modular homes. The dream of homeownership is slipping further out of reach for many in Chattanooga, with the median home price now at $340,000. However, Chattanooga Neighborhood Enterprise is…… MORE
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) – Passing a bill can be an intimidating process for even the most seasoned lawmaker. Students at Skyuka Hall recently got a lesson in legislation at the Tennessee State Capitol. Their Youth in Government Delegates presented and defended their bills in front of more than 500 of their peers. What happened next…… MORE
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The last defendant in a 2016 murder of a Chattanooga mother was back in court Monday. Bianca Horton was looking to get justice for her baby daughter, Zoe, after she was paralyzed in a 2014 shooting where she was caught in the crossfire. Andre Grier walking into his hearing on Monday. She…… MORE
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – A major development proposed for Missionary Ridge faces strong opposition from neighbors who say it’s too dense for the area. The Doolittle Farms project, which would add more than 1,700 housing units to a forested hill between Tunnel Boulevard and South Chickamauga Creek, was the focus of a rezoning hearing today. …… MORE
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – This afternoon, Chattanooga’s Chief of Police, John Chambers, addressed the Hamilton County Pachyderm Club to discuss progress and ongoing problems. Chief Chambers has served with the CPD for over 25 years and served as Assistant Police Chief before his unanimous confirmation as Chief of Police in September by the Chattanooga City…… MORE
DALTON, Ga. (WDEF) — Dalton Police have arrested 53-year-old Philip Kevin McKinley in connection to a sexual assault case. Philip Kevin McKinley A report was filed with the Dalton Police Department (DPD) on February 12, 2025 by a woman who was performing community service as part of her probation at the Dalton Convention Center. The…… MORE
