Young advocate organizes local vigil for Charlie Kirk
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Here in Chattanooga, community members gathered at the Riverfront to mourn the loss of Charlie Kirk, a man who lost his life while sharing…
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Young advocate recalls his personal encounter with Charlie Kirk
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Tonight, another vigil was held in Chattanooga to honor the life of Charlie Kirk. The gathering was organized by young conservative Nick Bitzer,…
Vendors showcase at Chattanooga River Market
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Chattanooga River Market was bustling with vendors this weekend along the Tennessee Aquarium Plaza. From homemade crafts to baked goods and unique finds, local entrepreneurs…
Families gather for Chattanooga’s Fun Fair Festival
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Families filled the park this past weekend for the City of Chattanooga’s Early Learning Department Fun Fair Festival. The event featured live music, food trucks,…
19-year-old rescued after fall at Pocket Wilderness
DAYTON, Tenn. (WDEF) - On Sunday afternoon, the Mowbray Volunteer Fire Department responded to the Pocket Wilderness after a 19-year-old male was injured in a fall at the Blue Hole. According to officials, a 911 call came in at…
Fire alarm saves homeowner and home
HARRISON, Tenn. (WDEF) - On Sunday, just before 1a.m., the Highway 58 Volunteer Fire Department was alerted to an automatic fire alarm in a residence in the 7100 block of Bramlett Lane in Harrison. When arriving on scene, units responded…
Prayer at the Mill brought community members together honoring Charlie Kirk
CHICKAMAUGA, GA. (WDEF) - Tonight, local community members gathered in a powerful display of remembrance honoring the life of Charlie Kirk, the conservative advocate who…
First Responder Hero Award: Lt. Wesley Williams
COHUTTA, Ga. (WDEF) - News 12 is recognizing some of the bravest members of our community through the First Responders Hero Award. Whether someone is an EMT, paramedic,…
Captain of the McCaysville Police Department was critically injured
UPDATE: According to the McCaysville Police Department, this afternoon, Timothy Ramsey was taken into custody and booked into the Fannin County Jail. (more…)
Individual deceased after driving into pond due to cardiac arrest
DALTON, Ga. (WDEF) - The MLK Blvd convenience center closed after a medical emergency. On Saturday, around 12:30 PM, a citizen was driving his pickup truck into the Dalton-Whitfield Solid Waste Management Authority’s convenience center at 1920 MLK Boulevard when he apparently…
Walker County school bus crash sends five students to hospital
LAFAYETTE, Ga. (WDEF) - Early this morning at 7:13 a.m., the Walker County Sheriff’s Office received a call reporting that a school bus had struck a…
Meet your favorite Disney character at Boo in the Zoo
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Spooky season is right around the corner, and the Chattanooga Zoo is inviting families to celebrate with Boo at the Zoo. Boo…
Pikeville faces trouble after tests revealed contamination
PIKEVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) - The City of Pikeville is facing serious trouble with state environmental officials after new water quality tests revealed contamination in the Sequatchie River. News 12…
How the community can help prevent SOS Lists at MRHS
MCMINN COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) – This past month, you may have noticed us spending a lot of time with our friends at the McMinn Regional Humane…
NVFC congratulates winners on the $10,000 grants
PIKEVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) – A few weeks ago, it was announced that nine volunteer fire departments in Tennessee were awarded a $10,000 grant. One of the recipients is in…
Former nurse charged and booked on $40,000 bond
WILLIAMSON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - On September 5, 2025, Elizabeth Rainwater, a former nurse charged with impersonating a licensed professional and fraudulently obtaining a controlled substance, was arrested and booked into the Williamson County Jail on a $40,000 bond. On…
Teen arrested at Red Bank vs. Tyner game
Hamilton County, Tenn. (WDEF) - On Friday night, September 5, 2025, Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) deputies were working security at the Red Bank High vs. Tyner High…
Family Justice Center reminds the community about its resources
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - With school now back in full swing and families settling into new routines, the Family Justice Center in Chattanooga is reminding the community…
SBA sets up disaster assistance center inside East Ridge Library
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF) - Today marked the first day the Small Business Administration set up a local disaster assistance center inside the East Ridge Library.…
Suspect apprehended after ramming two patrol cars
Hamilton County, Tenn. (WDEF) – During the early morning hours of September 6, 2025, around 1:45 am, deputies attempted a traffic stop on a white Chevy Impala near the 5400 block of Highway 58. According to the Hamilton County…
Inmate dies after being injured during an inmate-on-inmate assault
Hamilton County, Tenn. (WDEF) – On Friday, September 5, 2025, Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) Corrections personnel assigned to the George Unit responded to an incident in which an inmate was critically injured…
Eight furry friends have until Wednesday to find their family
MCMINN COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - At the McMinn Regional Humane Society in Athens, Tennessee, there are many furry friends looking for their forever homes. What makes…
Nine Tennessee fire departments receive $10,000 grants
PIKEVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) – Nine volunteer fire departments across Tennessee are each receiving $10,000 grants through the State Farm Good Neighbor Firefighter Safety Program, in partnership with the National…
Local tenant calls out housing authority over overgrown lawn
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - One Chattanooga woman says her government housing complex has let her down. Denise Morris, who is visually impaired, says she has been waiting…
Senator Watson breaks down new “Right to Try 2.0” law
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Tennessee State Senator Bo Watson (R–District 11) is drawing attention to a new state law he authored, the Right to Try for…
Serious crash in the 9500 block of Highway 58
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Just in tonight, the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office reports a serious crash in the 9500 block of Highway 58. According to officials, the road is currently closed as authorities remain on…
Community rallies together after historic flooding
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - In the wake of historic flooding in Chattanooga, community members are stepping up to help their neighbors near and far. District 5 Councilman Dennis Clark and…
Fort Oglethorpe family left with nothing after flooding
FORT OGLETHORPE, Ga. (WDEF) - In Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia, one family is left picking up the pieces after floodwaters destroyed everything they owned. Timothy and Lauren Gipson, along…
First Responder Hero Award: Lt. Justin Small
VARNELL, Ga. (WDEF) - News 12 is recognizing some of the bravest members of our community through the First Responders Hero Award. Whether someone is an EMT, paramedic,…
Humane Society needs help to save six dogs from deadly deadline
MCMINN COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - Less than two weeks after rescuing more than 40 Yorkies from a puppy mill, the McMinn Regional Humane Society is…
Faith based film under production in Cohutta
COHUTTA, Ga. (WDEDF) - In Cohutta, Georgia, a new movie is in production titled Set Free. News 12 went behind the scenes to bring you a closer look at what…
Two suspects charged in disturbing case involving children and dozens of animals
MCMINNVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Grundy County authorities are asking for the community’s help after a disturbing case involving children and dozens of animals.…
UPDATE: CPD arrests 64-year-old in Lee Highway homicide
UPDATE (8/28): The Chattanooga Police quickly located and arrested 64-year-old Guster Harfield in connection with a homicide on the 7700 block of…
Wanted man is killed after producing a firearm in attempts to flee
HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn (WDEF) - The TBI special agents are continuing to investigate the circumstances of a Friday morning fatal shooting in Reagan involving the United States Marshals Service. According to the…
Cleveland’s Inman street project earns state recognition
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - City leaders from across Tennessee came together in Chattanooga for the Tennessee Municipal League Conference, a three-day event focused on collaboration, innovation, and celebrating the…
CPD urges Safe Exchange Zone use after teen shot during sale
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - After a 17-year-old was shot while attempting to complete an online transaction arranged through a social media marketplace, the Chattanooga Police…
New Medicare Program offers fully covered dementia caregiving in Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A new Medicare initiative is now providing fully covered caregiving support for individuals living with dementia, including right here in Chattanooga through…
WTCI PBS faces major funding cut
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - One of Chattanooga’s public television stations are facing a significant financial setback. WTCI PBS says a major loss in federal support could impact both local programming…
Jackson man charged with Accessory After the Fact to 1st Degree Murder
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) – On Friday, Special Agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) arrested a Jackson man and charged him with Accessory After the Fact to 1st Degree Murder in connection to the ongoing search for Austin…
17-year-old shot attempting to complete a marketplace meet up
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) is investigating a robbery in the 6500 block of Pine Manor Drive that resulted in one person being shot. On Saturday, around 3:06 p.m., Chattanooga Police Robbery Investigators began interviewing the…