First Responder Hero Award: Captain Christopher Blazek
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (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, firefighter,…
14 million doses of fentanyl seized from secret drug lab in Mexico
Mexico's government said Thursday it had seized 14 million doses of fentanyl, the latest major haul in a drive to stem the flow of the powerful opioid into the United States. The Public Security ministry said the drugs were found during raids on…
Zelenskyy says US 30-day waiver on Russian oil sanctions is ‘not the right decision’
PARIS (AP) — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Friday that the U.S. 30-day waiver on Russian oil sanctions amid the Iran war is “not the right decision” and won’t help bring a stop to Russia’s more than 4-year-old invasion of Ukraine. “This easing…
Remembering the Blizzard of '93: Office of Emergency Management says they're prepared
It’s been thirty-three years since the Blizzard of 1993 ravaged the southeast. Local officials say that funding for emergency agencies has greatly increased since…
Toyota recalls 550,000 Highlander SUVs because seat backs may fail to lock
Toyota is recalling roughly 550,000 Highlander SUVs due to a supplier defect that could cause the seat backs to fail to lock properly, increasing the risk of injury. The recall affects Highlander and Highlander…
Key inflation gauge worsened in January, before Iran war lifted gas prices
WASHINGTON (AP) - An inflation gauge closely monitored by the Federal Reserve moved higher in January in the latest sign that prices were persistently elevated even before the Iran war caused spikes in oil and gas costs. Prices rose 2.8%…
Key inflation gauge worsened in January, before Iran war lifted gas prices
WASHINGTON (AP) - An inflation gauge closely monitored by the Federal Reserve moved higher in January in the latest sign that prices were persistently elevated even before the Iran war caused spikes in oil and gas costs. Prices rose 2.8%…
The Rotary Club to host a shoe drive for Soles4Souls
Dr. Edna Varner, David Carroll, and Deb Birdsall join News 12's Chip Chapman to promote donations for their Soles4Souls campaign at the Rotary Club. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Rotary Club will…
Killer Beaz returns with some killer jokes
Comedian Killer Beaz is getting ready to entertain folks in South Pittsburg this weekend. He joins News 12's Chip Chapman before he takes over The Princess Theatre this Saturday. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)…
Is part of the $248 million of unclaimed money yours?
NASHVILLE, Tennessee (WDEF) - The state Treasury Department is reminding us about all the unclaimed money and property in Tennessee. $248,000,000 just since July 1, 2025. You can go to ClaimIt.TN.gov to see if you can claim some of it.…
Last weekend for Girl Scout cookie booth sales
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - This is the last weekend to buy Girl Scout cookies at booths in Chattanooga. They end on Sunday. Of course, you can always order online or get more info at www.iwantcookies.org. Thursday actually marked the anniversary of…
Commission to consider lease with Jailhouse Studios as public continues to raise concerns
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A proposal is now under consideration to turn the old Hamilton County Jail into a television and film studio as…
Quantum Technology Moves Toward Application
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Researchers, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders gathered Thursday at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga for a program focused on quantum technology. The event explored how quantum research…
Infrastructure that supplies the world with oil and gas is at risk
The Iran war threatens some of the world’s most critical oil and gas infrastructure — the pipelines, refineries, and shipping terminals that keep energy flowing from the Persian Gulf region to the global economy. Strikes by Iranian drones and missiles have disrupted…
Man in Hixson apartment arrested for sexual exploitation of a minor
The Hamilton County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) says they have arrested a man on charges of exploitation of a minor. They say on the morning of March 12, 2026, HCSO Criminal Investigations Unit…
Montlake Road to close March 18 and 19 for road work
Montlake Road will be closed from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, and Thursday, March 19, 2026, for continued roadside ditch rehabilitation work, the Office of the Hamilton County Mayor says. The closure will affect Montlake Road…
As pennies begin to disappear, states grappling with "rounding" problem for cash purchases
Months after the last of the United States' one-cent coins were pressed, some states are beginning to offer their own two cents on the penny problem by setting rounding guidance for cash purchases. President Trump…
Google overhauls its Maps app, adding in more AI features to help people get around
Google Maps will depend more heavily on artificial intelligence to help people figure out where they want to go and the best way to get there as part of a major redesign unveiled on Thursday.…
US stocks fall after worries about Iran war briefly send oil back above $100 per barrel
NEW YORK (AP) - U.S. stocks are falling after worries about the war with Iran, with no clear end in sight, briefly sent the price of oil back above $100 per barrel. The S&P 500 sank 0.8% early Thursday and…
Pet passes away during Colemere Drive house fire
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. -- Around 8 a.m. on March 12, firefighters responded to a house fire on the 7700 block of Colemere Drive, where one of the families pets passed away as a result of the fire. Crews found flames…
First week of Iran war cost U.S. over $11 billion, military told lawmakers
The first week of the U.S.' war with Iran cost around $11.3 billion, military officials told members of Congress in a briefing this week, according to sources familiar with the meeting. That figure is a low-end estimate and does not include the…
Trump administration releasing 172 million barrels of oil from strategic reserve as Iran war causes soaring prices
President Trump ordered the release of 172 million barrels of oil from the United States' Strategic Petroleum Reserve on Wednesday, after oil prices rocketed to their highest levels in years amid the U.S.'s war with Iran. The releases will start next week…
Bouffant Salon gets fresh start after over 60 years in business
DUNLAP, Tenn. (WDEF) -- For decades, Bouffant Salon has been a nostalgic stop in Dunlap for haircuts, styles, and conversation. Now after 65 years on Walnut Street,…
Have a colorful spring break with the Creative Discovery Museum
Mackenzie Steele joins News 12's Amelia Greer as CDM gets ready for a busy spring break season! CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Spring break is right around the corner for Hamilton County…