Motorcycle pursuit ends in arrest of suspect already out on bond in Cherokee County
CHEROKEE COUNTY, Nc. (WDEF) -- An arrest was made after Cherokee County authorities were involved in a pursuit that crossed into Tennessee.…
Sanders found guilty of all charges in child sex abuse trial
UPDATE: Hamilton County District Attorney Coty Wamp issued a statement on the verdict in the Duane Sanders trial late Thursday evening.…
Car backs into Hixson home, no injuries reported
HIXSON, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A car accidentally crashed into a home in the Hixson area Thursday evening. The incident occurred around 5:20 p.m. on June 5, 2025 in…
Wanted suspect arrested after pursuit ends near Amnicola Highway
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A man wanted out of Rutherford County was taken into custody Thursday afternoon after a police chase ended near the Chattanooga Navy…
Chattanooga Leaders Thank State for Riverfront Investment
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF)- Community leaders gathered at Ross’s Landing Thursday to thank Governor Bill Lee and state lawmakers for committing $15 million in the state’s 2025–2026 budget to transform…
Two people arrested after authorities discover 10 pounds of marijuana
FORT PAYNE, Al. (WDEF) -- Two people were arrested after a drug investigation by the Dekalb County Drug Task Force. On May 28, 2025 agents searched a home on County Road 784. Authorities arrested Amanda Rhea Murphy and…
Large tree falls, blocks Highway 27 in Sale Creek
SALE CREEK, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A tree fell across Highway 27 Thursday morning, hitting a car and blocking traffic. The 70-foot tree came…
TBI investigating Sweetwater officer involved shooting
SWEETWATER, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) is investigating an officer involved shooting in Sweetwater. On Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at 12:55 a.m., Monroe County deputies were dispatched to a residence in…
Eversole responds to criticism over planned school budget meeting
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Hamilton County Commission Chairman Jeff Eversole responded to criticism over a planned meeting concerning this year’s school budget. (more…)
Crews on scene of major water main break on South Holtzclaw Avenue
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Crews are on the scene of a significant water main break on South Holtzclaw Avenue. A portion of South Holtzclaw…
State no longer considering Eastdale site for new mental health facility
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - A potential controversy over the location for a new mental health facility in our area has taken a turn. The state is looking…
1% Lists Scenic City taking stress away during peak real estate season
Eric Tidmore with 1% Lists Scenic City joins News 12's Amelia Greer to remind home buyers and sellers of the services available. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - June is a busy…
Traffic stop in Scottsboro leads to drug arrest
SCOTTSBORO, Al. (WDEF) -- A man was arrested Thursday after a traffic stop led to a drug investigation. On June 5, 2025, Scottsboro police pulled over a vehicle near Cedar Hill Drive. The driver,…
Ringgold man arrested after child exploitation investigation
RINGGOLD, Ga. (WDEF) — A man was arrested in Ringgold after a child exploitation investigation. The Catoosa County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) searched a home on Mason Drive on June…
HunterGirl to perform for Freedom Sings USA concert
Angela Hunt with Freedom Sings USA joins News 12's Chip Chapman to preview a benefit concert supporting veterans. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Freedom Sings USA is hosting a benefit concert to…
Closing arguments held as jury now deliberates Duane Sanders case
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A Hamilton County jury is now deciding the fate of a former first grade teacher accused of…
Crews respond to car hauler fire on I-24 westbound
MARION COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) — Fire crews were called to the scene of a semi-truck fire on I-24 Westbound Wednesday morning. The truck was hauling…
Hamilton County attorney permanently disbarred by state supreme court
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Tennessee State Supreme court has permanently disbarred a local attorney from practicing law in the state. Alan Christopher Norton agreed to give up his law license after admitting he…
Spirit Airlines Takes Off in Chattanooga with First-Ever Nonstop Flights to Newark and Orlando
CHATTANOOGA, TN-(WDEF) — With yellow balloons, boarding passes in hand, and excitement filling the terminal, Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport celebrated a major milestone this week. Spirit Airlines has officially launched its first-ever nonstop flights from the Scenic City, connecting travelers directly to…
Driving Our Economy Forward: Tiny Tigers Learning Center
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- It's a preschool that puts the safety of children first. Tiny Tigers makes sure children are prepared academically for kindergarten. Tonight, we are learning how…
Tomato recall affecting multiple states elevated to highest risk warning by FDA
A tomato recall affecting three southern states has been upgraded to a Class I recall, the most severe warning by the Food and Drug Administration. The recall was first announced in May over potential salmonella contamination. Class I is…
Ground beef with possible E. coli distributed nationwide, including to Whole Foods, USDA says
Ground beef that was distributed nationwide may be contaminated with E. coli, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service. In a public health alert issued Wednesday, the agency said the one-pound, vacuum-packed packages…
Commissioner says he's heard talks about Rivermont remaining open, mayor refutes
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Hamilton County Commission approved the next step of a future Hixson school. (more…)
Chattanooga caregiver indicted for exploiting vulnerable adult
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A Hamilton County woman is facing forgery and financial exploitation charges following an investigation conducted by the TBI. In January of 2025, the Department…