Curious critter blamed for power outage in Jasper
JASPER, Tenn. (WDEF) — A widespread power outage in the Jasper area this morning was traced back to an unlikely culprit. A small animal made its way into the Sequachee Valley…
Cleveland Fire Department responds to early morning house fire
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Cleveland Fire Department (CFD) responded to a residential fire early Friday morning. Crews were dispatched to the residence on Truck Street NE.…
National Weather Service confirms EF-0 tornado touched down in Monroe County
UPDATE (5/30/2025): The National Weather Service (NWS) confirmed a tornado touched down in Monroe County Friday morning. Around 8:36 a.m. May 30, 2025, an EF-0 tornado…
Black Hawk used in mock rescue exercise at Fall Creek Falls
BLEDSOE COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A mock rescue exercise was conducted at Fall Creek Falls Thursday. Bledsoe County Emergency Management (BCEM) said TN-HART simulated rescues…
Avengers, Assemble! at AT&T Field this weekend!
The Chattanooga Lookouts continues with their themed games with Marvel Night on Saturday, May 31. Many of your favorite superheroes are swinging onto the field or assembling in the…
Get to know The Little Debbie Muffin Man this weekend!
Charlotte Aldridge with Little Debbie brings her friend the Muffin Man to celebrate the grand finale of 'The Muffin Man Tour' in Collegedale! They're preparing for their grand…
NTSB report released on Chattanooga FedEx plane crash
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The National Transportation Safety Board’s final report for a FedEx Boeing 757 plane crash in October of 2023 has been released. The NTSB…
Strawberries in short supply as season nears end
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- This year has been difficult for Strawberry farmers. The season is about to wrap up and customers are being met with below average amounts…
Fort Payne convicted of assault after altercation at local auto repair shop
FORT PAYNE, Al. (WDEF) -- A Fort Payne man has been convicted of Assault after an incident at Westmoreland Tires. On May 6, 2024, Royce Eugene Lader aggressively confronted employees of the business.…
Georgia state senator Colton Moore considers U.S. Senate Bid
TRENTON, Ga. (WDEF) -- Trenton’s Colton Moore says he is considering running for the United State Senate. Moore is currently the state senator for northwest Georgia. He says if he's elected, he…
Over 100,000 kitchen faucets sold on Amazon recalled due to harmful levels of lead exposure
More than 100,000 kitchen faucets have been recalled because they could lead to dangerous levels of lead exposure according to three separate notices posted Thursday by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Three different faucets models, manufactured…
Victoria's Secret takes down U.S. website after "security incident"
Victoria's Secret has taken down its U.S. website and says some in-store services will also be unavailable as it addresses an unspecified "security incident." A message to customers remained in place of the popular lingerie…
Hamilton County man arrested for theft and vandalism to former Volunteer Army Ammunition Plant
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A Hamilton County man has been arrested after vandalizing and stealing from the former Volunteer Army Ammunition Plant. In the early afternoon of May 28, 2025, authorities observed…
Fall Creek Falls Utility District resolves water problems, clears safety tests
BLEDSOE COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- After a little over 2 weeks of water issues, the Fall Creek Falls Utility District (FCFUD) says they have been…
Tennessee to legalize deer baiting on private land starting in 2026
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Starting next year, deer baiting will be legal in Tennessee, but only on private land. Hunters will have to buy…
Hormel recalls 256,000 pounds of canned beef stew over wood fragments
Hormel Foods Corporation is recalling over 256,000 pounds of canned beef stew nationwide due to potential contamination with wood fragments, according to federal health officials. In a recall notice posted Wednesday, the U.S. Department of Agriculture's…
Tennessee man pleads guilty after asking 14-year-old for sex in Georgia
CATOOSA COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) -- A Tennessee man recently pleaded after asking a minor for sex in Georgia. Brandon James McGarvey-Rogers used the mobile messaging…
United Airlines and JetBlue strike deal that will impact fliers' points, return United to JFK airport
JetBlue and United Airlines on Thursday announced a new partnership that will allow frequent fliers to earn and use points on both airlines and also swap slots at New York area airports. As part of…
Heaps of Banana Pudding at the Collegedale Commons this weekend
Tiffany Miller with Charlotte Grace Events brings local vendor Rose Murphy 'The Lunch Lady' to visit the News 12 studio with delicious banana pudding. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Banana Pudding…
Advocating for the Future of Head Start in Tennessee
Washington For sixty years, Head Start has been a cornerstone of support for families across the United States—especially in Tennessee. Providing early childhood education, health services, and family support, the program has served as a crucial foundation for millions of…
Skate Station Rolls Back Into Chattanooga’s Historic Choo Choo Dome
CHATTANOOGA, TN. (WDEF)— It’s time to lace up your skates and roll back through time, because one of the city’s most beloved retro experiences is making a dazzling comeback. Skate Station has officially returned — and it’s bringing new energy…
Elon Musk is leaving the Trump administration after leading effort to slash federal government
By CHRIS MEGERIAN ASSOCIATED PRESS WASHINGTON (AP) — Elon Musk is leaving his government role as a top adviser to President Donald Trump after spearheading efforts to reduce and overhaul the federal bureaucracy. His departure, announced Wednesday evening, marks the end of a turbulent chapter…
Trial of former elementary teacher charged with child sex abuse begins
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