As of Wednesday, U.S. travelers flying domestically are required to show a Real ID at airport checkpoints. The May 7 deadline for Americans to switch to the federally compliant identification comes after being delayed for more than…
MOUNT NEBO, Wv. (WDEF) -- A local man was killed, and a woman was injured in a crash in West Virginia Monday morning. According to CBS affiliate WSAZ, the local sheriff's office reported the crash…
Catholic cardinal electors from five continents are gathering at the Vatican for the 2025 conclave to select the next pope. The conclave was convening Wednesday afternoon, exactly 16 days after the death of 88-year-old Pope Francis,…
Alison Pryor with the Tennessee Aquarium joins News 12's Amelia Greer ahead of the premiere of a new feature film at IMAX called "Elephants: Giants of the Desert 3D." CHATTANOOGA, Tenn.…
Mackenzie Steele with CDM joins News 12's Amelia Greer as the local attraction gets ready to host a special anniversary event this weekend. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Creative Discovery Museum…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Chattanooga Police Department arrested a suspect in connection with an attempted murder and robbery on East MLK Blvd. on April 22. CPD responded to a report of an active…
CHATTANOOGA,TN (WDEF)- For four years, Megan Johnson believed she was dealing with *diastasis recti*, a common condition involving the separation of abdominal muscles. Her stomach was persistently swollen, and no matter what she tried, the bulging never subsided. Something felt…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The JA Henry Community YMCA is serving up something new, and it’s not just about fitness. Starting today, their brand-new Teaching Kitchen is launching a series of…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - One local high school is being recognized for going above and beyond in preparing students for civic responsibility. Lookout Valley High School is now among…
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Hamilton County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) is investigating an in-custody death. At 4:55 a.m., May 6, 2025, an HCSO corrections deputy requested medical assistance for an unresponsive inmate in the Delta Housing Unit. Upon arrival,…
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A major expansion is coming to Hamilton County's Veterans Service Office, Mayor Weston Wamp announced today. A third Veteran…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Three bronze plaques were stolen from a Chattanooga national military park Sunday. At 12:01 p.m., May 4, 2025, two white males removed three…
Sean "Diddy" Combs, the music mogul accused of sexually assaulting, trafficking and otherwise exploiting women in recurring incidents over multiple decades, is standing trial in New York City this month. Jury selection began Monday, and…
Scott Chase with KZ106 joins News 12's Chip Chapman as he gets ready to host an inaugural golfing event. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Local radio legend Scott Chase with KZ106 is…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - An elite group of young changemakers was honored this weekend at the largest Carson Scholars Fund celebration in the organization’s…
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The East Ridge Police Department (ERPD) is investigating a drive by shooting that occurred at a local hospital. At 4:35 p.m.,…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A Chattanooga gang member charged with killing a mother in 2016 to prevent her from testifying in a murder trial was back…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A former Chattanooga teacher has pleaded guilty to federal charges after investigators say he tried to exploit two students, ages twelve and fourteen. Federal prosecutors say the…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A new change order could raise the cost of restoring Chattanooga’s Walnut Street Bridge by more than $630,000. If approved, that would bring the total renovation…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A local council meeting this week brought renewed attention to the future of children’s health and education in Hamilton County. Presenters introduced two key programs—each aiming to build a…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Chattanooga police are investigating a homicide that occurred on I-24 eastbound near the Westside Drive exit. At 2:57 a.m., May 4, 2025, officers with the…
MURRAY COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) -- A former Murray County bus driver has been arrested by the GBI for grooming a minor. On Thursday, April 24, 2025, the…
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp will not seek the GOP nomination in next year's Georgia Senate race, a key contest for control of Congress' upper chamber…
The Real ID deadline is rapidly approaching. Americans will be required to switch to the enhanced form of identification by Wednesday, May 7,…