Chatt Prep celebrates first cohort as all graduates accepted into college
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Chattanooga Prep celebrated their first senior class Friday. (more…)
Chattanooga police investigating Tacoa Circle shooting
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Authorities are investigating a shooting that occurred a few days ago on Tacoa Circle. On April 30, 2025 around 7:00 p.m., Chattanooga police responded to the…
Peacock loose in downtown Chattanooga found, returned safely
UPDATE (5/2/2025): The loose peacock has been located and safely returned to the Chattanooga Zoo. The zoo posted on their social media platforms regarding the birds disappearance on…
Dollywood offers free tickets to foster children through new partnership
Dollywood has teamed up with "Every Child Tennessee" and the "Tennessee Dept of Children's Services" to offer free tickets to foster children. The park is offering a one-time complimentary visit for kids accompanied…
Ruth Buzzi, comedy sketch player on groundbreaking series "Laugh-In," dies at age 88
Ruth Buzzi, who rose to fame as the frumpy and bitter…
DeKalb County capital murder suspect in custody in Gordon County, GA
FORT PAYNE, Al. (WDEF) -- A Capital Murder warrant has been issued for Christopher Brayden Jones, 23, of Calhoun, Georgia, in connection to the murder…
Cumberland County woman convicted of animal cruelty, dog Zeus recovers
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A woman in Cumberland County has pled guilty to an animal cruelty charge. On January 17, 2024, the Cumberland County Sheriff's…
Avondale celebrates one full year without a homicide
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Avondale neighborhood in East Chattanooga has historically dealt with violence. (more…)
Inaugural Frazier Festival celebrates the completion of Frazier Avenue
Geno Wallace with the Northshore Merchants Collective joins News 12's Amelia Greer to talk about the first ever Frazier Festival. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Lots of changes are happening in Chattanooga's Northshore…
14th Annual Valley Fest this weekend
Dunlap native and 'Outlaw Gospel' Artist Cody McCarver joins News 12's Chip Chapman as the small town in Sequatchie County gets ready to celebrate the 14th annual Valley Fest. DUNLAP, Tenn. (WDEF)…
Chattanooga Hosts 76th Armed Forces Parade
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Chattanooga is getting ready to roll out the red, white, and blue as the city prepares to host the 2025 Armed Forces Parade and Luncheon this…
Reel Rivals Return to Tennessee
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The world's top bass anglers have cast off in Chattanooga as Major League Fishing's Bass Pro Tour Stage 4 gets underway. From May 1st through the 4th,…
Kohl's fires CEO Ashley Buchanan after investigation into conflicts of interest with a vendor
Kohl's Corporation said Thursday it has fired CEO Ashley Buchanan for cause after an investigation found he had violated the company's conflict-of-interest policies. Buchanan was terminated after an external investigation found that he directed the company to…
Multi-agency pursuit ends in crash and arrest in Hamilton County
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) — A pursuit involving multiple law enforcement agencies ended Thursday morning with a crash and foot pursuit just before the I-75 and…
SharkNinja recalls 1.8 million pressure cookers due to reports of second- and third-degree burns
SharkNinja is recalling 1.8 million pressure cookers due to 106 reports of burn injuries that have sparked more than two dozen lawsuits against the…
Catoosa County man convicted of possessing and distributing child pornography
RINGGOLD, Ga. (WDEF) -- A Catoosa County man has been found guilty by a jury for various sex crimes involving a minor. James Myers made contact…
Rick Davis told to not talk to opposing attorneys in initial court appearance
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Rick Davis made his first court appearance Thursday morning on just one of many charges against him. (more…)
GM recalls nearly 600,000 trucks and SUVs over risk of engine failure
General Motors is recalling 597,630 of its full-size U.S. trucks and SUVs because the vehicles' V8 engines can fail without warning, raising the risk of a crash. Manufacturing defects in the connecting rod and/or crankshaft…
76th Annual Armed Forces Parade on Friday
Retired Navy Captain Mickey McCamish joins News 12's Chip Chapman as they get ready to celebrate 76 years of the Armed Forces Day Parade in Chattanooga. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn.…
Families Demand Action on National Heatstroke Prevention Day
CHATTANOOGA, TN-(WDEF) On National Heatstroke Prevention Day, more than 100 grieving families from across the country joined advocacy group Kids and Car Safety to urge the U.S. Department of Transportation to take swift action to prevent hot car deaths. The…
Bradley County Schools Celebrates Progress and a Bright Future
CLEVLAND,TN(WDEF)-At the annual school address, Bradley County Schools showcased its vision for the future, celebrating key milestones and community support. With $7 million in grants and donations, the district is expanding opportunities for students and investing in long-term success. A…
House Tour Uncovers Animal Cruelty
LAFAYETTE, GA (WDEF) - A disturbing discovery during a house tour leads to serious animal cruelty charges in Walker County. 5 people are now facing over 80 counts after authorities found…
New Store Sparks Economic Growth
HIXSON, Tenn. (WDEF) - A major retailer is breathing new life into the Northgate Mall area in Hixson, bringing with it a big boost to the local economy. The former Sears…
Sales tax referendum floated as response to school budget shortfall
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Hamilton County Commission heard an earful from concerned parents concerning this year’s school budget on Wednesday morning. (more…)