Protesters Show Out to Miller Park
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Democracy in Action took center stage in Chattanooga today, as community members gathered at Miller Park to protest various issues and the future of democracy in…
Walnut Street Bridge renovation set to begin
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Chattanooga’s iconic Walnut Street Bridge is set to undergo a major reconstruction, with work officially beginning in just one month. While pre-construction preparations start today, pedestrians…
$38 million bond sought by Californian developer for 200 unit low-income housing complex
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A new low-income apartment complex could soon be built right off of Signal Mountain Boulevard. (more…)
New development planned for former East Ridge Food City shopping center
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF)- An old shopping center could soon become a hub in East Ridge. (more…)
What's Right With Our Schools, Loftis Middle School Outdoor Learning Space
LAKESITE, TN (WDEF) - Students at Loftis Middle School know that the great outdoors are a great place to learn. They are committed to developing…
Stay weather aware for all types of storms
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Flooding, Severe Thunderstorms, Winter Storms, and Tornados all impact our area. But how can you stay weather aware? Staying ready and informed of…
CPD arrests juvenile suspect in connection to McCallie Avenue shooting
UPDATE (2/19/2025): Chattanooga police have arrested a juvenile in connection to the McCallie Avenue shooting on Saturday. A preliminary investigation conducted by CPD's homicide unit confirmed the 23-year-old victim was the intended target of the…
One man dead after gas station shooting on Brainerd Road
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Chattanooga police have confirmed one person died in a shooting incident last week on Brainerd Road. Officers with the Chattanooga Police…
Delta plane flips over while landing in Toronto from Minneapolis, officials say
Emergency crews are responding to a crash involving a Delta Air Lines plane that arrived Monday at Toronto Pearson Airport from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, ultimately…
One person dead in fatal Ashland Terrace crash, police say
UPDATE (2/19/2025): Chattanooga police have confirmed one person died in a fatal accident on Ashland Terrace Monday afternoon. Officers with the Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) responded…
Got a $1,400 rebate text from the IRS? It's a scam, Better Business Bureau warns.
If you get a text claiming you're due a $1,400 stimulus check from what looks to be the IRS, don't click on any links. The text is most certainly a scam, as the federal agency…
Pope Francis to remain hospitalized as respiratory infection presents "complex clinical picture"
Rome — Pope Francis' respiratory tract infection is presenting a "complex clinical picture" that will require further hospitalization, the Vatican said Monday as concern grew about the increasingly frail health of the 88-year-old pontiff. Vatican spokesman Matteo…
"Life-threatening cold" to grip central U.S., forecasters say, after deadly flooding in Southeast
Harsh weather moved west on Monday as a polar vortex was expected to grip the Rockies and northern Plains after winter storms pummeled the eastern U.S. over the weekend, killing at least 10 people, including nine…
Union Gospel Mission aiming to raise $75K for their 75 years of service
Rev. Jon Rector with Union Gospel Mission joins News 12's Amelia Greer to talk about their first banquet to celebrate their 75th anniversary. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The 75th anniversary of…
Possible homeless encampment fire spreads to surrounding woods
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Around 3:30 p.m., Hamilton County 911 began receiving reports from drivers who spotted smoke and flames in the area of Cherokee Boulevard and West…
Dunlap fire on Rankin Avenue
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - In Dunlap, the Fire Department responded to a call about a fire on Rankin Avenue. The alarm was triggered by a piece of cooking equipment. Firefighters arrived…
LaFayette Police Department is asking for the community’s help
LAFAYETTE, Ga. (WDEF) -In LaFayette, the Police Department is asking for the community’s help in identifying the person in these photos. The subject is reported to be operating a light-colored, two-door passenger car. If you have any information…
Chattanooga Celebrates Black Musical Legacy
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - This afternoon was an afternoon filled with history, harmony, and heartfelt performances as Chattanooga State hosted “Our Stories, Our Songs, Black Artists Unite.” The event featured a…
A Lifetime of Love: Babs and Carl Winton 68-Year Journey Together
For Babs and Carl Winton, love isn’t just a word—it’s a way of life. Married for 68 years, the couple has seen and experienced it all, growing old together and building a life filled with laughter, memories, and unwavering commitment.…
The Chattanooga Boat Show is in town
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Chattanooga Boat Show is back, offering buyers the chance to shop, compare, and save thousands on a new boat purchase. This year's show will…
Chattanooga Zoo's annual Valentine's Day celebration
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Chattanooga Zoo hosted its annual Valentine's Day celebration, Hearts and Hisses. This family-friendly event gave guests the chance to participate in a zoo-wide scavenger hunt,…
Chattanooga Black History Chorale to Debut First-Ever Concert Celebrating African American Music
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) Black History Month is here, and the Chattanooga Black History Chorale is preparing for a special concert celebrating the history of…
HCSO responded to school threat against Brainerd High School
UPDATE: The firearm used in the incident has been recovered. The student has been arrested. No further details are available at this time. …
What will reciprocal tariffs mean for Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Thomas Fellows is a local economic commentator and believes these new tariffs will hurt Chattanooga businesses, especially the automotive industry. Fellows says, “If you look…