Roadway collapses in Polk County leading to emergency closure
POLK COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Polk County 911 Emergency Communication District is warning drivers to…
Honoring Dr. Fannie Hewlett: A Trailblazer in Black History Month
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- This Black History Month, we honor trailblazers who broke down barriers and reshaped history. One such individual is Dr. Fannie Hewlett, whose…
Mayor Tim Kelly Votes as Early Voting Opens for Chattanooga’s Municipal Election
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Early voting for the City of Chattanooga Municipal Election began today. One of the first to cast their ballot was…
Driving Our Economy Forward: Catoosa 911 Center
CATOOSA COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) --Dispatchers at the Catoosa County 911 center work tirelessly to help those in need. Employees at the center strive to have a standard of excellence…
Mayor Wamp discusses county level DOGE, responds to pastor after controversial sermon
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Tuesday, we spoke with the pastor of Greater Second Missionary Baptist Church, Dr. Steve Caudle, whose sermon went viral after controversial…
Realtors, Homebuilders oppose proposal to limit growth in rural Hamilton County
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Dozens of homebuilders and realtors opposed a plan to limit growth at Wednesday's Hamilton County Commission meeting. (more…)
Jewish Communities Face Rising Threats
Today, a disturbing trend is on the rise—antisemitism is reaching record levels across the U.S. and beyond. From hate crimes to online harassment, Jewish communities are facing growing threats. Antisemitic incidents…
Will The Penny Fade Into History?
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - President Trump has ordered the U.S. Treasury to stop minting new pennies, arguing that producing them costs more than they’re worth. While some see this as…
Man faces additional charges following multiple pursuits
SODDY DAISY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- One man is facing additional charges following two separate pursuits with law enforcement earlier this month. Arthur Wright was arrested on Saturday, February 8, 2025, after leading deputies from the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) and…
Catoosa County’s historic patrol car restoration nears completion
CATOOSA COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) -- Several organizations have been working to restore a Pontiac Trans Am that belonged to the Catoosa County Sheriff's Office (CCSO). In 1978, Catoosa County Sheriff J.D. Stewart bought four Trans Am's to be used…
Hiker finds human remains off mountain in Cherokee County
MURPHY, Nc. (WDEF) -- Local law enforcement are investigating the discovery of human remains found off Burrell Mountain Road. A…
Local representative proposes bill to remove sales tax on baby products
HIXSON, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Hixson lawmaker Greg Martin is proposing a bill to help parents in Tennessee. Martin wants to remove the sales tax on…
Marc Fogel, released by Russia, arrives back in U.S., stops at White House
Washington — Marc Fogel, an American schoolteacher who had been held in Russia since 2021, arrived back on U.S. soil late Tuesday night after the White House announced earlier in the day it had negotiated his…
Dayton authorities searching for missing juvenile
DAYTON, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Authorities in Dayton are searching for a missing juvenile. Cianna Jolynn Davis was last seen…
Tennessee Aquarium welcomes new president & CEO, Andrew Wood
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Tennessee Aquarium is welcoming their new president and CEO, Andrew Wood. Wood will begin duties starting March 31, 2025. According to the…
Step into Old Hollywood for a dazzling all-inclusive Valentine's Day dinner
Carla Pritchard and Selena Duncan join News 12's Amelia Greer to preview a special Valentine's Day dinner that's all-inclusive with its price. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - For those who still…
Soddy Daisy Middle School out for power outage and road obstacles
SODDY DAISY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Soddy Daisy Middle School cancelled classes Wednesday due to downed power lines across the road at the entrance to…
Golden Apple Award: Lauren Gillot, North Hamilton Elementary School
SALE CREEK, TN (WDEF) - Hard-working, caring and understanding, those are the superlatives that parents use to describe Lauren Gillot. Every morning, she greets her students at…
Bird Flu Outbreak Drives Egg Prices to Record Highs
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)-- Egg prices have shocked many shoppers recently, as they've reached about $7 per dozen in Tennessee. This price surge is largely due to the…
Cancer advocates push for biomarker testing in Tennessee
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF)—Over 50 cancer advocates, including patients, survivors, and caregivers, gathered at the Tennessee State Capitol today to speak with legislators about the importance of biomarker testing…
Pastor says controversial sermon is being taken out of context
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)-A Chattanooga pastor is at the center of controversy after his sermon this past Sunday went viral on social media. (more…)
Renewal by Anderson of Chattanooga Donates Windows to Habitat for Humanity in Support of Affordable Housing
In a generous act of community support, Renewal by Anderson of Chattanooga has donated a significant number of windows to…
Church Voter Guide Provides Essential Information as Early Voting for Chattanooga Municipal Election Begins
Early voting for the 20-25 Chattanooga Municipal Election begins tomorrow, and the Church Voter Guide is here to help. The organization aims…
Large boulder blocks portion of Cummings Highway
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A large boulder is blocking a portion of the roadway on Cummings Highway. TDOT's Rae Anne Bradley released this information…