McMinn Regional Humane Society hosts dog food giveaway
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The McMinn Regional Humane Society is helping local pet owners by hosting a dog food giveaway on Tuesday morning. Board member Autumn Lowery said…
Whitfield County invites the community to first Fourth of July Drone Show
WHITFIELD COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - With the Fourth of July just days away, several counties across our area are preparing to celebrate America's 250th…
Weather Update: TUESDAY JUNE 30, 2026
WDEF-TV News 12 Tennessee River Valley weather forecast Overnight: Mostly clear / hazy, humid. Lows: mid/high 70's. Winds: near calm. Tuesday: Sunny and hot. Highs: mid/high 90's. Heat index: 106. Winds: NW @ 5 MPH. Overnight: Mostly clear / hazy,…
Developers say there is plan to keep Head of the Hooch in Chattanooga for 2027 event
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Will the Head of the Hooch leave Chattanooga after this year? Since 2005, the Head of the Hooch regatta has brought thousands to the shores…
US stocks rise and recover some of their losses from a rare losing week
NEW YORK (AP) - U.S. stocks rose and recovered some of their losses from a rare losing week. The S&P 500 climbed 1.2% Monday, breaking a five-day losing streak. The Dow Jones Industrial Average added 0.6%, and the Nasdaq composite…
ArtsBuild unveils voter guide for upcoming elections
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- As we approach Hamilton County’s general elections, one non-profit is highlighting candidates’ stances on funding for the arts. Artsbuild has…
Iran war has cost Americans $1,000 per household, economist estimates
The Iran war has cost Americans roughly $1,000 per household in higher fuel, food and other expenses since the start of the conflict in February, according to an estimate shared last week by Moody's Analytics chief economist…
6 killed in shooting at Germany youth center, police say; suspect arrested
Six people were killed in a shooting Monday at a youth welfare facility in the northern German town of Stade, police said. A suspect was arrested, while another two people were subject to "police measures" on suspicion of involvement, according…
After an earthquake, how long can trapped victims survive?
NEW YORK (AP) — For those trapped in rubble after an earthquake, survival depends on many factors, including weather and access to water and air. If their injuries aren’t too severe, victims can survive for a week or more, assuming…
12-year-old visitor injured by bison at Yellowstone National Park
A 12-year-old child was injured by a bison while visiting Yellowstone National Park on Friday, the National Park Service said. Few details have been released about the encounter, but the agency said that the visitor was taken to a nearby hospital…
Florida alligator attacks leave woman dead, 2 others injured, officials say
Officials with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission are urging people to be aware of their surrounding after a series of alligator attacks in Florida left one person dead and two others injured, including a minor. The first alligator attack occurred in the Rainbow River…
Saks officially emerges from Chapter 11 bankruptcy with less debt and a new name
NEW YORK (AP) — Saks Global, the parent company of Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue and Bergdorf Goodman, officially emerged…
NASA prepares to launch daring rescue to save aging telescope from falling to Earth
NASA is racing to save an aging telescope from falling back to Earth with a daring rescue mission.…
America 250 celebrations bring extraordinary security challenge to Washington
WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal law enforcement authorities are preparing for one of Washington, D.C.'s, largest and most complex security operations as the nation’s capital gears up to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the nation’s freedom. With rising political…
Ex-NBA players Malik Beasley, Ed Davis indicted on illegal sports gambling charges
Former NBA players Malik Beasley and Ed Davis have been indicted in the latest round of charges in the government's gambling investigation, authorities said Monday. When he was playing for the Milwaukee Bucks in 2024, Beasley agreed to tailor his…
Supreme Court says states can count mail ballots that arrive after Election Day
Washington — The Supreme Court on Monday ruled that states can count mail ballots that are cast by Election Day but arrive later, rejecting a GOP challenge to Mississippi law's for late-arriving ballots. In the closely watched election dispute known as…
Chattanooga gas prices have fallen 15 cents in the last week
Average gasoline prices in Chattanooga have fallen 15.5 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.22/g on June 29, 2026, according to GasBuddy's survey of 170 stations in Chattanooga. Prices in Chattanooga are 53.2…
US stocks rise and recover some of their losses from a rare losing week
NEW YORK (AP) - U.S. stocks are rising and recovering some of their losses from a rare losing week. The S&P 500 climbed 0.5% Monday and was on track to break a five-day losing streak. The Dow Jones Industrial Average…
Comcast says it plans to split into 2 companies, spinning off NBCUniversal and Sky
Comcast said Monday it will split into two companies by spinning off NBCUniversal and Sky into a separate media company, leaving its broadband and wireless businesses under Comcast. In a statement, the media company said the…
Chickapalooza brings crowds to Downtown Chickamauga
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Art, music, and community filled downtown Chickamauga on Saturday as Chickapalooza brought visitors together for a day long celebration inspired by the legacy of Reverend Howard…
Ringgold Councilman Jake Haynes passes away
RINGGOLD, Ga. (WDEF) - The City of Ringgold has confirmed that Councilman Jake Haynes has passed away. According to the city, Haynes' death was sudden and unexpected. In a statement shared on the…
One rescued after being trapped inside a vehicle
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - On Saturday night, the Chattanooga Fire Department (CFD) responded to a motor vehicle crash on Hixson Pike at N Access Road involving possible entrapment with two vehicles and multiple patients with injuries. According to CFD,…
Summer Festival Celebrates Creative Spirit
CHICKAMAUGA, GA. (WDEF) - Art, music, and community came together Saturday as Chickapalooza returned with a full day of activities celebrating the legacy of Rev. Howard Finster. The event began with…
Ducks unlimited hosted its Great Outdoor Festival
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Chattanooga chapter of Ducks Unlimited hosted its Great Outdoor Festival at Camp Jordan, giving children the opportunity to learn about wildlife conservation and the…