Over $372,000 in undeclared cash seized by customs officers at Atlanta airport this year
In the first three months of…
Brian Hooker, husband of woman missing in Bahamas: "I won't be able to stop looking"
Brian Hooker, whose wife Lynette disappeared during a nighttime boat ride in the Bahamas, told CBS News he wants to believe his wife is still alive and plans to go back out to look for her…
Where to park at Erlanger Park
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- As fans make their way…
Over 10,000 U.S. service members involved in blockade of Iran ports, CENTCOM says
Over 10,000 U.S. service members are executing the U.S. blockade of Iran's ports, according to U.S. Central Command, which said no ships made it past the blockade in the first 24 hours. The blockade of Iran's ports and a partial blockade…
Vice President JD Vance, Erika Kirk visiting UGA for Turning Point USA rally; protests expected
Vice President JD Vance and Turning Point CEO Erika Kirk are visiting Athens on Tuesday for a rally as part of the conservative group's tour of college campuses. The visit to…
France raffle offers a $1M Picasso for a 100 euro ticket to raise money for Alzheimer’s research
PARIS (AP) — In a few hours, one lucky winner will find themselves the owner of a Pablo Picasso painting for less than $120. A raffle in France is offering the chance to win…
At least 16 wounded in Turkey high school shooting; gunman dead
A former student opened fire at a high school in southeastern Turkey on Tuesday, wounding at least 16 people, before killing himself, an official said. The 18-year-old attacker, armed with a shotgun, fired randomly inside a vocational high school in…
United CEO floated idea of United-American Airlines merger, sources say
United CEO Scott Kirby floated the idea to Trump administration officials of United merging with American Airlines, according to sources familiar with the situation. That conversation with officials is surfacing now after Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy hinted the Trump administration…
Colombia to euthanize dozens of "cocaine hippos" linked to drug lord Pablo Escobar in bid to control population
In this file photo from Feb. 4, 2021, hippos float in the lake at Hacienda Napoles Park, once the private estate of drug kingpin Pablo Escobar who imported three female hippos and one male decades ago,…
US wholesale prices surge as Iran war drives up the cost of energy
The Labor Department reported Tuesday that its producer price index — which measures inflation before it hits consumers — rose 0.5% from February and 4% from March 2025. The year-over-year gains was the biggest in more than three years. Energy…
East Ridge Police Officer involved in serious crash on Ringgold Road
UPDATE: We are learning more about a crash involving an East Ridge Police Officer. According to the East Ridge Police Department (ERPD), an officer observed a white Ford Explorer failing to maintain its lane while…
Put on you best dancing shoes for the Girls Inc. Sapphire neaker Gala!
Vanelly Holguin and Stacy Johnson join News 12's Amelia Greer as Girls Inc. gets ready to host their annual Sapphire Sneaker Gala. La Paz Chattanooga is receiving an advocacy award…
It's just a drill this morning at the Chattanooga Airport
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - The Chattanooga Airport will simulate a plane crash this morning, BUT IT'S ONLY A DRILL. You'll see emergency vehicles, smoke, and lots of activity beginning at 9AM. They are simulating a jet crash with multiple fatalities and…
Catoosa County Firefighters support 'Fill the Boot' campaign
FORT OGLETHORPE, Ga. (WDEF) - Catoosa County firefighters are out in the community this week supporting a long-standing tradition.…
K-9 Teams compete in Regional Trials in Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - K-9 teams from across the Southeast are in Chattanooga this week for a major regional competition and certification event. Handlers and their dogs from…
Charlie Kirk Act advances to governor's desk after passing Tennessee House
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF)- The bill named after the late conservative activist Charlie Kirk will be heading to Tennessee Governor Bill Lee's desk. It did not…
What's Right With Our Schools: Eastgate Library Young Authors
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) - Being a good writer is a great skill to have. But you need to work at it. Third through 8th grade students are…
Consequences of blockade could be far-reaching
Blockading portions of the Strait of Hormuz is likely intended to pressure Iran, which has exported millions of barrels of oil since the war began. Much of it has likely been carried by so-called "dark transits" that evade Western sanctions…
Oil prices ease back from their morning spurts as US stocks rally on a still hopeful Wall Street
NEW YORK (AP) - U.S. stocks climbed as hope remains on Wall Street that the global economy can still avoid a worst-case scenario because of the U.S.-Iran war. The S&P 500 rallied…
McDonald's to start selling refreshers and crafted sodas nationwide in May
McDonald's is giving its beverage lineup a jolt, adding "refreshers" and "crafted sodas" to its menu. The new offerings will appear on menus starting in May, while the fast-food giant will also introduce energy…
Brush fire stopped near propane tank
On Sunday April 12, 2026, Haletown Fire and Rescue responded to a brush fire at 570 Hale’s Bar Road. Upon arrival, they found tires and playground equipment adjacent to a home on fire, which was next to a propane…
Oil hovers just under $100, though US stocks hold steady on hopes for US-Iran talks
NEW YORK (AP) — Oil prices are hovering just under $100 per barrel on Monday after 21 hours of ceasefire talks failed to end the U.S.-Iran war. But U.S. stocks are nevertheless holding steady in an indication that…
Local road closures that could impact drivers
Several road closures will be taking place that could impact drivers in our area. Details are as follows, according to the Office of the Hamilton County Mayor. Thatch Road: Thatch Road will…
Chattanooga Airport to conduct full scale aircraft emergency drill
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. -- The Chattanooga Airport will be conducting a full-scale aircraft disaster drill at The Chattanooga Airport on Tuesday morning, April 14, 2026. They say beginning at 9:00 a.m., the mock exercise will simulate the crash of a jet…