A Chattanooga hero's remains return home after being missing for eight decades
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- For over eight decades, a Chattanooga family had one single question. (more…)
Marion County firefighters, Department of Forestry battling wildfire near Haletown
MARION COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)- Firefighters have been…
City of Chattanooga investigating data breach
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Chattanooga Mayor's office says it learned Friday that city data was affected by the recent Nationwide Recovery Services breach. (more…)
Orange Grove Center Honors Special Olympics Gold Medalist Jayme Salisbury
Orange Grove Center hosted a special presentation to honor Jayme Salisbury, a Special Olympics gold medalist, for his outstanding achievements at the 2025 Tennessee Special Olympics Winter Games. Salisbury, who competed, earned two gold medals in snowboard slalom and snowboard…
Cleveland Police investigating illegal dumping of tires and dog Remains
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Cleveland Police are investigating a case of illegal dumping after tires and containers of deceased dogs were discovered in a wooded area near an apartment complex. Officers were dispatched to the 3700 block of Keri Lane…
Firefighters respond to rescue at Koch Foods silo in Lookout Valley
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Chattanooga firefighters responded to a medical emergency and possible rescue at Koch Foods Inc. in Lookout Valley Friday afternoon. Crews were dispatched at 2:06 p.m. on…
Chattanooga police respond to early morning Broad Street shooting
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Chattanooga police are investigation a shooting that occurred on Broad Street early Friday morning. On April 4, 2025, at 2:30 a.m., officers responded to the 1800 block of Broad Street. Upon…
Controlled substances found in powder brought to McMinn County School
MCMINN COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A student at EK Baker School brought a white powder to campus that later tested…
Missing man arrested after being located in stolen work vehicle
MCMINN COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A McMinn County man who was reported missing has now been charged with vehicle theft. David Cowan was reported missing earlier this week but was later located in Ooltewah. He told police he needed space…
Chattanooga Fire Department launches new wildland fire team
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Chattanooga Fire Department (CFD) has launched a specialized Wildland Fire Team in response to the rising threat of wildfires across Tennessee. CFD also has 20 trained firefighters on the team, with plans to…
Trump's tariffs prompt China to retaliate with 34% levy on U.S. imports, rare earth element export controls
Beijing — China announced Friday that it will impose a 34% tariff on imports of all U.S. products beginning April 10. The new tariff matches the rate of the U.S. tariff announced by President Trump this…
Ford offers employee pricing to all car shoppers as new auto tariffs kick in
Ford Motor on Thursday announced that it would allow car shoppers to buy its 2024-25 vehicles, including gas, electric and hybrid-powered models, at the discounted price the automaker offers to its employees. Called "From America,…
UK police charge comedian Russell Brand with rape and sexual assault
LONDON (AP) — British police on Friday charged Russell Brand with rape and sexual assault following an 18-month investigation sparked when four women alleged they had been assaulted by the controversial comedian. London’s Metropolitan Police force said…
Cuatro Cinco released a new EP and prepares for Road to Nightfall
Local artist Cuatro Cinco joins News 12's Amelia Greer on the release of his latest EP, "Because I had to." He shares what it means to him and his journey this weekend…
'The Dream' punishment sparks debate on business' responsibility to maintain safety
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A controversial Chattanooga nightclub once again found itself in front of the Chattanooga Beer Board for the fifth straight meeting. (more…)
Senate bill sparking debate over forced open primaries
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF)- A bill advancing through the Tennessee General Assembly is raising concerns by local Republicans. (more…)
Lee University facing federal lawsuit over breach
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF)- Lee University is facing a federal lawsuit. (more…)
UTC Mocs Fever Sweeps Campus
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Excitement is at an all-time high on the campus of UTC as the Mocs make history. For the first time ever, they are heading to the NIT…
Chattanooga Stampede Pro Rodeo Arrives
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Saddle up, Chattanooga! The Twisted Horn Company’s Chattanooga Stampede Pro Rodeo is riding into town this weekend at the First Horizon Pavilion. On April 4th and 5th, the best cowboys…
Severe storms in South and Midwest turn deadly
Violent storms cut through a wide swath of the South and Midwest, spawning tornadoes and killing at least two people, knocking down power lines and trees and ripping roofs off homes. Dozens of tornado and…
Chattanooga Named North America's first National Park City
Chattanooga (WDEF) - The Mayor announces that Chattanooga has officially been named the first National Park City in North America. City leaders have been courting the National Park…
Tee off with Love's Arm Outreach
Inza Haggins-Dyer and Chrissie Holland with Love's Arm Outreach return to the News 12 studio as the organization gets ready to host its second annual Golf Tournament! CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -…
Early morning fire in Harrison, TN
HARRISON, Tenn. (WDEF) - Highway 58 Volunteer Fire Department responded to a residential fire this morning at almost 6 A.M. at 6931 Lakeshore Drive. When firefighters arrived at the scene,…
Subaru Teams Up with Arbor Day Foundation to Give Away 100,000 Trees
CHATTANOOGA,TN (WDEF) In a major effort to bring greenery and cleaner air to urban areas, Subaru has teamed up with the Arbor Day Foundation to give away 100,000 mature trees across the United States. This initiative, part of Subaru's "Love…