Chattanooga police investigating shooting near Market Street
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Chattanooga police responded to a report of a person shot Thursday morning. The call was made on South Market Street near Alton Park just before…
Three arrested in Cherokee County drug trafficking investigation
CHEROKEE COUNTY, N.c. (WDEF) -- The Cherokee County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) arrested multiple people in relation to drug trafficking. On August 17, 2025, the CCSO received a tip about two suspects who traveled to Georgia to obtain methamphetamine to…
Alabama man on death row for 31 years granted new trial by federal judge
An Alabama death row inmate's murder conviction has been called into question by recent forensic tests that show another man's DNA on the victim's body. Decades after he was originally found guilty and sentenced, a…
Powerball jackpot nears $1 billion mark at estimated $950 million after no one won grand prize of roughly $850 million
The Powerball jackpot is approaching the $1 billion mark for Saturday night's drawing. It's at an estimated $950 million after no tickets came up winners for Wednesday night's jackpot of roughly $850 million — the…
Union Gospel Mission brings back their Labor Day BBQ Fundraiser for the 11th year
Rev. Jon Rector joins News 12's Chip Chapman to invite everyone to Union Gospel Mission's Labor Day BBQ Fundraiser. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Union Gospel Mission…
Commissioners upset over audit report on personal travel expenses
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Some Hamilton County commissioners took offense to a report that they had inappropriately used travel funds for routine travel. (more…)
New indoor facility proposed at Howard amid HVAC concerns
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Could a new addition soon be coming to the Howard School's campus? (more…)
Ooltewah development revived by commission following developer concessions
OOLTEWAH, Tenn. (WDEF)- A development in Ooltewah that was rejected last week by the Hamilton County Commission was revived Wednesday. (more…)
Community Signs Erlanger Park Steel
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Chattanooga residents had the chance to leave their mark on the city’s future today during a topping off and community signing ceremony at Erlanger Park. The event…
City of Cleveland to Create Arts and Entertainment District
CLEVELAND, Tenn (WDEF)-- The City of Cleveland announced a new initiative today. Cleveland city officials said they hope to establish a new Arts and Entertainment District right in the heart of downtown. The city says this will be an important…
YouTube TV viewers could lose access to Fox channels over contract dispute
YouTube TV subscribers could be set to lose access to content from media company Fox, including college football, unless the sides strike a new carriage deal. With the current agreement between the sides nearing a…
FDA authorizes updated COVID shots with restrictions on who can get them
The Food and Drug Administration Wednesday authorized updated COVID-19 vaccines, but limited their use for most age groups and rescinded the emergency use authorization that made shots available for healthy young children. Vaccines from Pfizer, Moderna and…
TVFCU Opens New Headquarters
DALTON, Georgia (WDEF)-- The Tennessee Valley Federal Credit Union opened a new facility in Dalton on Friday, the 22nd of August. The TVFCU held a ribbon cutting at the new location on Vista Drive. This is the second credit union…
Social Security’s 90th Anniversary
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - This year marks the 90th anniversary of Social Security, one of the most influential programs in American history. New AARP data shows just how much the program…
CHATT Foundation Receives Food Donation
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) --The CHATT Foundation received a surprise donation today. Today, a vehicle from Renewal by Andersen arrived at the Chatt Foundation…
Small Tennessee town divided over new ICE detention facility: "I don't want my neighbors to go to work out there"
Mason, Tennessee — The small West Tennessee town of Mason, just 2 square miles in size, is home to about 1,000 people. But its residents are now divided by what a new immigration detention facility will…
Cracker Barrel to return to its old logo after backlash
Less than a week after unveiling a controversial new logo that prompted the company's stock value to take a dive and even President Trump to weigh in, Cracker Barrel announced Tuesday that it will return to its old logo.…
Blood Assurance accepting donations through Labor Day
Caitlin Stanley, the Senior Director of Blood Assurance, reminds everyone that one donation of blood can save up to three lives. They're in need of donations and are offering gift cards…
Cracker Barrel Unveils New Logo, Sparking Conversation
WDEF- Cracker Barrel is stirring up conversation after unveiling a major brand refresh for the first time in decades. The chain has rolled out a redesigned logo, removing its…
Giving Back: Ace Bailey Comes Home to Inspire Dalewood Students
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF)- Dalewood Middle School welcomed back one of its own this week as NBA rookie Ace Bailey returned to the halls where his basketball journey began. The school honored Bailey with a special jersey presentation, celebrating not only…
Sentencing hearing for former elementary teacher convicted of child sex abuse delayed
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A former elementary school teacher convicted on 15 child sex abuse charges in June, including aggravated child rape, was back in…
Flood Relief Donation Drive Continues
RINGGOLD, GA (WDEF) - Families are still recovering from the flash floods that swept through just a couple of weeks ago, leaving homes and lives turned upside down. In response, the…
New round of school upgrades discussed
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)- Renovations of several Hamilton County Schools were discussed at the school board’s finance committee meeting. (more…)
Ribbon Cut on Special Kids Clinic
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Chattanooga is celebrating a major step forward for families of children with special needs. Special Kids, a nonprofit founded 27 years ago in Murfreesboro, has officially…