Fatal crash in Bradley County leaves one dead after running into semi
BRADLEY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- One person is dead after a fatal accident in Bradley County Monday afternoon. According to the Tennessee Highway Patrol…
Dunlap firefighters respond to early morning pickup truck fire
DUNLAP, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Dunlap Fire Department (DFD) responded to a vehicle fire early Tuesday morning. At 4:30 a.m., February 25, 2025, DFD was dispatched to the southbound exit ramp of…
Missouri woman charged with mail fraud in plot to sell Graceland is changing her plea to guilty
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — A Missouri woman said Tuesday she is pleading guilty to a federal charge accusing her of concocting a brazen plot to defraud Elvis Presley’s family by trying to auction off his…
Denny's egg surcharge has breakfast chain following Waffle House
Denny's is the latest breakfast chain to charge extra for orders containing eggs, an ever-costlier commodity in short supply due to the killing of millions of egg-laying hens as a result of…
Nominate your physician for National Doctors' Day
Kevin Lusk with the Medical Foundation of Chattanooga joins News 12's Amelia Greer to encourage patients to say thank you and nominate their doctors for National Doctors' Day. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -…
Fabric and craft retailer Joann to go out of business and close all of its stores
BY ANNE D’INNOCENZIO ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK (AP) — Fabric and crafts retailer Joann Inc., which has been a destination for generations of quilters, knitters and lovers of crafts projects for more than 80 years, is going out of business…
HCS Reviews Potential Custodial Contracts
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Hamilton County Schools is taking a major step to ensure its facilities remain clean, safe, and welcoming for students and staff. After reviewing 13 applications, the board…
Chattanooga Zoo Welcomes Two New Warthogs
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Chattanooga Zoo has welcomed two new female warthogs, marking an exciting milestone in its history. The warthogs, named Peanut and Big Girl, arrived in late January…
Right At Home promotes care for caregivers
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Caregivers work hard to care for our loved ones. Right at Home in Home Care and Assistance is promoting care for their caregivers. Caregivers can…
DeKalb County inmates train shelter dogs for adoption
DEKALB COUNTY, Al. (WDEF) -- The DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) is teaming up with the DeKalb County Animal Adoption Center (DCAAC) on a new initiative aimed at…
YMCA kicks off new fundraising event
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The YMCA is kicking off a massive fundraiser today. They are inviting the community to participate in a series of health and wellness events. The events…
Lane closures coming soon on Signal Mountain Boulevard for road work
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Drivers on Signal Mountain Boulevard should prepare for lane reductions this week as TDOT begins road construction. From Tuesday, February 25, through Thursday, February 27, 2025, TDOT maintenance crews will be…
Additional arrest made in connection to Sale Creek SWAT standoff
BLEDSOE COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A second arrest has been made in connection to the SWAT standoff in Sale Creek Friday. Robert…
Starbucks laying off 1,100 workers and cutting drinks from its menu
Starbucks is laying off 1,100 workers, CEO Brian Niccol said in a companywide message that was made public Monday. The coffee chain is taking the action under its "Back to Starbucks" restructuring plan designed to revitalize the…
Grundy County man arrested after stealing ATV in Dunlap
DUNLAP, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A Grundy County man has been arrested after stealing a four wheeler in Dunlap. On February 20, 2025 around 11:40 a.m., a subject…
Driver crashes into building off Hixson Pike
HIXSON, Tenn. (WDEF) — Emergency crews responded to a vehicle crash involving a car that collided with a building on Hixson Pike Sunday afternoon. At approximately 2:11 PM on…
Roberta Flack, Grammy-winning singer with an intimate style, dies at 88
NEW YORK (AP) — Roberta Flack, the Grammy-winning singer and pianist whose intimate vocal and musical style on “Killing Me Softly with His Song,” “The…
Pet cat and home lost in weekend fire on Fredonia Mountain
DUNLAP, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Dunlap Fire Department (DFD) and several other organizations responded to a house fire over the weekend. At 10:23 a.m. Sunday,…
Chattanooga Antiques Show Marks 51st
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Chattanooga’s premier Antiques Show & Sale is back for its 51st year, bringing history, artistry, and one-of-a-kind treasures to The Signal Ballroom at the Chattanooga Choo Choo.…
CECS Hosts Annual E-Week Open House
The College of Engineering and Computer Science invited the community to a fun-filled experience at the annual E-Week open house. Every year, the college opens its doors to the public, offering an exciting opportunity to explore the world of engineering…
Fourth Annual Black-Owned Business Expo Celebrates Entrepreneurship and Community
This weekend, the fourth annual Black-Owned Business Expo transformed the mall into a vibrant hub of creativity and culture, celebrating entrepreneurship and community. The event showcased a wide range of products, from beautifully made handmade crafts and stunning jewelry to…
ConNooga Brings Multi-Fandom Magic to Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – ConNooga is back at the Chattanooga Convention Center this weekend, offering nearly 500 hours of entertainment for fans of all kinds. This multi-fandom convention is a…
Rossville Hosts Quarter-Scale Replica of Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall, Happening Today
A piece of Washington, D.C. has come to Rossville. A quarter-scale replica of the iconic Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall is now on display at the Rossville Athletic Center. This replica honors the 58,300 names of those who sacrificed during the…
TBI investigates shooting connected to car burglary
RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)- Early Saturday morning in Smyrna, around 2 a.m., police officers responded to a report of people breaking into vehicles at an apartment complex on Great Circle. A foot chase followed, and for reasons still under review,…