SUMMERVILLE, Ga. (WDEF) -- A former jailer has been sentenced after being caught bringing in contraband and lying about his military service. Nicholas Grindle was caught smuggling drugs…
The U.S. confirmed at least a dozen deaths from whooping cough last year, according to preliminary figures released this week by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. That marks the most fatalities from the…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Authorities are investigating an incident at Primrose School of East Brainerd that occurred at the beginning of the year. A video was shared showing the actions of a caregiver at the…
Cuatro Cinco joins News 12's Amelia Greer as he promotes a special 'Galentine's Day' event this Thursday, Feb. 13 where he will be headlining a show at Mint for couples, ladies, singles,…
BY SEJAL GOVINDARAO and HALLIE GOLDEN ASSOCIATED PRESS SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) — One person was killed and others were injured when a private jet owned by Mötley Crüe singer Vince Neil collided with another jet Monday…
BRADELY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)-- After spending two weeks in jail without bond, Mr. Liner appeared in court once again, expecting a ruling on his bond request. We have been…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Tuesday, more than 50 cancer advocates including patients, survivors, and caregivers will gather at Tennessee's Capitol Hill to urge lawmakers to support a critical…
FORT PAYNE, Al. (WDEF) -- A pursuit throughout Fort Payne ended with a crash and the suspect committing suicide over the weekend. Around 7:35 p.m. February 9, 2025, a Fort Payne Police officer attempted to…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Mayor Tim Kelly met with The Hamilton County Pachyderm Club this afternoon to discuss key concerns regarding financial, safety, and infrastructure throughout the city. The Hamilton County…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Regional Planning Agency staff has officially recommended denying the request, citing concerns over the scale and impact of the development in that area. The proposal…
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) - Black History is much more than a month at the Bessie Smith Cultural Center. They have exhibits on African American history, culture, sports…
UPDATE (2/11/2025): We're getting new updates on the condition of the Impala's passenger following the fatal crash on Rossville Boulevard over the weekend. The driver of…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Two locations in Chattanooga have prompted emergency road closures, according to CDOT. The first location is at the 500 block of McCallie Avenue. This area will be closed for emergency repairs and paving, effective immediately. CDOT…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Authorities are investigating a shoot that occurred on King Street over the weekend. On February 9, 2025 at 2:43 a.m., officers responded to the…
About 2 million baked goods sold nationwide — including some doughnuts and coffee rolls purchased at Dunkin' — were recalled last month due to concerns the products might be contaminated with listeria, according to the…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A Chattanooga man has been arrested after shooting two people over the weekend, leaving them both in the hospital. At approximately 1:03 a.m., February…
DECATUR, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Fire crews in Decatur fought a large structure fire over the weekend. On Sunday, February 9, 2025, at 3:15 a.m. the Decatur Fire…
The Chattanooga Zoo's Jake Cash, Sam Sanders, and Indigo Montoya the snake joins News 12's Amelia Greer to preview the upcoming Valentine's Day themed event "Hearts and Hisses." CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -…
WALDEN, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Drivers planning to take the W Road will have to look for another route Monday. The road closed at 9…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)– It was game day at McKamey Animal Center, where the competition was fierce, but instead of trophies, these four-legged athletes were after something much more…
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)–Late Saturday night, East Ridge Police responded to a shooting outside the AMC Chattanooga 18. Late last night, East Ridge Police responded to a shooting outside the…
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)– On Saturday, at approximately 6:15 p.m., Hamilton County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) deputies were alerted that Soddy Daisy Police Department personnel…
ATHENS, Tenn. (WDEF) - A safety scare at McMinn County High School has parents and students on edge as officials are speaking out on how they’re working to keep…
