Commission to vote on Hamilton County Attorney restructuring
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Hamilton County Attorney’s Office is likely to have a new structure next month. This is as incoming attorney Janie Parks Varnell is…
Driving Our Economy Forward: Dynamo Studios
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- It's a media organization built to encourage the next generation of visual and musical artists. They're giving local youth the opportunity to succeed in the music…
15-year-old girl facing first degree murder charge in Meigs County
MEIGS COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A 15-year-old girl is facing a first-degree murder charge following the shooting death of Richard High in Meigs County. The incident occurred early Tuesday morning, June 10, 2025 at a…
Georgia officer arrested for sharing sensitive data in Tennessee drug case
WALKER COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) -- An officer is facing serious charges after allegedly leaking official information tied to a drug investigation in Tennessee. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) arrested 52-year-old Kenneth Rankin, an officer with…
Two arrested in Walker County after animal welfare check
WALKER COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) -- Two people were arrested after authorities found several emaciated animals following a welfare check. Walker County Animal Control received a complaint about…
Brian Wilson, Beach Boys visionary leader and summer's poet laureate, dies at 82
Brian Wilson, the Beach Boys’ visionary and fragile leader whose genius for melody, arrangements and wide-eyed self-expression inspired “Good Vibrations,” “California Girls” and other summertime anthems and made him one of the world’s most influential…
Murray County drug sting ends in two arrests
MURRAY COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) -- Authorities in Murray County have arrested two individuals for drug related activity. On June 10, 2025, the Murray County Sheriff's Office's (MCSO) Narcotics…
Zicam nasal swabs, Orajel teething swabs recalled nationwide over potential fungal contamination
Check your medicine cabinet — Zicam nasal swabs and Orajel…
$200,000 grant to help Henagar repair tornado-damaged roads
HENGAR, Al. (WDEF) -- Henagar will soon begin repairs on several city streets after receiving a $200,000 grant from Alabama Governor Kay Ivey. The funds came from…
The Pigeon comes to the Creative Discovery Museum!
Mackenzie Steele with the Creative Discovery Museum returns to the News 12 studio to fill in on all the exciting events and exhibits this summer. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - This…
Penguin chicks and dragons on the horizon at Tennessee Aquarium
Alison Pryor with the Tennessee Aquarium joins News 12's Amelia Greer to preview the host of events and attractions this month. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Penguins chicks are on the horizon and…
TVA to hold meetings this week on Pisgah site proposal
PISGAH, Ala. (WDEF)- We are learning more about a potential TVA project in Jackson County, Alabama. (more…)
Planning commissioner responds to development complaints
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Some members of the Chattanooga-Hamilton County Regional Planning Agency say that complaints over new developments are over exaggerated. Ongoing angst over new projects across the county…
City Councilman criticizes recently passed DEI bill
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A Chattanooga city councilman said that the committee he runs will look different due to a recent Tennessee bill regarding Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. (DEI) The Dismantle D-E-I Act was passed by the state legislature and…
Walker County man indicted in Hamilton County for first degree murder
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A Walker County man has been indicted by a Hamilton County Grand Jury for First Degree Murder. 41-year-old Nicholas Cheaton is…
IRONMAN Athlete Reunites with Heroes Who Saved His Life at Finish Line
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF)— An IRONMAN athlete who nearly lost his life during the final stretch of the Chattanooga race is alive today—thanks to a team of fast-acting heroes. Jeff Cook was just steps from completing the grueling triathlon when he…
Two arrested after two undercover sex sting operations
LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Two people were arrested on Lookout Mountain Monday after two undercover sting operations with several agencies. The Lookout Mountain Police Department (LMPD) received a notification from the FBI and TBI that a man…
Suspect arrested in connection to DeKalb County burglaries
DEKALB COUNTY, Al. (WDEF) -- Authorities in DeKalb County arrested a suspect in connection to recent burglaries. Between June 3 & 4, 2025, two separate burglaries were reported at a photography studio in…
County music singer Conner Smith fatally struck 77-year-old pedestrian in Nashville
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A country music singer killed a pedestrian over the weekend in Nashville. On Sunday, June 8, 2025, 77-year-old Dorothy Dobbins was struck by a vehicle on 3rd Avenue. According to the Metro Nashville Police Department (MNPD),…
Largest U.S. private prison operator faces lawsuit after inmate was killed a day before his release
Matthew Vogel was finishing up a six-month stint…
Teens can stay active this summer with a free membership at Planet Fitness
Shannon DeBoef with Planet Fitness joins News 12's Amelia Greer for a kickstart to summer workout. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Teens ages 14 - 19 can continue to strengthen their minds and…
Paramount to cut 3.5% of its workforce amid economic and media industry challenges
Paramount Global said it's cutting 3.5% of its workforce, citing challenges in the broader economy and in the linear television business. It's the latest round of layoffs at the media giant — which owns the…
Two arrested in Cumberland County for multi-state PayPal scam
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Two individuals were arrested after authorities discovered their involvement in a multi-state PayPal scam that targeted a local resident. Cumberland County authorities…
State of youth sports facilities in Hamilton County discussed
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- This summer, many families will be hitting the diamond for baseball and softball tournaments. (more…)