How the 2025 Music Educator Award honoree is changing lives and influencing his students: "He's given me life lessons"
For nearly two decades, Adrian Maclin has changed lives inside and outside of his classroom. Maclin, a music teacher…
TDOT announces temporary lane closures on US-27 overnight
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Drivers in Hamilton County should prepare for temporary lane closures on US 27 tonight as the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) conducts maintenance work. From 10:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. ET,…
Chattanooga businessman Rick Davis arrested for passing worthless checks
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Local business Rick Davis has been arrested for passing worthless checks. Davis was arrested on Tuesday…
Attempted murder suspect escapes through North Carolina jail's ventilation system with cellmates' help, officials say
An inmate escaped over the weekend from a jail in North Carolina, fleeing through the building's ventilation system, authorities said. Law enforcement agencies across the state launched a manhunt once…
Cats and guinea pigs rescued from overnight duplex fire
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A family's cats and guinea pigs were rescued from a duplex fire overnight. The Chattanooga Fire Department (CFD) responded to the 1900 block…
Trial gets underway for 2023 Amazon shooting suspect
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A young life tragically cut short, a community demanding justice, and a courtroom where emotions and evidence stood still all collided this Tuesday afternoon in…
Charlton Liner faces court in ex-wife's murder case
BRADLEY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - Charlton Craig Liner, the Cleveland man accused of murdering his ex-wife, Karen Liner, appeared in a Bradley County courtroom this afternoon for a bond hearing. The judge…
Golden Apple Award: Ali Redfoot, Normal Park Upper
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) - The best teachers are patient, authentic and genuinely care about creating a good learning environment for all their students. That certainly applies to Ali…
Crafting Warmth Across Continents: The Collegedale Happy Hookers Yarn Club's Heartfelt Mission
COLLEGEDALE, Tenn. (WDEF) - Local group of crocheters and knitters are weaving across continents—meet the Collegedale Happy Hookers Yarn Club, where they have a crafty heart for serving. It’s more than just yarn and needles. It’s warmth, creativity, and an…
Challenger Center remembers astronauts on 39th anniversary of disaster
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- 39 years ago on Tuesday, America lost seven astronauts after the Challenger Space Shuttle exploded shortly after a launch. (more…)
DeepSeek AI raises national security concerns, U.S. officials say
As Chinese AI application DeepSeek attracts hordes of American users, Trump administration officials, lawmakers and cybersecurity experts are expressing concern that the technology could pose a threat to U.S. national security. DeepSeek's introduction in the U.S.…
NTSB investigating "sudden aircraft movement" on United Airlines flight that injured dozens
The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating after a United Airlines flight experienced "sudden aircraft movement," leaving dozens of passengers and crew injured, including six people who were hospitalized. United Airlines flight 613 was flying…
Chattanooga Police investigating KKK flyers in local areas
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) is investigating hate propaganda around the area. On the evening of January 27, 2025, Chattanooga Police responded to reports…
Rossville woman convicted of fentanyl distribution
LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN, Ga. (WDEF) -- A Rossville woman has been convicted of fentanyl distribution in Catoosa County, January 15, 2025. On April 11, 2024, officers conducted a probation visit at…
Starbucks brings back condiment bar, free refills for some drinks
Starbucks customers will notice some changes brewing. Starting Monday, stores are bringing back the condiment bar and offering free refills of certain drinks for for dine-in customers. The self-serve condiment bars, home to creamers, milk,…
Start your New Year's resolution by HIITing it off with Planet Fitness
Shannon DeBoef joins News 12's Amelia Greer with a quick workout to get your blood pumping. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Planet Fitness is helping you kick your New Year's resolution in the…
Love's Arm Outreach celebrates 20 years of service
Inza Hagins-Dyer joins News 12's Amelia Greer to preview their upcoming events which helps women learn more on how to prioritize their health and wellbeing. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Love's…
Soddy Daisy Middle student arrested for making school threat
SODDY DAISY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A student at Soddy Daisy Middle School was arrested and charged after making a threat against the school. At 5:00 p.m., Monday,…
Sierra Club presents PFAS contamination concerns
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) --This month’s Sierra Club presentation brought an urgent environmental concern to the forefront: the potential contamination of local food and water sources by PFAS, also known as…
What's Right With Our Schools: St. Peter PB&J
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) - Hunger is a sad fact of life in communities across America. Students at St. Peter's Episcopal School in Chattanooga are working to solve that…
Thornton ordered to pay legal fees of two residents after losing libel lawsuit
MARION COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)- A prominent developer has taken a significant loss in a court ruling. (more…)
Renewal by Andersen Hosts Winter Clothing Drive
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - With temperatures in the area staying low, one local company is stepping up in a big way to ensure no one is left out in…
Chattanooga launches Walnut Street Bridge app
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Chattanooga has revealed the Walnut Street Bridge app to provide updates on the approaching renovations. The app is now available for download…