Johnthony Walker found guilty on most counts
A jury returned a guilty verdict on most counts against school bus driver Johnthony Walker, including criminally negligent homicide.
Catoosa Republicans urge school metal detectors immediately
RINGGOLD, Georgia (WDEF) - While the nation debates school safety and guns, Catoosa County Republicans are pitching some immediate action. Their County Committee met Tuesday night to discuss school safety. The party issued their conclusion today. Catoosa Republicans are urging…
Does Sheriff Jim Hammond support arming teachers?
"Let me be clear, arming certain, qualified, volunteer teachers is not my first choice… nor is it my second or third."
Lauren Alaina, Kane Brown, US-101 snare ACM nominations
NEW YORK, New York (CBS) Reba McEntire joined the CBS This Morning crew to announce this year's Academy of Country Music Award nominations. She'll host the awards show on CBS Sunday, April 15th. And Chattanooga is well represented in this…
The Latest: Georgia Legislature passes tax bill that snubs Delta
ATLANTA (AP) - The Latest on Republican efforts to deny Delta Air Lines a tax break after the company cut ties with the National Rifle Association (all times local): 3:45 p.m. Pro-gun Republicans in the Georgia legislature have won a…
The Latest: Police: Teacher carried gun into school in bag
ATLANTA (AP) - The Latest on a high school teacher accused of firing a gunshot in his classroom in north Georgia (all times local): 11:40 a.m. Police in north Georgia say a teacher accused of causing chaos at his high…
Statement from Superintendent Dr. Bryan Johnson on School Safety
As a public school system, we are charged with preparing our students for post-secondary opportunities, which requires a relentless focus on teaching and learning. Yet, given recent events, we also understand the safety and well-being of students and staff is…
Dalton Public Schools offering support for students after incident Wednesday, investigation continues
Dalton High School is closed Thursday after teacher fires gun inside school. They began allowing students who left items in the school to retrieve them beginning at 10 a.m. Thursday.
Bill Approved To Allow Teachers To Carry Guns
A bill in Tennessee that allows teachers to carry guns in schools has been approved. On Wednesday, a house committee voted to expand the number of teachers in all school districts to be able to carry a gun. The school districts…
Heavy rains and flooding impacts parts of Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - As the rain came down Wednesday evening, some folks could be found at a shopping center near Brainerd Road. "Just came out here for some shopping and checking out this side of town," Patrick Goldberg said.…
Bradley County looking for robbery suspect
The Bradley County Sheriff's Office needs your help to find a robbery suspect.
Rep. Chuck Fleischmann on school shooting solutions
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - As we're hearing details of the incident in Dalton, gun control continues to be a topic of discussion for Congress, after the horrific school shooting in Florida. News 12 spoke with Congressman Chuck Fleischmann on what he…
Teacher Randal Davidson had history of medical issues at school
DALTON, Georgia (WDEF) Dalton Police have released two prior calls they made to Dalton High over veteran teacher Randal Davidson. On Wednesday, the principal says he caused a lockdown and evacuation of the school when he barricade himself in a…
Tennessee Valley Veterans Return to Vietnam, Reflect on Trip
It's a war that still haunts some of the veterans who fought in it.
Cleveland man accused of child rape, possession of child porn
A Cleveland man is accused of the rape of a child, and possession of thousands of images of child pornography.
Three more students charged with making school threats in our area
TRENTON, Georgia (WDEF) - On Tuesday, the principal at Dade County High contacted the Sheriff's Office about a threat. The message "f*** this school, im killing all of you 2morrow” was written on the bathroom wall. The school had identified…
The Latest: Georgia Dem questions legality of Delta threat
ATLANTA (AP) - The Latest on Delta's decision to cut marketing ties with the National Rifle Association (all times local): 12:50 p.m. A Democratic candidate for the Georgia governor's office says the state's lieutenant governor may have broken anti-corruption laws…
Teen charged for drugs at Murray County School
ETON, Georgia (WDEF) - A drug dog alerted to a car in the parking lot of an alternative school in Eton on Monday. Murray County deputies say they recovered 12.6 grams of marijuana and drug-related objects in the car. They…
Walker takes stand on second day of trial
The bus driver accused of causing a crash that killed six Woodmore Elementary School students in November 2016 takes the stand.
Barricaded suspect in a classroom at Dalton High
6:15 UPDATE: Dalton High School will be closed on Thursday. Students are allowed to come by the school and retrieve any personal belongings left behind during the evacuation. Classes will resume on Friday. ____ This is the window that was…
DENSO Expansion bringing hundreds of jobs to McMinn County
A global automotive supplier is expanding its operation in Athens, Tennessee. DENSO is creating 320 jobs and investing $190 million in its McMinn County facility. Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam and the Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Bob…
Local Pastors watch "Living Biblically" premiere, share thoughts on what it means to live by the Good Book
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A new CBS series puts religion in the forefront, but this isn't your average religious show. It's a comedy surrounding Christianity's most sacred text. The sitcom "Living Biblically" premiered Monday night. The show follows film critic…
Proposed amendment expands the rental district in Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A proposed amendment to the short-term vacation rental ordinance expands the rental district in Chattanooga. The changes were on Chattanooga City Council's agenda Tuesday and have passed the first reading. Councilperson Chip Henderson said the amendment…
House Fire Total Loss
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Sale Creek fire officials reported a home was destroyed by fire tonight. Around 8:30 pm a 9-1-1 call was made reporting a fire at 4122 Retro Hughes Road. Sale Creek Volunteer Fire Department responded and arrived…
