Testimony: Feds targeted Jimmy Haslam in raid but fell short
"I understand there are some folks at your house," and then handed the phone to a lawyer in Pilot's legal department.
Public Radio star Garrison Keillor latest fired for "inappropriate behavior"
" I'm 75 and don't have any interest in arguing about this."
The most popular Christmas Candy in Tennessee?
(WDEF) - You see these lists all over the internet these days. But this time, we rank the most popular Christmas Candy in each state. And the map from CandyStore.com has some good news from a certain candymaker in Cleveland.…
Volkswagen unveils prototype for compact electric SUV
LOS ANGELES, California (WDEF) - Volkswagen is launching a new vehicle at the Los Angeles Auto Show this week. They are showing off the concept version of a new, compact electric SUV. The I.D. CROZZ previews the first of VW's…
Nearly 100 soldiers returning to Fort Campbell
FORT CAMPBELL, Ky. (AP) - Nearly 100 Fort Campbell soldiers are returning home after a 9 month deployment to Europe. Fort Campbell says in a statement that soldiers are being welcomed home Wednesday in a ceremony on the post, which…
Silverdale inmate uses cell phone to stream Facebook video
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Some people don't let a few iron bars keep them from having a good time. News 12 received word earlier today that a Silverdale lockup might have a cell phone. That information was passed along to…
National Christmas tree shortage affecting local sales
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) -- It might be harder to find your perfect Christmas tree this year. Many places around the country are reporting a shortage in trees.This year's up-and-down weather has hurt the tree production around the Tennessee Valley and the…
Arby's buying Buffalo Wild Wings in deal valued at $2.4B
ATLANTA (AP) - Arby's is buying casual dining chain Buffalo Wild Wings in a deal worth about $2.4 billion. Arby's Restaurant Group Inc. said Tuesday that it will pay $157 per share. That's a 7 percent premium to Buffalo Wild…
Bradley suspect and hostage arrested after SWAT standoff
CLEVELAND, Tennessee (WDEF) - Neighbors who live in the Royal Oaks Subdivision are finally allowed to return to their homes after Bradley County deputies requested that residents stay away from the area following reports of a standoff and possible hostage.…
McKamey Miracle Dog walks again after hit by car
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) -- Thanks to the dedication of McKamey's staff and generous donations to the Mary Dube Angel fund, one dog is defying the odds and walking again. Gracie is McKamey Animal Shelter's latest sensation. "She turned out to be…
Former Walker County teacher pleads guilty to producing child pornography
McCormack is a former kindergarten teacher at Chattanooga Valley Elementary School.
Judge drops charges against Ooltewah rape case detective
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - Gatlinburg Detective Rodney Burns' attorney said he wants the public to know that burns did not commit perjury. Burns was accused of perjury during a hearing in the Ooltewah rape case. Tuesday afternoon Hamilton County…
Golden Apple: Jamika Walker
A teacher's love of math is spreading to her students, and that's earned her a Golden Apple Award.
Missing Bledsoe child recovered after seven months
Investigators say Jeremiah Frazier was taken by his mother seven months ago.
Auditors: Band leader stole booster club money for gambling
COLLIERVILLE, Tennessee (WDEF) - A middle school band director has been arrested over missing money. The Tennessee Comptroller's Officer determined that Jason Seek of Collierville Middle took at least $133,064 from the band booster club. The investigation began after school…
Man finds donation in a coat pocket, and then returns the roll of hundreds
An amazing story about a secret donor and the man who found the gift.
Victim of Dalton shooting in stable condition
DALTON, Georgia (WDEF) - The victim in the Monday evening shooting in Dalton is in stable condition on Tuesday. Police expect 18 year old James M. Walton to fully recover. He suffered gunshot wounds to the face and shoulder. Police…
Looking for a local charity for #GivingTuesday?
#CHAgives also has a list of local giving opportunities plus restaurants you can visit today and help causes
The Latest: Ex-marine thinks he can win Alabama Senate race
HOMEWOOD, Ala. (AP) - The Latest on Alabama Senate race. (all times local): 8:20 a.m. A former Marine who has launched a write-in campaign for the U.S. Senate seat in Alabama says he believes residents are not being properly represented…
City council to decide whether to do away with glass on Holmberg Bridge
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - In the next several months the Holmberg pedestrian bridge in Chattanooga could be going from glass to stainless steel. The bridge, known to many as the glass bridge, crosses Riverside Drive and is right next to…
Dalton Police: Victim shot in face; 2 suspects at large
DALTON, Ga. (WDEF) - Detectives have reportedly left the crime scene in Dalton, but are still working on leads in this evening's shooting investigation. Bruce Frazier with the Dalton Police Department states there is no new information to report at…
Board member arrested for false reports causing Grundy schools lockdown
GRUNDY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Grundy County school board member Kasey Anderson has been arrested for false reports after a text message she initiated caused the entire school system to go on a soft lock down Monday morning. The Grundy…
Grundy County School System fails to meet release deadline
Back in October, the Grundy County Director of Schools was given a month to hand over all records of reported hazing, abuse, or sexual abuse over the past five years.
Locals weigh in on Tennessee Coach Controversy
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - It's back to square one for the University of Tennessee's athletic department, after efforts to hire the Ohio State defensive coordinator fell through. The Vol fan base made its wishes known Sunday, and News 12's Ashley Henderson…
