Colorful north Georgia fish could get federal protection
ATLANTA (AP) - A shiny orange fish living in a north Georgia river is being considered for federal protection as a rare species.
Pedestrian struck and killed on North Lee Hwy
BRADLEY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Bradley County authorities say no charges will be filed after a pedestrian was fatally struck by a vehicle on North Lee Highway.
While many stymied by FEMA, Nashville wins flood challenges
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - While Federal Emergency Management Agency denials and reversals have roiled some communities following natural disasters, officials in Tennessee's capital have been unusually successful at winning their appeals.
Atlanta police charge mother after boys, 1 and 2, found dead
ATLANTA (AP) - Police have charged an Atlanta woman with murder in the deaths of two of her sons, ages 1 and 2.
Georgia soldier killed in Niger ambush back home for burial
LYONS, Ga. (AP) - A Georgia soldier killed in an ambush in Africa has returned home to be laid to rest.
Incline Art Crawl brings artists together in Saint Elmo
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A new bi-annual art crawl is showcasing artwork on the Incline. 40 artists came together in Saint Elmo, displaying many different forms of art. They were set up next to the Incline and welcomed visitors as…
Oktoberfest brings German flair to Chattanooga Market
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The annual Oktoberfest is underway this weekend. The event kicked-off at the Chattanooga Market, and brought in German flair. Chattanooga's Oktoberfest comes complete with German food, German traditions, music and beer. "The beer, the brats, ah well…
Driver identified in fatal I-75 crash
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A South Carolina woman dies in a vehicle wreck in Bradley County.
Riley throws for 232 yards, Mercer beats Chattanooga 30-10
MACON, Ga. (AP) - Kaelan Riley threw for 232 yards and two touchdowns to help lead Mercer to a 30-10 win over Chattanooga on Saturday. It was Mercer's third straight victory after dropping three consecutive games. Riley was 20-of-27 passing…
Memphis' request to remove Confederate statue denied
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) - The Tennessee Historical Commission has denied a request from Memphis officials to remove a statue of a Confederate general from a city park.
University of Tennessee considers outsourcing maintenance
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - A Chicago-based company says it could save the University of Tennessee system $6.8 million on its facilities and maintenance costs.
As Atlanta's airport grows, smaller airports lose passengers
ATLANTA (AP) - A new report shows that airports in large cities are gaining passengers - and smaller towns are losing them.
Georgia deer season open to hunters with bows, muzzleloaders
SOCIAL CIRCLE, Ga. (AP) - Deer season has opened in Georgia for hunters using bows and muzzle-loading guns.
Emily's List of Weekend Activities - October 14, 2017
The Scenic City's oldest and largest Oktoberfest celebration is happening this weekend.
Counselors give advice on how to handle severe hazing situations
After the Grundy County High School situation, where five students face attempted aggravated rape charges, counselors have advice for parents, if they suspect their child is in a severe hazing situation.
Cows block traffic on I-40 in Tennessee after semi overturns
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (CBS News) -- A semi-truck hauling multiple cows has overturned on a highway in Tennessee, subsequently blocking several lanes of traffic in the area, CBS affiliate WTVF-TV reports.
Crocodile suspected in killing of dementia patient
BRISBANE, Australia (CBS News) -- Authorities in northern Australia were searching on Friday for a crocodile suspected of killing a dementia patient who wandered from a nursing home, police said.
Facebook takes on food delivery, challenges Uber and others
NEW YORK (AP) - Several online services already offer food delivery, but that doesn't mean Facebook won't jump on board anyway.
Titans WR: Bad choice to tweet he'd quit over anthem rule
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Titans wide receiver Rishard Matthews says he made a bad decision on Twitter to threaten to quit football if the NFL institutes a new rule mandating players stand for the national anthem.
News 12 Then: Were we better drivers back in 1992?
Our reporter wondered why people don't seem to use their turn signals.
Tunnel Hill officer faces child sex charge
ROSWELL, Georgia (WDEF) - A law enforcement officer in northwest Georgia has been charged with a sex crime. Abraham Galvan was a part time officer for Tunnel Hill police. But police in Roswell, Georgia have charged him in an undercover…
18 wheeler overturns on I 24, again
it did spill thousands of pounds of sheetrock on the interstate.
Rehearsing for Miss Tennessee Pageant this weekend
CLARKSVILLE, Tennessee (WDEF) - The 2018 Miss Tennessee USA and Miss Tennessee Teen USA Pageant is in Clarksville this weekend. The contest is Saturday night at the Austin Peay State University Music and Mass Communications Building. Here's a look at…
