Man arrested in connection with 2024 Fagan Street homicide
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A male suspect has been arrested in connection with a shooting that occurred in 2024 on Fagan Street. On October 5, 2024, officers…
Early morning fire destroys vacant Dalton home, fire officials say
DALTON, Ga. (WDEF) -- Crews with the Dalton Fire Department (DFD) responded to a house fire on Fairview Drive early Wednesday morning. DFD arrived at 500…
Trump announces 25% tariff on India
President Trump announced Wednesday the U.S. would impose tariffs of 25% on imports from India — in addition to an unspecified "penalty" — for what he said were its high tariffs and trade barriers, and…
First tsunami waves hit Hawaii after powerful 8.8 earthquake in Russia but they're relatively small
CBS NEWS Hawaii remains under a tsunami warning after one of the world's strongest earthquakes struck Russia's Far East early Wednesday, an 8.8-magnitude temblor that caused tsunami waves in Japan and Alaska and also prompted warnings for…
Dangerous heat threatens health across the Tennessee Valley
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - As the Tennessee Valley braces for heat index values nearing triple digits, local emergency officials and medical experts are urging the public to take…
Extreme heat poses deadly risk to pets
Hamilton County, Tenn. (WDEF) - As dangerous heat continues to blanket the Tennessee Valley, it’s not just people who need protection, our pets are also at risk. Local veterinarians…
Kelly proposes new property tax rate for first responder pay
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Will your property…
Local doctor talks main causes of bladder cancer following Sanders diagnosis
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Monday, legendary athlete and Colorado football coach Deion Sanders announced that he was diagnosed with bladder cancer. (more…)
Summer Fun Meets Holiday Cheer
HIXSON, Tenn. (WDEF) - Christmas came early to Hixson this weekend as Chester Frost Park transformed into a festive summer wonderland. The free “Christmas in July” event featured more than 30…
Missing Dog Sparks Outcry
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A Chattanooga family is sounding the alarm after their 2-year-old Presa Canario, Saint, was allegedly stolen right from their yard. Sydne-Joie Noel says the incident happened on Tuesday,…
CARTA secures $1.5M to expand zero-emission shuttle fleet
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Chattanooga Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA) is planning to expanding it's electric shuttle fleet. This is thanks to a $1.2 million grant from TDOT's Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) Improvement Program, plus a 20%…
RAM Hosts First-Ever Fundraising Telethon
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Remote Area Medical (RAM®) is hosting its first-ever Living the Giving telethon today, Tuesday, July 29, from 2 to 10 P.M. Eastern Time. The event will stream…
YouTube to roll out new AI-powered technology aimed at identifying teen users
YouTube announced on Tuesday it is planning to roll out a new age-estimation technology that will identify users under the age of 18. The new feature is intended to protect young teens from harmful content,…
Trump gives Russia 10 days to reach ceasefire agreement with Ukraine — or else face secondary sanctions
President Trump on Tuesday set a 10-day deadline for Russia to reach a ceasefire agreement with Ukraine, or else it risks secondary sanctions, which would mean the Kremlin would have to make a deal with…
U.K. will recognize Palestine as a state unless Israel moves toward ceasefire in Gaza, prime minister says
The United Kingdom will recognize Palestine as a state in September unless Israel takes "substantive steps" to end the "appalling situation in Gaza," Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer said Tuesday. Addressing reporters at Downing Street, the…
Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern propose merger to create nation's first transcontinental railroad
Union Pacific wants to buy Norfolk Southern in a $85 billion deal that would create the first transcontinental railroad in the U.S, and potentially trigger a final wave of rail mergers across the country. The proposed merger, announced Tuesday, would marry Union…
Man arrested after allegedly stealing girlfriend's car, leading deputies on pursuit
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A man was arrested Monday night after allegedly stealing his girlfriend's vehicle and leading deputies on a pursuit. On the…
Gunman in NYC office shooting in Midtown tried to target NFL, Mayor Eric Adams says
The gunman behind a deadly shooting rampage inside an office building in Midtown Manhattan Monday evening…
Chattanooga police arrest 18-year-old suspect in connection with Paw Trail shooting
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- An 18-year-old suspect has been arrested in a shooting that occurred Monday evening on Paw Trail. On July 28, 2025, at 7:29 p.m. officers with the Chattanooga Police Department (CPD)…
Chattanooga Urban League Shines on National Stage
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF)- The Urban League of Greater Chattanooga is celebrating a series of impressive victories following the 2025 National Urban League Conference, where the organization stood out for…
McMinn deputy involved in a gunfight, suspect now in custody
MCMINN COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Authorities have arrested a McMinn County man after engaging in a gunfire with a deputy Monday evening. On July 28, 2025,…
Officials urge precautions as temperatures soar
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Dangerously high temperatures are settling in across the Tennessee Valley. Emergency officials are urging the public to take precautions. The Hamilton County Emergency Services say the…
EXCLUSIVE: Local K9 Teams head to Texas to help with flood recovery
RHEA COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - This evening, in a News 12 exclusive, we are hearing from two local K9 teams who have been selected…
"Kite" at center of Bianca Horton murder case hearing
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A former Chattanooga gang member charged with first degree murder in a 2016 murder was back in court Monday. (more…)