UTC kick off school year with Operation Move-In
CHATTANOOGA,Tenn. (WDEF)- Downtown Chattanooga may have been a little busier on Thursday, but there is a reason for it. UTC is gearing up for Back to School with…
Soddy Daisy woman dies after early morning tragic accident
Soddy Daisy, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A woman from Soddy Daisy died after a freak accident involving a brake caliper. Autumn McClure and her boyfriend were driving her little…
Trader Joe's recalls more than 650,000 candles sold nationwide due to fire risk
Trader Joe's is recalling about 653,000 Mango Tangerine Scented Candles sold nationwide because the wax can become engulfed in a flame, making the product a fire hazard, the company said Thursday in a notice posted…
THP planning Chattanooga drivers license checkpoint in October
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) has announced they will be conducting a drivers license checkpoint in Chattanooga. The date is set for October 11, 2024 starting at 9:00 a.m. on West 37th…
In Matthew Perry's death, 5 charged including 2 doctors, actor's assistant and woman known as "Ketamine Queen"
Federal prosecutors announced criminal charges against five defendants including two doctors in the death of "Friends" actor Matthew Perry, nearly a year after he was found unresponsive at his home. U.S. Attorney for…
Usher reschedules two more performances in Atlanta
UPDATE: Usher has announced he's rescheduling his August 16 & 17 shows for his "Past, Present, Future" tour. Usher announced the rescheduling on social media August 15, 2024. In a statement, he said: Earlier…
Newly Wed Foods is expanding into Bradley County
BRADLEY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Tennessee Governor Bill Lee, Department of Economic and Community Development (TNECD) Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter and Newly Weds Foods, LLC officials announced Newly Wed Foods, LLC is…
Hackers may have stolen the Social Security numbers of all Americans. Here's what to know.
A new lawsuit is claiming hackers have gained access to the personal information of "billions of individuals," including their Social Security numbers, current and past addresses and the names of siblings and parents — personal data that could allow fraudsters…
At least 1 arrest made in connection to Matthew Perry’s death, law enforcement source says
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Authorities have arrested at least one person in connection with Matthew Perry’s death from an accidental ketamine overdose last year, a law enforcement official tells The Associated Press. The official was not…
Gov. Tim Walz, Sen. JD Vance agree to VP debate hosted by CBS News on Oct. 1
Washington — The vice presidential debate hosted by CBS News is set for Oct. 1 in New York City, with Democratic Gov. Tim Walz of Minnesota and GOP Sen. JD Vance of Ohio both agreeing…
Make-A-Wish grants Cleveland boy a trip to Disney
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A boy from Cleveland, Tennessee, has been granted a trip to Walt Disney World by Make-A-Wish East Tennessee. Christian Ingram will be surprised with a special school send-off…
First Jewish Food Festival, 'Nosh-a-Nooga' heads to Chattanooga
News 12 This Morning: Ann Treadwell and Randi Weiss with the Jewish Federation of Greater Chattanooga join News 12's Amelia Greer to preview the inaugural event and some traditional Jewish dishes that will…
Advocates Demand Advanced Car Technology to Prevent Tragic Heatstroke Accidents
With summer in full swing, it’s important to remember that car interiors can become dangerously hot in just minutes. In response, Kids and Car Safety is at the forefront of pushing for the immediate implementation of occupant detection technology in…
Commission approves $260 million bond to tackle school, wastewater projects
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Hamilton County Commission voted today on a $260 million dollar bond that would mostly go towards constructing or renovating several schools across…
Future of Small Business Incubator discussed
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A resource for prospective small businesses in Chattanooga was at the forefront of a lengthy discussion Wednesday. (more…)
Verizon outage in the Chattanooga area
UPDATE (August 15, 2024): The Verizon outage in Chattanooga has been restored. "A fiber cut caused a disruption in service for some customers in Chattanooga. Engineers were able to identify and resolve the issue and service was restored by 1:15…
HCSO investigating threat made by Brown Middle School student
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A student at Brown Middle School made a threat in a classroom that raised concerns. At 12:30 p.m., August 14, 2024, a male student made a statement in class that he wanted to "blow up…
Social media threat made by two McMinn County students
MCMINN COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Two McMinn County High School students have been suspended after making threats on social media. School administrators were made aware of the threats Wednesday morning, August 14, 2024. An…
Large drug bust uncovers meth, guns, and explosives in Athens
ATHENS, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Several organizations came together to uncover a large drug bust in McMinn County. A search warrant was served on August 7, 2024 for the 200 Block of Kenneth Street and a storage unit in Athens, Tennessee.…
Dogs facing euthanasia saved by local donors
UPDATE: The Murray County Animal Shelter has called off the euthanization of the group of dogs scheduled for today, and extended the deadline to Monday, August 19, 2024. The shelter received 9 sponsored adoptions thanks to donations from citizens and…
U.S. inflation slowed again in July, clearing the way for the Fed to begin cutting rates
By CHRISTOPHER RUGABER AP Economics Writer WASHINGTON (AP) — Year-over-year inflation reached its lowest level in more than three years in July, the latest sign that the worst price spike in four decades is fading…
Scottsboro police uncover meth after served search warrant
SCOTTSBORO, Al. (WDEF) -- The Scottsboro Police Department uncovered a group of drug traffickers after serving a search warrant August 12, 2024. The search warrant was for the 1200 block of Robinson Street…
Sunshine & Lemonade Festival heading to Collegedale Commons
News 12 This Morning: Tiffany Miller with Charlotte Grace Events and Rob Hoffbauer with Gramma's Fresh Squeezed Citrus Drinks join News 12's Amelia Greer to preview a festival that is…
Hamilton County Jail expansion opens
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office took control of the Silverdale Prison in 2021, in…
