Blue Cross announces job cuts amid rising health care costs
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- One of Chattanooga's largest employers is cutting and eliminating more positions. Blue Cross broke the news this morning to its employees. Company-wide…
SBA opens disaster loan program after devastating floods
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Folks affected by the devastating flash floods last month will soon be able to apply for low-interest federal disaster loans. These will…
Kappa Sigma fraternity no longer active at UTC after investigation
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The fraternity at the center of a hazing investigation at UTC is no longer active. Two pledges at the Kappa Sigma…
Monroe County man charged with second degree murder
MONROE COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A Monroe County man has been arrested and charged with second degree murder after stabbing a man at his home. On Thursday, September 4, 2025, at 11:45 p.m., a…
475 people detained in Georgia Hyundai raid by ICE, other agencies, officials say
In a large-scale immigration enforcement raid at a huge Hyundai facility in Georgia on Thursday, 475…
Darth Vader's lightsaber sells at auction for over $3.6 million
A lightsaber Darth Vader used in the Star Wars films "The Empire Strikes Back" and "Return of the Jedi" sold at auction Thursday…
The Chattanooga community shall overcome with an invitation for the "Community Sing"
Vincent Oakes and Sawyer Kennedy join News 12's Amelia Greer as the Chattanooga Boys Choir gets ready to host a special community event next Tuesday, Sept. 9. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -…
Phishing Scams on the Rise
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Phishing scams remain one of the most common, and costly, cybercrimes facing consumers and businesses today. According to the Better Business Bureau, more than 23,000 phishing reports…
This Season Will be Last for Fairmount Orchard
SIGNAL MOUNTAIN, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Fairmount Farms has been a Signal Mountain Staple for over 100 years, but this season will be its last. Fruit stand operator Jennifer…
Noontunes Returns with Lunchtime Concerts
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Lunchtime in downtown is about to get a lot more lively. The popular Noontunes concert series is back for another season, bringing live music to Miller…
Downtown Chattanooga Gears Up for World-Class Bluegrass
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF)- Get ready, Chattanooga—the banjos and fiddles are about to take over downtown. At Finley Stadium Thursday morning, the City Center Council welcomed organizers of the IBMA…
CHA announces new, non-stop United Airlines flight to Newark
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA) has announced a new, non-stop flight to Newark, New Jersey (EWR) through United Airlines. This flight will start Monday, January 6, 2026, and operate on Mondays,…
2 tourists fall to their deaths in separate incidents near Alaska glacier
Two tourists fell to their deaths this week near a glacier in southeastern Alaska, in separate fatal incidents, authorities said. Thomas Casey, 69, was last seen early Saturday, Alaska Wildlife Troopers said in a dispatch. The Arizona…
Larry Ward to throw last first pitch at AT&T Field Sunday
News 12 at Noon: Veteran voice of the Chattanooga Lookouts Larry Ward joins News 12's Chip Chapman as the Lookouts get ready to close a chapter at AT&T Field. …
Sheriff Austin Garrett announces re-election bid for 2026
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Hamilton County Sheriff Austin Garrett has announced his campaign for re-election. The announcement came on the morning of September 4, 2025. “Serving as…
Powerball estimated jackpot soars to $1.7 billion for Saturday drawing after no one won Wednesday's $1.4 billion grand prize
The Powerball jackpot soared to an estimated $1.7 billion for Saturday night's drawing after no tickets came up winners of Wednesday's $1.4 grand prize, Powerball said. Saturday's pot of gold would have an estimated cash value…
Spirit Airlines ending service in 12 cities, including Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Spirit Airlines has announced its ending service in 12 cities, including Chattanooga. Spirit Airlines filed for its second bankruptcy on August 29, 2025.…
Local author shares her grief in a new collection of poetry
Local author and former educator in the Sequatchie Valley, Natalie Kimbell joins one of her former students News 12's Amelia Greer to feature her newest publication. DUNLAP, Tenn. (WDEF)…
Collegedale's city manager resigns during commission meeting
COLLEGEDALE, Tenn. (WDEF)- The city of Collegedale is experiencing a sudden change in leadership. (more…)
Tennessee Drinking Rates Rise Unexpectedly
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Alcohol use in the United States is falling, but not in Tennessee. A new report from food and beverage software company Trace One, using data from the…
Mother in Court Following School Incident
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Hamilton County deputies say a mother is facing charges after an incident at Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy last month. On the morning of Tuesday, August 19, a student went…
Florida moving to end all childhood vaccine mandates, DeSantis says, making it first state to do so
Governor Ron DeSantis and state Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo have announced that Florida will work to phase out all childhood vaccine mandates in the state, making it the first in the nation to do…
Federal judge dismisses inmate death lawsuit against Hamilton County and former sheriff
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by the estate of a former inmate against Hamilton County and its former sheriff. On Wednesday, August 27, 2025, U.S. District Court…
Shipley clarifies stance on commissioner travel fund controversy
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)- A Hamilton County commissioner who was angry over a report of inappropriate travel reimbursements issued an apology Wednesday morning. (more…)