Some financing documents still to be signed for South Broad Stadium
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- As construction for the new South Broad Stadium has officially begun, the financing details are still being finalized. (more…)
GOP Rep. Andy Ogles of Tennessee says FBI took his cellphone in campaign finance probe
By JONATHAN MATTISE Associated Press Abstract: Republican U.S. Rep. Andy Ogles of Tennessee says the FBI took his cellphone in an investigation of issues in his campaign finance reporting. The first-term member of the conservative Freedom Caucus said Tuesday on…
Grand Jury indicts Crossville detective with assaulting suspect
CROSSVILLE, Tennessee (WDEF) - A grand jury has indicted a police detective from Crossville with assault. The TBI was asked to investigate the case against Crossville Detective Tyrel Lorenz in June. He was accused of assaulting a suspect after a…
Zimbabwe national convicted of running romance schemes through Georgia
ATLANTA, Georgia (WDEF) - A jury has convicted a woman of laundering money from a variety of scams, including romance fraud online. Sherlyn Sims, a/k/a “Sherlyn Dzinzi,” is from Zimbabwe, but she set up business in Georgia. Prosecutors accused her…
Reminder: Watch for school buses beginning tomorrow
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - School buses hit the streets again on Wednesday morning as a new year begins in Hamilton County and other nearby areas. First Student is reminding drivers what that means. And it comes down to three simple things:…
Suspect in viral Jasper arrest video files a lawsuit
JASPER, Tennessee (WDEF) - A Marion County man has filed a federal lawsuit over his arrest by Jasper Police last year. Samuel Hryncewiz was a passenger in a car that was pulled over by…
Bradley County has two finalists for state education awards
NASHVILLE (WDEF) - Two members of the Bradley County school system are finalists for state education awards. The Department of Education announced today three finalists for each region of the state in the Principal of the Year and Supervisor of…
Chattanooga remembers Councilman Moses Freeman Jr.
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Chattanooga remembers the life of former City Councilman Moses Freeman Junior. "He was he was a special person, you know, he was always interested in moving forward education and everything in a black community that was positive," said…
Harris selects Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as running mate
WASHINGTON (AP) — Vice President Kamala Harris picked Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz to be her running mate on Tuesday, according to three people familiar with her decision, after a breakneck selection process that began barely two weeks ago when she…
Construction related road closures
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Some road closures will be impacting people's commutes during the weeks of August 5th through August 16th. 3815 North Terrace Ave North Terrace Ave west of Belvoir Ave will be reduced to a single lane from…
What's Right With Our Schools: Howard's Summer Success
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) - A successful school year often begins in the Summertime. Students at Howard High had a chance to boost their skills and repair their grades…
Judge denies motion to quash evidence in Chen murder case
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The man charged with the murder of 22 year old Jasmine Pace in November 2022 was back…
Suspect charged with arson for Chattery fire
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Investigators have now charged a suspect with burning The Chattery offices on Sunday morning. The Chattery is a nonprofit the offers classes on cooking and crafts located on Rossville Avenue…
Georgia men sentenced for gun trafficking
ATLANTA, Georgia (WDEF) - Two Georgia men have been sentenced for trafficking firearms that ended up at crime scenes all across the country and Canada. Federal prosecutors say Alvin Demar paid Joshua Carter and others to buy handguns, at least…
Gas prices on the rise once again
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- It looks like gas prices are back on the rise. According to GasBuddy, prices have risen o.11 cents per gallon in the last week. This averages to $3.01/g in Chattanooga today. However, prices are about $0.17…
Library to host lineup of programs throughout August
News 12 This Morning: Library director, Will O'Hearn joins News 12's Amelia Greer to highlight an array of activities going on at the Chattanooga Public Library this August. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)…
GDOT begins preparation for tropical storm Debby
GEORGIA (WDEF) -- Georgia Governor Brian Kemp has issued a state of emergency for all 159 counties in the state ahead of tropical storm Debby. Debby is expected to strengthen to a Category 1 hurricane…
Aerosmith announces retirement from touring due to Steven Tyler's vocal injury
BOSTON - Massachusetts-based rock band Aerosmith has announced that they're retiring from touring and cancelling their farewell tour due to lead singer Steven Tyler's vocal injury. In a statement posted on social media, the band said, in part, "We've always…
Georgia's 'Addy's Law' goes into place before the school year
DALTON, Ga. (WDEF) -- The Dalton Police Department posted on Facebook reminding everyone that Addy's Law is now in place in time for the new school year. Addy's Law took effect July 1, 2024 after…
Trump goes after both GA and TN governors on social media
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Former President Donald Trump has said some interesting things about Tennessee Governor Bill Lee and Georgia Governor Brian Kemp on social media over the last few days. Trump first spoke about Lee by posting this statement…
Motorcyclist killed on Suck Creek Road
SIGNAL MOUNTAIN, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A motorcyclist died in the early morning hours of August 4, 2024 on Suck Creek Road. Hamilton County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) deputies responded to a pedestrian struck call at approximately…
Tropical Storm Debby becomes 4th named storm of the Atlantic hurricane season, threatens Florida's Gulf Coast
Tropical Storm Debby became the fourth named storm of the Atlantic hurricane season, the National Hurricane Center said Saturday, and is likely to bring drenching rain and coastal flooding to much…
Five former officers arrested in connection to assault on an inmate
ROME, Ga. (WDEF) -- The Georgia Bureau of Investigations (GBI) has arrested five former officers for assault on…
Man faces additional charges in child exploitation case
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A man from McMinn County faces more charges for sexual exploitation of a minor. In April 2024, Cody Gunter was arrested for sexual exploitation and solicitation of a minor. The…