City of Chattanooga launches new city website
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Chattanooga City Mayor Tim Kelly announced the new look for the city's website. The previous version launched in 2011 was very outdated, making it difficult…
Sequatchie Constable indicted on child abuse charges
DUNLAP, Tennessee (WDEF) - A Sequatchie County couple have been indicted on child abuse charges. Justin and Tonya Higgenbottom are accused of child abuse, neglect and false imprisonment of a minor child. Justin has also been indicted for official misconduct…
Former Tennessee State Trooper charged with rape & misconduct
SEQUATCHIE COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A former Tennessee State Trooper has been arrested for rape after the TBI conducted an investigation. The 12th Judicial District Attorney General, Courtney Lynch, requested TBI special agents to…
Chattanooga Police respond to Hixson shots fired call, one injured
HIXSON, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Chattanooga Police (CPD) responded to a shots fired call in Hixson Wednesday morning. Officers were dispatched to 903 Forest Dale Lane at 9:45 a.m. CPD has confirmed one person has been shot. The individual has been…
Man arrested after threatening Red Bank High School via TikTok
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A man has been arrested after making threats on social media toward Red Bank High School. According to the Hamilton County…
The Morton J. Kent Habilitation Center Celebrates 30 Years
The Morton J. Kent Habilitation Center, lovingly referred to as the "Hab Center," is celebrating 30 years of service and commitment to making a positive impact on individuals with developmental disabilities. The day featured staff sharing stories about their impactful…
East Ridge to celebrate start of fall with annual Fall Festival
News 12 This Morning: Cameron McAllister and Shawnna Skiles join News 12's Amelia Greer to preview the third annual Fall Festival in East Ridge. EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Get…
Firefighters respond to early morning house fire in Hixson
HIXSON, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A family escaped a house fire early Wednesday morning in Hixson. Chattanooga firefighters responded…
Summerville preparing for potential floods from Helene
SUMMERVILLE, Ga. (WDEF)- With Tropical Storm Helene approaching the Tennessee Valley, some local…
TWRA considering various fee increases
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) says they are considering an increase in various license fees. (more…)
Golden Apple Award: Anna Hutcherson, Soddy Daisy Middle School
SODDY DAISY, TN (WDEF) - Anna Hutcherson has a healthy respect for her Soddy Middle school students, but she also expects them to rise to their full potential every day, and…
Chattanooga Fire Department responds to overturned semi truck
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Chattanooga Fire Department responded to an overturned semi-truck off of Compress Street. Firetrucks was dispatched to the 200 block of Compress Street at…
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Partners with Mt. Canaan Baptist Church for Drive-Through Flu Shot Clinic
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee is teaming up with Mt. Canaan Baptist Church for a drive-through flu shot clinic. From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, community members came out to receive their flu vaccinations without leaving their vehicles. This partnership…
Hixson I Heart Mac and Cheese closed
HIXSON, Tenn. (WDEF) -- I Heart Mac and Cheese Hixson location officially shut their doors September 23, 2024. I Heart Mac and Cheese had their first opening on Monday,…
IMAX Theater welcomes hundreds of filmmakers to Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Chattanooga’s IMAX Theater hosted this year Giant-Screen Cinema Association Conference. "It is our largest event, and we bring delegates from all over the United States…
Chattanooga Police make arrest in Oakland Avenue homicide
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Chattanooga Police (CPD) have arrested a 16-year-old in connection to the homicide that occurred on Oakland Avenue August 7, 2024. CPD responded to the 4800 block of Oakland Avenue August 7, at 3:37 a.m. When officers…
Fort Payne man sentenced to life in prison for first degree assault
FORT PAYNE, Al. (WDEF) -- A Fort Payne man has been sentenced to life in prison for fire degree assault. Law enforcement were dispatched to a shooting in the Kirk's Grove Community June 17,…
5-year-old injured after accidental shooting in Chester Frost Park
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Hamilton County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) is investigating an accidental shooting in Chester Frost Park that injured a 5-year-old. Park Rangers and medical personnel were dispatched at 11:50 a.m. to 2277 Gold Point Circle North at…
Missing person found deceased in single vehicle crash off GA-136
WALKER COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) -- A missing person was found dead several hours later after their car overturned down a Lookout Mountain embankment. Troopers from Post 41 LaFayette were called to investigation a single vehicle crash off of GA-136 at…
Motorcyclist arrested after pursuit on US Highway 27
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A motorcyclist was arrested after leading Hamilton County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) deputies on a pursuit up US Highway 27. HCSO reported at 4:40…
Local Boy Scouts "shoot for the moon" in this year's fundraiser
News 12's Chip Chapman sits with Cherokee Area Boy Scout Isabel Holland from Troop 1076 to talk about the MoonPie Sale Season. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Fall is officially here and meaning…
Kids and Car Safety Commends Toyota's Innovative Rear-Seat Reminder Technology in 2025 Sienna
A significant stride in child safety has been made, with Kids and Car Safety proudly acknowledging Toyota for its innovative rear-seat reminder technology featured in the 2025 Toyota Sienna. This cutting-edge system aims to prevent children from being unknowingly left…
Grand opening at new East Ridge animal shelter
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF) – Thursday, September 26th, the city will hold the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at the new Animal Shelter. Construction of the new animal shelter in East…
