CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) Be prepared for some major traffic backups next week overnight on I-24. TDOT says crews will be placing new beams for the replacement bridges at South Moore and McBrien Roads. The work will be don at night, from…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Chattanooga Police say a shooting last night started with an argument over fireworks. It happened just after midnight in a neighborhood in East Chattanooga. First responders found a woman shot at the home on Hillwood Drive, not…
By TRAVIS LOLLER Associated Press Abstract: A Nashville judge has ruled that the writings of the person who killed three 9-year-olds and three adults at a private Christian elementary school in Nashville last year cannot be released to the public.…
POLK COUNTY, Tennessee (WDEF) - A truck fire has caused major traffic disruptions this morning along the Ocoee River corridor. The Tractor Trailer caught fire on Highway 64 beyond Lake Ocoee. The fire shutdown traffic in both directions for awhile.…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- If you're making the trip back after…
CHATTANOOGA,Tenn. (WDEF) From tasty cuisines to flavorful desserts, Vegan Outreach brought the year’s Vegan Chef Challenge to the scenic city. "Chattanooga vegan chef challenge has 14 Local Chattanooga chefs. They are releasing new…
News 12 This Morning: Hee Haw director, Marlene Basham (Minnie Pearl) and music director Landon Greer join News 12's Amelia Greer to preview a special event headed to Dunlap. DUNLAP,…
CHATTANOOGA, Tn. (WDEF) The sky was lit up with red, white and blue tonight as families and friends gathered for the annual Pops on the River event. It's a chance for everyone to enjoy a picnic on the lawn, listen…
PITTSBURG, Tn. (WDEF) Families and friends from all over the community joined in the festivities, eager to celebrate America’s birthday. The celebration featured something for everyone. From bouncy houses for the kids, to delicious treats from local food vendors. The…
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)-The body of a 7-year-old who was the subject of an amber alert has been found. The TBI reported this morning that a dive team located the body of Serenity Alanna Marie Kinsey in the lake near…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Big Dog Detail started working on cars here in Chattanooga back in 2023. The business is just one of three detailers in the area that…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Hamilton County Commission approved a new budget Wednesday morning. (more…)
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Vacation rentals are once again a topic of conversation among the Hamilton County Commission. (more…)
By SEUNG MIN KIM and WILL WEISSERT/Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — A defiant President Joe Biden vowed on Wednesday to keep running for reelection, rejecting growing pressure from Democrats to withdraw after a disastrous debate performance raised questions about his…
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) - In a heartwarming display of patriotism ahead of Independence Day, a resident of Cleveland has captured the community's attention with a unique and striking tribute to our nation. "The lady across the road says that when…
DALTON, Ga. (WDEF) -- Whitfield County Fire Chief Ed O'Brien has retired, according to the county's spokesperson. Whitfield County Government Press Release: Whitfield County Fire Chief Retires After Decades of Distinguished Service Whitfield County, GA – Whitfield County Fire Chief…
MURPHY, N.C. (WDEF) -- Harrah's Cherokee Valley River hit a milestone in its expansion project with a "topping out" ceremony. Harrah's is expanding with a new hotel being built next to the casino. The "topping out" ceremony featured the placement…
ROSSVILLE, Ga. (WDEF) -- Wednesday morning, Catoosa County deputies arrived on scene at a Rossville home where a 14-year-old was shot, according to the sheriff. It happened at about 9:30 a.m. at a home on Neal Drive. According to the…
UPDATES: July 3, 2024 EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Family and friends of the East Ridge officer struck by a car on the job are now collecting donations for him. A GoFundMe…
By TOM KRISHER and MATTHEW DALY/Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — General Motors will pay nearly $146 million in penalties to the federal government because 5.9 million of its older vehicles don't comply with emissions and fuel economy standards. The National…
ALTAMONT, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Grundy County School District alerted the community there are allegations of political coercion by a member of the Board of Education. The school district wrote a letter to the Swiss Memorial Elementary School community regarding…
By JOSH BOAK/Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden will award the Medal…
NASHVILLE (WDEF) - The Tennessee Department of Education handed out Perkins Reserve Grants today to state school systems. The money goes toward emerging technology programs. They particularly target rural areas to promote technical training. The systems had to submit a…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Independence Day, or the 4th of July, is coming soon. It's only about two weeks away, meaning it's time to decide how you plan to celebrate this…