Hamilton County corrections officer arrested for DUI & child neglect
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A Hamilton County corrections officer has been terminated after being arrested for a DUI and child neglect. At 11:20 p.m. September…
Celebrating 38 Years of Habitat for Humanity of Greater Chattanooga at the Raise the Roof Luncheon
For 38 years, Habitat for Humanity of Greater Chattanooga has built over 300 homes, helping individuals in need. Today, they held their Raise the Roof luncheon, which not only celebrated success but also provided insight into the inner workings of…
Scenic City Shakespeare brings Macbeth to Hixson
News 12 This Morning: Emma Collins and Amanda Medlin join News 12's Amelia Greer as they prepare to bring Macbeth to life this fall. HIXSON, Tenn. (WDEF) -- An acting…
Commissioners discuss Snow Hill Road safety concerns after fatal crash
OOLTEWAH, Tenn. (WDEF)- Last Thursday, an Ooltewah High School student died in a fatal crash. (more…)
County to fund school repairs, volunteer fire departments
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)- Hamilton County is set to fund 11 different school repair projects. (more…)
Chattanooga police make arrest in Brainerd Road robbery shooting
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Chattanooga Police (CPD) have made an arrest in connection to a robbery shooting on Brainerd Road September 14, 2024. CPD arrested Dedrrick Middlebrooks, 21, Wednesday September 25, 2024. He is…
U.S. Kentucky sheriff charged with killing judge pleads not guilty to murder charge
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Hamilton County and TVA prepares ahead of severe weather
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)-As rain and heavy wind from Hurricane Helene is making its way. Hamilton County and TVA is urging folks to starting making preparations for…
Ooltewah High School student arrested after making threat via note
OOLTEWAH, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A Ooltewah High School student has been arrested after making a threat on a note. Hamilton County Sheriff's Officer (HCSO) reported the…
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 The previous version launched in 2011 was very outdated, making it difficult…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…