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…)
Hamilton County Commission announces leadership changes
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Hamilton County Commission has made some leadership changes. (more…)
MAC asks for public’s help after goats found dead behind Aldi
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The McKamey Animal Center (MAC) is asking the public for help in regards to deceased goats found behind a local Aldi. On September 2, 2025, MAC received a report indicating there were dead animals in a…
Amazon is ending a Prime perk that allowed members to share free shipping
Amazon is ending a program that let Prime members share free shipping benefits with people outside their household. Instead, Amazon is encouraging users who don't live with the account holder to pay for their own…
Aquarium pump sparks small fire in Lakesite home
LAKESITE, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Dallas Bay fire crews put out a fire caused by an aquarium filter pump Wednesday morning. On September 3, 2025, at 10:29 a.m., crews…
New secondary barriers give added layer of security for airline cockpits
It's been nearly 25 years since 9/11, when terrorists hijacked commercial jetliners and turned them into weapons of mass destruction.…
Traffic stop leads to arrest in major electric grid vandalism case
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A traffic stop helped close a major investigation into critical infrastructure vandalism and theft in our region. On August 31,…
Fall favorite events return to the Chattanooga Zoo
Jake Cash and Cole Abbott are back from Warner Park to highlight some of their exciting fall attractions for kids and adults. 'Reptar' joins the crew and News 12's Amelia Greer as…
Volkswagen announces the furloughs of 160 employees
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- For the second time in a year, Volkswagen is scaling back the production of the electric vehicle made in Chattanooga. (more…)
Whitfield County Begins Roundabout Construction at Busy Intersection
Whitfield County -(WDEF)Crews have shut down Mount Vernon Road and Houston Valley Road to begin building a new roundabout — a project county leaders say will save lives and money. Whitfield County is handling construction in-house, reducing the price tag…