Voices on both sides heard at No Kings Day protest
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - “No Kings Day” Protest Brings National Movement to Chattanooga. A national protest movement called “No Kings Day” reached Chattanooga on Saturday, drawing…
Catoosa County Fire Department Hosts Patriotic Flag Retirement Ceremony
The Catoosa County Fire Department held a solemn and patriotic flag retirement ceremony today at Fire Station 10 in Fort Oglethorpe, honoring American flags that have become worn, tattered, or faded with time. Dozens of local residents, veterans, firefighters, and…
Bethlehem Community Center Hosts Annual Southside Juneteenth Jubilee
The Bethlehem Community Center is honoring freedom, unity, and culture through its annual Southside Juneteenth Jubilee, held Saturday in the heart of Chattanooga’s Alton Park neighborhood. The event brought out families from across the community for a day filled with…
Howard High School Alumni Celebrate 160 Years of Legacy and Pride
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF) Howard High School alumni gathered this weekend to celebrate a major milestone — 160 years of history, impact, and enduring Tiger pride. The celebration took the form of a lively outdoor cookout, where graduates from across the…
Minnesota Rep. Hortman and husband killed, Sen. Hoffman and wife wounded
CBS: Minnesota state Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband were killed, and state Sen. John Hoffman and his wife were wounded in politically motivated shootings overnight, Gov. Tim Walz said Saturday. Hortman, 55, and her husband were shot in their…
Suspect shot after using car to hit Officer
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WDEF) - At the request of 30th Judicial District Attorney General Steve Mulroy, TBI special agents continue to investigate the circumstances of an officer-involved shooting Friday night involving the Memphis…
Bonnaroo canceled due to weather
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Bonnaroo 2025 is canceled because of the weather. Just one day after thousands arrived for the start of Bonnaroo in Manchester, TN on Thursday they are now all going to have to go home This…
Battle of the Badges Blood Drive
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The annual Battle of the Badges Blood Drive wrapped up another year of friendly competition between the Catoosa and Walker County Sheriff’s Offices, proving once again…
Deadbird Studio Opens to Public
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - It’s a hidden piece of Chattanooga’s music history, now stepping into the spotlight. Once a secret recording space known only to insiders, Deadbird Studio has officially opened…
Dueling visions presented ahead of Plan Hamilton vote
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Two different visions of future growth in rural Hamilton County are making their case for what limits should be placed on new housing. (more…)
Forever chemical test results in North Georgia alarm scientists
CHATSWORTH, Ga. (WDEF)- A group of environmental scientists in northwest Georgia say recent test results of forever chemicals in North Georgia have them alarmed. (more…)
Fleischmann reacts to Israel-Iran conflict
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- We spoke with Congressman Chuck Fleischmann on the military operation conducted by Israel against Iran. (more…)
Incline Railway on track to open next month
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- CARTA CEO Charles Frazier gave an update on the repair progress of the Incline Railway. (more…)
Anker recalls more than 1.1 million power banks after some users report fires
Anker Innovations is recalling 1.15 million portable chargers after…
Two women arrested in Chattanooga human trafficking operation
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A human trafficking investigation in Chattanooga has led to the arrest of two women as part of an undercover operation. On June 9, 2025 law enforcement agencies carried out a targeted operation to crack down…
Air India crash puts spotlight on Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner safety and the company's recent troubles
The Air India plane crash on Thursday is putting a renewed spotlight on Boeing, the manufacturer of the 787-8 Dreamliner aircraft that crashed in the western Indian city of Ahmedabad with 242 passengers and crew on board.…
Blood Assurances calls for donations during the "100 Deadliest Days of Summer"
Brooke Katz with Blood Assurance joins News 12's Amelia Greer to remind the community to donate blood during a critical time this summer. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Blood Assurance needs donations all…
At least 5 dead, 2 missing in San Antonio after rapid flooding
Five people have been found dead and two others are missing in San Antonio, Texas, after heavy rains caused flooding on highways throughout the city, authorities said Thursday. Heavy overnight rains led to water rescue…
First Responder Hero Award: Janet Tomaszewski
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - News 12 is recognizing some of the bravest members of our community through the First Responder Hero Award. Whether someone is an EMT, paramedic, firefighter, or…
Basecamp Summer Edition Connects Chattanooga Locals with Career Opportunities
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF)– The Enterprise Center hosted its summer edition of Basecamp Thursday at the Chattanooga Choo Choo—bringing together job seekers, professionals, and community members for a day of networking, learning, and opportunity. The free event focused on career paths…
Google, OpenAI, Spotify experience outage, affecting tens of thousands of users
Google, OpenAI, Spotify, Amazon Web Services and OpenAI were all down on Thursday after a wide-spread tech outage. Tens of thousands of users reported issues on Downdector.com, a website that tracks outages. A large number…
Developer says Foundry District around Erlanger Park is on target
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- An update was provided Thursday on Erlanger Park and its surrounding development in the South Broad District. (more…)
Plans for Hawk Hill still being developed
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- As Erlanger Park continues to head for completion, talks are ramping up about the future of the Lookouts’ current home. (more…)
Arias-Cristobal speaks on experience in immigration custody
WASHINGTON (WDEF)- A Dalton teenager who could face deportation took part in a Senate judiciary hearing in Washington D.C. (more…)