Human remains found in Parkstown Community near Etowah
ETOWAH, Tennessee (WDEF) - The TBI is investigating the discovery of human remains Tuesday near Etowah. The McMinn County Sheriff's Office says they were found in a wooded area near the…
HPAI Detected in Walker County Poultry Flock
WALKER COUNTY -- Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) has been detected in a commercial poultry flock in Walker County, according to Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper. He shares there is no…
Verizon Outage Felt Across the Nation
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A Verizon outage has affected individuals and businesses across the nation. Customers who have iPhones may experience their device being in "SOS" mode. This means that the device does not have adequate cell service. In this…
Top doctors arrested after 9 newborns die at hospital in Russia: "A crime against the country"
Russian police have arrested the chief physician and the acting head of intensive care at a Siberian hospital where nine babies died this month, prosecutors said Wednesday. The case, which has shone a spotlight…
Boyd Buchanan to Hold Prayer Vigil for Faculty Member
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. -- Boyd Buchanan School has shared that a vigil will be held for a faculty member who passed away unexpectedly. The Prayer Vigil will take place at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, January 14, in the Jett Gym. Our…
A glimpse in the past with help from the next generation
Tom Griscom and Linda Moss Mines join News 12's Chip Chapman following the announcement of a new interactive history experience in Chattanooga. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - This year is the…
Trump says anything less than having Greenland in the United States’ hands is ‘unacceptable’
By EMMA BURROWS ASSOCIATED PRESS NUUK, Greenland (AP) - President Donald Trump said Wednesday that NATO should help the U.S. acquire Greenland and anything less than American control is unacceptable, hours before…
Ford's F-150 remains the most popular used vehicle in Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Pickup trucks still rule in Chattanooga. Pickup brands scored the top three positions in used vehicle sales here in 2025. iSeeCars does an annual survey of the most popular used vehicles per city. The top 3 in…
Vanderbilt moving to San Francisco and West Palm Beach
NASHVILLE (WDEF) - Vanderbilt University continues their push to expand nationwide. They announced two expansion steps on Tuesday. University officials announced that they are buying the California College of the Arts campus in San Francisco. They plan to create a…
Walker County Animal Shelter extends euthanasia deadline
WALKER COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) - The director of the Walker County Animal Shelter says euthanasia lists are created when the shelter reaches critical capacity. She explains that many animals…
Federal student loan borrowers face wage garnishment notices
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Trump administration has begun sending wage garnishment notices to borrowers who have defaulted on their federal student loans. The first wave of roughly…
Families Explore School Options
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Families across Tennessee have access to a wide range of K–12 education options, including traditional public schools, public charter schools, public magnet schools, private schools, online learning programs,…
Tips To Prepare for Cold Weather
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Hamilton County is forecast to experience a stretch of cold weather this week, with overnight lows dropping below freezing in several areas. These temperatures can pose…
Golden Apple Award: Ramona DeLay, Ringgold Middle School
RINGGOLD, GA (WDEF) - Ramona Delay cares about all her Ringgold Middle School students past and present. Her dedication extends far beyond school hours. Her tireless dedication earned…
Planning Commission denies Snow Hill Road neighborhood development
OOLETWAH, Tenn. (WDEF)- Development in Ooltewah, especially along Snow Hill Road, has been a long topic of debate. A new proposal is sparking similar, but also new concerns.…
Double shooting in East Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Chattanooga Police are looking for suspects in a deadly shooting Monday night. Two people were shot on North Willow Street around 10:30. A 37 year old man was killed. Another victim who was a juvenile was listed…
TDEC to Accept Grant Applications for Waste Tire Reuse
The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) will begin accepting applications Thursday, Jan. 15 for grants from the state’s Tire Environmental Act Program (TEAP). The grants are to fund projects that create or support beneficial uses for waste tires.…
Mayor Kelly reacts to Patten Parkway decision, new crime stats
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- We are hearing the reaction to Monday's Patten Parkway decision from Chattanooga Mayor Tim Kelly. He is represented by Senior Advisor Chris Anderson on the Planning Commission, who voted against the denial of a proposed 12 story…
The portal is open to apply for Education Freedom Scholarships for your kids in Tennessee
NASHVILLE (WDEF) - The application portal opens today for parents wanting to get in on the Education Freedom Scholarships in Tennessee. You can sign up for the next school year beginning at 1:00 EST by clicking here (noon CST). The Education…
Tennessee lawmakers plan more immigration bills this year
NASHVILLE, Tennessee (WDEF) - The Tennessee Legislature begins this year's session today at noon (CST). Republicans, who hold a super-majority in the legislature, are talking about more bills this session to support the President's immigration crackdown. House Speaker Cameron Sexton…
Volunteers Needed to Retire Wreaths at Chattanooga National Cemetery
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Wreaths Across Chattanooga is asking for volunteers to help on Saturday, January 17, at 9:00 a.m. to retire wreaths at the Chattanooga National Cemetery. They ask volunteers to pull into the cemetery on the right side of…
FEMA Announces Nearly $9 Million in Tennessee Funding
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has announced nearly $9 million in federal funding is now available to communities in Tennessee affected by Tropical Storm Helene and other past disasters. This money is available as…
People inside Iran describe heavy security and scattered damage in first calls to outside world
By JON GAMBRELL Associated Press DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) - Iranians made phone calls abroad for the first time in days Tuesday after authorities severed communications during a crackdown on nationwide protests that activists say killed at least 646…
What type of tax do we love to hate the most?
NASHVILLE, Tennessee (WDEF) - A new survey may surprise taxpayers in our region. The folks at 5SarLoans.com conducted the poll to find out which kind of tax we hate the most. And it wasn't the income tax. Tennesseans despise their…