From The Archives: Christmas Movies in 1986
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - While your family make hunker down for some serious steaming over Christmas weekend, the tradition used to be of bundling them all up to go to…
Gov. Lee pardons four people in our area
NASHVILLE, Tennessee (WDEF) - Tennessee's Governor extends a Christmas tradition by offering clemency to 16 people across the state, including four from our area. The Governor has the power to pardon or end sentences for prisoners, in consultation with the…
Good and Bad ideas for coping with the cold
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - If you are new to a house, there are several tips you should heed during an extreme cold spell like we're going to see tonight. -- trickle water from your faucet -- open cabinet drawers around your…
Rossville Police Captain Encourages Sexual Assault Victims to Come Forward
ROSSVILLE, Ga. (WDEF)- The Rossville Police Department is continuing their investigation into a local softball coach that is accused of sexual misconduct with minors. (more…)
Country Artist Elle King Teases New Year's Eve Bash
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Country music stars are taking the stage to celebrate 2023 as part of CBS' NEW YEAR'S EVE LIVE: NASHVILLE'S BIG BASH. Riverbend Festival alums Jimmie Allen and Elle King are…
Driving Our Economy Forward: Chattanooga Chamber's Impact on Businesses
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- When companies are looking to locate their operations in a new location, the local chamber of commerce can provide valuable information and resources. The Chattanooga Chamber talked…
Zelenskyy thanks 'every American,' sees 'turning point'
By ZEKE MILLER, LISA MASCARO and E. EDUARDO CASTILLO Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) - Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has paid a defiant wartime visit to Washington to thank U.S. leaders and “ordinary Americans”…
New Tyner Academy approved for 96 million dollars
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Wednesday morning, the Tyner Academy Community received an early Christmas gift courtesy of the Hamilton County Commission. It's one they've been asking for for a long time. The commission unanimously…
Suspect who escaped in squad car has now been arrested
TRENTON, Georgia (WDEF) - Dade County officers say they have captured a suspect who stole one of their squad cars in his escape. Eleven days ago,…
Accused rapist on TBI Most Wanted List arrested
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - The TBI reports the arrest of a rape suspect from Chattanooga after more than a decade. Mario Escobar is a native of Guatamala. Chattanooga Police…
Homeless Coalition Respond to Critical Wamp Letter
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Hamilton County District Attorney Coty Wamp sent a letter to the Hamilton County Commission criticizing the placement of certain individuals displaced by the Budgetel Evictions. (more…)
Crumbl Cookies Fined For Child Labor Violations
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A cookie shop in Hixson is facing punishment from the U-S Department of Labor for child labor law violations. Crumbl Cookies is accused of letting…
Collegedale Police identify truck driver in train collision
COLLEGEDALE, Tennessee (WDEF) - Collegedale Police are updating their investigation into the train collision Tuesday on Apison Pike. The driver of the truck that was hit by the…
Hamilton County Sheriff's Office Investigating In-Custody Death
According to the Hamilton County Sheriff's Department, Hamilton County EMS was called to Silverdale Detention Center in response to a medical emergency involving an unresponsive male inmate. The inmate was pronounced deceased at a local hospital. The Hamilton County Sheriff's…
Daniel Gilbert at CCA wins this week's Golden Apple Award
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - "On behalf of Food City and News Channel 12, I would like to present you with this week's Golden Apple Teacher Award. " "Oh my gosh, thank you so much!" DR.…
City arrives at compromise maximum tow truck rates
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - The Mayor's Office announces a deal over how much companies can charge for a tow in certain circumstances. The city sets a maximum charge that…
Neighbors, emergency management respond to Collegedale train collision
7pm UPDATE: Collegedale Police report the intersection is now back open to traffic. _________________ COLLEGEDALE, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Hundreds of first responders were called out to a violent train derailment in Collegedale Tuesday afternoon.…
University of Georgia System joins TikTok ban
ATLANTA (AP) — The University System of Georgia is following Gov. Brian Kemp’s lead and banning the use of TikTok, WeChat and Telegram on computers and phones owned by the system or any of its 26 universities and colleges. Spokesperson…
Homeless Man Prepares for Cold Weather
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Extremely cold temperatures are headed our way this weekend, getting as low as 10 degrees. For those without a home this holiday season, keeping warm is their utmost priority.…
Republicans blast plan to bus ICE detainees to Tennessee
NASHVILLE (WDEF) - The Governor and both U.S. Senators say the Biden administration is planning to bus ICE detainees from the border to Tennessee. They were briefed on Monday. Governor Lee says the plan is to send multiple busloads of…
Police make drug arrests after investigating shots fired in East Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Gunshots in East Chattanooga led police to make some drugs arrests on Tuesday. Officers heard the gunfire on Sheridan Avenue. They found shell casings in the backyard of a home and determined where the shots were fired…
Train hits road construction beam delivery truck in Collegedale
MORE INFORMATION: EMS now says the truck was carrying a single 134 foot concrete truss beam. The driver was waiting for a green light at the railroad…
Train Cars Derailed in Collegedale Tuesday Afternoon
Collegedale (WDEF-TV) - A train derailed at University Drive and Apison Pike in Collegedale Tuesday afternoon. Collegedale Police are asking drivers to avoid the area. This is a…
University High will direct high school students to college
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - UTC and Hamilton County Schools are teaming up to bring local high school students an even bigger opportunity. UTC and Hamilton County Schools signed an agreement today that will put…