Laz Paz educates Hispanic community about Census 2020
An Organization in Chattanooga wants to make sure everyone in the Hispanic community is counted in the 2020 Census.
Teen Suicides Rates On The Increase
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- This week, a local high school student took his own life while on the phone with his girlfriend... forcing her to witness the whole event. Erlanger Children's Hospital CEO, Don Mueller says, "Across all of our facilities,…
Volkswagen announces East Tennessee innovation hub
The research will focus on developing lighter vehicle parts for the vehicles and electric technology.
Chattahooligans recover some of their stolen gear
"While there is still so much yet unaccounted for, the banners and signs located give us hope that our remaining match day supplies might be found."
Police arrest suspect in Sixth Avenue shooting
They have charged a 16 year old male for the shooting
Chattahooligans get trailer back empty, hopeful to find missing gear
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - "We have all different ways that we support the club and the game day experience, and the banners and the flags are just one small piece, because it's something that's tangible that you can touch and…
Hamilton County School Board Approves Security Measures
The Hamilton County conducted a meeting today discussing a number of topics regarding education.
Senior Matters: Not retiring from working out
"I lost 30 years of my life just working myself to death.And I thought I only go around life once..so I'm gonna have fun."
News 12 Then: Harold Wayne Nichols testifies in 1990
Watch our story from 1990 when Harold Wayne Nichols took the stand
Homes get fixed through Orchard Knob Collaborative initiative
Different Chattanooga area organizations are partnering up to fix homes for people in need.
Parents arrested after 5 year old brings marijuana products to school
The charges include Cruelty to Children.
A year later, police still looking for Kasey Carter
"It would mean her kids getting their mother back"
Woman killed in Cleveland crash
CLEVELAND, Tennessee (WDEF) - Cleveland police are investigating a traffic crash that resulted in the death of one person. At 8:25 this morning, a 2006 Jeep Liberty, driven by 73 year old Pamela Wheeler was traveling south when it left…
Truck driver killed after being hit by a train
His truck had become stuck on the tracks.
Chattahooligans trailer recovered, but no gear inside
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Chattanooga Police say they have recovered the trailer stolen from the fan group known as the Chattahooligans. Auto Crimes officers located it late yesterday. But Chattahooligan officials tell us it was empty. They lost their tailgating gear,…
Locals to be featured on HGTV's 'House Hunters'
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - For about two years, Nina Morris has been in the Scenic City helping people find their home match. But for the first time, she'll be putting her skills to work on HGTV's "House Hunters." "It was…
Cadets learn about their city in community immersion project
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Chattanooga Police cadets presented their community immersion project this afternoon. The project requires them to spend 50 hours with a specific community group learning about their history, values, and challenges faced. The cadets then present what they've…
Tennessee sets execution date for Harold Wayne Nichols
NASHVILLE (WDEF) - The Tennessee Supreme Court today set two execution dates, including a notorious murder case from Chattanooga. Harold Wayne Nichols is now scheduled to die on August fourth. He got the death penalty for the rape and murder…
Local Refugee Resettlement Could be in Limbo
"We have people who are willing and ready to take any job available, to provide for their families and to start rebuilding their lives."
Mother of former Support Solutions Resident speaks out about the program
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn (WDEF) - More questions come after the death of a caretaker at a Hixson group home. Shantez Ferguson is accused of hitting caretaker Kevin Garrett in the head with a brick, killing him. The home is run…
Controversy over the direction of Chattanooga Women's Rally
Some people are concerned about changes that are happening at this year Chattanooga Women’s Rally.
Victim of 6th Avenue shooting dies
UPDATE: Police released more information this evening on the shooting on Sixth Avenue. 34 year old Lendell Davis was found lying in the stairwell of an apartment building before 5 AM. He was pronounced dead at the hospital. If you…
Lockdown ends at air base; resulted from 'misunderstanding'
“didn't see what they thought they saw.”
Police chase suspect released from hospital, taken to jail
He's also accused of the Possession of Methamphetamine, Marijuana and Heroin for Resale.