Clumpies debuts new summer line with 11 flavors
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Clumpies is celebrating 25 years in Chattanooga and debuting some special flavors as it heats up. Some local favorites are returning to the menu, with others…
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Top dinosaur experience in North America comes to Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The nation's #1 rated Jurassic experience is on its way to the Scenic City. Jurassic Quest will be taking over the Chattanooga Convention Center from May 24-27. For…
EPB power outage affects nearly 30,000 customers
CHATTNOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- On Tuesday morning, thousands of people were without power, according to the EPB Energy Outage Map. Most of the outages were being reported in the North Chattanooga area. Power Outage Reported at…
TDOT closes lanes for road repairs near Hamilton Place
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- If you're traveling near Hamilton Place Mall,…
Women involved in April police chase now face burglary charges
UPDATE: HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The three women involved in a high-speed chase in April now face several more charges for burglary, according to the sheriff's office. They said more than $16,000 worth of stolen merchandise was recovered. Hamilton…
Woman shot during middle of afternoon on Juandale Trail
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- We are following reports of a person shot on Juandale Trail over the weekend. Chattanooga Police responded to the shooting just after 4 p.m. on Saturday. When officers arrived on the scene in the 3800 block…
Two hikers drown in creek near Rainbow Lake Trail
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - A family is mourning…
Wallace Elementary students in minor bus collision before school
Ooltewah, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Some Wallace Elementary School students were in a minor bus crash on their way to school Thursday morning. The Hamilton County Sheriff's Office claims the bus hit another vehicle that was stopped at a red light,…
Shallowford fire spreads smoke column through East Brainerd
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- First responders were on the scene of an area fire earlier Thursday morning in Shallowford. 911 received multiple calls of a possible dumpster or car fire from 6801 Shallowford Road. The Chattanooga…
Lookout Mountain Incline Railway to reopen April 24
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A beloved Tennessee Valley site will be back open for business starting April 24. The Lookout Mountain Railway has been closed for repairs and will be reopened Wednesday at noon. CARTA officers say their main priority…
Man killed in Windsor Street shooting, police continue to investigate
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Chattanooga Police said a man was shot and killed overnight on Windsor Street. They are now investigating the incident as a homicide. CPD responded at around 8 p.m. to the 2300 block of Windsor Street.…
Central Avenue begins road reconfiguration on Monday
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Central Avenue between East 11th Street and East 23rd Street will be part of a two-phase project of being re-striped and reconfigured. That two-phase project will begin on April 15. The reconfiguration will reduce the number…
Reggie White Blvd. shooting upgraded to homicide
UPDATE: Chattanooga Police said they have upgraded this person shot call to a homicide case. The victim in this incident has died from their injuries, which CPD said were life-threatening. The investigation is ongoing. SEE PREVIOUS COVERAGE: CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)…
Morning apartment fire displaces residents on Citico Avenue
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- First responders were on the scene of an apartment fire Friday morning. The fire happened at a building on Citico Avenue, near North Holtzclaw. The Chattanooga Fire Department learned about the fire just after 5:30…
Easter event invites families to Hamilton Place Mall
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A special Easter event is on its way to Hamilton Place Mall. Not only is the event welcoming families and folks of all…
Free medical clinic at North Cleveland Church of God
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Remote Area Medical (RAM) offered a free 2-day clinic to the public in Cleveland. This traveling program offers free services without proof of insurance.…
Gambling expert discusses risks involved with sports betting
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- With March Madness already in full swing across the country, experts are weighing in on the impacts of sports gambling. As we gear up…
16-year-old shot in Brainerd early Saturday morning
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A 16-year-old male was shot in the Brainerd area over the weekend. CPD responded to the incident on Saturday at 3:00 a.m. When officers arrived, they found a 16-year-old male with non-life-threatening injuries. CFD and HCEMS…
58-year-old woman struck on Dayton Pike
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Just after midnight on Sunday, Chattanooga Police responded to a pedestrian struck on the 7000 block of Dayton Pike. Upon arrival, officers found a 58-year-old woman that died at the…
Girl Scout Cookie Eating Contest on News 12
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Generations of Girl Scouts were celebrated on the first day of March as they enter prime cookie selling season. The News 12 This…
Early morning shooting outside of apartment complex
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Police are investigating a shooting on Wilson Street earlier Thursday morning. The incident took place outside of the Bayberry Apartment complex. News 12 reported CPD on the scene in the 2300 block of Wilson Street. It…
Public visitation details for Meigs County deputy
MEIGS COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Community members will be honoring a deputy who went missing while on duty in Meigs County. Deputy Robert "R.J." Leonard died on Thursday, Feb. 15 when he was returning from an arrest. [caption id="attachment_1646483" align="alignnone"…
CFD announces prescribed burn for Audubon Acres
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Chattanooga Fire Department announced a prescribed burn for Audubon Acres for Monday, Feb. 19. The property will be closed to everyone except authorized personnel. This burn will take place between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.…
Drug bust results in arrest of four people out of Georgia
LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN, Ga. (WDEF) -- A drug bust resulted in the arrest of four people on Friday, Feb. 16. The Lookout Mountain Drug Task Force and Walker County Sheriff's Office executed a search warrant at a Clark Court property located…
News 12 This Morning Valentine’s Day sign-off
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The morning crew wished viewers a Happy Valentine's Day on Wednesday with a special treat from Amelia's grandmothers. The overall consensus: both desserts were a 10/10. [blox_vms account="WDEF" key="1cbb7b303bc71e79471acd5121559275fa667356" vtitle="Valentine's Day ending for News 12 This…
Search ongoing for missing Meigs County Deputy
UPDATE: We are learning more about the Meigs County deputy who went missing overnight. Crews have retrieved deputy Robert Leonard's patrol car out of the Tennessee River, according to District Attorney Russell Johnson. Authorities said in a press conference that…
Several apartments damaged by fire on Thursday morning
HIXSON, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Chattanooga Fire Department responded to several apartments that were damaged in an overnight fire in Hixson. Just before 1 a.m. on Thursday, CFD responded to a structure fire in the 5200 block of Hickory Woods…
Jack Allen announces campaign for political office
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A local congressional candidate announced his campaign for the House of Representatives Saturday in Chattanooga. Jack Allen is campaigning to represent Tennessee's third…
Hamilton County Schools to return to classes on two-hour delay
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Schools are planning on returning to classes this week, following the severe winter weather from the past week. Hamilton County Schools issued the following information concerning their return to campus. "Hamilton County Schools will open…
Continued icy road conditions prompt safety tips
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Some secondary roads in Hamilton County are still covered with frozen ice and snow due to the extremely cold temperatures and areas of continuous shade. The Hamilton County Highway Department asks drivers to remain cautious during…
Woman suffers from burns due to apartment fire caused by candle
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A woman suffered from bodily burns following an apparent candle mishap on Saturday night. The candle sparked an apartment fire on Mountain Creek Road. Red Shift companies responded to the Alpine Villas Apartments after a resident…
Progressive Anti-Abortion Uprising protests Roe v. Wade
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A Women’s March in protest of the overturning of Roe V. Wade was scheduled for earlier on Saturday. Due to the chilling temperatures throughout the…
First responders combat chimney fire in Harrison
HARRISON, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Hamilton County first responders were on the scene of a residential fire Saturday afternoon. A homeowner called 911 reporting a chimney fire at his house. At 2:00 p.m., Highway 58 Volunteer Fire Department responded to 6014…
Dunlap first responders address road conditions after winter storm
DUNLAP, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Some roads are starting to clear up in our area, while others are still frozen solid. This has caused some problems for drivers…
Zoo hosts special performances for closing weekend of Asian Lantern Festival
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- In spite of ongoing cold temperatures on Sunday, many came out to the last night of the Asian Lantern Festival held…
Innovators visit Chattanooga for inaugural startup Accelerator
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A snow storm passing through the States didn't stop a group of researchers and innovators from traveling to the Scenic City. An inaugural program…
Motorists to stay off of the road due to winter weather
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) is asking drivers to stay off the road if at all possible. TDOT crews are going on their third day of clearing roads. Due to the prolonged winter blast, coupled…