CFD conducts a rope rescue at Greenway Farms
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Chattanooga Fire Department conducted a rope rescue operation at the rock quarry at Greenway Farms. At around 8 PM Monday, a man fell…
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Local theatre company brings “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” to downtown Cleveland
Director and cast members of Good Soil Theatre Co.'s production of "A Midsummer Night's Dream" joins News 12's Amelia Greer to invite everyone to their weekend performances in Cleveland. CLEVELAND,…
Scenic City Shakespeare brings the comedy classic “Much Ado About Nothing” to life this summer
Emma Collins with Scenic City Shakespeare joins News 12's Amelia Greer as the troupe puts on 'Much Ado About Nothing' for four more weekends in Chattanooga! CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Enjoy…
Get a blast from the past with a blast of energy at the Game Shack Cafe
Sara Black from the Game Shack Cafe joins News 12's Amelia Greer with homemade treats from Dunlap, TN. The local coffee shop has taken over the small town since they first…
Cleveland City Schools bus involved in a minor fender bender
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) - Cleveland City Schools informed families that Bus 19 was in a minor fender bender Wednesday morning. The bus was serving a route for Candy's Creek Cherokee Elementary. Emergency medical services responded…
“Be Our Guest” at this weekend’s Chattanooga Lookouts game
Rachel Breazeale and "The Rose Princess" say "be our guest" to their magical pregame Tea Party for this weekend's Chattanooga Lookouts game against the Rocket City Trash Pandas!…
Have a whimsical weekend with the Fairy & Folk Festival
Emilee Null joins News 12's Amelia Greer as the Chattanooga Audubon Society gets ready to host the third annual Fairy & Folk Festival this weekend! CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -…
Second Ridgeland High School student arrested for making threatening social media post
UPDATE (6/2/2025): A second juvenile has been charged for making a threatening post towards Ridgeland High School on a social media platform. The second 16-year-old has been charged with one count of Terroristic Threats or…
Clumpies hosts Ice Cream Social for a “berry” good cause!
Clumpies announces their summer flavors on News 12 while inviting everyone to their Ice Cream Social to determine the final summer flavor! CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The average temperatures are…
Let loose with the “Spirits in the Wild” event at the Chattanooga Zoo
"Spirits in the Wild" is returning to the Chattanooga Zoo Saturday, May 17 for a special after-hours event for adults 21+. Jake Cash, Will Ternes, and 'Thor' the tortoise join News 12's…
BE FAST in recognizing someone is having a stroke
Dr. Tom Devlin with CHI Memorial joins News 12's Chip Chapman to spread awareness and prevention during National Stroke Awareness Month. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - May is National Stroke Awareness…
Free Family Day at Woodcraft of Chattanooga
Nate Hiltibran with Woodcraft of Chattanooga joins New 12's Amelia Greer as they get ready for a special family-centered workshop next month. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Father's Day is coming up and the…
“Paths to Recovery” Conference to raise awareness of substance abuse
Kate Parsons joins News 12's Amelia Greer to spread the word about a special conference by the Hamilton County Coalition at the end of May. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The "Paths…
Celebrate Mom and your Graduate with Nothing Bundt Cakes
Melinda Mason joins News 12's Amelia Greer and brings their classic Bundt cakes dressed for all occasions- Graduation, Teacher Appreciation, Mother's Day, and more! CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Mother's Day is…
“Elephants: Giants of the Desert 3D” stomping into the Tennessee Aquarium IMAX
Alison Pryor with the Tennessee Aquarium joins News 12's Amelia Greer ahead of the premiere of a new feature film at IMAX called "Elephants: Giants of the Desert 3D." CHATTANOOGA, Tenn.…
Come and enjoy a Day of Play at the Creative Discovery Museum
Mackenzie Steele with CDM joins News 12's Amelia Greer as the local attraction gets ready to host a special anniversary event this weekend. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Creative Discovery Museum…
Man arrested for attempt first degree murder and robbery
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Chattanooga Police Department arrested a suspect in connection with an attempted murder and robbery on East MLK Blvd. on April 22. CPD responded to a report of an active…
Inaugural Scott Chase Scramble on May 19
Scott Chase with KZ106 joins News 12's Chip Chapman as he gets ready to host an inaugural golfing event. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Local radio legend Scott Chase with KZ106 is…
Shop the Market At brings lots of vendors and fun each weekend in May
Robert Davis with Shop the Market At joins News 12's Amelia Greer as they get ready for a month-long lineup in May. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Shop the Market At…
Boating fatality in Chickamauga Lake
MEIGS County, Tenn. (WDEF) - The fifth boating fatality happened on Chickamauga Lake on May 4, 2025. Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency officers and local authorities responded to a call shortly after 4:00 p.m. ET. Preliminary…
Inaugural Frazier Festival celebrates the completion of Frazier Avenue
Geno Wallace with the Northshore Merchants Collective joins News 12's Amelia Greer to talk about the first ever Frazier Festival. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Lots of changes are happening in Chattanooga's Northshore…
14th Annual Valley Fest this weekend
Dunlap native and 'Outlaw Gospel' Artist Cody McCarver joins News 12's Chip Chapman as the small town in Sequatchie County gets ready to celebrate the 14th annual Valley Fest. DUNLAP, Tenn. (WDEF)…
76th Annual Armed Forces Parade on Friday
Retired Navy Captain Mickey McCamish joins News 12's Chip Chapman as they get ready to celebrate 76 years of the Armed Forces Day Parade in Chattanooga. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn.…
Battle Below the Clouds celebrates 10 years of the friendliest grilling competition
President & CEO of Ruby Falls, Hugh Morrow joins News 12's Chip Chapman as they get ready to celebrate the 10th annual Battle Below the Clouds BBQ fundraiser benefiting Lana's…
HCSO arrest two juveniles for a stolen vehicle and firearm from Florence, Ala.
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - Hamilton County Sheriff's Office arrest two juveniles from Florence, Ala. for a stolen vehicle and firearm. On Tuesday afternoon, Hamilton County Sheriff's Office received a request from Alabama law…
Clean Your Dirty Face with special offers for facials!
Sonia Desai with Clean Your Dirty Face joins News 12's Amelia Greer to talk about the various services they offer to promote skin health and wellness. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -…
Grundy County High School having virtual instruction Monday
GRUNDY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - On Monday, April 28, Grundy County High School will be having virtual instruction. This is due to a utility repair. All other schools will have regular class sessions.
Lily Soto couldn’t “Say No To This” role in Hamilton
Tennessee native Lily Soto returns to the Volunteer State to star in the touring hit musical "Hamilton" at the Memorial Auditorium as Peggy Schuyler/Maria Reynolds. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Lily…
Protect yourself from pests and the environment with Mosquito Joe
Co-owner of 'Mosquito Joe of Chattanooga' Dr. Dawn Ford joins News 12's Amelia Greer as the weather starts to warm up and insects make their fateful return. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Warm…
Properly dispose your medicine this weekend with National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
Hannah Dalton with the Hamilton County Coalition joins News 12's Amelia Greer to talk about National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. **Due to system technical difficulties, this video has sudden…
Chattanooga Seafood Bash moves to Ross’s Landing
Marge Davenport joins News 12's Amelia Greer as they get ready for another busy year on the riverfront. After just two years, the Chattanooga Seafood Bash has outgrown…
A “Sculptacular” night with a Broadway star!
The Scuplture Fields are teaming up with two esteemed schools to bring special music to the Scenic City featuring a Broadway star! Jay Heavilon with Sculpture Fields brings choir directors Emily Tousek…
Celebrate the arts with ArtsWeek!
James McKissic of ArtsBuild and Charlotte Caldwell of Stoveworks join News 12's Amelia Greer to talk about the fun filled celebration of Chattanooga arts for ArtsWeek! CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Chattanooga's ArtsWeek…
Sanatan Mandir Ethnic Resale Pop Up brings beautiful clothing to sell
Nichelle Patel, Mina Patel, and Divyes Patel join News 12's Chip Chapman to invite everyone to Sanatan Mandir's Ethnic Resale Pop Up. Guests can find…
Try out these exercises for National Exercise Day
April 18 is National Exercise Day and Planet Fitness trainer Shannon Deboef joins News 12's Lillian Yi to show off some exercises you can do at home. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn.…
SWAT situation at Tomahawk Trail
UPDATE: Authorities are beginning to clear the area as they believe the suspect is not inside the residence. Chattanooga Police say there is no active threat to the public. There is a warrant out for the suspects arrest. UPDATE: According…
Tivoli Theatre Foundation announces 2025-26 Broadway lineup
Tivoli Theatre Foundation CEO Nick Wilkinson joins News 12's Chip Chapman to remind everyone to purchase their "Hamilton" tickets now and to announce publicly the 2025-26 Broadway line…
Partnership for Families, Children and Adults offers resources for sexual assault survivors
Partnership's Rape Crisis Center Manger Amy Carlton joins News 12's Lillian Yi to talk about the resources and support for survivors offered by Partnership during…
CSAS rock climbing team dominates district championship
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Chattanooga School of the Arts and Science rock climbing team won the District Championship title and secured two of the top three spots in individual competition. The team proved their strength, determination, and dedication to clinch…
12th annual Westside Easter Egg Hunt to honor renowned community leaders
Coogi Doogi joins News 12's Amelia Greer as he invites everyone to the Westside community for the 12th annual Westside Easter Egg Hunt on Easter Sunday, April 20th…