Stars honor America’s Heroes at the 2025 Patriot Award Gala
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The 2025 Patriot Award Gala was a night of honor, reflection, and celebration in Chattanooga. Last night, audiences heard from the former…
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CPD investigates a shooting involving a teen victim with a gunshot wound
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) is investigating a shooting reported this afternoon after a 15-year-old male victim with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound arrived at a local hospital around 2:19p.m. According to the CPD, the shooting happened…
Chattooga County Coroner pronounced two dead after structure fire
Chattooga County, Ga. (WDEF) - This morning at 4:09 a.m. the Chattooga County Coroner's office was notified by Chattooga County 911 of a structure fire in the 1200 Block…
Chattanooga hosts the 2025 Patriot Award Gala
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Tonight, Chattanooga hosted one of the nation’s most prestigious celebrations of service and sacrifice. The 2025 Patriot Award Gala brought together Medal of Honor recipients,…
Police seek help IDing bank robbery suspect
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Tonight, the Chattanooga Police Department’s Robbery Unit is asking for the community's help in identifying a suspect involved in two related bank incidents that happened late this morning. According to the Chattanooga police, around 11:30 a…
Two dead in Lookout Mountain hang gliding tragedy
LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN, Ga. (WDEF) - Lookout Mountain Flight Park, a destination for gliders from across the world, turned into the scene of a heartbreaking accident today. Two…
Chattanooga Family Justice Center hosts community Fall Festival
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - With spooky season just around the corner, the Chattanooga community is preparing for an evening filled with fun, connection, and plenty of candy. The…
Health professional advocates for clarity amid Tylenol discussion
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - President Donald Trump’s recent statement, “Don’t take Tylenol” has sparked national debate this week. The comment comes as renewed discussions swirl around the possible…
Rhea County K9 Unit rallies behind deputy’s mother battling breast cancer
RHEA COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Rhea County Sheriff’s Department K9 Unit is stepping up to support one of their own in a powerful way.…
Suspects arrested in connection to Ringgold shooting investigation
UPDATE: New information has surfaced regarding the shooting in Ringgold over the weekend. Sheriff Gary R. Sisk says that suspects have been found and are in custody in Tennessee for Daysha Lynch's murder. The suspects,…
One dead after being struck by vehicle
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - This morning around 1:54 a.m., Chattanooga Police responded to a pedestrian struck call at 30 North Market Street that resulted in the fatality of the 39-year-old male pedestrian. According to the department, the Chattanooga Police Department…
Make-A-Wish brings Disney dreams to life for brave Ooltewah boy
OOLTEWAH, Tenn. (WDEF) - Inside Chattanooga Sewing Machines, the community came together to stitch a little magic for Cam, a young boy from Ooltewah who has been…
East Ridge hosts weekend fall festival at Camp Jordan
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF) - The City of East Ridge kicked off one of its biggest events of the year this weekend, the annual Fall Festival at…
One man dead after pointing a gun at an officer
Memphis, Tenn. (WDEF) - TBI special agents are continuing to investigate a deadly officer-involved shooting that occurred Saturday morning involving officers from the Memphis Police Department. According to the TBI, the information shows that the incident occurred around 2:25 a.m.…
Georgia residents invited to panel discussion with lawmakers
RINGGOLD, Ga. (WDEF) - Georgia community members will have a chance to hear directly from their state lawmakers for free tomorrow night. Americans for Prosperity Georgia is hosting…
La Paz food pantry receives boost through Great Pantry Makeover
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - La Paz, a local food pantry in Chattanooga, is receiving major support to help neighbors who may be struggling to put meals…
Hamilton County hosts Drug Take-Back Event
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Today, the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office and the Hamilton County Coalition partnered with Access Pharmacy for a drug take-back event. The program was designed to…
Family Justice Center hosts 10th annual Domestic Violence Awareness Conference
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Family Justice Center is continuing its mission to raise awareness and fight against domestic violence. On October 24, the center will…
Walker Rocks Park completes expansion with features for all abilities
ROCK SPRING, Ga. (WDEF) - The Walker Rocks Park expansion at the Walker County Civic Center is now officially open to the public. This project was…
Young advocate organizes local vigil for Charlie Kirk
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Here in Chattanooga, community members gathered at the Riverfront to mourn the loss of Charlie Kirk, a man who lost his life while sharing…
Young advocate recalls his personal encounter with Charlie Kirk
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Tonight, another vigil was held in Chattanooga to honor the life of Charlie Kirk. The gathering was organized by young conservative Nick Bitzer,…
Vendors showcase at Chattanooga River Market
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Chattanooga River Market was bustling with vendors this weekend along the Tennessee Aquarium Plaza. From homemade crafts to baked goods and unique finds, local entrepreneurs…
Families gather for Chattanooga’s Fun Fair Festival
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Families filled the park this past weekend for the City of Chattanooga’s Early Learning Department Fun Fair Festival. The event featured live music, food trucks,…
19-year-old rescued after fall at Pocket Wilderness
DAYTON, Tenn. (WDEF) - On Sunday afternoon, the Mowbray Volunteer Fire Department responded to the Pocket Wilderness after a 19-year-old male was injured in a fall at the Blue Hole. According to officials, a 911 call came in at…
Fire alarm saves homeowner and home
HARRISON, Tenn. (WDEF) - On Sunday, just before 1a.m., the Highway 58 Volunteer Fire Department was alerted to an automatic fire alarm in a residence in the 7100 block of Bramlett Lane in Harrison. When arriving on scene, units responded…
Prayer at the Mill brought community members together honoring Charlie Kirk
CHICKAMAUGA, GA. (WDEF) - Tonight, local community members gathered in a powerful display of remembrance honoring the life of Charlie Kirk, the conservative advocate who…
First Responder Hero Award: Lt. Wesley Williams
COHUTTA, Ga. (WDEF) - News 12 is recognizing some of the bravest members of our community through the First Responders Hero Award. Whether someone is an EMT, paramedic,…
Captain of the McCaysville Police Department was critically injured
UPDATE: According to the McCaysville Police Department, this afternoon, Timothy Ramsey was taken into custody and booked into the Fannin County Jail. (more…)
Individual deceased after driving into pond due to cardiac arrest
DALTON, Ga. (WDEF) - The MLK Blvd convenience center closed after a medical emergency. On Saturday, around 12:30 PM, a citizen was driving his pickup truck into the Dalton-Whitfield Solid Waste Management Authority’s convenience center at 1920 MLK Boulevard when he apparently…
Walker County school bus crash sends five students to hospital
LAFAYETTE, Ga. (WDEF) - Early this morning at 7:13 a.m., the Walker County Sheriff’s Office received a call reporting that a school bus had struck a…
Meet your favorite Disney character at Boo in the Zoo
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Spooky season is right around the corner, and the Chattanooga Zoo is inviting families to celebrate with Boo at the Zoo. Boo…
Pikeville faces trouble after tests revealed contamination
PIKEVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) - The City of Pikeville is facing serious trouble with state environmental officials after new water quality tests revealed contamination in the Sequatchie River. News 12…
How the community can help prevent SOS Lists at MRHS
MCMINN COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) – This past month, you may have noticed us spending a lot of time with our friends at the McMinn Regional Humane…
NVFC congratulates winners on the $10,000 grants
PIKEVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) – A few weeks ago, it was announced that nine volunteer fire departments in Tennessee were awarded a $10,000 grant. One of the recipients is in…
Former nurse charged and booked on $40,000 bond
WILLIAMSON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - On September 5, 2025, Elizabeth Rainwater, a former nurse charged with impersonating a licensed professional and fraudulently obtaining a controlled substance, was arrested and booked into the Williamson County Jail on a $40,000 bond. On…
Teen arrested at Red Bank vs. Tyner game
Hamilton County, Tenn. (WDEF) - On Friday night, September 5, 2025, Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) deputies were working security at the Red Bank High vs. Tyner High…
Family Justice Center reminds the community about its resources
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - With school now back in full swing and families settling into new routines, the Family Justice Center in Chattanooga is reminding the community…
SBA sets up disaster assistance center inside East Ridge Library
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF) - Today marked the first day the Small Business Administration set up a local disaster assistance center inside the East Ridge Library.…
Suspect apprehended after ramming two patrol cars
Hamilton County, Tenn. (WDEF) – During the early morning hours of September 6, 2025, around 1:45 am, deputies attempted a traffic stop on a white Chevy Impala near the 5400 block of Highway 58. According to the Hamilton County…
Inmate dies after being injured during an inmate-on-inmate assault
Hamilton County, Tenn. (WDEF) – On Friday, September 5, 2025, Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) Corrections personnel assigned to the George Unit responded to an incident in which an inmate was critically injured…