CHICKAMAUGA, Ga. (WDEF) - Down Home Days Festival returned to Chickamauga today for its 52nd year of celebrating community traditions and local entertainment. The annual festival featured live music,…
UPDATE: The Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) responded to a two-vehicle crash that occurred around 1:25 p.m., the 3900 block of Hixson Pike on Saturday, May 16, 2026. According to CPD, the investigation shows that the Honda Accord was turning left…
CHATTOOGA, Ga. (WDEF) - The family of Elder Aguilar-Macario is calling for his release after the Trion High School student was detained by ICE following…
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF) — News 12 is recognizing some of the bravest members of our community through the First Responders Hero Award. Whether they serve as EMTs,…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A new restaurant has opened in downtown Chattanooga this week. Torikaya has officially opened its doors, bringing a modern Japanese-inspired dining experience to…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - New legislation aimed at helping injured police and canine officers in the field has officially passed through the Tennessee General Assembly. The Tennessee…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - President Trump announced Monday morning, following a phone interview with CBS News, that he plans to suspend the federal gas tax for a period of time. According to…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - As we continue celebrating Mother’s Day weekend, one mother we met at the Chattanooga Market says this year…
DAYTON, Tenn. (WDEF) - Downtown Dayton celebrated its 79th annual Strawberry Festival with an entire week of events for the community. The president of the Chamber of Commerce, Molli…
COHUTTA, Ga. (WDEF) - We have an update regarding the developing story in the Cohutta. As of Wednesday morning, the city’s entire police department has been fired.…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The National Association of Convenience Stores Foundation has opened voting for its second annual First Responder of the Year Award,…
UPDATE: The Town of Cohutta will be holding a special town meeting on Friday, May 8, 2026 at 5 p.m. According to the agenda, there will be talks about reinstating the Cohutta…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Chattanooga Zoo is once again hosting its annual Spirits Night event for adults. The premier 21-plus event will take place Saturday, May 19,…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The 79th Annual Tennessee Strawberry Festival in Dayton is going on all throughout this week. While preparations were still underway earlier in the day, organizers say the…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Students at Boyd-Buchanan School took learning beyond the classroom during the school’s 29th Annual Physics Boat Day, an event that challenges students to design and…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Today, the Chattanooga Market was buzzing with excitement. Crowds were able to enjoy live music, a variety of food and local vendors, and of course, strawberries. What…
RED BANK, Tenn. (WDEF) - The city of Red Bank hosted its annual Jubilee celebration, bringing together families, local businesses, and community organizations for a day of springtime fun.…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) is investigating a shooting that happened on Sunday, around 1:00am in the 4600 block of Hwy 58. According to CPD, officers responded to a report of a person shot. When arriving,…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - On Saturday, around 9:40 PM, Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) responded to a possible hostage situation call in the 2200 block of E 27th Street Ct. According to CPD, the caller reported…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The City of Chattanooga Stormwater Management Division hosted its annual Rain Barrel Distribution Day, giving residents an opportunity to invest in sustainable…
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - On Friday, the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) investigated a reported incident involving a violent sexual assault. According to HCSO, during the investigation, arrest warrants were obtained for the…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - On Friday at 9:45 PM, the Chattanooga Fire Department (CFD) responded to reports of flames coming from a second-floor apartment, on the 500 block of Cranberry Way. According to…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - May is National Foster Care Month, and a local organization working within the foster care system is helping raise…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The National Association of Letter Carriers is once again partnering with the Chattanooga Area Food Bank for the annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive.…
COHUTTA, Ga. (WDEF) - A new controversy is coming to light in the Town of Cohutta, Georgia. City employees have filed a formal complaint alleging…
WHITFIELD COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - Early voting begins today in Georgia for the state’s primary election on May 19. The election is separate from the local primaries…
SOUTH PITTSBURG, Tenn. (WDEF) - The 29th Annual National Cornbread Festival took place this weekend in South Pittsburg, Tennessee, bringing thousands together to celebrate one of…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Today, the Jewish Federation of Chattanooga celebrated Israel’s Independence Day. Organizers say the event honored 78 years of Israel’s history and culture while bringing…
CROSSVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) - On Sunday, just before 1:30 p.m. EDT the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) Game Wardens and Tennessee State Park Rangers responded to a call regarding an unconscious man on the Ocoee River, just south of Ocoee…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - On Sunday, the Flat Top and Sale Creek Volunteer Fire Departments responded to reports of heavy smoke at a home located at 13627 Jones Gap Road. According to the Hamilton County Office of Emergency Management (HCEMS),…
ROSSVILLE, GA. (WDEF) - The American Legion Post 214 hosted its annual Friends and Family Day this afternoon, bringing the community together to honor veterans and celebrate…
SIGNAL MOUNTAIN, Tenn. (WDEF) - On Saturday around 4:38 p.m., officers with the Signal Mountain Police Department responded to an injured bicyclist on Sam Powell Trail, near Nolan Elementary School. According to the Signal Mountain…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - It is National Work Zone Awareness Week. The annual campaign is focused on spreading the importance of driving safely, especially through…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - April is Stress Awareness Month, a time when local organizations are encouraging the community to reflect on both physical and mental health. Mental health professionals say recognizing…
RED BANK, Tenn. (WDEF) - Today in Red Bank, local organizations and community members gathered to celebrate the grand opening of the Godsey Ridge Trail…
CHICKAMAUGA, Ga. (WDEF) - The Georgia House District 2 race is coming up in May, with Marine Corps…
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF) - East Ridge High School hosted its annual Health Fair, featuring a variety of free resources including health screenings, informational booths, and interactive…
CHICKAMAUGA, Ga. (WDEF) - The City of Chickamauga hosted its first-ever Chickamauga Crawfish Festival as students also shared their thoughts on splitting access to the historic Gordon-Lee Mansion grounds for…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Chattanooga City Council elected a new chairperson during today’s meeting, selecting Councilman Jeff Davis for the leadership role. Davis, who represents the Hixson area, will now…
FORT OGLETHORPE, Ga. (WDEF) - Catoosa County firefighters are out in the community this week supporting a long-standing tradition.…