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.…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - K-9 teams from across the Southeast are in Chattanooga this week for a major regional competition and certification event. Handlers and their dogs from…
RINGGOLD, Ga. (WDEF) - Young athletes in Ringgold had the opportunity to learn from the pros this afternoon. An Atlanta Braves Youth Baseball and Softball…
GRUNDY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - Democratic gubernatorial candidate Jerri Green spoke to voters in Grundy County this afternoon, focusing on key issues impacting Tennesseans. During the event,…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Chattanooga Outdoor Festival brought the community together at the Choo Choo Gardens and along Station Street, celebrating all things outdoors in the Scenic City.…
SMYRNA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) are investigating the circumstances leading to an officer-involved use of force incident. According to the TBI, on Saturday the Smyrna Police Department responded to a call regarding a domestic disturbance…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - On Saturday at 3:06 p.m., the Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) responded to a person shot in the 3900 block of Rogers Road. According to CPD, when arriving, officers found a 17-year-old male victim with non-fatal gunshot…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - On Satuday night around 11:49 p.m., the Chattanooga Fire Department (CFD) responded to an an apartment fire on the 1100 block of Grove Street. According to CFD, when arriving…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - While corgis took over the streets, the Community Association of Historic St. Elmo gave residents another reason to celebrate with a chance to shop…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The streets of St. Elmo were packed with paws and people as community members and their corgis showed off their costumes and charm…
PUTNAM COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) has arrested an attorney charged with theft. According to the TBI, agents began investigating allegations of theft involving James Hargis, who was acting as a licensed attorney. Throughout their…
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (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,…
SALE CREEK, Tenn. (WDEF) - Exciting developments are underway in Sale Creek as the middle and high school unveiled their new Career and Technical Education construction building.…
MCMINN COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - The McMinn Regional Humane Society is inviting the community to support a good cause at its upcoming fundraiser, Party for…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Union Gospel Mission hosted its annual Easter Community Dinner this afternoon, serving Chattanooga’s unhoused community with food, resources, and a message…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Chattery celebrated its reopening this weekend, marking not only a return to its space but also a major milestone in now owning its…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - An Easter service at UTC’s McKenzie Arena brought thousands together Easter morning as part of the Rise Up at the Roundhouse event.…
MEIGS, Tenn. (WDEF) - On Saturday evening, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) and the Meigs County Sheriff’s Office arrested a Decatur man in connection to a shooting that resulted in a death. According to the TBI, law enforcement investigated…
POLK COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - On Saturday, the Copper Basin Fire and Rescue says that that began as a small brush fire grew into a 45-acre wildland fire. According to Copper Basin Fire and Rescue, the fire was pushed…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Chattanooga Zoo welcomed families this weekend for its annual Hug a Bunny Day event. The event served multiple purposes, bringing the community together…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Reflection Riding is kicking off its annual Campfire Concert Series tonight, marking the first of four concerts scheduled throughout the season. The event serves as one…
ROSSVILLE, Ga. (WDEF) - On Friday at 9:05 p.m., Walker County deputies responded to a shooting incident at 1108 Ridgewood St., Rossville, GA. According to the Walker County Sheriff's Office, when deputies arrived on scene, they found the victim, 59-year-old…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - March marks Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, bringing attention to one of the most common cancers in the United States. Colorectal cancer develops in…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Pawpaw’s Homeless Ministry will host an Easter celebration this Thursday, April 2, for Chattanooga’s unhoused community. The event will provide 100 Easter…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Chattanooga is expanding its travel options with a new nonstop flight route. The Chattanooga Airport, in partnership with United Airlines, has launched twice-daily nonstop…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Chattanooga Trach Families brought the community together this weekend with a family-friendly Easter egg hunt. The organization hosted the event at Riverview…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Erlanger Chattanooga Marathon took place this weekend, bringing runners from across the region together for a test of endurance, determination, and personal…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - On Sunday afternoon around 12:28p.m., the Chattanooga Fire Department (CFD) responded to the reports of entrapment on the 3300 block of Adkins Road. According to CFD, a Lookout Valley man was critically injured due to the…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Members of the Chattanooga community gathered at Ross’s Landing to take part in another “No Kings Day” protest. Demonstrators lined the…
FORT OGLETHORPE, Ga. (WDEF) - The City of Fort Oglethorpe hosted its annual Easter Egg Scramble Saturday morning at Gilbert-Stephenson Park. Organizers say the event is…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Tennesseans are being hit hard by robocalls, with new data showing the state ranks among the worst in the country. Robocalls are something…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - In May, Blood Assurance will launch a new partnership with GoodLabs. The partnership will allow eligible donors to receive free clinical-grade…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - This morning, the YMCA hosted its first Why I Ride Bike-A-Thon at its downtown family location. The event encouraged participants to raise money…
FORT OGLETHORPE, Ga. (WDEF) - The City of Fort Oglethorpe will host its annual Easter Egg Scramble this Saturday, March 28, at noon. The event is free…
ATLANTA, Ga. (WDEF) - Today, the Congressional District 14 special election runoff debate took place in Atlanta, between candidates Clay Fuller and Shawn Harris. News…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - On Saturday night around 9:21 p.m., Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) officers responded to reports of gunfire at 150 River St. According to CPD multiple people were seen running from the area after the gunfire. They…
RHEA COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - For the past few weekends, we have been following how the Rhea County Animal shelter has turned a regular 5K to raise…
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - Saturday evening, Hamilton County Office of Emergency Management (HCOEM) agencies respond to another hiking accident at 6:00 p.m. on Cumberland Trail. According to HCOEM, a group of hikers called 9-1-1 reporting another hiker had…
