CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Humane Educational Society hosted its fifth annual Adopt-A-Thon. The event honors the late Kelly McCoy, a popular local radio personality and passionate animal…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Shepherd Community celebrated its 50th annual Fun Day with a car parade followed by a community picnic. During the event, community leaders honored…
OOLTEWAH, Tenn. (WDEF) - A vehicle fire caused concern on Interstate 75 northbound near mile marker 14.2 Saturday evening after what appeared to…
CHICKAMAUGA, Ga. (WDEF) - Georgia's temporary suspension of the state gas tax is set to expire at 11:59 p.m., and some drivers say they are concerned about…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A local Rotary club is celebrating a successful first year after receiving multiple honors at this year's Rotary District Conference. Rotary Rocks Chattanooga earned…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - As Chattanooga continues preparing for Independence Day festivities, organizers say the annual Pops on the River celebration is officially moving…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - In partnership with the City of Chattanooga, Hamilton County Parks and Recreation has announced its upcoming "United 250" drone show as…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, BAPS Charities launched its 2026 Spirit of Service Walk-Run at Coolidge Park, raising money for Children's Hospital…
NORTHWEST, Ga. (WDEF) - Northwest Georgia is quickly becoming a hub for local filmmakers, and one director is gaining national recognition for his latest project.…
HIXSON, Tenn. (WDEF) - A memorial bike ride was held for motorcyclist Riley Hairsine, who lost his life in a recent…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) arrested a suspect in connection with the homicide of a teen. According to CPD, on March 22, 2026, police investigated the homicide of a…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Captain Mickey McCamish with the Chattanooga Area Veterans Council is calling on the community for help this weekend. Volunteers are needed to help…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - With summer right around the corner, the YMCA of Metropolitan Chattanooga is launching its Summer Food Program to help provide free meals…
RINGGOLD, Ga. (WDEF) - A special ceremony honoring service members took place tonight at Ringgold City Hall. Community members gathered in remembrance of the men and…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Wrapping up our coverage on Daniel Garzon Romero, the recent graduate of Ooltewah High School who is currently…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - News 12 was on the scene just outside Finley Stadium on 20th Street, where a car became partially submerged in rising floodwaters. While on scene, we…
HIXSON, Tenn. (WDEF) - On Sunday, at 7:22 PM the Chattanooga Fire Department (CFD) responded to the Marina Pointe Apartments at 5750 Lake Resort Drive after 911 received reports of smoke coming from the roof of one building in…
Hixson, Tenn. (WDEF) - On Sunday, the Chattanooga Fire Department (CFD) responded to a house in the 2700 block of Hamill Road in Hixson. According to CFD, a tree fell on the…
OOLTEWAH, Tenn. (WDEF) – Continuing our coverage on Daniel Garzon Romero, the recent Ooltewah High School graduate currently being detained by ICE,…
HIXSON, Tenn. (WDEF) - In the past two weeks, two young men lost their lives in separate motorcycle accidents. One crash happened on Highway 153 and…
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - On Friday, around 3:30 PM, a Hamilton County Sheriff's Office Deputy was traveling southbound along the 14100 block of Dayton Pike when suddenly a deer entered the roadway. The deer became airborne, and crashing…
MAURY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - A joint investigation by special agent fire investigators with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, the Mount Pleasant Fire Department, and the Mount Pleasant Police Department has resulted in the arrest of two people in connection…
OOLTEWAH, Tenn. (WDEF) - Another local teen has been detained by ICE. Daniel Garzon Romero's family tells us he is currently being…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn.(WDEF) - Nightfall will continue in Chattanooga tonight, but with a twist. Due to rain, tonight’s concert was moved under cover to the First Horizon Pavilion.…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Maternal mental health remains a growing concern as communities continue recognizing Mental Health Awareness Month in May. Health professionals say while many mothers experience exhaustion,…
HICKMAN COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) agents are investigating the circumstances leading to an officer-involved shooting that occurred Sunday in Hickman County in the 2100 block of Old Beaver Creek Road. According to the TBI, deputies…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - As Chattanooga celebrated another year of the Ironman 70.3 Chattanooga, athletes from across the country crossed the finish line with stories of perseverance,…
WHITFIELD COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - On Sunday around 1 p.m., the Whitfield County Sheriff's Office was on scene around Yorktown Way off of Dawnville Road due to an active investigation. According to…
ATHENS, Tenn. (WDEF) — On Sunday, the Athens Police Department responded to a shooting at 108 Fisher Street. According to police, a 36-year-old woman was shot in her upper body. The victim was…
COHUTTA, Ga. (WDEF) - The Town of Cohutta is seeing another major leadership change. The Town of Cohutta’s Attorney, Bryan Rayburn, confirmed that Ron Shinnick has resigned from his…
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: On Sunday afternoon, close family members and friends gathered at a memorial created in honor of their loved one. Friend Michael Wright reflected on the emotional loss.…
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.…