The costs of not having crop protection tools
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - With inflation on the rise, we have all seen food costs go up, which is why Bayer's Crop Science is now warning communities that…
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Catoosa Colonnade Civic Center hosted the Business Expo in Georgia
RINGGOLD, Georgia. (WDEF)-- Today, the Catoosa Colonnade Civic Center hosted the yearly Business Expo in Ringgold Georgia. The holiday season is quickly approaching, and the Catoosa…
Interstate 24 shut down this afternoon due to shooting
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- This afternoon, Interstate 24 got shut down earlier today, due to law enforcement investigating a person being shot. Law enforcement says the individual was shot at 3:40p.m. near mile marker 183-point-4. The roadway was closed off…
UTC breaks ground on their new Health Sciences Building
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Today, The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga held a groundbreaking ceremony for the new Dorthy and Jim Kennedy Health Sciences Building. Olivia Walls,…
The Head of the Hooch is in Chattanooga this weekend
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Head of the Hooch event is back again, with over 2,000+ boats in the water, and 9,000 seats being rowed. The Head…
The Salvation Army of Chattanooga hosted their Job Fair
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Salvation Army of Chattanooga hosted their Job Fair today that gave job seekers will have the opportunity to meet with a variety…
The Stocking Full of Love program for the 2024 holiday season
CATOOSA COUNT, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Catoosa County Sheriff's Office is excited to announce the continuation of the program for the 2024 holiday season. This program's goals are to spread joy to children and their families in need, across Catoosa…
The History of Jewish Hate Symposium was held in Chattanooga this week
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The History of Jewish Hate Symposium is brought to the community by the Jewish Federation of Greater Chattanooga. Today we visited the…
Brandon and Whitney Cawood share their documentary “To Dye For”
DALTON, Ga. (WDEF)- Today we met with Brandon Cawood and his wife, Whitney, and their two beautiful children to discuss their new documentary, "To Dye For."…
New Covenant Fellowship Church festival included a refreshing treat
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The New Covenant Fellowship Church held their fall festival today, which…
The DEA is sponsoring National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The DEA is sponsoring National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, where officials were urging community members to safely dispose of any outdated…
The BumbleBear Games are here in Chattanooga this weekend
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- This weekend The BumbleBear Games are showing up at the Marriott, showcasing the arcade game, Killer Queen, at the BumbleBash5. This festival includes…
Concerns raised after I-24 crash snarled traffic
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Chattanooga is notorious for its heavy traffic but after an accident involving an overturned semi-truck, City Council is discussing if there's any way to mitigate…
Senator Watson hosts the third annual All-American Bash
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Senator Bo Watson and other local and regional GOP members made an appearance at the All-American Bash at the Collegedale Commons. This year marks…
Coolidge Park is hosting The Grateful Gobbler Walk
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - It's time to start preparing for Chattanooga's annual Grateful Gobbler Walk, where all proceeds go to the MaClellan Shelter. This walk is an annual…
Kelsey’s Christmas for Kids
CHICKAMAUGA, Ga. (WDEF)- Chickamauga hosted their Pumpkin festival which included lots of shopping and learning about "Kelsey's Christmas for Kids" organization. Residents from the Chickamauga community and Chattanooga came to see all…
McKamey Animal Center and Crown Subaru’s pet adoption event
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The McKamey Animal Center Adoption and Crown Subaru are teaming up to host a pet adoption event tomorrow. This event is a part of…
TVA receives $250 million clean energy grant
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Today, the U.S. Department of Energy announced that the Tennessee Valley Authority was selected for a $250 million grant. They were selected for a $250 million…
Child dies after an accident at the Haunted Hilltop
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)- On Friday, October eleventh, a seventh-grade boy was pronounced deceased after being stuck by a tractor. The young boy was named Sam Jessen. He was a student at…
Hocus Pocus fall market in East Ridge
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF)- Camp Jordan Arena hosted the Hocus Pocus Fall Market in East Ridge, where donations were collected for Hurricane Helene victims. The Hocus Pocus Fall…
BOO AT THE CHATTANOOGA ZOO
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Chattanooga Zoo hosted their annual Halloween celebration, "Boo at the Zoo," featuring family-friendly festivities for everyone to enjoy. The celebration kicked off at 4p.m. this evening, with…
National Walk to a Park Day with Mayor Tim Kelly
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A group of students from Clifton Hills Elementary School accompanied Mayor Tim Kelly on a walk to Caruthers Park today. Together with Trust for…
Remote Area Medical is giving free medical services
UPDATE: Next weekend, RAM will be hosting another popup clinic in Memphis Tennessee and Allentown, Pennsylvania. The clinic in Memphis Tennessee will be held at the Neighborhood Christian Center at…
The Hamilton County Home Show in East Ridge
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF)- Camp Jordan Arena hosted The Hamilton County Home Show in East Ridge to help vendors showcase their products or services and get them out…
Elder’s Ace Hardware Joins Forces with the Salvation Army
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Elder's Ace Hardware Store has decided to join forces with the Salvation Army and support Hurricane Helene Victims. In support of Hurricane Helene victims, Elder's Ace…
Oktoberfest on Signal Mountain
SIGNAL MOUNTAIN, Tenn. (WDEF)- Today a celebration of German heritage was hosted at the Mountain Arts Community Center on signal mountain for Oktoberfest. The venue was filled with diverse groups of food…
Signal Mountain cornhole tournament
SIGNAL MOUNTAIN, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Signal Mountain Fire and Police Department came together and hosted a cornhole tournament where all proceeds are poured back into the community. While the Mountain Arts Community Center…
Lake Winnie’s history tour
ROSSVILLE, Ga. (WDEF)- Many residents of the Thrive at Brow Wood senior living community spent their afternoon on a field trip visiting Lake Winnepesaukah. This tour included a nice train ride and…
Port strike reaction
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)– A port strike along the east and gulf coast is worrying citizens as it could become one of America's most disruptive work stoppages in recent times. We spoke with individuals…
Hixson I Heart Mac and Cheese closed
HIXSON, Tenn. (WDEF) -- I Heart Mac and Cheese Hixson location officially shut their doors September 23, 2024. I Heart Mac and Cheese had their first opening on Monday,…
Grand opening at new East Ridge animal shelter
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF) – Thursday, September 26th, the city will hold the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at the new Animal Shelter. Construction of the new animal shelter in East…
Lillian Yi joins News 12 team as new Weekend Anchor/Reporter
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — News 12 This Morning: Lillian Yi joins News 12’s Chip Chapman and Amelia Greer to introduce herself to viewers and answer the hard-hitting questions—like “bacon or sausage?”…
China’s adoption ban impacting local families
UPDATE: A petition has been organized based on the following recent events. It includes a pre-drafted letter for one's local Congressional Representatives. In the ongoing effort for families to advocate for each other…