Banner Built Homes launches new East Brainerd community
EAST BRAINERD, Tenn. (WDEF) - A new housing community is coming to East Brainerd. Tennessee-based homebuilder Banner Built Homes has announced the launch of Davidson Meadows, its first…
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Small apartment fire at Borough 33 Apartments
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Firefighters responded to the Borough 33 Apartments Saturday morning after reports of a fire inside one of the units. Chattanooga Fire Captain Daniel Atkins says…
Individual rescued after falling 1,000 feet down creek
SPENCER, Tenn, (WDEF) - On Saturday a little after 2:00 pm Piney Volunteer Fire Department was dispatched to Fall Creek Falls State Park for an individual that had a medical emergency down the creek below the Cable Trail. The Fire…
Domestic incident leads to multiple felony counts
SODDY-DAISY, Tenn. (WDEF) - On Saturday, deputies responded to a domestic incident near the 9000 block of Dallas Hollow Road that involved multiple gunshots and property damage. According to the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office,…
CPD heard gunshots and found two teens wounded
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) is investigating a shooting that happened Sunday around 1:30 a.m. in the 2300 block of Milne Street. According to police, officers were nearby on an unrelated call for service when they…
Police investigate Halloween party due to firearm being shot
DALTON, Ga. (WDEF) - On Saturday around 10:43 p.m., Whitfield County Sheriff’s Office Deputies were dispatched to 1904 East Morris Street regarding a firearm being shot at a Halloween party. According to police, their detectives were called to the scene…
Refindery on McCallie celebrates 10 years in Chattanooga
Chattanooga, Tenn. (WDEF) - This weekend, the Refindery on McCallie is celebrating 10 years in Chattanooga. The popular marketplace marked the milestone with a special event featuring food…
Merry Grinchmas takes over the Colonnade in Ringgold
RINGGOLD, Ga. (WDEF) - Merry Christmas! It’s that time of year again when Santa, the Grinch, and a little holiday magic take over the Colonnade in Ringgold. Shannon…
One victim with life threatening injuries found after shooting
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) is investigating a shooting that occurred on November 1, 2025, around 3:08a.m. in the 5000 block of Rossville Boulevard. According to police, when officers arrived on the scene, they found a…
Blood Assurance faces critical platelet shortage
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Blood Assurance says it’s facing another critical shortage, this time, the supply of platelets is running dangerously low. Officials say platelet levels were already low, but…
Candlelight Vigil to honor domestic violence survivors and victims
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - To close out Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a candlelight service will honor survivors and memorialize victims who lost their lives to domestic violence.…
New arrests made nearly five years after deadly Chattanooga shootings
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Chattanooga Police have made two additional arrests in connection to two homicides that happened nearly five years ago. According to authorities, Willie…
Domestic Violence Survivor: Kimberly Smith’s Story
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - For years, Kimberly Smith lived in silence, trapped in a relationship that left her afraid to speak and ashamed to be seen. Today, she stands as…
Gang investigator testifies as evidence builds in Andre Grier Murder Trial
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The murder trial of Andre Grier continued Saturday, October 25, inside the Hamilton County Courthouse as prosecutors worked to connect…
PawPaw’s Homeless Ministry hosts holiday events to help families in need
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - In the heart of Chattanooga, a quiet movement of compassion is taking hold. The nonprofit PawPaw’s Homeless Ministry, led by the…
Happy Manufacturing Month: A peek behind the scenes
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - October is Manufacturing Month, a time to honor the men and women who help build the products we rely on every single day. At…
Watch Party celebrating local country artist Channing Wilson
LAFAYETTE, Ga. (WDEF) - Music, laughter, and small-town pride filled the streets of downtown LaFayette, Georgia, as the community gathered for a watch party celebrating local country artist…
Runners cross finish line at the 7 Bridges Marathon
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The construction on the Walnut Street Bridge paused for a day, making way for one of Chattanooga’s most scenic races, the 7 Bridges…
The Green Eyes Festival returns to Chickamauga
CHICKAMAUGA, Ga. (WDEF) - The Green Eyes Festival made its return to downtown Chickamauga, celebrating local folklore and community spirit. The event highlights the legend of Ole’ Green Eyes,…
Domestic Violence Survivor: Kelsey Bell’s Story
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Tonight, we’re hearing from a Chattanooga woman who turned her pain into purpose. Once a victim of domestic abuse, she is now the President of Voices,…
Chattanooga working to clear brush piles as 311 system gets an upgrade
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Many Chattanooga neighborhoods are still waiting for their brush piles to be picked up, but city leaders say help is…
Faith based film under production in Murray County
MURRAY COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) — If you happened to see a SWAT team in Murray County this week, don’t be alarmed, it was all part of a movie…
Operation Outreach hosts 2025 Veterans Appreciation Banquet
ROCK SPRING, Ga. (WDEF) — Don’t forget to mark your calendars, because Operation Outreach is inviting the community to honor those who’ve served our nation. The organization will host…
Wall of the Fallen Ceremony honors lives lost
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Hundreds gathered in Chattanooga to honor those who lost their lives serving in the towing and recovery industry. The annual Wall of the Fallen ceremony,…
Car accident on Highway 27 just before I-24 West
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - This afternoon, News 12 witnessed the aftermath of a car accident on Highway 27, just before the I-24 West, Nashville and Birmingham exit.…
Injured hiker rescued on Signal Mountain
SIGNAL MOUNTAIN, Tenn. (WDEF) - At 10:51am this morning, the Signal Mountain Fire Department was dispatched to an injured hiker on the Cumberland Trail at Signal Point. According to…
Structure in Catoosa is a complete loss fire
CATOOSA COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) - Just after 5:30p.m., the Catoosa County Fire Department responded to a fire reported at 63 Sunset Drive. According to the Catoosa County PIO, the command staff and multiple volunteers arrived to heavy fire conditions.…
The CPD worked a two-alarm high rise fire at Mary Walker Towers
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Around 12:15 on Saturday morning, first responders responded to 2501 Market Street due to an automatic fire alarm. According to The Chattanooga Fire Department, their crew worked a two-alarm high rise fire overnight at Mary…
Happy National Walk in a Park Day
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Happy National Walk in the Park Day. Community leaders, including members of the Parks and Outdoors Advisory Committee and the Trust for Public Land, came…
Parkridge highlights mental health support
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - October 10th marks World Mental Health Day, a time to pause, reflect, and remind us that mental well-being is just as vital as physical health. Parkridge Health…
First Responder Hero Award: Sgt. Mark Bender
CHATTANOOGA, 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, firefighter,…
News 12 launches weekend series for Domestic Violence Awareness Month
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - October marks Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a time dedicated to honoring survivors, promoting prevention, and highlighting local resources that bring hope and…
Exclusive interview: Judge calls for mental health reform after death of local man
BRADLEY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - A Bradley County judge is speaking out after the tragic death of a 27-year-old man who spent years…
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…
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,…
Bank robbery suspect identified and arrested
UPDATE: The Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) has arrested the suspect in connection to the bank robbery incidents in Hixson over the weekend. 64-year-old David Taylor was taken into custody after returning to one of the banks he attempted to rob,…
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…