Firefighters battling woods fire in East Lake
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Chattanooga firefighters are battling a woods fire Wednesday evening in East Lake. (more…)
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Leaked memo about possible data breach stirs controversy at Hamilton County Commission
UPDATE: David Sharpe has issued a statement to News 12 in response to the mayor's comments on the leak of this potential data breach. He said, "I did not leak this memo, and I…
Hamilton County to send out property tax notices
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Some Hamilton County property owners can soon expect a tax increase. (more…)
What to know about raising backyard chickens
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF)- As egg prices continue to be high due to avian flu, many are considering raising backyard chickens. (more…)
UTC unveils Mobile MOC rural health service
DAYTON, Tenn. (WDEF)- UTC nursing students will be hitting the road across rural portions of our viewing area. (more…)
Sequatchie County firefighters gaining upper hand on wildfire
SEQUATCHIE COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)- On Sunday, a blaze blanked the skies of Sequatchie County. (more…)
Family, Sheriff pleading with public to help with search of missing man
LAFAYETTE, Ga. (WDEF)- It’s been two weeks since anyone has seen Tim McSears. (more…)
Expert witness at center of debate in upcoming Roberts trial
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The man soon to face trial in the murder of a Chattanooga businessman was back in court Friday afternoon. (more…)
Groundbreaking held for 16 sober living apartments
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The return to sober living will become easier for some recovering addicts. The Council for Drug and Alcohol Abuse Services (CADAS) held a groundbreaking for…
Board meets to discuss Education Freedom Scholarship implementation
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF)- The implementation of school vouchers in Tennessee was at the center of a long discussion Thursday. (more…)
Beer Board delays ‘The Dream’ punishment for January shootout
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A controversial Chattanooga nightclub will have to wait to learn what their punishment will be for a January shooting. (more…)
Hamilton County Commission approves decentralized sewer regulations
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Hamilton County Commission had to make a decision that will impact future development. (more…)
Hamilton County to restore Fireman’s Fountain
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A longtime Chattanooga landmark will soon get a rehabilitation. (more…)
Could an amphitheater be coming to Chattanooga?
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- With warmer weather here, many are thinking about the shows they’re going to catch over the next few months. (more…)
Office of Family Empowerment celebrates milestone
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A local resource for struggling families celebrated a milestone Tuesday. (more…)
UAW alleges VW ignored them in NLRB complaint
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- We have learned more about the charges the UAW is levying against Volkswagen in a NLRB complaint. (more…)
Recent Tennessee Supreme Court ruling raises questions about the residency of municipal judges
RED BANK, Tenn. (WDEF)- A recent Tennessee Supreme Court ruling could have an effect on who hears your next case. (more…)
Prayer request flyers handed out at senator’s church amid immigration education bill debate
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A controversial bill being advanced by a Hamilton County lawmaker is continuing to receive pushback. (more…)
Storm causes heavy damage in Palmer
PALMER, Tenn. (WDEF)- We are hearing of significant damage Saturday evening in Grundy County in the Palmer community. (more…)
Storm shelter to be available in Walker County
WALKER COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF)- A storm shelter will be available Saturday evening for residents in Walker County. (more…)
South Broad Stadium on track for April 2026 first pitch
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- We received an update on the construction progress of the South Broad Stadium. (more…)
UAW files suit against Volkswagen after they announce production cuts and voluntary layoffs
UPDATE: Employees voiced their frustration with the layoffs at a rally Thursday afternoon in front of Volkswagen's main entrance. A year ago, workers…
Resolution would not allow non-WWTA treatment facilities in Hamilton County
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)- Sewage capacity in rural Hamilton County has long been a point of contention. (more…)
More discussion on local effects of potential dissolution of Department of Education
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)-- Discussion is continuing about how cuts to the federal Department of Education will affect local schools. (more…)
Novonix PILOT approved by city council, county commission
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Novonix’s expansion plans in Chattanooga are moving forward. (more…)
Hamilton County officials launch new Overdose Prevention Team
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Hamilton County officials announced the launch of the Overdose Prevention Team (OPT) Wednesday. OPT is a new program aimed at saving lives and…
Rossville brush fire destroys at least one home as fire officials race to contain it
ROSSVILLE, Ga. (WDEF)- A large brush fire has left its mark on portions of Rossville and northern Walker County Tuesday evening. (more…)
Bill that could allow Tennessee schools to not admit undocumented students advances
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF)- A bill that could impact the ability of undocumented immigrants to be admitted into Tennessee public schools is stirring controversy across…
Hamilton County Schools facing budget cuts; exceptional education jobs in jeopardy
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Could there be a cut to exceptional education in Hamilton County? (more…)
Anonymous jury, cell phone data discussed at Chattanooga gang murder hearing
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The last defendant in a 2016 murder of a Chattanooga mother was back in court Monday. (more…)
Students may get more recess time in new Tennessee bill
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF)- Are Tennessee students getting enough recess time? (more…)
‘The Dream’ faces more scrutiny from Beer Board after January shootout
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A Chattanooga nightclub continues to be in hot water after a pair of shootings within the past four months. (more…)
South Pittsburg high school students learn how to ‘arrive alive’
SOUTH PITTSBURG, Tenn. (WDEF)- South Pittsburg high school students learned about how dangerous distracted driving can be on Thursday. (more…)
Residents react to proposed bill that would shield carpet manufacturers from lawsuits
DALTON, Ga. (WDEF)- A controversial bill regarding forever chemicals was the subject of a tense hearing in Atlanta. (more…)
North River Elementary to enter design phase
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The development of a new Hixson elementary school continues to move forward. (more…)
Mayor Kelly wins reelection in landslide, celebrates passage of amendment
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Chattanooga Mayor Tim Kelly has won reelection to a second term as Chattanooga mayor. (more…)
Concerns raised about new Chattanooga PILOT policy
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A meeting to discuss tax incentives for Chattanooga businesses faced some criticism Monday. (more…)
UTC breaks ground on business school expansion
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- UTC will soon be expanding their offerings for business students. (more…)
Liner could face death penalty if convicted of Cleveland realtor and ex-wife’s murder
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF)- Back on January 27th, Karen Liner, a beloved Cleveland realtor was murdered at her Arthur Lane home. (more…)
Hamilton County GOP preparing to elect new chair
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Local Republicans are beginning to discuss what’s next for their party following sweeping victories in November. (more…)