CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park honored Memorial Day with a full day of historical programming. At Point Park on Lookout Mountain, visitors gathered throughout the day…
JASPER, Tenn. (WDEF) - Memorial Day is a time to remember and honor those who paid the ultimate price for our freedom. The annual Memorial Day Ceremony hosted by Jasper VFW Post…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Rows of white headstones stretch across the hills at Chattanooga National Cemetery, each one a name, a rank, a sacrifice. This weekend, hundreds of people walked among…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Families, friends, and supporters laced up their shoes this weekend in Chattanooga, not just for fitness, but for a powerful cause. The first-ever race hosted by Chattanooga…
RINGGOLD, GA (WDEF) - Memorial Day weekend brought music, food, and a little bit of history to downtown Ringgold, Georgia. The 1890 Days Jamboree is a beloved tradition that draws thousands…
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) - The smell of sizzling bacon is drawing crowds today at the Tri-State Exhibition Center in Cleveland, Tennessee, where the 7th annual BaCON Festival is officially underway. Running from 10 a.m. to…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Quest, one of the largest traveling dinosaur exhibits in North America, is back, bringing life-sized animatronic dinosaurs, fossil digs, science stations, and interactive displays for the…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Two Chattanooga principals traded their ties for aprons in a high-heat showdown earlier this month. Battle of the Bosses: Culinary Wars took place May 3rd at…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - If you’re thinking about hitting the road this summer, you're not alone, and this year, you might not feel quite as much pain at the pump. A…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Tennessee's school voucher program has expanded statewide, drawing tens of thousands of applications and generating both enthusiasm and concern. The issue is now front and center…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A Chattanooga favorite is celebrating a milestone this week. Bea’s Restaurant is turning 75. Located on Dodds Avenue, right at the foot of the ridge, Bea’s…
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A traffic stop attempt on Tuesday afternoon resulted in a brief pursuit and a man facing multiple charges. At approximately 12:20 p.m. on…
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) - It was a meaningful moment for downtown Cleveland this past week as Johnston Memorial Park officially reopened to the public. The newly renovated Johnston Memorial Park was…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - In honor of Foster Care Awareness Month, Tennessee’s pro sports teams, including our very own Chattanooga FC, are joining forces in a new initiative aimed at uplifting…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Chattanooga rolled out the red carpet for athletes from across the globe this morning, as the IRONMAN 70.3 race returned to the Scenic City for its tenth…
Tenn. (WDEF) - Elisha R., a police detective and mother of two from Memphis, began experiencing sudden, itchy hives all over her body in late 2021. Using her natural investigative skills,…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- As athletes gear up for this year’s IRONMAN Chattanooga, one name on the roster carries more than just racing credentials; it carries a story…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A familiar face in Chattanooga’s jewelry scene is at the center of a legal firestorm. Rick Davis, longtime owner of Rick Davis Gold & Diamonds on Brainerd…
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) -- There is a new charge tonight against Craig Liner, the Cleveland man accused of killing his wife, Karen. News 12 obtained…
RED BANK, Tenn. (WDEF) - Public Works Appreciation Week kicks off soon, and one local elementary student is helping celebrate in style. The City of Red Bank Public Works Department partnered with Alpine…
DALTON, GA. (WDEF) - This afternoon, city and state leaders gathered for a groundbreaking ceremony at the Dalton Municipal Airport. The event marked the start of construction on three new airplane…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Big events mean big changes to traffic, and Chattanooga is gearing up to welcome thousands for IRONMAN 70.3 this Sunday. The race kicks off early Sunday, May 18th, with the…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Hamilton County Pachyderm Club members gathered today for their weekly meeting, where guest speaker Dean Arnold took the spotlight. Arnold is a Chattanooga-based author, historian, filmmaker, and activist who has…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -This week marks the start of National Salvation Army Week, a time to honor one of the nation’s most recognized service organizations. Here in Chattanooga, the local Salvation…
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF) - A celebration of all things spooky took over East Ridge this weekend. ShudderCon 2025 brought together horror lovers, haunted attraction pros, and pop culture fans under…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A 4.1-magnitude earthquake shook East Tennessee this morning, with the epicenter located near Greenback in Blount County. The tremor struck at 9:04 a.m. Eastern, and residents across…
RINGGOLD, GA (WDEF) - It was all rhinestones and Southern charm in Ringgold this past Saturday as the city celebrated one of country music’s most beloved icons. Downtown Ringgold turned into…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Starting today, if you plan to fly, your regular driver’s license may not be enough. A long-delayed federal requirement is now in effect. The Real ID Act, passed in 2005…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Chattanooga resident Nathan Uglow has battled sleep issues since his teenage years. Friends and family told him he snored loudly, and he often felt exhausted, falling asleep at…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The JA Henry Community YMCA is serving up something new, and it’s not just about fitness. Starting today, their brand-new Teaching Kitchen is launching a series of…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - One local high school is being recognized for going above and beyond in preparing students for civic responsibility. Lookout Valley High School is now among…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A former Chattanooga teacher has pleaded guilty to federal charges after investigators say he tried to exploit two students, ages twelve and fourteen. Federal prosecutors say the…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A new change order could raise the cost of restoring Chattanooga’s Walnut Street Bridge by more than $630,000. If approved, that would bring the total renovation…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - It was a flavorful weekend at Camp Jordan as the 4th Annual Chattanooga Taco Festival took over East Ridge. Despite one day being canceled due to weather,…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Major League Fishing’s Bass Pro Tour Stage Four concluded today in Chattanooga, Tennessee, with Jake Lawrence emerging as the champion. Fishing on Nickajack Lake, the Paris,…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The 2025 Scenic City Gem and Mineral Show wrapped up today at Camp Jordan Arena in East Ridge. Over the past three days, visitors explored a stunning…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Chattanooga is getting ready to roll out the red, white, and blue as the city prepares to host the 2025 Armed Forces Parade and Luncheon this…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The world's top bass anglers have cast off in Chattanooga as Major League Fishing's Bass Pro Tour Stage 4 gets underway. From May 1st through the 4th,…
LAFAYETTE, GA (WDEF) - A disturbing discovery during a house tour leads to serious animal cruelty charges in Walker County. 5 people are now facing over 80 counts after authorities found…
HIXSON, Tenn. (WDEF) - A major retailer is breathing new life into the Northgate Mall area in Hixson, bringing with it a big boost to the local economy. The former Sears…