2023 Amazon Murder Trial Continues Its Deliberation
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - In a significant update today, the trial of D’ante Jones, accused in the fatal shooting outside Chattanooga’s Amazon Fulfillment Center, presented critical evidence and…
Robert Hanley
Articles
Trial gets underway for 2023 Amazon shooting suspect
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A young life tragically cut short, a community demanding justice, and a courtroom where emotions and evidence stood still all collided this Tuesday afternoon in…
Renewal by Andersen Hosts Winter Clothing Drive
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - With temperatures in the area staying low, one local company is stepping up in a big way to ensure no one is left out in…
Victim’s ex-husband charged in Cleveland homicide case
UPDATE (1/28/2025): Cleveland Police have made an arrest in connection to the homicide in a local neighborhood Monday morning. The homicide involved local…
Ron Elliott Campaigns for District 9 City Council
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A special fundraiser concert lit up the stage this evening in support of Ron Elliott, a candidate for Chattanooga City Council. Elliott, known for his dedication to public service, rallied the community in an effort to…
Preventing Frozen Pipes in Freezing Weather
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - With freezing temperatures continuing to grip the region, one of the biggest concerns for homeowners is protecting their pipes from bursting. It only takes a few…
New Development Project for Glass Street
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Change is in the air for Chattanooga as the historic Glass Street neighborhood gears up for a major transformation. A new development project is set to…
Voluntary Attainable Housing Incentives Approved by Council
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - In a groundbreaking move, Chattanooga is leading the way in Tennessee with an innovative approach to tackling the housing crisis. The city council has just…
Ensuring Your Car is Prepared for Winter Weather
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - As temperatures drop and winter weather sets in, it’s crucial for drivers to take steps to prepare their vehicles for the cold and potentially…
Nonprofit Launching Study for Potential Performing Arts Center
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A nonprofit organization has just announced the launch of a study to assess the need for a community Performing Arts Center in the city. …
Tennessee Valley Preparing for Arctic Blast
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - From freezing pipes to black ice on the roads, the impact of winter weather can be serious if you’re not ready. Whether it’s your house, your…
Chattacon returns for its 50th anniversary
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - This weekend, our city hosted the 50th annual Chattacon, a premier science fiction and fantasy literary convention. This weekend, the city was buzzing with excitement as…
Supporting Older Adults in Their Job Search
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - With the job market continuing to evolve in 2025, older workers are continuing to face different challenges when it comes to finding employment. Companies like…
Domestic violence case continues to raise awareness for survivors
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - As the ongoing legal battle surrounding Jason Chen continues into day 3 of deliberation, we are now focusing on supporting survivors of domestic…
Community Members Invited to Participate in National Museum Selfie Day
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Get your phones ready because today we’re talking about an event that’s as picture-perfect as it gets. It’s National Selfie in a…
Chattanooga community rallies together against School Voucher Proposal
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A day of deliberation regarding Governor Bill Lee’s controversial school voucher bill has continued to draw sharp criticism from education advocates. The voucher program,…
Chattanooga to celebrate Dolly Parton
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - In a heartwarming tribute to a true Tennessee icon, Signal Centers is launching a special celebration for the one and only Dolly Parton’s birthday. Signal Centers, a…
PawPaw Ministry Provides for Less Fortunate During Frigid Weather
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - PawPaw’s Ministry, a community-driven organization, is on a heartfelt mission to ensure that no one faces the cold unprotected. In the heart of…
Court Hearing for Disability Appeal for Former CFD Firefighter Commences
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) The Court of Appeals of Tennessee at Knoxville held the hearing of Matthew Long vs. Chattanooga Fire and Police Pension Fund this morning after a denied appeal. News 12 Robert Hanley has more on the case. Petitioner…
Shuttle Service brings rideshare opportunities to Lookout Mountain
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Lookout Mountain Shuttle Service, a project designed to enhance access and ease congestion to Tennessee’s most popular tourist destinations, has officially launched. The shuttle service comes…
Shelters are opening their doors to those needing somewhere warm to go
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - With temperatures expected to plummet into the teens tonight, local shelters in Chattanooga are opening their doors to help vulnerable individuals and families stay safe from the extreme cold. Temperatures tonight could dip well below freezing,…
Sexual Assault Training now required for service workers in Tennessee
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A groundbreaking state law is now in effect, requiring sexual assault training for service industry workers—a move advocates say is a vital…
Chattanooga Zoo Family Welcomes Boysenberry the Sloth
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - As the new year is already off to a fast start, a very slow animal is joining the Chattanooga Zoo family. Starting this week, visitors…
Ruby Falls Celebrates 96 Years of Being Discovered
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Being one of Chattanooga’s most iconic sights to see, Ruby Falls recently celebrated 96 years of being discovered this past Monday. Located deep within…
Four exciting projects set to take place this new year
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - As the calendar turns to 2025, Chattanooga stands poised for another year of transformation and progress. Our reporter Robert Hanley is highlighting four exciting projects set to begin this year. A project, which started in July…
Lighting up Chattanooga One Train Ride at a Time
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Chattanooga Holiday Christmas Light Train is back, bringing joy, sparkle, and nostalgia to families across the region. Every year, the Tennessee Valley…
Lil Mama’s to close their doors December 31st
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Lil Mama's Chicago Style Hoagy, a beloved sandwich shop in Chattanooga, has announced it will permanently close its doors on December 31. Located in…
Transportation Museum making its way to Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - With Chattanooga being the root of transportation history, a new historical chapter is beginning for all to enjoy. Firecrown Media, led by entrepreneur Craig Fuller, has announced the acquisition of…
Medical Debt forgiven for thousands of families across Northwest Georgia
ROCK SPRING, GA (WDEF) - A local church is making a monumental difference in the lives of many in our community by partnering with a nonprofit organization to eliminate medical debt. It’s a story of…
Reflection Riding continues to connect the community with nature
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A unique event is drawing nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers to Reflection Riding Arboretum and Nature Center. Owl Odyssey is an event that offers participants the chance to connect with…
Community Center making care packages for healthcare workers
HIXSON, Tenn. (WDEF) - In a heartwarming display of community spirit, the Hixson Community Center is stepping up to support local healthcare workers. This week, volunteers from across…
TSA provides dos and don’ts for holiday traveling
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - With the holiday season in full swing, millions of travelers are heading to airports to reunite with loved ones. Airports are expected to be…
AI continues to advance legal resources
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - After 2 years of Chat G-P-T, many industries, including the legal industry, are continuing to take full advantage of AI services. In an increasingly digital world,…
Georgia Schools Join with Articulation Agreement
CALHOUN, GA (WDEF) - A major milestone in higher education was achieved today as three regional institutions came together to expand opportunities for students. Dalton State College, Georgia Highlands College, and Georgia Northwestern Technical…
Tiny new friends at the Chattanooga Zoo
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Exciting update for all you animal lovers out there. The Chattanooga Zoo has some new residents—and they’re already stealing hearts. The zoo has welcomed not…
Sizzling competition and holiday joy at the Convention Center
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Chattanooga Convention Center brought some competition for food lovers and culinary enthusiasts this afternoon accompanied by some holiday shopping for all. The…
Sylvan Learning sharing ways to show gratitude
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - This holiday season, Sylvan Learning of Chattanooga is spreading Christmas joy in a unique way by combining education with festive cheer. Sylvan Learning Center is…
AI Models to start classifying dinosaur teeth
COLLEGEDALE, Tenn. (WDEF) - Researchers at Southern Adventist University are bringing the prehistoric past into the digital future in a very unique way. The project is part of a groundbreaking effort to harness AI…
Updates on the suspected cause of the Lookout Mountain fire
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - It has almost been one week since a wildland fire disrupted one of the city’s most iconic attractions and we are finally…
Ocoee Middle School becomes a Unified Champion School
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) A Cleveland middle school is making strides in inclusion and unity as they are awarded a prestigious honor marking them as the first school in…