Frustrations continue between developers and IDB on The Bend project
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- "Quite frankly, I don’t appreciate these allegations." It’s been over two years since The Bend on the Chattanooga Westside broke ground. However, the…
Kelly says he still has concerns over airport board appointments
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The fight over who gets to control the board of the Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport continues to grow. State leaders have made six appointments…
New Partnership Fuels Tech Innovation
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Oak Ridge National Laboratory and The Company Lab signed a new partnership Wednesday aimed at helping bring more Tennessee-developed technology from the lab to the marketplace. The…
Playstation to end physical disc production in 2028
DALTON, GA. (WDEF) -- Sony made an announcement that’s sent waves through the gaming community. The maker of the PlayStation announced…
Goodwill Opportunity Centers connect the community with employment
DALTON, GA. (WDEF) -- If you need help finding employment, Goodwill says their Job Opportunity Centers can lend a helping hand. Goodwill hosted a hiring event in…
Why do airlines make passengers check their carry-on at the gate?
Catching a flight with just a carry-on can make travel feel easy. No need to check a bag and all your belongings stay with you. But quite often, that suddenly changes before boarding. Why do airlines make passengers gate-check their…
Weather Update: WEDNESDAY JULY 8, 2026
WDEF-TV News 12 Tennessee River Valley weather forecast Wednesday: Mostly sunny, hot. Scattered showers & thunderstorms. Highs: around 90. Winds: W @ 5 MPH. Overnight: Early showers / thunderstorms. Mostly clear / hazy, humid. Lows: low 70's. Winds: near calm.…
Arizona toddler declared dead after pool accident is found alive in hospital morgue
A toddler discovered in a backyard pool in a Phoenix suburb in February was declared dead before being found breathing hours later in a room that serves as the hospital morgue, according to recently released police records. Two Gilbert police…
Krispy Kreme Doughnuts shares Girl Scouts collab
Krispy Kreme Doughnuts has shared their collaboration with Girl Scouts. They are there are a few flavors to choose from, including: Thin Mints®: chocolate icing, Thin Mints® cookie crumbles, dark chocolate chips, and…
Dalton railroad crossings to close for repairs
The Dalton Police Department says that the Morris Street and Emery Street railroad crossings will be closed on Thursday, July 9, for scheduled repairs. They encourage to plan ahead and use an alternate route while the repairs are being completed.…
Mayors Wamp, Kelly discuss rising anti-growth sentiment at joint appearance
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- "The growth isn't going to stop." Chattanooga Mayor Tim Kelly and Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp appeared together at the third annual “Chatt with…
Ford recalls more than 177,000 vehicles over faulty wiper, drivetrain and other issues
Ford Motor is recalling more than 177,000 vehicles for three separate defects, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The Detroit automaker is recalling: 67,842 Mustang (2024-26 model years) and Mustang GTD (2025-26…
Owners of Erlanger Park, city enter into agreement on road upkeep
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The City of Chattanooga is set to enter into a new agreement with the owners of Erlanger Park. The agreement surrounds the entrance into the ballpark area on 26th…
US markets retreat, oil prices jump more than 5% after Trump says ceasefire with Iran is 'over'
U.S. stock futures slid lower and oil prices surged more than 5% after President Donald Trump said Wednesday that the interim agreement with Iran is over, though he will allow talks to continue. Futures for the S&P 500 were down…
Town of Signal Mountain warns of water leak
The Town of Signal Mountain says there is a water leak in the 600 block of Windy Way. Customers may experience, temporary, interruption to their water service, or low pressure while repairs are being made and the tank levels recover.…
CPD responds to shooting near East Brainerd Road and Reserve Way
UPDATE: On Tuesday evening, the Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) responded to a shooting in East Brainerd around 6:10 p.m., in the 7700 block of East Brainerd Road. According to CPD officers arrived on scene and found a 19-year-old…
Catoosa County Board of Education listens to comments on property tax increase
CATOOSA COUNTY, GA. (WDEF) - Residents gathered at a public hearing Tuesday evening as the Catoosa County Board of Education heard public comments on…
Residents Rebuild After Devastating Fire
HIXSON, Tenn. (WDEF) - A massive apartment fire in Hixson left dozens of people without homes Sunday, but residents say support from the community is helping them move forward. Investigators say…
Q ’n Brew Returns Saturday Night
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Q ’n Brew returns to the Chattanooga Zoo this weekend, bringing together barbecue, live entertainment, local brews, and family-friendly activities for an evening after regular zoo…
USPS to raise the price of a Forever stamp to 82 cents on Sunday. Here's what to know.
The U.S. Postal Service on Sunday will raise the price of a first-class Forever stamp from 78 cents to 82 cents, the latest in a series of increases aimed at stemming the agency's mounting financial losses. The USPS announced the increase in…
Waffle House lawsuit: Employees seek refunds over alleged illegal tobacco health insurance surcharge
If you work at Waffle House and use tobacco products, you may have been paying an extra fee on your health insurance that a new federal lawsuit says was illegal. A Georgia woman wants that money back for herself and…
Mexico investigating possible U.S. violations in 2024 capture of infamous cartel leader: "Someone lied"
Mexico said Tuesday it is investigating whether its sovereignty was violated by the United States in the 2024 capture of drug lord Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada, in the latest flareup…
Manhattan high-rise is still unstable after columns buckle, forcing evacuations
NEW YORK (AP) — A Manhattan high-rise that was under construction when columns buckled and bricks tumbled…
Judge dismisses Prince Harry's privacy invasion lawsuit against publisher of Daily Mail
LONDON (AP) - Prince Harry ’s final lawsuit aimed at taming the British tabloids ended in defeat Tuesday as a judge said he failed to prove his privacy invasion claims against the publisher of the Daily Mail. Justice Matthew Nicklin…