Ash Wednesday Sparks Faith Renewal
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Church bells rang across Chattanooga this morning as parishioners gathered at the Basilica of Saints Peter & Paul to mark Ash Wednesday, the start of the Lenten…
New Hangar Project Takes Off
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - West Star Aviation leaders and Hamilton County officials broke ground on a major expansion that will significantly increase the company’s operational capacity. West Star Aviation operates multiple…
Man arrested for sexual exploitation of a minor
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. -- A local man has been arrested following an investigation into reports of suspected child sexual abuse material from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, the Hamilton County…
Grandson of the inventor of Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups accuses Hershey of cutting corners
The grandson of the inventor of Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups has lashed out at The Hershey Co., accusing the candy company of hurting the Reese’s brand by shifting to cheaper ingredients in many…
Transportation Department says more than 550 driving schools should close over safety failures
More than 550 commercial driving schools in the U.S. that train truckers and bus drivers must close after investigators found they employed unqualified instructors, failed to adequately test students and other safety issues, the federal Transportation Department plans to announce…
Bayer proposes $7.2 billion settlement to resolve Roundup weedkiller cases
Bayer said on Tuesday that its Monsanto chemical subsidiary has proposed a $7.25 billion settlement to resolve lawsuits by customers alleging that its Roundup weedkiller product caused non-Hodgkin lymphoma. If the settlement wins court approval,…
Man arrested following Hixson burglary investigation
HIXSON -- On February, 17, Hamilton County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) detectives arrested a man following a reported burglary less than a week ago. Joshua Craig was arrested in the 6900 block of…
Bojangles brings back Bojangler® Fish Sandwich
Bojangles has announced they are bringing back the Bojangler® Fish Sandwich, which will hit menus on February 23. They say the original Bojangler features a crispy, panko-breaded Alaskan Pollock filet seasoned with Bo’s Famous Seasoning,…
Former Bishop Richard Stika Passes Away
The former Bishop over Catholics in our area has died. Richard Stika was 68. He stepped down for health reasons three years ago from the Diocese of Knoxville. He said he had…
Nvidia helps lead US stocks higher in early trading
NEW YORK (AP) - The U.S. stock market is ticking higher, led by its most influential company, Nvidia. The S&P 500 rose 0.1% early Wednesday, bringing it a bit closer to its all-time high set last month. The Dow Jones…
Dalton woman pleads guilty to murder after stabbing man 61 times
A 34-year-old Dalton woman has pleaded guilty to felony murder after a man was stabbed 61 times. Requiya Kierra Reynolds pled guilty to the murder of Michael Cronan. An agent testified that a 911 call…
Moderna says the FDA will consider its new flu shot after resolving a public dispute
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Food and Drug Administration will consider whether to approve Moderna’s new flu vaccine after all, resolving a dispute that had blocked the company’s application for the first-of-its-kind shot. Moderna announced the change Wednesday,…
FDA investigating Salmonella outbreak connected to moringa powder
Public health officials are investigating a Salmonella outbreak linked to Rosabella-brand moringa powder, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The CDC, Food and Drug Administration and state public health officials are looking into…
Chattanoogans remember Jesse Jackson
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Legendary Civil Rights icon Reverend Jesse Jackson died Tuesday at the age of 84. Jackson also has a legacy here in Chattanooga. a city he visited many times during the Civil Rights Era. There was one man,…
Don't suffer a broken heart during Heart Month with the Chattanooga Heart Institute
Dr. William Warren joins News 12's Chip Chapman to discuss heart health during 'American Heart Month' in February. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - February is Heart Month and the Chattanooga Heart…
Death prompts investigation on Birchwood Pike
The Hamilton County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) says an investigation is underway following the death of an individual on Birchwood Pike on Tuesday, February 17. They say in the morning hours, deputies observed…
Pancake Race Celebrates Shrove Tuesday
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Students at St. Nicholas Elementary School celebrated Shrove Tuesday with their third annual pancake race, a tradition that blends faith, learning, and hands-on fun. The morning began…
Honduras brother and sister indicted for scheme to bring a 15 year old girl to the U.S.
ATLANTA (WDEF) - Prosecutors say they have indicted two people from Honduras on charges of alien smuggling and fraud. They were illegal themselves. And prosecutors say they smuggled a child into the country and applied to sponsor her. “Through coordinated…
City leaders thank Fleischmann for bringing Federal Investment to Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Chattanooga leaders met at City Hall this morning to highlight new federal funding headed to the area and to thank Congressman Chuck…
Fleischmann addresses new developments in Epstein files
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - While at City Hall covering Representative Chuck Fleischmann’s latest financial funding announcement, reporters also asked about new information released in the Epstein files. Representative Chuck…
Weather Update: Wednesday February 18, 2026
WDEF-TV News 12 Tennessee River Valley weather forecast Overnight: Mostly cloudy. Lows: mid 50's. Winds: S @ 5-10, gusts 20-25 MPH. Wednesday: Cloudy, mild, breezy. Highs: mid 70's. Winds: SW @ 10-15, gusts 20-25 MPH. Overnight: Mostly cloudy with showers…
Golden Apple Award: Arlene Slaughter, Dupont Elementary
CHATTANOOOGA. TN (WDEF) - Her fellow educators at Dupont Elementary describe Arlene Slaughter as an excellent role model. Her patience and kindness extend far beyond the classroom to every…
Candidate Highlights Plans for Tennesseans
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Tennessee Governor candidate Jerri Green visited Chattanooga on Tuesday to meet with local residents and voters. The event took place at the Chattanooga Masonic Center. Green, a…
Pediatric Diagnostic Associates opens new office
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. -- Pediatric Diagnostic Associates (PDA) says it has opened its new office at 6787 Lee Highway, Unit 103. This new location replaces the practice’s previous office on Jarnigan Road, just off…