15 years later: remembering the 2011 Super Outbreak
RINGGOLD, Ga. (WDEF)- "When I moved here in the 1990s, the thinking was we don’t get that bad storms here because of all the ridges and the mountains…
Rivals clash at Georgia gubernatorial debate
ATLANTA (WDEF)- Those looking to replace Georgia Governor Brian Kemp made their cases Monday afternoon in a pair of debates. Both Republican and Democratic candidates made their cases this afternoon…
Commissioner Highlights Experience During Campaign
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Hamilton County Commissioner Chip Baker spoke to the Pachyderm club Monday as part of his reelection campaign for District 2. During the meeting, Baker highlighted…
In 8 weeks, the Iran war has dented the U.S. economy. The damage could linger, economists say.
In the eight weeks since the Iran war started, the conflict has driven gas prices above $4 a gallon, strained homebuyers and pushed inflation to its highest level in nearly two years. Even if the war ends soon, Americans are likely to feel the financial sting for months,…
Weather Update: Monday April 27, 2026
WDEF-TV News 12 Tennessee River Valley weather forecast Monday: Mostly sunny. Dry. Breezy. Highs: low 80's. Winds: SSE @ 5-15 MPH, gusts 25 MPH. Overnight: Mostly cloudy. Showers and thunderstorms. Lows: around 60. Winds: S @ 5-15 MPH, gusts 25…
Trump administration fires independent board overseeing the National Science Foundation
NEW YORK (AP) — The Trump administration has fired members of an independent board that oversees the National…
Heavy weekend rain slows 2 sprawling Georgia wildfires, even as new blazes start
BRUNSWICK, Ga. (AP) — Heavy rain slowed the progress of two sprawling southern Georgia wildfires over the weekend, allowing crews to make some progress in containing the blazes that have destroyed more than 100 homes. Although…
Iran’s top diplomat says the US wants to negotiate because it failed to achieve its war aims
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi told a Russian state TV reporter on Monday that despite the U.S. being a superpower, its leaders “have achieved none of their goals” in the war against his country. “That’s why they ask for negotiation,”…
National Association of Letter Carriers Partners with the Chattanooga Area Food Bank for annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. -- The National Association of Letter Carriers has partnered with the Chattanooga Area Food Bank for annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive on May 9th. They say each year, letter…
United Airlines CEO says he approached American Airlines to discuss possible merger
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby confirmed Monday that he approached American Airlines to explore a possible merger between the two carriers, a move that sparked concerns about competition in the airline industry. "I was confident that this combination, which would have been…
Iran offers to reopen Strait of Hormuz if US lifts its blockade and the war ends, officials say
CAIRO (AP) — Iran has offered to end its chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for the U.S. lifting its blockade on the country and an end to the war, while proposing…
US stocks drift in early trading as crude oil prices rise
NEW YORK (AP) - The U.S. stock market is drifting after uncertainty rose over the weekend about what will happen next in the Iran war, while oil prices are rising. The S&P 500 slipped less than 0.1% in early trading…
Thomas the Train Event Brings Family Fun
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Day Out with Thomas brought families to the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum for a seasonal train-themed event built around a real excursion ride experience. Visitors…
Learn how to keep our waters clean with the inaugural "WaterFest!"
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - WaterWays is introducing a brand-new event to help teach kids on ways to keep our water clean and healthy. Chattanooga is nicknamed the Scenic City and named the first…
Chattanooga Market Returns to First Horizon Pavilion
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Chattanooga Market is back for the season at the First Horizon Pavilion, launching its seasonal run with a weekend opening event. Opening weekend brought…
29th Annual National Cornbread Festival draws crowds to South Pittsburg
SOUTH PITTSBURG, Tenn. (WDEF) - The 29th Annual National Cornbread Festival took place this weekend in South Pittsburg, Tennessee, bringing thousands together to celebrate one of…
Jewish Federation of Chattanooga celebrates Israel’s Independence Day
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Today, the Jewish Federation of Chattanooga celebrated Israel’s Independence Day. Organizers say the event honored 78 years of Israel’s history and culture while bringing…
50-year-old Cleveland man dies after falling from a raft on Ocoee River
CROSSVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) - On Sunday, just before 1:30 p.m. EDT the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) Game Wardens and Tennessee State Park Rangers responded to a call regarding an unconscious man on the Ocoee River, just south of Ocoee…
Local home destroyed by house fire
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - On Sunday, the Flat Top and Sale Creek Volunteer Fire Departments responded to reports of heavy smoke at a home located at 13627 Jones Gap Road. According to the Hamilton County Office of Emergency Management (HCEMS),…
American Legion Post 214 hosts Friends and Family Day
ROSSVILLE, GA. (WDEF) - The American Legion Post 214 hosted its annual Friends and Family Day this afternoon, bringing the community together to honor veterans and celebrate…
Signal Mountain Police respond to bicycle crash
SIGNAL MOUNTAIN, Tenn. (WDEF) - On Saturday around 4:38 p.m., officers with the Signal Mountain Police Department responded to an injured bicyclist on Sam Powell Trail, near Nolan Elementary School. According to the Signal Mountain…
More construction on the way as 24/75 project is completed
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- For years, many have dealt with the congestion caused by the construction on Interstates 24 and 75 in Chattanooga.…
Wildwood Playscape opens at Enterprise South Nature Park
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Adventurers both young and old have a new place to explore…
Intel helps carry Wall Street to another record, while oil prices swing amid uncertainty over Iran
NEW YORK (AP) - A surge for Intel following a blowout profit report helped lead technology stocks higher, while oil prices keep swinging in the wait for what’s next with the Iran war. The S&P…