Chattanooga man pleads guilty to 2023 manslaughter case
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A Chattanooga man has pleaded guilty to killing a woman more than two years ago. Around noon…
Tennessee sets new execution date for Harold Wayne Nichols
NASHVILLE, Tennessee (WDEF) - Tennessee has set a new execution date for Chattanoogan Harold Wayne Nichols. The state set dates for four death row inmates on…
Rising stars shine on Jessica Baio's Unsaid Tour
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) - Rising star Jessica Baio, a 23-year-old singer and social media influencer, is making waves with her Unsaid Tour, bringing songs from her newest album…
Concerns raised about new Chattanooga PILOT policy
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A meeting to discuss tax incentives for Chattanooga businesses faced some criticism Monday. (more…)
What's Right With Our Schools: Six Triple Eight Star Speaks at Tyner Academy
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) -- In the movie, The Six Triple 8, Tyler Perry shares the story of an all-black, all-female Battalion in World…
Health Council Addresses Measles Outbreak Concerns
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Health experts in Tennessee are taking proactive steps to address growing concerns over the recent measles outbreak, even though no cases have been reported in the…
TVA Employees Return to Office
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A change is on the horizon for TVA employees in Chattanooga. After nearly four years of remote and hybrid work, TVA called workers back to the office…
Additional charges filed in connection to Sale Creek SWAT standoff
SALE CREEK, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Authorities have filed additional charges in connection to the February SWAT standoff in Sale Creek. Kenneth Lee Kizzar and Julia Ann Kizzar have both been charged with 11 felonies related to the investigation and…
Multiple agencies respond to Collegedale brush fire
COLLEGEDALE, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Several agencies responded to a large brush fire in Collegedale Monday afternoon. At 12:45 p.m., March 3, 2025, a homeowner reported a large brush near a residence at 4618 Howardsville Road. The Tri-Community Volunteer…
One person dead, one injured after car crash on Hixson Pike
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- One person died at a local hospital after being involved in a crash on Hixson Pike Saturday afternoon. At 2:00…
Whitfield County house fire claims life of 88-year-old
WHITFIELD COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) -- A house fire in Whitfield County claimed the life of an 88-year-old Monday morning. At 8:45 a.m., March 3, 2025, the Whitfield County…
Chickamauga man arrested for cock fighting, animal cruelty
CHICKAMAUGA, Ga. (WDEF) -- A Chickamauga man has been arrested and charged with 27 counts of animal cruelty. On March 1, 2025 a deputy with the Walker County…
UTC breaks ground on business school expansion
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- UTC will soon be expanding their offerings for business students. (more…)
Kroger CEO resigns after probe into his personal conduct
Kroger CEO Rodney McMullen is resigning following a probe into his personal conduct, the grocery chain said Monday. McMullen, who was both the chairman and CEO, is out after…
Chattanooga firefighters respond to Elena Drive house fire
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Chattanooga firefighters were on the scene of a house fire this morning in a neighborhood between Amnicola Highway and Riverside Drive. Crews responded to…
One man arrested after leading authorities on pursuit in stolen vehicle
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A man has been arrested and charged after leading authorities on a pursuit in a stolen vehicle. At 8:20 p.m.,…
Tasty Donuts is ready for Fat Tuesday!
Final days of Mardi Gras and Tasty Donuts has the best dessert to celebrate, King Cake! CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Tasty Donuts owner Tony McInnis and operation manager A.J. McInnis are all…
Bridal Fair brings wedding dreams to life in Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - News 12 and The Chattanoogan teamed up to host the Tennessee Valley Bridal Fair, bringing future brides and wedding enthusiasts together for a…
For the Culture: Free Haircuts Making a Difference
CHATTANOOGA , Tenn. (WDEF) Janaria McIntosh, also known as Jay, is the passionate founder of For the Culture, an organization dedicated to giving back to the community in…
Chattanooga Celebrates 36th Annual Arbor Day
Chattanooga celebrated its 36th Annual Arbor Day at the Washington Hills Community Center, where volunteers planted 36 trees along Oakwood Drive and the community center grounds. Mayor Tim Kelly spoke proudly of the city's environmental efforts, saying, “This event highlights…
Harrison Elementary Hosts Annual Black History Month Living Wax Museum
Chattanooga , Tenn. (WDEF)Harrison Elementary School recently hosted its highly anticipated annual Black History Month Living Wax Museum, where students took on the roles of legendary Black figures, from civil rights leaders to sports icons, bringing their stories to life.…
TVA Tree Removal Raises Concerns
SODDY DAISY, Tenn. (WDEF) - TVA is cutting down trees near the Sequoyah Nuclear Plant, citing federal safety requirements. But residents are raising concerns about the environmental impact and large sawdust…
Canada, Mexico tariffs begin on March fourth
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- President Trump says tariffs on Mexico and Canada are about to begin. Economic commentator, Thomas Fellows, believes these tariffs will impact Chattanooga directly. He says…
Should vaccinated individuals be worried about the Measles outbreak?
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- An eradicated illness is returning. Should people be concerned? A measles outbreak has started from a Mennonite community in Texas. News 12’s…