The City of Love comes to the Scenic City with Springtime in Chattanooga
Robert Davis with Shop the Market At joins News 12's Amelia Greer to preview one of their big upcoming spring events! CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Get ready to say "oui…
Marion County residents recount the terrifying aftermath of the storms
MARION COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - Early Sunday morning, severe weather tore through the Tennessee Valley, prompting multiple tornado warnings and leaving behind a path of destruction.…
Collegedale Hosts Thrilling Pigskin & Pig-Out Event with UTC Mocs and Local Food Trucks
COLLEGEDALE,TN -(WDEF)The Collegedale Parks and Recreation Department recently hosted their highly anticipated event, Pigskin & Pig-Out, drawing crowds from all over the area for a day filled with football excitement and mouthwatering food. Fresh off their championship win, the UTC…
Storm Hits Grundy County Overnight
GRUNDY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - Severe storms swept through Grundy County last night, leaving a trail of destruction. High winds and heavy rainfall caused significant damage across the area, affecting homes,…
Chattanooga garage completely destroyed by fire
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Early Sunday morning, Chattanooga firefighters prevented a house from going up in flames. At 3:38 a.m. on April 6, 2025, Red Shift crews were dispatched to the 6300 block of Bonny Oaks Drive after several…
Hands off protests against Trump Administration Policies
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Protesters gathered along Riverfront Parkway as part of a nationwide Hands Off! demonstration, opposing President Donald Trump’s administration and its controversial policy stances. The “Hands Off”…
A Chattanooga hero's remains return home after being missing for eight decades
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- For over eight decades, a Chattanooga family had one single question. (more…)
Marion County firefighters, Department of Forestry battling wildfire near Haletown
MARION COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)- Firefighters have been…
City of Chattanooga investigating data breach
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Chattanooga Mayor's office says it learned Friday that city data was affected by the recent Nationwide Recovery Services breach. (more…)
Orange Grove Center Honors Special Olympics Gold Medalist Jayme Salisbury
Orange Grove Center hosted a special presentation to honor Jayme Salisbury, a Special Olympics gold medalist, for his outstanding achievements at the 2025 Tennessee Special Olympics Winter Games. Salisbury, who competed, earned two gold medals in snowboard slalom and snowboard…
Cleveland Police investigating illegal dumping of tires and dog Remains
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Cleveland Police are investigating a case of illegal dumping after tires and containers of deceased dogs were discovered in a wooded area near an apartment complex. Officers were dispatched to the 3700 block of Keri Lane…
Firefighters respond to rescue at Koch Foods silo in Lookout Valley
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Chattanooga firefighters responded to a medical emergency and possible rescue at Koch Foods Inc. in Lookout Valley Friday afternoon. Crews were dispatched at 2:06 p.m. on…
Chattanooga police respond to early morning Broad Street shooting
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Chattanooga police are investigation a shooting that occurred on Broad Street early Friday morning. On April 4, 2025, at 2:30 a.m., officers responded to the 1800 block of Broad Street. Upon…
Controlled substances found in powder brought to McMinn County School
MCMINN COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A student at EK Baker School brought a white powder to campus that later tested…
Missing man arrested after being located in stolen work vehicle
MCMINN COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A McMinn County man who was reported missing has now been charged with vehicle theft. David Cowan was reported missing earlier this week but was later located in Ooltewah. He told police he needed space…
Chattanooga Fire Department launches new wildland fire team
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Chattanooga Fire Department (CFD) has launched a specialized Wildland Fire Team in response to the rising threat of wildfires across Tennessee. CFD also has 20 trained firefighters on the team, with plans to…
Trump's tariffs prompt China to retaliate with 34% levy on U.S. imports, rare earth element export controls
Beijing — China announced Friday that it will impose a 34% tariff on imports of all U.S. products beginning April 10. The new tariff matches the rate of the U.S. tariff announced by President Trump this…
Ford offers employee pricing to all car shoppers as new auto tariffs kick in
Ford Motor on Thursday announced that it would allow car shoppers to buy its 2024-25 vehicles, including gas, electric and hybrid-powered models, at the discounted price the automaker offers to its employees. Called "From America,…
UK police charge comedian Russell Brand with rape and sexual assault
LONDON (AP) — British police on Friday charged Russell Brand with rape and sexual assault following an 18-month investigation sparked when four women alleged they had been assaulted by the controversial comedian. London’s Metropolitan Police force said…
Cuatro Cinco released a new EP and prepares for Road to Nightfall
Local artist Cuatro Cinco joins News 12's Amelia Greer on the release of his latest EP, "Because I had to." He shares what it means to him and his journey this weekend…
'The Dream' punishment sparks debate on business' responsibility to maintain safety
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A controversial Chattanooga nightclub once again found itself in front of the Chattanooga Beer Board for the fifth straight meeting. (more…)
Senate bill sparking debate over forced open primaries
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF)- A bill advancing through the Tennessee General Assembly is raising concerns by local Republicans. (more…)
Lee University facing federal lawsuit over breach
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF)- Lee University is facing a federal lawsuit. (more…)
UTC Mocs Fever Sweeps Campus
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Excitement is at an all-time high on the campus of UTC as the Mocs make history. For the first time ever, they are heading to the NIT…
