The contoversial snail darter may not be endangered for long
46 years after being put on the endangered species list, the small fish from southeast Tennessee is ready to come off it.
Douglas Heights evicts resident linked to weekend shooting
The resident accused of letting two shooting suspects into Douglas Heights apartments has been evicted. In a statement, the company that owns the property says they can confirm the person was found in violation of their lease agreement, and was…
Breaking down Chattanooga area's shooting spree this summer
"You can't go outside nowadays because of this crap."
Dalton tax perparer indicted on RICO charges
DALTON, Georgia (WDEF) A Dalton tax preparer has been indicted by a Whitfield County grand jury for violation of the federal RICO act. Maribel Mireles had previously been arrested in 2017 and 2018 by the Dalton Police Department for computer forgery…
Penny's Lemonade gives back to those in need
A Chattanooga 12-year-old-girl is giving back to those in need with her lemonade business.
Tennessee must mediate with prisoners over hepatitis C drugs
By TRAVIS LOLLER Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - A federal judge has ordered the state of Tennessee to mediate with a group of prisoners who are demanding treatment for their hepatitis C infections. The order came after a four-day…
Questions remain over formation of Hamilton County Citizen's Oversight Committee
The question of whether the Hamilton county sheriff's office will someday have a citizens oversight committee is still being debated.
Ringleader pleads guilty in Dalton underage girl trafficking case
Prosecutors say Acosta trafficked at least six underage girls for sex throughout North Georgia
Police arrest second suspect in chemical attack on CARTA workers 2 years ago
They call him a co-conspirator and and facilitator of a deliberate attack with a chemical substance.
Woman shot driving on in East Chattanooga Thursday night
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Chattanooga police are investigating the shooting of a woman Thursday night in East Chattanooga. Investigators were told that the 44 year old woman was driving in the 900 block of Roanoke Avenue when someone shot at the…
After 7 kids get cancer, chemical in city's water scrutinized
Parents in one California community are fighting for answers after at least seven children were diagnosed with cancer in the past four years. Earlier this year, they fought to remove a cell phone tower from a local elementary school campus.…
Two more accusers come forward after Jeffrey Epstein denied bail
At least two more women have come forward with allegations against financier Jeffrey Epstein since a New York judge denied his request for bail on Thursday, CBS News has learned. The 66-year-old is charged with two counts of sex trafficking…
Chattanooga Police respond to a shooting
CHATTANOOGA, (TENN) - Chattanooga Police responded to a shooting on Thursday afternoon. It happened at 200 Tunnel Road in the 800 block of Gillespie Road. A 25 year old male was shot and transported to a local hospital. The victim…
Volkswagen Chattanooga gets new CEO, leaders
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Volkswagen Chattanooga facility is gearing up for an exciting future. And, they'll be doing it with newly announced CEO Tom du Plessis. "I'm honored to be here," du Plessis said in a press conference on…
Target introduces Halloween costumes for kids with disabilities
Halloween costumes are more inclusive than ever before, thanks in part to Target's latest innovative options. Target's Hyde and Eek! Boutique range has introduced four new Halloween costumes adapted for kids with disabilities. One of the designs allows kids to…
Lookouts & Academy Sports equip students with Back to School backpacks
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - For the second year in a row, the Chattanooga Lookouts and Academy Sports teamed up to give 30 kids a shopping spree. News 12's Danielle Moss tells us how back to school shopping got a little easier for…
U.S. warship destroys Iranian drone over Strait of Hormuz
Warship takes down Iranian drone The U.S. destroyed an Iranian drone over the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday, President Trump announced in the East Room of the White House. The president claimed the action was a defensive one after an…
Sheriff Hammond rejects call for Citizens Oversight Committee
"As long as I'm Sheriff, I'm not going to support an oversight committee when we already have plenty of things in place."
Warnings that the viral FACEAPP photos are going to a Russian company
" It's kinda scary because everyone thinks like oh, it's on my phone no one will every really see it it's just for me."
Collegedale Mayor issues statement on ticket quota controversy
"I can assure you that the city does not have a culture of cover-up."
New Volkswagen Chattanooga CEO announced
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Volkswagen plant is getting a new CEO. On Thursday, they announced a new group of leaders. Tom du Plessis is transitioning to become the new CEO of the facility. Former CEO Frank Fischer came back…
13 Philadelphia cops to be fired over racist Facebook posts
Philadelphia — Thirteen Philadelphia police officers will be fired over racist or offensive Facebook posts. More than 50 other officers are being reprimanded or suspended. "I continue to be very angered and disappointed by these posts," said Police Commissioner Richard…
Nursing shortage impact in the Tennessee Valley
There is a nursing shortage across the country and here in the Tennessee Valley.
Georgia senator hospitalized after apartment fall
WASHINGTON (AP) - Georgia U.S. Sen. Johnny Isakson has been hospitalized after he fell and fractured four ribs. In a news release Wednesday evening, the senator's spokeswoman Amanda Maddox said the 74-year-old fell in his Washington apartment Tuesday night. Maddox…