Fort Oglethorpe family left with nothing after flooding
FORT OGLETHORPE, Ga. (WDEF) - In Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia, one family is left picking up the pieces after floodwaters destroyed everything they owned. Timothy and Lauren Gipson, along…
Brainerd Baptist Church Provides Flood Relief in North Georgia
Roseville,GA (WDEF)Brainerd Baptist Church’s North Georgia campus is stepping in to support families hit hard by recent flooding. Church members spent the day unloading trucks and sorting donations for residents who lost homes and belongings. The campus has quickly become…
Student arrested after fight at Howard School
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - One student has been charged after a fight at The Howard School on Friday. Hamilton County Sheriff's officials say six students began fighting this morning. They say one of them pulled a knife. That student has been…
Mayor Kelly releases updated property tax proposal
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Chattanooga Mayor Tim Kelly has released an updated property tax rate proposal to raise money for first responder pay. (more…)
Sheriff Garrett announces pay raises for Hamilton County Deputies
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tennessee (WDEF) - The discrepancy between pay rates for the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office and Chattanooga Police is about to get worse. Chattanooga is debating a tax hike to give fire and police a pay raise. The city's…
Marion County man arrested after authorities say he burned his father's body in fire pit
MARION COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)- A man has been arrested after authorities say he burned his dead father's body. (more…)
First Responder Hero Award: Lt. Justin Small
VARNELL, Ga. (WDEF) - News 12 is recognizing some of the bravest members of our community through the First Responders Hero Award. Whether someone is an EMT, paramedic,…
Questions about infrastructure and outside assistance remain after deadly flooding
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Historic flash flooding on Tuesday evening left four dead…
Economic Boom Downtown
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A new report from River City Company shows downtown Chattanooga thriving across retail, office, hospitality, and residential sectors. Over the past year, 23 new businesses have opened, from shops…
Flood Relief Efforts Continue
FORT OGLETHORPE, GA. (WDEF) - Two days after heavy flooding in Catoosa County, local organizations and volunteers are still helping families recover. More than 100 residents from The Crossings and Fountain Brooks…
Erlanger Park on track for April 2026 first pitch, avoided flood damage
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Developers say that Erlanger Park is still on schedule to open next April. (more…)
Chattanooga Fire Department responds to hazmat spill
Chattanooga, Tenn. (WDEF) - Chattanooga firefighters were busy this morning dealing with a hazardous materials call. It happened in the 1800 block of Southern Street at around 8:45. Firefighters say there was a small hazmat spill involving nitric acid at…
Aryan Brotherhood fugitive captured in Polk County
BENTON, Tennessee (WDEF) - Several agencies helped capture a fugitive in Polk County, Tennessee. Harley Golden has affiliations with the Aryan Brotherhood gang. He was wanted for Assault, attempted murder, a gun charge and cruelty to animals out of Fannin…
Staying Organized and Managing ADHD Stress
(WDEF)- Early mornings, packed schedules, and endless to-do lists — sound familiar? For many parents and families, juggling daily responsibilities can feel overwhelming. And for those managing ADHD, the pressure…
Saving money when buying a house with 1% Lists Scenic City
Eric Tidmore with 1% Lists joins News 12's Amelia Greer to remind home buyers and sellers the incredible offers through their brokerage. The 1% listing fee sets them apart from…
Discover your next adventure at the Creative Discovery Museum
Mackenzie Steele with the Creative Discovery Museum joins News 12's Amelia Greer to remind parents and families of the museum's back to school activities. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - It's back to…
Mysterious Night Life event at the Tennessee Aquarium
Alison Pryor with the Tennessee Aquarium joins News 12's Amelia Greer as school gets back into session and more events pop up for the month of August. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -…
Historic flash flood leaves four dead, others grateful to be alive
The bumper of a car that was crushed by a tree on South Moore Road late Tuesday night, where a young…
City Weighs Asphalt Plant Proposal
SODDY DAISY, Tenn. (WDEF) - A proposed asphalt plant has drawn strong opposition from residents, who said there was no hardship or valid reason for its location. The developer explained why…
Dozens Rescued After Severe Flooding
FORT OGLETHORPE, GA. (WDEF) - Dozens of residents were rescued from flooded homes after storms dropped several inches of rain late Tuesday, causing widespread water damage across parts of Catoosa County.…
Hamilton County Commission to Vote on Growth Plan Amid Resident Concern
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF)- Hamilton County leaders are preparing to vote on Plan Hamilton, a proposal aimed at managing growth in rural and residential areas. The plan, which has drawn input from commissioners, developers, and residents, seeks to balance development while…
Victims from tree falling on SUV include a 3 year old girl
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Officials have now identified the three people killed by a falling tree during the storm last night. Officials say a large tree fell across an SUV on South Moore Road just before midnight. Fire department crews found…