Behind the Curtain: Rock City's Enchanted Garden of Lights
LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN, Ga. (WDEF) - Now through January 4, 2026, Rock City is twinkling bright on Lookout Mountain for their 31st annual Enchanted Garden of Lights. With…
Two free Thanksgiving meals today in Chattanooga and Cleveland
CHATTANOOGA/CLEVELAND, Tennessee (WDEF) - Both Chattanooga and Cleveland are gathering around the table on Thursday for community Thanksgiving meals. Chattanooga is celebrating the 10th year for their Gratefull meal (spelled with 2 "l's to guarantee you will be full). The…
Man sentenced to 965 years in prison
PRATTVILLE, Alabama (WDEF) - An Alabama man has just been sentenced to 965 years in prison. And the judge says he must serve the term consecutively, which means all 965 years. 48 year old Jason Hudson was convicted of 84…
Trump signs bill to release Jeffrey Epstein case files after fighting it for months
ASSOCIATED PRESS By SEUNG MIN KIM WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump signed legislation Wednesday that compels his administration to release files on convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, bowing to political pressure from his own party after initially…
New affordable housing community opens in Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A new affordable housing development in Chattanooga held its ribbon cutting Wednesday. (more…)
Lung Cancer Awareness Month
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month, and doctors say patient involvement may play a key role in helping people feel more confident in their care decisions. Debra, a…
Local non-profits come together for Giving Tuesday
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- United Way in Chattanooga is doing something special for Giving Tuesday. They’ve launched an online portal where you can find local non-profits and give to them directly. Charities of all sizes are there, from the Chattanooga…
Suspended East Ridge police officer makes initial court appearance in domestic assault case
Joseph Hawks making his initial court appearance on a domestic assault charge. He has been suspended without pay from…
Divers find over 450 pounds of cocaine hidden underneath ship bound for Europe, Colombia's navy says
Divers in Colombia discovered a big haul of cocaine underneath a ship that was preparing to set sail for Europe, the country's navy announced Tuesday. Navy crew members at a port on the Pacific…
Man violates sex offender registry by communicating to minor over Xbox
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A local man has been arrested for violating the sex offender registry after it was discovered he was speaking to a minor over Xbox. Daniel Hendley,…
Russia pummels Ukraine with missiles and drones, killing at least 25 as U.S. tries to revive peace talks
A massive volley of Russian missiles and drones killed at least 25 people — including two children — across Ukraine overnight in one of the biggest aerial attacks since Moscow launched its full-scale war in February…
Help restock the CHATTFoundation Community Kitchen's shelves this week!
Tabi Upton with Moody Radio joins News 12's Chip Chapman to remind viewers to come out and support the CHATT Foundation this season. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Support your community with…
Enjoy a free Thanksgiving meal with the Union Gospel Mission
Rev. John Rector with Union Gospel Mission joins News 12's Amelia Greer to remind the community there will be a meal the Wednesday before Thanksgiving free of charge. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)…
Elf Tradition Marks Two Decades
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) - This year, The Elf on the Shelf is celebrating 20 years as a holiday tradition in homes across the country, and around the world. What started as…
TDOT releases photos of Monteagle rockslide improvement
MONTEAGLE, Tennessee (WDEF) - We have an update on the work going on to six a rockslide that happened last week on Monteagle Mountain. A lane has been closed on I 24 west to…
Suspect arrested after a high-speed chase in North Carolina
CHEROKEE COUNTY, N.C. (WDEF) - One man is arrested after a high-speed chase and running into the woods to evade law enforcement. On November 14, members of the Cherokee County…
Here is what the Tennessee Chamber wants lawmakers to focus on next session
NASHVILLE (WDEF) - The Tennessee Chamber of Commerce is letting lawmakers know what they'd like to see the legislature tackle next year. Their priorities are economy, workforce and business growth. “These are not abstract goals, they are real, practical priorities…
Multiple people injured in Dunlap multi-vehicle crash
DUNLAP, Tenn. (WDEF) - A multi-vehicle accident in Dunlap sends multiple victims with serious injuries to the hospital. On Tuesday at 5 PM, Dunlap Fire Department was dispatched to a multi-vehicle accident…
Your Tennessee Thanksgiving meal will cost more this year
KNOXVILLE, Tennessee (WDEF) - The folks at the U-T Extension office say this is going to be a more expensive Thanksgiving in Tennessee. Despite national trends, they say the cost of a typical Thanksgiving dinner is up this year in…
Congress acts swiftly to force release of Epstein files, and Trump agrees to sign bill
By STEPHEN GROVES Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) - Both the House and Senate acted decisively Tuesday to pass a bill to force the Justice Department to publicly release its files on the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, a remarkable display…
Full Northgate Mall economic impact proposal unveiled
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The final plan to fix infrastructure issues at Northgate Mall was unveiled Tuesday. (more…)
Local Food Drive hosted by WDEF News 12 and Lee Company
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A special community event is taking place this Friday at Lee Company on Shallowford Road in Chattanooga. News 12 and Lee…
Bradley County firefighters push for more pay
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF)- Bradley County firefighters are asking their county commission to increase their pay. (more…)
Ronald McDonald House Chattanooga Marks 35
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Chattanooga celebrated its 35th birthday today, marking more than three decades of supporting families in the…
