Victim's ex-husband charged in Cleveland homicide case
UPDATE (1/28/2025): Cleveland Police have made an arrest in connection to the homicide in a local neighborhood Monday morning. The homicide involved local…
Domestic kidnapping suspect arrested after leading police in pursuit
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A 23-year-old male has been arrested after leading Chattanooga Police (CPD) in a pursuit. At 9:49 a.m.,…
Chattanooga Police investigating Glass Street shooting
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) is investigating a shooting that occurred on Glass Street early Sunday morning. On January 26, 2025 at 2:34 a.m., CPD…
TikTok loaded phones are selling for thousands online after momentary ban
Some of TikTok's 170 million U.S.-based users are selling phones with the social media app preloaded on them for thousands of dollars online. Parent company ByteDance voluntarily shut down the TIkTok app in the U.S. Sunday, hours…
Tennessee awards $17 million in Site Development Grants
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Industrial Development Board of Bradley County and Cleveland is set to receive funds from state Site Development Grants. Tennessee Governor Bill Lee…
Fire crews rescue driver after tree crushes car
HIXSON, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Crews with the Chattanooga Fire Department (CFD) rescued a driver after a tree fell on their car Sunday night. CFD were dispatched to the…
Union Gospel Missions celebrates 75 years of service
Rev. Jon Rector joins News 12's Amelia Greer to invite people to the Union Gospel Mission 75th anniversary celebration. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Union Gospel Mission is celebrating 75 years…
National Blood Donor Awareness Month at Blood Assurance
Caitlin Stanley with Blood Assurance joins News 12's Amelia Greer to highlight the importance of donating blood during National Blood Donor Awareness Month. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Blood Assurance is calling for…
Neighborhood reacts to local garage fire
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Friday evening, first responders responded to a structure fire that damaged a garage and the apartment above it. At 5:56 p.m., the fire department was called…
Local family loses everything to duplex fire
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Early Friday evening, a local family lost everything when their duplex went up in flames, destroying all of their belongings. At 4:36 PM, firefighters responded…
Ron Elliott Campaigns for District 9 City Council
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A special fundraiser concert lit up the stage this evening in support of Ron Elliott, a candidate for Chattanooga City Council. Elliott, known for his dedication to public service, rallied the community in an effort to…
Pikeville police are on the hunt for a missing man
PIKEVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Pikeville Police Department is asking for the community’s help in finding a missing man. The man goes by the name of “Ira E. ‘Lobo’ Barker, Jr.” Assistant Chief…
Cleveland High School Students Showcase Skills at Welding Competition
Cleveland High School is turning up the heat in a big way! The school’s Inaugural Welding Contest is shining a spotlight on the future of skilled trades,…
Local family loses everything to duplex fire
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Early Friday evening, a local family lost everything when their duplex went up in flames, destroying all of their belongings. At 4:36 PM, firefighters responded…
CPD's graduation of its training academy cadets
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Chattanooga Police Department has released a statement proudly announcing the graduation of its training academy cadets. The Chattanooga Police Department: Chattanooga Police Department Graduates 19 New Cadets, One Returns to Chattanooga Fire Department as Fire Investigator Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga…
Back-to-back local house fires
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Early yesterday evening, first responders responded to two structure fires that happened simultaneously. Fire at the 3200 block of Rosemont Drive off S Seminole Drive: At 4:36 PM firefighters responded to a duplex in the 3200 block…
Celebration of life held for Dr. Carol Berz
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Last month, the city of Chattanooga lost councilwoman Dr. Carol Berz. (more…)
Lt. Governor announces DOGE bill for Georgia
ATLANTA (WDEF) - Lt. Governor Burt Jones announces a Georgia version of the President's DOGE plans. He plans to introduce the Red Tape Rollback Act of 2025 this session. It would require all state agencies to review their rules and…
7th Annual Statewide Women's Policy Conference in Chattanooga
News 12 This Morning: Jenni Berz and Kimberly Strong join News 12's Amelia Greer to promote the 7th annual Women's Policy Conference starting February 6th. Women will have the chance to…
Preventing Frozen Pipes in Freezing Weather
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - With freezing temperatures continuing to grip the region, one of the biggest concerns for homeowners is protecting their pipes from bursting. It only takes a few…
New Development Project for Glass Street
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Change is in the air for Chattanooga as the historic Glass Street neighborhood gears up for a major transformation. A new development project is set to…
Doris Collier Energizes Scenic City Women’s Network at January Luncheon
The Scenic City Women's Network kicked off the new year with a dose of inspiration at their meeting today. Today's presentation featured actress and CEO Doris…
Chattanooga Future Fund to give thousands of Hamilton County students college savings accounts
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- According to the Educational Data Initiative, post-secondary tuition costs have skyrocketed over 180% …
Why More Families Are Turning to Online Education: The Flexibility and Support of Tennessee Connections Academy
Choosing the right education for your child is a big decision, and more families are turning to online schools like Tennessee Connections Academy for its unique benefits. With flexibility and personalized support, online education is becoming an increasingly popular option…
