WDEF- As summer sets in, eye care experts are raising red flags about a growing issue that's affecting children more than ever—myopia, or nearsightedness. With kids spending more time on screens and less time outside, pediatric optometrists across the country…
Clevland,TN (WDEF)- Inside Redemption to the Nations Church on Saturday, people from across Bradley County gathered for one purpose — to stand against domestic violence and support survivors. The Bradley County Sheriff’s Office hosted a first-of-its-kind Domestic Violence and Abuse…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- 35 years ago this weekend, President George H.W. Bush signed the Americans with Disabilities Act into law. (more…)
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Those who frequent the Glenwood Community Center will have a new resource to check their health. (more…)
Hixson, TN (WDEF)- Back-to-school shopping is in full swing — and this weekend, families across Tennessee are getting a much-needed break at the register. The state’s annual Sales Tax Holiday is underway, and shoppers aren’t wasting any time grabbing deals…
RINGGOLD, Georgia (WDEF) - A dump truck went on a wild ride into the woods of north Georgia this morning. The wreck happened off East Nickajack Road south of Ringgold in Catoosa County…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - A company is expanding their nuclear manufacturing operation in Chattanooga. The Governor's Office announced this morning the Master Machine Inc. will expand their operations on Workman Road. The expansion promises 44 new high paying jobs in our area.…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - July 27 is National Chicken Finger Day and Raising Cane's has a special deal to celebrate. Anyone who comes to Raising Cane's on Sunday, July 27, and…
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) -- Anyone who is lucky enough to grow older knows that aging presents its own set of challenges. Neighbors could find a host of resources to…
The halls of Catoosa College and Career Academy were filled with energy, smiles, and school spirit as families gathered for Catoosa Kids Day—an annual event designed to support students and set them up for a successful school year. The event…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Wellpoint Tennessee, in collaboration with the YMCA Mobile Market, hosted Wellness with Wellpoint Thursday morning in Chattanooga, an event designed to support healthy lifestyles and improve food…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - As families prepare for back-to-school season, eye doctors are reminding parents not to overlook their child’s vision. Experts say comprehensive eye exams with an optometrist should be…
BRADLEY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A man was arrested after authorities uncovered a large-scale money scam ring that was targeting a vulnerable resident. According to the Bradley County Sheriff's Office (BCSO), the victim involved…
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF) -- We have the final chapter in the case of the man caught carrying young children in a U-Haul trailer. Brandon Blount was pulled over on I-75 back in March of 2025. Police found the children…
Pro wrestling icon Hulk Hogan has died, police and World Wrestling Entertainment said. He was 71. First responders were called to the Clearwater Beach, Florida, home of Hogan, whose real name was Terry Bollea, around…
RHEA COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The family of former Rhea County Executive George Thacker has filed a federal wrongful death lawsuit. Thacker died less than three weeks…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A man once the center of a controversy at East Ridge High School was also…
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF)- A man accused of killing his father made another appearance in criminal court Thursday morning. (more…)
WALKER COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) -- Pilgrim’s is planning to building a $400 million multi-phase prepared foods facility in Walker County, Governor Brian Kemp says.…
Shares of UnitedHealth Group slipped Thursday after the health care giant said it was under a Department of Justice investigation. The company said it has started complying with both criminal and civil requests from federal…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Two people were rescued from a hotel basement fire by Chattanooga firefighters Wednesday. On July 23, 2025, at 7:41 p.m., crews…
Brenda McConathy and Cliff Harris join News 12's Chip Chapman to talk about the return of two popular summer items and a special fundraiser to help support military families. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)…
Dalton, Georgia (WDEF) — The family of Carlos Salazar-Hernandez is raising alarms about his declining health in detention, particularly his worsening vision. His sister, Yvette Hernandez, expressed concern, saying, “It’s heartbreaking, especially for my mom and daughter. My daughter calls…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The city of Chattanooga continues to discuss how to raise 23 million dollars to increase police officer and firefighter pay. (more…)