Loftis Middle School cleared after gas leak investigation
HIXSON, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Students and staff at Loftis Middle School had a delay Thursday morning due to a potential gas leak. When staff arrived on January…
BP cutting 4,700 jobs worldwide as part of cost-saving drive
LONDON (AP) — U.K.-based oil company BP is cutting 4,700 jobs worldwide and a further 3,000 contractor roles as part of a cost-saving drive. In an email to staff on Thursday that has been seen…
Guests can take off to the Tennessee Aquarium with reduced admission offer
Tennessee Aquarium's Alison Pryor joins News 12's Amelia Greer to share how the aquarium just became more financially accessible and to preview their special "Blue Angels 3D" showing on IMAX. CHATTANOOGA,…
Prepare to say "Namaste" at the Creative Discovery Museum
Creative Discovery Museum's Mackenzie Steele and Swati Patel join News 12's Amelia Greer in saying "Namaste" and previewing the newest traveling exhibit. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Creative Discovery Museum welcomes…
Cancer deaths are down, but cancer in women and young people is up, yearly study finds
The American Cancer Society's latest cancer report shows both positive and concerning trends: overall cancer deaths are down but the number of women and young adults with cancer is up. The annual report, published Thursday in CA:…
Gas leak at Loftis Middle School
HIXSON, Tenn. (WDEF) - Loftis Middle School is experiencing a gas leak. The report came in around 6 A.M. according to the HC 911 webpage. We are working to learn more about the situation.
Driving Our Economy Forward: Brothers Bagel
Brothers Bagel started serving up freshly baked New York style bagels back in October. Since then, crowds of customers have been lining up to get a meal. Tonight, we take…
Domestic violence case continues to raise awareness for survivors
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - As the ongoing legal battle surrounding Jason Chen continues into day 3 of deliberation, we are now focusing on supporting survivors of domestic…
Community Members Invited to Participate in National Museum Selfie Day
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Get your phones ready because today we’re talking about an event that’s as picture-perfect as it gets. It’s National Selfie in a…
Crime scene detective describes the process of securing multiple scenes on day three of Chen trial
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Wednesday was day three of the Jason Chen murder trial. (more…)
Lookout Wild Film Festival Returns: A Three-Day Adventure Celebrating Global Stories and the Power of Nature
The Lookout Wild Film Festival returns for a three-day celebration of adventure this weekend. From January 17th through 19th, The Signal at the Chattanooga Choo Choo will transform into the beating heart of outdoor cinema. More than 70 films from…
AI and Healthcare: UTC Professor Gary Wilkerson Explores Revolutionary Changes in Virtual Panel
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- In a world where technology has rapidly reshaped every industry, artificial intelligence has made major waves in healthcare. U-T-C…
Los Angeles wildfires spark initial round of lawsuits against utilities
As deadly wildfires continue to rage in Los Angeles, attorneys representing those affected are headed to court, with multiple lawsuits alleging negligence by at least two public utilities in Southern California. Southern California Edison is accused of failing…
County Commission wants student success in Hamilton County
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)- Hamilton County Commission looks to provide additional maintenance aid to Hamilton County Schools. The Commission will award Hamilton County Schools more than 31 million…
Hamilton County approves new County Attorney
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)- Hamilton County Commission officially approved Janie Parks Varnell as the next County Attorney. Varnell will succeed current County Attorney Rheubin Taylor. Mayor Weston Wamp chose Varnell…
Chattanooga Police asking for assistance in locating fake nurse
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Chattanooga Police (CPD) are investigating a woman who faked being a nurse at a local nursing home. CPD responded to the 1000 block of North Runyan Drive, December 30, 2024 at 12:48 p.m. for reports of…
Chattanooga Police investigating fatal crash on Apison Pike
APISON, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Chattanooga Police (CPD) are investigating a fatal crash that occurred on Apison Pike early Wednesday morning. Officers responded to the 8000 block of…
Firefighters battle apartment fire in Harrison
HARRISON, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Firefighters in Harrison battled an apartment fire this afternoon. Crews with the Highway 58 Volunteer Fire Department (H58VFD) responded to 7560 Short Trail Springs Road at…
Israel-Hamas ceasefire and hostage release deal agreed, U.S. officials say
Israel and Hamas have reached a ceasefire and hostage release agreement to halt more than a year of fighting in the Gaza Strip, U.S. officials told CBS News' Margaret Brennan on Wednesday. Another source with knowledge…
TN Gov. Bill Lee announces Special Session on Jan. 27
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced Wednesday that he will call for a special session with the Tennessee General Assembly on Monday, January…
FDA moves to cut nicotine from cigarettes, in plan first floated under Trump
The Food and Drug Administration is moving to cut out addictive nicotine from cigarettes, according to a long-awaited proposed regulation released Wednesday. The rule aims to force the nearly 12% of Americans still using combustible…
FDA bans food dye Red 3, citing concern over cancer in some animals
The Food and Drug Administration announced Wednesday it had decided to revoke Red 3's authorization to be added to foods, over concerns about how the food coloring is linked to cancer in laboratory animals. FDA…
Celebrate National Bagel Day with Brothers Bagels
The newest rising star in baking, Brothers Bagels, is celebrating National Bagel Day with a special promotion. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Two parents' idea to create a family business for their boys…
Officer Involved Shooting in DeKalb County
UPDATE (1/15/2025): We've learned more information about the officer involved shooting that occurred in DeKalb County, Alabama. Both the male and female victims involved in this incident both sustained non-life-threatening…
