A Tennessee man has been sentenced to life in prison in Fiji after being convicted of murdering his wife on their honeymoon in 2022, according to local media. Bradley Dawson, 40, was convicted of killing wife Christe…
Ashton Kowalewski with Great American Cookies join News 12's Amelia Greer and Chip Chapman for an interactive cookie interview on Valentine's Day! CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - It's Valentine's Day and Great…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Flu cases are rising rapidly, affecting daily life and prompting health officials to urge extra precautions. Many are feeling the impact as communities work to slow…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Chattanooga Airport is celebrating the launch of its inaugural nonstop flight to Punta Gorda, Florida. This new route is expected to boost travel convenience…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The ongoing controversy over a plan to redefine the future of unincorporated Hamilton County was brought to the forefront due to two proposals designed to…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- An update was provided Thursday morning on the construction at the South Broad Stadium. (more…)
These days, couples find each other in dating apps or maybe on reality TV shows. But for our Thursday Throwback, we share a more low tech version 35 years ago. WDOD radio…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Two people were shot at a gas station on Brainerd Road this afternoon. The Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) said shortly after noon, they received a…
SULLIVAN COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Megan Boswell has been found guilty for the murder of her 1-year-old daughter back in 2019. Megan's trial began on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, and on February 8, a jury…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Chattanooga Fire Department (CFD) along with other organizations assisted in a water rescue. CFD posted on X that a creek near the intersection of…
Washington — The Senate voted Thursday to confirm Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services, following weeks of questions surrounding whether the controversial nominee would win the Senate's approval. Senators…
CATOOSA COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) -- A former Catoosa County Sheriff’s Office lieutenant has been arrested following a Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) inquiry into allegations of financial misconduct involving…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A Chattanooga Preparatory School teacher is facing a laundry list of charges related to child exploitation.…
Rock City's Pepper Raper joins News 12's Amelia Greer to talk about the nearly month long events and offers happening for couples in need of a getaway at Rock City. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn.…
POLK COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Polk County 911 Emergency Communication District is warning drivers to…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- This Black History Month, we honor trailblazers who broke down barriers and reshaped history. One such individual is Dr. Fannie Hewlett, whose…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Early voting for the City of Chattanooga Municipal Election began today. One of the first to cast their ballot was…
CATOOSA COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) --Dispatchers at the Catoosa County 911 center work tirelessly to help those in need. Employees at the center strive to have a standard of excellence…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Tuesday, we spoke with the pastor of Greater Second Missionary Baptist Church, Dr. Steve Caudle, whose sermon went viral after controversial…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Dozens of homebuilders and realtors opposed a plan to limit growth at Wednesday's Hamilton County Commission meeting. (more…)
Today, a disturbing trend is on the rise—antisemitism is reaching record levels across the U.S. and beyond. From hate crimes to online harassment, Jewish communities are facing growing threats. Antisemitic incidents…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - President Trump has ordered the U.S. Treasury to stop minting new pennies, arguing that producing them costs more than they’re worth. While some see this as…
SODDY DAISY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- One man is facing additional charges following two separate pursuits with law enforcement earlier this month. Arthur Wright was arrested on Saturday, February 8, 2025, after leading deputies from the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) and…
CATOOSA COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) -- Several organizations have been working to restore a Pontiac Trans Am that belonged to the Catoosa County Sheriff's Office (CCSO). In 1978, Catoosa County Sheriff J.D. Stewart bought four Trans Am's to be used…