Avian Influenza Hits Poultry Industry
WALKER COUNTY, GA. (WDEF) - The Georgia Department of Agriculture has confirmed a case of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) at a commercial poultry operation, marking the first confirmed case in…
Proposed Law Expands Child Rape Penalties
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A Tennessee lawmaker has introduced legislation related to the death penalty for the rape of a child. Republican State Representative Greg Martin of Hixson filed House…
Rock City plans new gondola to bring visitors up the mountain
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Rock City announced at a Lookout Mountain planning meeting that it plans to construct a new gondola system that will take passengers from the base of lookout mountain, all the way up to Rock City. Pepper…
Luxury retailer Saks seeks bankruptcy protection overwhelmed by debt
The owner of Saks Fifth Avenue is seeking bankruptcy protection, buffeted by rising competition and the massive debt it took on to buy its rival in the luxury sector, Neiman Marcus, just over a…
Report: Spain will train for their World Cup matches in Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - There is a report that a top soccer contender in the World Cup has chosen to train in Chattanooga. Sports Illustrated Mexico reports the team from Spain has chosen to stay and train at Baylor School before…
Human remains found in Parkstown Community near Etowah
ETOWAH, Tennessee (WDEF) - The TBI is investigating the discovery of human remains Tuesday near Etowah. The McMinn County Sheriff's Office says they were found in a wooded area near the…
HPAI Detected in Walker County Poultry Flock
WALKER COUNTY -- Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) has been detected in a commercial poultry flock in Walker County, according to Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper. He shares there is no…
Verizon Outage Felt Across the Nation
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A Verizon outage has affected individuals and businesses across the nation. Customers who have iPhones may experience their device being in "SOS" mode. This means that the device does not have adequate cell service. In this…
Top doctors arrested after 9 newborns die at hospital in Russia: "A crime against the country"
Russian police have arrested the chief physician and the acting head of intensive care at a Siberian hospital where nine babies died this month, prosecutors said Wednesday. The case, which has shone a spotlight…
Boyd Buchanan to Hold Prayer Vigil for Faculty Member
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. -- Boyd Buchanan School has shared that a vigil will be held for a faculty member who passed away unexpectedly. The Prayer Vigil will take place at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, January 14, in the Jett Gym. Our…
A glimpse in the past with help from the next generation
Tom Griscom and Linda Moss Mines join News 12's Chip Chapman following the announcement of a new interactive history experience in Chattanooga. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - This year is the…
Trump says anything less than having Greenland in the United States’ hands is ‘unacceptable’
By EMMA BURROWS ASSOCIATED PRESS NUUK, Greenland (AP) - President Donald Trump said Wednesday that NATO should help the U.S. acquire Greenland and anything less than American control is unacceptable, hours before…
Ford's F-150 remains the most popular used vehicle in Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Pickup trucks still rule in Chattanooga. Pickup brands scored the top three positions in used vehicle sales here in 2025. iSeeCars does an annual survey of the most popular used vehicles per city. The top 3 in…
Vanderbilt moving to San Francisco and West Palm Beach
NASHVILLE (WDEF) - Vanderbilt University continues their push to expand nationwide. They announced two expansion steps on Tuesday. University officials announced that they are buying the California College of the Arts campus in San Francisco. They plan to create a…
Walker County Animal Shelter extends euthanasia deadline
WALKER COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) - The director of the Walker County Animal Shelter says euthanasia lists are created when the shelter reaches critical capacity. She explains that many animals…
Federal student loan borrowers face wage garnishment notices
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Trump administration has begun sending wage garnishment notices to borrowers who have defaulted on their federal student loans. The first wave of roughly…
Families Explore School Options
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Families across Tennessee have access to a wide range of K–12 education options, including traditional public schools, public charter schools, public magnet schools, private schools, online learning programs,…
Tips To Prepare for Cold Weather
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Hamilton County is forecast to experience a stretch of cold weather this week, with overnight lows dropping below freezing in several areas. These temperatures can pose…
Golden Apple Award: Ramona DeLay, Ringgold Middle School
RINGGOLD, GA (WDEF) - Ramona Delay cares about all her Ringgold Middle School students past and present. Her dedication extends far beyond school hours. Her tireless dedication earned…
Planning Commission denies Snow Hill Road neighborhood development
OOLETWAH, Tenn. (WDEF)- Development in Ooltewah, especially along Snow Hill Road, has been a long topic of debate. A new proposal is sparking similar, but also new concerns.…
UPDATE: Double Shooting in East Chattanooga Kills Two
UPDATE: The Chattanooga Police Department says the second victim in the shooting has succumbed to their injuries. Homicide investigators are still developing leads. Chattanooga Police ask anyone with information regarding this incident to call 423-698-2525. CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Chattanooga Police…
TDEC to Accept Grant Applications for Waste Tire Reuse
The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) will begin accepting applications Thursday, Jan. 15 for grants from the state’s Tire Environmental Act Program (TEAP). The grants are to fund projects that create or support beneficial uses for waste tires.…
Mayor Kelly reacts to Patten Parkway decision, new crime stats
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- We are hearing the reaction to Monday's Patten Parkway decision from Chattanooga Mayor Tim Kelly. He is represented by Senior Advisor Chris Anderson on the Planning Commission, who voted against the denial of a proposed 12 story…
The portal is open to apply for Education Freedom Scholarships for your kids in Tennessee
NASHVILLE (WDEF) - The application portal opens today for parents wanting to get in on the Education Freedom Scholarships in Tennessee. You can sign up for the next school year beginning at 1:00 EST by clicking here (noon CST). The Education…