From The Archives: 1987 President Ronald Reagan visits Chattanooga
"When it comes to quality in a school, it's not important what goes in, but what comes out."
James Mahon On Kurdistani Independence
84 percent of Kurds in Iraq want independence. President Trump's support for Syrian Kurds, in the fight against ISIS, is raising hopes even higher. But both Turkey and Iran have spoken out against Kurdistani independence, which they feel could destabilize…
HCSO observes National Boating Safety Week
This is National Safe Boating week and as we approach the first holiday of the summer season the Hamilton county Sheriff's department has some tips for you and your family. Officers gathered at Chester Frost Park today to call for…
Does your police department have enough officers?
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF) Many local law enforcement agencies are looking for more officers. "When we have positions that open up, it seems like we have a smaller pool of applicants" said Cleveland Police Chief Mark Gibson. A quick Google search…
Alabama teen acquitted in slaying of veteran
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) - A jury in Birmingham has acquitted the first of four teenagers to stand trial on murder charges in the slaying of a veteran and father of two. Jurors returned the verdict in favor of 17-year-old Charleston…
A final message from a Dade County High teacher
"my time here on earth is coming to an end. "
Former Calhoun, Tenn. Police Chief and Officer charged with extortion
CALHOUN, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation says two former Calhoun Police Department employees have been charged each with two counts of extortion.
Alabama lawmakers approve Confederate monument protections
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Alabama lawmakers have voted to prohibit any alterations to Confederate monuments or markers. With a vote of 69-29, the House accepted final revisions Friday and sent the bill to Gov. Kay Ivey. Thursday's Senate vote was 25-8.
Norfolk Southern laying off workers at Debutt's Railroad Yard
The company is laying off 41 workers here.
Two killed in late night wreck in Fort Payne
The vehicle ended up in a resident's yard.
Flash flooding in Tennessee traps school buses
the buses became trapped and emergency crews were called in to help remove the children.
President Trump gaining support in Middle East
News 12 correspondent James Mahon shows us how Trump's support is growing seven-thousand miles away in Iraq.
Toddler wounded after shooting himself in face with gun
31-year-old Tommy Washington was charged with aggravated child neglect.
Cause of fatal Amnicola crash still a mystery
Investigators are trying to determine what made Allen Brunet veer off the road.
Tennessee Education Commissioner discusses plan for priority schools in Hamilton County
Despite years of efforts by the Hamilton County Department of Education, Chattanooga still has five under-performing schools.
Law Enforcement Memorial Honors Those Who Protect
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- People in Chattanooga took time this evening to honor those who protect. At tonight's ceremony officers and family members lay roses for fallen officers. There was also a candlelight vigil. The Law Enforcement Memorial is a combined…
Daniel Clark Faces Judge
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF)- A grand jury will hear the case against a Dayton man accused of killing a store clerk in Nashville. 28-year-old Daniel Clark faced a judge this morning. Police say Clark shot John Stevens 10 times during a…
Tad Cummins Gets Indicted By Federal Grand Jury
Tad Cummins has been indicted on two counts today after a federal grand jury returned their verdict. The 50-year-old got indicted for transporting a minor across state lines for sex. He is also indicted for obstruction of justice. Cummins is…
Domestic Incident turns into SWAT Standoff
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn.(WDEF)- The Chattanooga police SWAT team got called out this afternoon, to a home on Eller Road, near Highway 58. What began as a domestic disturbance, quickly became something more serious. Numerous officers surrounded the area, and called for…
Ministry attempts to give 'ruckus' seeking, 'Harry Potter' claiming 'Church of Urth' the boot from their building
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Steps for an eviction was in full force at the Mercy Junction Justice and Peace Center Thursday. A Hamilton County Sheriff's officer delivered two men a Detained Summons telling them they have to go to court.…
Gordon County Homeowner Fights off Home Invaders
Police arrested a couple of Gordon County teenagers for a home invasion last night. The Sheriff tells us the homeowner was able to fight them off using the intruder's own weapon. Gordon County Sheriff Mitch Ralston says two 17-year-old boys…
A northwest Georgia man is charged with leaving a puppy in a hot car
93 degrees outside, hotter inside the SUV
Chester County driver indicted after school bus crash
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - A grand jury has indicted the driver of a Chester County school bus that rolled over last fall in Nashville, injuring 35 people. Nashville police said Thursday that 29-year-old Christina Mathis was arrested on 35 counts…
Confederate monument protections closer to becoming law
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Alabama lawmakers are inching closer to prohibiting the removal of Confederate monuments and other long-standing historical markers. The bill prohibits the removal and alteration of monuments and memorial street and school names that have stood for…