Chattanooga hosts the Future of Freight Festival
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - With Chattanooga being the heart of Freight Alley, the Chattanooga Convention Center was the perfect place to hold the Future of Freight Festival (F3). Business…
Arizona fugitive arrested in Chattanooga for murder
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A wanted fugitive from Arizona has been arrested in Chattanooga for a murder that occurred a year and a half ago. According to an affidavit, Sencere Hayes was arrested Monday,…
Last frantic texts sent by Laken Riley's mother before student found dead revealed in court
Georgia nursing student Laken Riley texted and called her mom as she headed out for a run to see whether she had time…
Volkswagen replacing head of operations in North America
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Volkswagen (VW) is replacing the head of their operations in North America after a challenging year both here and in Europe. The company says Pablo Di Si…
Chattanooga Gas raising awareness on utility scams
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Chattanooga Gas is raising awareness on utility scams as they've become more prevalent. Chattanooga Gas says they want customers to stay alert for potential scam activities, such as: Threats to disconnect their natural gas service if…
Chattanooga Airport announces new flight to Punta Gorda
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Chattanooga Airport has announced it's addition of a new non-stop flight to Punta Gorda, Florida. The flight will begin February 13, 2025 by Allegiant Air. This flight will operation on Thursdays and Sundays. Punta Gorda…
See the most anticipated films of the season at the Tennessee Aquarium's IMAX
Alison Pryor with the Tennessee Aquarium joins News 12's Amelia Greer to preview the upcoming films at the IMAX theater. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The IMAX theater at the Tennessee Aquarium…
Shop the Market At brings Christkindlmarkt to Coolidge Park
Robert Davis, Shop the Market At founder, joins News 12's Amelia Greer to preview the upcoming Christkindlmarkt. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Shop the Market At offers a German inspired Christmas…
Samaritan's Purse kicks off Operation Christmas Child on Monday
HAMILTON COUNTY,Tenn. (WDEF)- Samaritan’s Purse is spreading holiday cheer and good tidings as they kick off Operation Christmas Child. "Worldwide Last year, we collected 11 million shoe boxes they are giving the children overseas. Most of these children have never…
Free turkey giveaway at Red Bank and The Point Church
Senior Pastor Dr. Sam Greer joins News 12's Amelia Greer to talk about the upcoming turkey giveaway at Red Bank and The Point Church. RED BANK, Tenn. (WDEF)…
Planet Fitness helps everyone defy gravity with a "Wicked" workout
Planet Fitness regional manager, Chad Ortego, joins News 12's Amelia Greer for a "Wicked" morning workout. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Planet Fitness is helping everyone feel their "wicked" best with a workout…
The costs of not having crop protection tools
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - With inflation on the rise, we have all seen food costs go up, which is why Bayer's Crop Science is now warning communities that…
What's Right With Our Schools: Sequoyah Vocational Students Replace Damaged Grave Markers
SODDY DAISY, TN (WDEF) - Headstones are supposed to serve as lasting reminders of those who came before us, but the elements and vandals can…
New changes coming to Chattanooga’s Southside
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Newly launched real estate development Mapleleaf Realco announced a new investment deal for Chattanooga’s Southside that’s starting to get underway. With Chattanooga continuing to grow in population…
Walker Farm hosts annual Pioneer Days
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - History is coming alive during a week-long, once in a lifetime opportunity at the Walker Farm Pioneer Days Festival. Over 3000 individuals are expected to come…
Officials disagree on presence of Venezuelan gang
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Director of the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, David Rausch, made claims about the presence of a Venezuelan gang across all metropolitan areas in…
Hearing held on proposed water rate increase
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF)- A hearing has been held Monday on a proposed water rate increase by the Tennessee-American Water Company. (more…)
TBI releases TN Most Wanted alert for a Chattanooga man
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A Chattanooga man has made the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation's (TBI) Most Wanted list. The TBI is searching for LaJeffrey Sparks. Sparks is wanted by the TBI and…
Decatur Fire Department responds to early morning structure fire
DECATUR, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Decatur Fire Department (DFD) and Meigs County Emergency Services responded to an early morning structure fire. At approximately 2:00 a.m., November 18, 2024, crews…
Marion County man arrested on sexual exploitation of a minor
MARION COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A man out of Marion County has been arrested and charged for sexual exploitation of a minor. The Tennessee Bureau of…
Local law enforcement react to TBI Venezuelan Gang statement
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- After the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation's (TBI) spoke about the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua activity, local law enforcement are reacting…
Spirit Airlines files for bankruptcy
Spirit Airlines said Monday that it's filed for bankruptcy protection and will attempt to reboot as it struggles to recover from the pandemic-caused swoon in travel and failed attempts to sell itself…
Dunlap man charged with sexual exploitation of a minor
DUNLAP, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A Dunlap man has been arrested and charged with sexual exploitation of a minor. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation's (TBI) Internet Crimes Against…
Last suspect in Chickamauga Halloween murder turns himself in
UPDATE (11/20/2024): The last remaining suspect in the Chickamauga Halloween murder has turned himself. According to the Walker County Sheriff's Office, Brayden Whatley surrendered to…
