Chattanooga Hosts 76th Armed Forces Parade
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Chattanooga is getting ready to roll out the red, white, and blue as the city prepares to host the 2025 Armed Forces Parade and Luncheon this…
Reel Rivals Return to Tennessee
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The world's top bass anglers have cast off in Chattanooga as Major League Fishing's Bass Pro Tour Stage 4 gets underway. From May 1st through the 4th,…
Kohl's fires CEO Ashley Buchanan after investigation into conflicts of interest with a vendor
Kohl's Corporation said Thursday it has fired CEO Ashley Buchanan for cause after an investigation found he had violated the company's conflict-of-interest policies. Buchanan was terminated after an external investigation found that he directed the company to…
Multi-agency pursuit ends in crash and arrest in Hamilton County
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) — A pursuit involving multiple law enforcement agencies ended Thursday morning with a crash and foot pursuit just before the I-75 and…
SharkNinja recalls 1.8 million pressure cookers due to reports of second- and third-degree burns
SharkNinja is recalling 1.8 million pressure cookers due to 106 reports of burn injuries that have sparked more than two dozen lawsuits against the…
Catoosa County man convicted of possessing and distributing child pornography
RINGGOLD, Ga. (WDEF) -- A Catoosa County man has been found guilty by a jury for various sex crimes involving a minor. James Myers made contact…
Rick Davis told to not talk to opposing attorneys in initial court appearance
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Rick Davis made his first court appearance Thursday morning on just one of many charges against him. (more…)
GM recalls nearly 600,000 trucks and SUVs over risk of engine failure
General Motors is recalling 597,630 of its full-size U.S. trucks and SUVs because the vehicles' V8 engines can fail without warning, raising the risk of a crash. Manufacturing defects in the connecting rod and/or crankshaft…
76th Annual Armed Forces Parade on Friday
Retired Navy Captain Mickey McCamish joins News 12's Chip Chapman as they get ready to celebrate 76 years of the Armed Forces Day Parade in Chattanooga. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn.…
Families Demand Action on National Heatstroke Prevention Day
CHATTANOOGA, TN-(WDEF) On National Heatstroke Prevention Day, more than 100 grieving families from across the country joined advocacy group Kids and Car Safety to urge the U.S. Department of Transportation to take swift action to prevent hot car deaths. The…
Bradley County Schools Celebrates Progress and a Bright Future
CLEVLAND,TN(WDEF)-At the annual school address, Bradley County Schools showcased its vision for the future, celebrating key milestones and community support. With $7 million in grants and donations, the district is expanding opportunities for students and investing in long-term success. A…
House Tour Uncovers Animal Cruelty
LAFAYETTE, GA (WDEF) - A disturbing discovery during a house tour leads to serious animal cruelty charges in Walker County. 5 people are now facing over 80 counts after authorities found…
New Store Sparks Economic Growth
HIXSON, Tenn. (WDEF) - A major retailer is breathing new life into the Northgate Mall area in Hixson, bringing with it a big boost to the local economy. The former Sears…
Sales tax referendum floated as response to school budget shortfall
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Hamilton County Commission heard an earful from concerned parents concerning this year’s school budget on Wednesday morning. (more…)
Challenge coins to be given to veterans who complete Veterans Treatment Court program
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The new Hamilton County Veterans Treatment Court says they have come up with a way to honor graduates of their…
I-75 at Hamilton Place to be down to one lane Wednesday night
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- I-75 southbound at Hamilton Place will be a slow go on Wednesday night. (more…)
Chattanooga Motorcar Festival postponed a year
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - The Chattanooga Motorcar Festival has hit a bump in the road. Organizers say they are postponing this year's event until next year. They blame the postponement…
Home for sale leads to bizarre animal cruelty case
LAFAYETTE, Georgia (WDEF) - A House-hunting trip in Walker County has ended with five arrests for animal cruelty. It started when a couple viewing the home alerted authorities to multiple animals in distress. James Delbert Fields, Miriam Fields, Britni…
Ringgold Woman Pleads to Defrauding Her Own Mother over Fake Cancer Treatments
RINGGOLD, Georgia (WDEF) - A jury found a northwest Georgia woman guilty of lying to her mother about having cancer. Vickie Long took a plea deal on charges of exploiting an elder, identity fraud, and theft. Prosecutors say she conned her…
Battle Below the Clouds celebrates 10 years of the friendliest grilling competition
President & CEO of Ruby Falls, Hugh Morrow joins News 12's Chip Chapman as they get ready to celebrate the 10th annual Battle Below the Clouds BBQ fundraiser benefiting Lana's…
HCSO arrest two juveniles for a stolen vehicle and firearm from Florence, Ala.
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - Hamilton County Sheriff's Office arrest two juveniles from Florence, Ala. for a stolen vehicle and firearm. On Tuesday afternoon, Hamilton County Sheriff's Office received a request from Alabama law…
Tennessee’s Battle Against Deadly Fentanyl
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Tennessee continues to battle a deadly wave in the opioid epidemic, driven largely by the rise of fentanyl. Often lurking in counterfeit pills and street drugs, fentanyl…
Stroke Awareness Saves Precious Time
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Stroke is one of the most serious medical emergencies in the United States, striking without warning and often leaving a lifetime of impact. It’s the fifth leading…
Governor, TDOT talk Chattanooga road construction updates
COLLEGEDALE, Tenn. (WDEF)- Much of Chattanooga’s main…