81-year-old male dies from injuries after weekend fire
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- An 81-year-old man died from injuries sustained from a fire over the weekend. The Chattanooga Fire Department (CFD) was dispatched to a commercial fire…
Food City collects over $2 million for flood victims
NORTHEAST, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Food City and the Eastman Foundation presented a check worth $2,131,703.37 to the United Ways…
Grundy Co. Sheriff's Office searching for thefts caught on camera
GRUNDY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Grundy County Sheriff's Office (GCSO) is asking for the public's help in identifying thieves that were caught on camera. [caption…
Federal plea deal over gun and pipe bomb conviction in Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - A Chattanooga man has been sentenced in federal court this morning on charges of making illegal explosives. 41 year old Anthony Christopher Lively pleaded guilty to possession of an unregistered firearm silencer and unregistered destructive devices. Law enforcement…
Abigail Hawk previews behind the scenes of the last season of "Blue Bloods"
CBS star, Abigail Hawk, joins News 12's Chip Chapman to discuss her career on TV, working with Tom Selleck, and her latest upcoming film. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Blue Bloods actress, Abigail…
Annual Halloween block party in Cleveland
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Hundreds of people gathered together to enjoy the 37th annual Mainstreet Downtown Halloween Block Party that took place in Cleveland this year. The town of Cleveland was transformed into…
Walden alderman race centered on future growth debate
WALDEN, Tenn. (WDEF)- In Walden, a debate about how that town should grow is at the center of a tightly contested…
District 27 race heating up
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)- One local state house race is heating up before Election Day. (more…)
HCSO uses PIT Maneuver to assist in arrest
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Hamilton County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) had to use a PIT Maneuver today to aid in arresting a suspect with outstanding warrants. Thursday, October 31, 2024, HCSO detectives spotted Edward Anthony White driving a white…
Early Voting ends Thursday in Tennessee
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)-As Election Day is only 5 days away. Voters in both Bradley and Hamilton County showed up in big numbers on the last day of early voting in Tennessee. "Everyone is lingering literally on what's about to…
Chattanooga secures funding for transit development
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) has awarded $630,000 to the Chattanooga Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA). This funding will support a transit-oriented development (TOD) planning project along the Brainerd Road/Lee Highway corridor. With an additional $157,500…
Take a look at Parkridge babies dressed for Halloween
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Some Chattanoogans are celebrating their very first Halloween today. The folks at Parkridge East Hospital shared these photos of their newest babies. "These little bundles are bringing joy and heartwarming moments to all with their…
Life Care Centers issues statement on legal proceedings against their founder
CLEVELAND, Tennessee (WDEF) - A major company in our area is reacting to legal drama surrounding its founder in Cleveland, Tennessee. Forrest L. Preston started Life Care Centers of America in 1970. The company now operates 200 campuses in 27…
'Stranger Things' Byers house available to rent on AirBnB
FAYETTEVILLE, Ga. (WDEF) -- 'Stranger Things' fans can get an immersed experience in the world of the hit Netflix series with a stay at an iconic filming location. The house that the Byers family stayed at during seasons one,…
Chattanooga firefighters respond to Faith Road fire
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Chattanooga Fire Department (CFD) responded to a fire on Faith Road this morning. Firefighters were dispatched to the 3600 block of Faith Road at…
Local law enforcement gives Halloween safety tips for community
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The spooky holiday is upon us, and that means trick or treaters will be on the prowl this evening. Local law enforcement have posted statements, providing safety tips to keep…
The Chocolate Box offers scarily good treats this Halloween
Nichelle Patel of The Chocolate Box previews last minute tasty creations for Halloween with News 12's Chip Chapman. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Something tasty this way comes. Nichelle Patel, owner of…
Tennessee murder suspect investigation continues
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) -The FBI is continuing the manhunt for the Tennessee man who allegedly staged a fake bear attack in an attempt to cover up a hiker's murder. Nicholas Hamlett, the…
Annual Red Kettle Campaign Seeks Volunteer Support as Fundraising Efforts Continue
This holiday season, The Salvation Army of Greater Chattanooga is gearing up to launch its volunteer recruitment for the Red Kettle Campaign. Since 18-91, the Red Kettle Campaign has been a beloved tradition, helping those in need during the holiday…
Reported price increase in Gateway project causes controversy at commission meeting
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A report over the weekend from the Chattanooga Times Free Press claimed the cost of the Gateway school project had doubled to…
Erlanger discusses future after Health Department acquitision
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Erlanger is thinking about what its future looks like beyond the acquisition of the Hamilton County Health Department. (more…)
Driving Our Economy Forward: Peak Symposium
The 10th annual Peak Performance Symposium took place recently at the Pie Innovation Center in Cleveland, Tennessee. The symposium gives manufacturing professionals a chance to share ideas through technology and…
Former Sylvania High School teacher being sued for sex crimes
DEKALB COUNTY, Al. (WDEF) -- A lawsuit has been filed against a former Sylvania High School (SHS) teacher who was convicted of sex crimes. The lawsuit was filed by one of the victims father's, seeking compensation against Dustin Dalton. Dalton…
New parental leave policy proposed for Hamilton County employees
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp has proposed a new parental leave policy for Hamilton County government employees. This new policy includes eight…
