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FBI Joins in Efforts to Identify Bank Robber

Atlanta, GA (WDEF) - The FBI offices of Atlanta and Knoxville are asking for the public's help in identifying the person responsible for two bank robberies last year in Chattanooga and Sandy Springs, Georgia. Law enforcement responded to an armed…

Apartment Fire Displaces Family of Four

Chattanooga, TN (WDEF) - Fire caused significant damage to an apartment early this morning, but the rest of the building was saved, thanks to Chattanooga firefighters. The Chattanooga Fire Department responded to Woodlawn Apartments at 2300 Wilson Avenue shortly after…

Wilson County Woman Charged with Solicitation to Commit Murder

Nashville, TN (WDEF) - An investigation by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) has resulted in the arrest of a Lebanon woman who is charged with trying to hire someone to kill her ex-husband. The TBI began investigating Julia Lane…

Treetop Hideaways kicks off second treehouse event

GEORGIA (WDEF) - Saturday evening will be the biggest event this year at Treetop Hideaways, as they officially kick off the build of the second treehouse with a family friendly evening of fun in the forest. They are partnering with Dove Men+Care…

Emily's List of weekend activities

There's a lot to do here in Chattanooga, and in nearby cities this weekend. Earth Day is tomorrow, and Rock City wants to celebrate with you. Spend some time outside, and climb a rock climbing wall at lovers leap, learn…

Habitat for Humanity opens second ReStore

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Habitat for Humanity opens its second ReStore today. The 21,000 square foot store is located in Ooltewah at Apison Crossing. It offers new and gently used furniture, hardware, and building items. It also has a children's play…

Chattanooga airport works to attract customers

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Airports and airlines have been in the headlines a lot recently - sometimes getting harsh criticism. Chattanooga's Metropolitan Airport has been staying out of the spotlight, working to attract more customers. Filling the gap between Atlanta and Nashville,…

Health Department kicks off low cost rabies vaccination clinics

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Chattanooga-Hamilton County Health Department's annual low cost rabies vaccination clinics kicked off today. This year's clinics will be in 60 locations around Hamilton County. The price is $12 per animal. Health officials encourage all pet owners…

The Humane Society aids in rescue animal recovery

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Some badly mistreated animals are now getting a new "leash" on life in the Scenic City. A new group has just arrived after being rescued from a hoarder in Habersham County, Georgia. News 12's Alexandria Adams shares how…

Reports show gun theft increase

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A new report shows Georgia has one of the highest rates for stolen firearms from gun and pawn shops across the country last year. "A gun theft at gun stores unfortunately are a common occurrence." said John…

Tech Town's workforce program has demo night

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) The city of Chattanooga partnered with Tech Town's workforce program demo night. For 7 weeks, participants in their program have learned technology and coding skills to hopefully prepare them for work in the fast growing tech field. They…

Birmingham police find pair of bombs during traffic stop

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) - Investigators say they suspect bombs found during a traffic stop in Birmingham could contain explosive powder. Alabama media report two bombs were discovered by Birmingham police early Thursday morning after officers pulled a truck over for…

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