Highway 58 Volunteer Fire Department seeks help replacing damaged fire truck
HARRISON, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A local volunteer fire department is asking the public to help them fix a fire truck. Highway 58’s Engine 42 was involved…
Five Startup Founders Accelerate Clean Transportation Solutions in Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, TENN.(WDEF) As systems around the globe stretch thin and urban centers search for smarter, cleaner ways to move people and goods, a powerful shift is quietly…
Spring arrives at Creekside Flower Farm
Morgan Sharpe with Creekside Flower Farm joins News 12's Amelia Greer as the farm gets ready to celebrate the 3rd annual Spring Plant Festival in Chickamauga, GA. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -…
TCAT Chattanooga prepares for SkillsUSA competition
Darrion Mason, Drake Boyd, and Derek Dunn join News 12's Amelia Greer as they get ready to represent TCAT Chattanooga at SkillsUSA next week! CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - SkillsUSA state competition is…
Grundy County storm recovery efforts
GRUNDY COUNTY, Tenn. — A powerful line of severe weather tore through the Tennessee Valley early Sunday morning, leaving behind a path of destruction that impacted homes, infrastructure, parks, and the…
One month left until REAL ID is required to fly
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- We are one month away from a major…
Data-Driven Fight Against Overdoses
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -Local officials are now using a new strategy, surveillance systems that track overdoses in real time. The Hamilton County Health Department is monitoring tools like O-D-MAP and ESSENCE, databases that show where and when overdoses happen. These…
The Chattanooga Zoo adds a young giraffe to the herd
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - There's a new giraffe in town. The Chattanooga Zoo has added a one year old male to the giraffe herd here. His name is Kuzco, named after a character in "The Emperor's New Groove." He…
Novonix PILOT passes IDB, says tariffs are a 'positive'
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Novonix has cleared the final step before construction can begin on a new facility at Enterprise South. (more…)
What's Right With Our Schools: Regional Envirothon Competition
HIXSON, TN (WDEF) - Students from across the area recently came together at Chester Frost Park to compete in the Regional Envirothon competition. It was a way for…
Sequoyah High School Student Replace Markers at Windy Hill Cemetery
SODDY DAISY, TN (WDEF) - Headstones are supposed to be lasting reminders of those who came before us, but time, the elements and vandals can make them hard to read. Thankfully, kids at Sequoyah High School created lasting grave makers…
Carve a memorable gift with Woodcraft
Nate Hiltibran with Woodcraft joins News 12's Amelia Greer to provide some gift inspiration this coming Mother's Day. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Homemade gifts are always the best present to give to a…
The City of Love comes to the Scenic City with Springtime in Chattanooga
Robert Davis with Shop the Market At joins News 12's Amelia Greer to preview one of their big upcoming spring events! CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Get ready to say "oui…
Marion County residents recount the terrifying aftermath of the storms
MARION COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - Early Sunday morning, severe weather tore through the Tennessee Valley, prompting multiple tornado warnings and leaving behind a path of destruction.…
Collegedale Hosts Thrilling Pigskin & Pig-Out Event with UTC Mocs and Local Food Trucks
COLLEGEDALE,TN -(WDEF)The Collegedale Parks and Recreation Department recently hosted their highly anticipated event, Pigskin & Pig-Out, drawing crowds from all over the area for a day filled with football excitement and mouthwatering food. Fresh off their championship win, the UTC…
Storm Hits Grundy County Overnight
GRUNDY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - Severe storms swept through Grundy County last night, leaving a trail of destruction. High winds and heavy rainfall caused significant damage across the area, affecting homes,…
Chattanooga garage completely destroyed by fire
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Early Sunday morning, Chattanooga firefighters prevented a house from going up in flames. At 3:38 a.m. on April 6, 2025, Red Shift crews were dispatched to the 6300 block of Bonny Oaks Drive after several…
Hands off protests against Trump Administration Policies
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Protesters gathered along Riverfront Parkway as part of a nationwide Hands Off! demonstration, opposing President Donald Trump’s administration and its controversial policy stances. The “Hands Off”…
A Chattanooga hero's remains return home after being missing for eight decades
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- For over eight decades, a Chattanooga family had one single question. (more…)
Marion County firefighters, Department of Forestry battling wildfire near Haletown
MARION COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)- Firefighters have been…
City of Chattanooga investigating data breach
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Chattanooga Mayor's office says it learned Friday that city data was affected by the recent Nationwide Recovery Services breach. (more…)
Orange Grove Center Honors Special Olympics Gold Medalist Jayme Salisbury
Orange Grove Center hosted a special presentation to honor Jayme Salisbury, a Special Olympics gold medalist, for his outstanding achievements at the 2025 Tennessee Special Olympics Winter Games. Salisbury, who competed, earned two gold medals in snowboard slalom and snowboard…
Cleveland Police investigating illegal dumping of tires and dog Remains
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Cleveland Police are investigating a case of illegal dumping after tires and containers of deceased dogs were discovered in a wooded area near an apartment complex. Officers were dispatched to the 3700 block of Keri Lane…
Firefighters respond to rescue at Koch Foods silo in Lookout Valley
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Chattanooga firefighters responded to a medical emergency and possible rescue at Koch Foods Inc. in Lookout Valley Friday afternoon. Crews were dispatched at 2:06 p.m. on…