Woodlawn Apartments shooting victim in serious condition
He was shot in the parking lot
'Partnership district' could help improve 5 failing Chattanooga schools
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (AP) - Local and state leaders in Tennessee are working to create a separate school district to help improve low-performing schools. Media report that education leaders hope to launch Tennessee's first "partnership district." The plan would allow school…
Victim confirmed shot, suspect investigation continues
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A man is in the hospital with serious injuries after being shot in Chattanooga. Police say the man was shot Tuesday night on the 2300 block of Wilson Street near Woodlawn Apartments. The man is alive but…
UPDATE: Police confirm shooting in the Missionary Ridge Tunnel
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Investigators were able to confirm that the victim's injuries were related the the shots fired at the tunnel on Brainerd Road and McCallie Avenue. Police say the victim, 19-year-old Adrian Williams, was driving westbound through the tunnel when…
Habitat for Humanity encourages involvement in the Greater Chattanooga Area
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Each week we feature a local non-profit organization to show you what they're doing for the community, and how you can help. Today, we're talking to Habitat for Humanity of Greater Chattanooga Area. Cheryl Marsh and Glenn…
World's first sunflower spirit at the Dalton Distillery
In tonight's edition of "Our Town Dalton" we take you to Dalton Distillery. In just a few months they're set to launch a revolutionary new drink they call Taza-ray. News 12's Jacob Henson has the story behind the world's very…
Tennessee special needs teacher-aide charged with biting boy
SOUTH PITTSBURG, Tenn. (AP) - A Tennessee special needs teacher's aide is facing charges after being accused of biting a student on the playground. Reports show 32-year-old Jenny Price has been charged with assaulting a minor. Marion County Sheriff Ronnie Burnett…
Elabs in Hamilton County schools start implementing end of summer
Hamilton County schools is about to get more high tech. Volkswagen donates one-million dollars for new labs. Volkswagen, the Public Education Foundation and the State of Tennessee partnered to bring in the first wave of science labs. The new eLabs…
UTC students kick off finals with Humane Society puppies
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Finals can be stressful. In honor of the first day of finals at UTC, the Freshman Senate partnered with the Humane Educational Society to provide a distressing event. This afternoon, the Humane Society provided several puppies, accompanied…
Beyonce to fund scholarships for women at 4 colleges
Beyonce is marking the anniversary of her album "Lemonade" by announcing scholarships for women to attend selected colleges. The singer announced that her Formation Scholars Award will go to one female student at each of four schools. The schools are…
News 12 Then: Fishing for the new Tennessee Aquarium
This story originally aired in May, 1991
Educators & public invited to EdCamp Gig City
EdCamp is an "unconference."
Dozens Gather with hopes of Saving Local Landmark
Dozens of people gathered at Lincoln park in Chattanooga in hopes of finding a way to save the historic location... Lincoln Park was once an African American park where baseball legends like Satchel Page, Willy Mays and Jackie Robinson all…
Can you identify stolen credit card suspects at Walmart in Bradley County?
The man and woman are wanted for using a stolen card to charge more than $200.
GOP state senator Hill announces run for Georgia governor
The field to replace Gov. Nathan Dea is expected to become crowded.
Betty Mundy sentenced to 11 months for Vehicular Homicide
"this is as strong a sentence as it gets in Tennessee."
Bradley Co. Sheriff's Dept. and Cleveland Police issue joint statement on bogus "feud"
Bradley County Sheriff Office’s and Cleveland Police Department’s relationship have been the best in history.
Tennessee AG to defend abortion bill if it becomes law
"the law to some degree is unsettled"
Firefighter catches baby thrown from second-story window
fell 25 feet to 30 feet into Merritt's arms.
Hamilton County Schools announce new superintendent finalists
Hamilton County Schools will soon see a new superintendent.
Investigators arrest wife of man killed in Rhea County
TBI Update: CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. – Special Agents from the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation have arrested and charged a Rhea County woman in connection to the death of her husband. At the request of 12th District Attorney General Mike Taylor, TBI…
House OKs 23 hours of alcohol sales at 2 Nashville bars
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - The Tennessee House has passed a bill that would allow two Nashville bars to serve alcohol for 23 hours a day. The House approved the bill sponsored by Republican Rep. Sanderson of Kenton on Monday. It…
Tennessee House OKs bill opening up officer shooting records
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - The Tennessee House has cleared legislation to publicly disclose Tennessee Bureau of Investigation probes into deaths from officer shootings. The House voted 91-0 Monday to open the investigative records into deaths from a shooting by law…
Hamilton Co Sheriff's Office gets re-accredited
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Hamilton County Sheriffs Office has been re-accredited by a prestigious public safety communications program. The Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies is an organization that recognizes agencies of high ethical and responsible policies and practices. About…