Witnesses describe frantic rescue effort after Georgia dock gangway collapse killed 7
Orange life jackets bobbed in the water, where bystanders rushed to form a human chain for passing survivors to safety. Others shouldered the task…
Two Rhea County men indicted on separate child sex abuse cases
RHEA COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Two men out of Rhea County have been indicted for sexual abuse of children in two separate cases. Investigators from…
What's Right With Our Schools: CCS Tree Day
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) - “Today is our tree day. And tree day is an interactive day of learning where we do cross-curricular instruction across lots of different subjects;…
Tennessee American Water participating in 'Drug Take Back Day'
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Hamilton County Coalition and Tennessee American Water are coming together for 'Drug Take Back Day'. This day is a biannual National Prescription Drug Take Back national event created by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency…
Girl Scouts membership to more than double in cost over two years
Girl Scouts of the USA is more than doubling its annual membership fee over the next two years to reduce red ink. Dues will stay at $25 for the next year, but then rise to…
Hundreds rescued, sheriff stranded on truck roof after deadly flooding in New Mexico: "Completely surrounded by water"
The New Mexico National Guard continued search and rescue operations Sunday in Roswell after record rainfall produced severe flooding…
Chattanooga Comic Con welcomes iconic celebrities this weekend
Liz Thornburgh joins News 12's Amelia Greer to preview everything nerdy coming to the Chattanooga Comic Con. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Don't panic if you see the Mystery Machine in Chattanooga…
The Chocolate Box offers no tricks but all the treats this season
The Chocolate Box baker extraordinaire, Nichelle Patel, joins News 12's Chip Chapman to preview the baked goods she offers this season. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Who knew spooky could taste so…
House catches fire Monday morning near North Orchard Knob
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Firefighters were on the scene of a working structure fire Monday morning at a house off North Orchard Knob Avenue. They responded to…
Chattanooga firefighters respond to series of fires and extrication
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Firefighters were busy overnight with a series of house fires and emergency responses. The first happened at a vacant home undergoing renovations off…
Senator Watson hosts the third annual All-American Bash
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Senator Bo Watson and other local and regional GOP members made an appearance at the All-American Bash at the Collegedale Commons. This year marks…
“Smart Is Cool” Day
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - This Sunday the Chattanooga Market hosted STEM organizations in celebration of the 24th annual National “Smart is Cool” Day. STEM, which stands for science, technology, engineering, and math, focuses on…
Coolidge Park is hosting The Grateful Gobbler Walk
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - It's time to start preparing for Chattanooga's annual Grateful Gobbler Walk, where all proceeds go to the MaClellan Shelter. This walk is an annual…
Kelsey's Christmas for Kids
CHICKAMAUGA, Ga. (WDEF)- Chickamauga hosted their Pumpkin festival which included lots of shopping and learning about "Kelsey's Christmas for Kids" organization. Residents from the Chickamauga community and Chattanooga came to see all…
EPB Free Tree ReLeaf Program
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Over 1,000 trees were given away this weekend as the Free Tree ReLeaf event took place. EPB customers were given the opportunity to obtain two native plants for their home as…
25th Anniversary of Coolidge Park
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - One of Chattanooga’s most beloved landmarks and parks is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. This is a celebratory weekend full of fun-filled activities for all ages to…
Walden Ridge Rescue Unveils New Trucks to Enhance Community Emergency Response
Today marks a pivotal moment for Walden Ridge Rescue as they unveil two brand-new rescue trucks. These vehicles are not just state-of-the-art; they represent a commitment to improving emergency response in the community. “We consider it an investment in the…
Walker County school board defers superintendent decision amid outcry from Raines supporters
LaFAYETTE, Ga. (WDEF)- Controversy ignited inside of the Walker County…
Alabama’s “Million Dollar Band” Performs at Finley Stadium
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - The Alabama Million Dollar Band came rolling and marching through Chattanooga on their way to the upcoming Alabama Crimson Tide versus our very own Tennessee Vols in Knoxville. The band…
Several road closures throughout Chattanooga Oct 19 & 20
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- There will be several roads throughout the Chattanooga area this upcoming weekend. CDOT reported the following roads in the following areas will see closings: Seven Bridges Marathon: October 20, 2024 from 4:00 a..m to 2:00 p.m.…
McKamey Animal Center and Crown Subaru's pet adoption event
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The McKamey Animal Center Adoption and Crown Subaru are teaming up to host a pet adoption event tomorrow. This event is a part of…
Ex-NFL quarterback Jay Cutler arrested for DUI and gun possession in Tennessee
Former NFL quarterback Jay Cutler was arrested for a DUI and gun possession in Tennessee after a collision with another vehicle, police confirmed to CBS News on Friday. Cutler, 41, was arrested on DUI and…
North Carolina early voters, still recovering from Helene, top turnout in 2020
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — More North Carolina residents turned out to cast ballots on the first day of early voting this year than in 2020, even as residents from the mountainous western portion of the state continued to recover from the devastating…
TVA receives $250 million clean energy grant
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Today, the U.S. Department of Energy announced that the Tennessee Valley Authority was selected for a $250 million grant. They were selected for a $250 million…
