This morning a traffic stop by Cohutta PD Corporal Key on Cohutta Varnell Road near Henderson Drive for an equipment violation on a motor vehicle turned into a manhunt that lasted most of the day. Full details are still being…
DALTON, Ga. (WDEF) - At approximately 4:30 this afternoon the Dalton Police were dispatched to 708 Juniper Avenue with a report of a child hit by a car. Responding officers found a 6 year old boy had been hit by a…
ATLANTA (AP) - Charges have been filed against two fired Georgia police officers who authorities say were captured on video kicking and hitting a man during a traffic stop. Gwinnett County police on Wednesday announced charges against Michael Bongiovanni and…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Gov. Bill Haslam has signed his wide-ranging proposal that increases Tennessee's gas tax to fund roadwork and cuts other taxes. On Wednesday, the Republican governor signed the bill that includes Tennessee's first gas tax increase since…
Chattanooga Police Officers participated in a Front Porch Lineup at the Navy Operational Support Center on Wednesday.
DALTON, Ga. (WDEF) - A Dalton high school student is the winner of the first annual Edd Kirby's Adventure Auto Group scholarship. Jordyn Mader is an accomplished musician with an outstanding academic record. She will get the 5-thousand dollar award to…
WHITFIELD COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) - One fox tested positive for rabies in Whitfield County. About a month ago, Whitfield County was contacted by Cahutta Police on a fox possibly infected with the rabies virus. Whitfield County Rabies Control Officer David Hedden…
WALKER COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) – Imagine being able to report an issue with codes, roads or animals using a smartphone app. That convenience is now a reality for Walker County residents and business owners. Commissioner Shannon Whitfield unveiled the iWorQ…
We have a link to photos taken by Jackson while on the hike.
This story originally aired for the series Inside The Tennessee Aquarium in May, 1991 (one year before the opening)
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Attorney General Herbert H. Slatery III today announced the filing of a lawsuit against a Texas law firm, its sole attorney, and two investigators working for the firm. The civil enforcement action, filed in Hamilton County Chancery…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Since its iconic peaks first rose above the Chattanooga waterfront, the Tennessee Aquarium has been the site of countless cherished memories and inspiring encounters with incredible animals. After 25 years, that role now spans generations of guests.…
The bill responds to a November crash that killed six Chattanooga elementary school children.
He found 15 pounds in the trunk, with a value of over $125,000.
"We at HCDE are thankful a caring parent called this tip in"
One family member told police she has a history of alcohol abuse.
He did not tell police exactly where it happened and his story changed several times.
He was shot in the parking lot
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…