Helene now tropical storm as it moves inland over Georgia; more than 2 million without power
Hurricane Helene was a dangerous Category 4 storm when it made landfall over Florida's Big Bend area late Thursday night but weakened rapidly as…
Missing & endangered Hamilton County woman safely located
UPDATE (7:15 p.m.) -- The Hamilton County Sheriff's Office reported Kellye Holmes has been located safe. HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A Missing/Endangered Person Alert has been issued for a woman from Hamilton County.…
Ironman preparing for potential Helene impacts
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The 10th annual Ironman triathlon is set to take place this weekend across Chattanooga. (more…)
New development expects to come to downtown's Market Street
CHATTANOOGA,Tenn. (WDEF)- The old 215 Market restaurant is exactly where a new multi-purpose development will take shape. Kronos Capital says their new project will provide more than…
Two sinkholes open up off SR-39 in McMinn County
UPDATE (September 27, 2024): Another sink hole has opened up 100 feet from the first sinkhole off of SR-39 in McMinn County. Rae Anne Bradley with TDOT…
Helene now upgraded to 'extremely dangerous' Category 4 hurricane
UPDATE: Helene strengthens to an 'extremely dangerous' Category 4 hurricane as it takes aim at northwest Florida. Helene strengthened into a major Category 3 hurricane Thursday as it barreled…
State will not build their new mental health hospital on Moccasin Bend.
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Governor Lee is bringing some news with him for his tourism speech in Chattanooga on Thursday. The State of Tennessee has dropped their plans to build a new psychiatric hospital on Moccasin Bend. This is a victory…
HCSO investigates four school threats, two students arrested
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Hamilton County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) arrested two students after investigating four school threats throughout the county. On Wednesday, September 25, 2024, the school resource deputy (SRD) at the Center for Creative Arts (CCA) was…
Hamilton County corrections officer arrested for DUI & child neglect
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A Hamilton County corrections officer has been terminated after being arrested for a DUI and child neglect. At 11:20 p.m. September…
Celebrating 38 Years of Habitat for Humanity of Greater Chattanooga at the Raise the Roof Luncheon
For 38 years, Habitat for Humanity of Greater Chattanooga has built over 300 homes, helping individuals in need. Today, they held their Raise the Roof luncheon, which not only celebrated success but also provided insight into the inner workings of…
Scenic City Shakespeare brings Macbeth to Hixson
News 12 This Morning: Emma Collins and Amanda Medlin join News 12's Amelia Greer as they prepare to bring Macbeth to life this fall. HIXSON, Tenn. (WDEF) -- An acting…
Commissioners discuss Snow Hill Road safety concerns after fatal crash
OOLTEWAH, Tenn. (WDEF)- Last Thursday, an Ooltewah High School student died in a fatal crash. (more…)
County to fund school repairs, volunteer fire departments
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)- Hamilton County is set to fund 11 different school repair projects. (more…)
Chattanooga police make arrest in Brainerd Road robbery shooting
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Chattanooga Police (CPD) have made an arrest in connection to a robbery shooting on Brainerd Road September 14, 2024. CPD arrested Dedrrick Middlebrooks, 21, Wednesday September 25, 2024. He is…
U.S. Kentucky sheriff charged with killing judge pleads not guilty to murder charge
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Hamilton County and TVA prepares ahead of severe weather
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)-As rain and heavy wind from Hurricane Helene is making its way. Hamilton County and TVA is urging folks to starting making preparations for…
Ooltewah High School student arrested after making threat via note
OOLTEWAH, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A Ooltewah High School student has been arrested after making a threat on a note. Hamilton County Sheriff's Officer (HCSO) reported the…
City of Chattanooga launches new city website
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Chattanooga City Mayor Tim Kelly announced the new look for the city's website. The previous version launched in 2011 was very outdated, making it difficult…
Sequatchie Constable indicted on child abuse charges
DUNLAP, Tennessee (WDEF) - A Sequatchie County couple have been indicted on child abuse charges. Justin and Tonya Higgenbottom are accused of child abuse, neglect and false imprisonment of a minor child. Justin has also been indicted for official misconduct…
Former Tennessee State Trooper charged with rape & misconduct
SEQUATCHIE COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A former Tennessee State Trooper has been arrested for rape after the TBI conducted an investigation. The 12th Judicial District Attorney General, Courtney Lynch, requested TBI special agents to…
Chattanooga Police respond to Hixson shots fired call, one injured
HIXSON, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Chattanooga Police (CPD) responded to a shots fired call in Hixson Wednesday morning. Officers were dispatched to 903 Forest Dale Lane at 9:45 a.m. CPD has confirmed one person has been shot. The individual has been…
Man arrested after threatening Red Bank High School via TikTok
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A man has been arrested after making threats on social media toward Red Bank High School. According to the Hamilton County…
The Morton J. Kent Habilitation Center Celebrates 30 Years
The Morton J. Kent Habilitation Center, lovingly referred to as the "Hab Center," is celebrating 30 years of service and commitment to making a positive impact on individuals with developmental disabilities. The day featured staff sharing stories about their impactful…
East Ridge to celebrate start of fall with annual Fall Festival
News 12 This Morning: Cameron McAllister and Shawnna Skiles join News 12's Amelia Greer to preview the third annual Fall Festival in East Ridge. EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Get…
