CENTCOM chief tells senators Iran's hold on Strait of Hormuz has weakened, but threats remain
Washington — The head of U.S. forces in the…
Workers are getting paid to teach AI how to do their jobs
Artificial intelligence developers want to know what you know. Leading makers of generative AI tools are hiring people with a wide range of skills and expertise, from Hollywood screenwriters to hiking enthusiasts, to train their…
Honda records its first-ever annual loss on a costly EV strategy
TOKYO (AP) — Honda racked up a 423.9 billion yen ($2.7 billion) loss Thursday, the first-ever full year loss for the Japanese automaker, acknowledging heavy costs for its electric-vehicle plans, stemming from President Donald Trump’s pro-U.S. policies. The Japanese automaker…
HCEMS launches whole blood program to bring lifesaving transfusions directly to trauma scenes
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) At the Blood Assurance Warehouse in Chattanooga, community leaders and emergency officials unveiled a new program they say could change…
Blue-green diamond called the "world's rarest" sells for record $17.3 million at auction
A 5.5-carat triangular-cut diamond billed as the largest fancy…
Weather Update: Thursday May 14, 2026
WDEF-TV News 12 Tennessee River Valley weather forecast Thursday: Sunny, dry, mild. Highs: mid 70's. Winds: N @ 5-10 MPH. Overnight:Mostly clear. Dry. Chilly. Lows: high 40's. Winds: N @ 5 MPH then calm. Friday: Sunny, dry, warmer. Highs: high…
Georgia gas tax suspension set to expire as drivers weigh relief at the pump against road funding
Georgia's state gas tax, which helps fund road projects and transportation services across the state, could once again become a larger issue for drivers as Gov. Brian Kemp's temporary suspension of the tax…
Trump, Xi agree that the Strait of Hormuz "must remain open," White House says
President Trump and China's Xi Jinping met Thursday and agreed that the Strait of Hormuz "must remain open" and that Iran "can never have a nuclear weapon," according to the White House. The Iran war had been slated to be…
Retail sales growth slowed in April from March as higher gas cost leaves less room for nonessentials
NEW YORK (AP) - Shoppers pulled back on spending in April as higher gas prices fueled by the Iran war meant less money left over for some nonessentials like clothing and furniture. Retail sales rose 0.5% in April, a slowdown…
Expansion to come to Erlanger East Hospital
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. -- Erlanger has announced plans for a major expansion and renovation project at Erlanger East Hospital. Erlanger says the centerpiece of…
Anakeesta debuts glass Gondolas next weekend
GATLINBURG, Tennessee (WDEF) - A Gatlinburg attraction announces the date for their new gondola rides. Anakeesta will open a new season on May 22 with what they call the world's only all-glass gondola system. You will get on the ride…
Bear kills worker at uranium mining company's facility in Canada, forcing operations to shut down
Toronto — A 27-year-old man was killed in a black bear attack over the weekend in northern Saskatchewan, according to local authorities and his employer. The attack happened about 53 miles northeast of Points North Landing in central Saskatchewan, the province's…
City of East Ridge announces changes coming to Belvoir Avenue in the “S” Curves
EAST RIDGE -- The City of East Ridge is advising locals of planned roadway safety improvements scheduled to take place on Thursday May 14, 2026 on Belvoir Avenue between Fountain Avenue and…
TSEC Brings State and National Championships to Chattanooga
Chattanooga TN (WDEF)Championship sports are taking over Chattanooga this May as The Sports & Events Corporation, also known as TSEC, brings five major state and national events to the…
Georgia expands medical marijuana access, allows vaping for patients with newly-signed law
A bill expanding medical marijuana access in Georgia is now law after being signed by Gov. Brian Kemp. The governor signed Senate Bill 220, also known as the "Putting Georgia's Patients First Act," on…
Meta launches WhatsApp ‘incognito’ mode to address privacy concerns for AI chats
LONDON (AP) — Meta Platforms said Wednesday it’s rolling out an “incognito” mode for WhatsApp users to have private conversations with its AI chatbot, a move intended to ease privacy concerns about sensitive information that users share in chats. The social media company said…
East Side Schoolyard Project Completed
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Community leaders gathered Tuesday morning at East Side Elementary School for a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the opening of the East Side Community Schoolyard. The project marks the…
Producer prices shot up 6%, adding to pressure on companies to raise prices for customers
WASHINGTON (AP) - U.S. wholesale inflation came in hot last month. Producer prices rose 6% from a year earlier, most since December 2022, as the 10-week Iran war pushed up energy prices and put pressure on companies to pass along…
Georgia schools facing growing student lunch debt amid rising food insecurity
Georgia families across the state are facing growing financial pressure, and a new study from Emory University shows school lunch debt is becoming a widespread issue. According to researchers at the Rollins School of Public Health, more…
French hantavirus patient is critically ill and on an artificial lung as outbreak grows to 11
By THOMAS ADAMSON and RUSS BYNUM Associated Press PARIS (AP) - A…
Fire Department says a Scottsboro elementary student is a hero
SCOTTSBORO, Alabama (WDEF) - The Scottsboro Fire Department is calling a local Elementary schooler a hero. They presented Dash Duncan with a Fire Safety Hero award last night. Dash noticed smoke in the bathroom at Nelson Primary School and quickly…
New restaurant Torikaya brings modern Japanese-inspired dining to Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A new restaurant has opened in downtown Chattanooga this week. Torikaya has officially opened its doors, bringing a modern Japanese-inspired dining experience to…
DA Reflects on Guilty Resolution
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) - District Attorney General Stephen Hatchett indicated the conclusion of the Craig Liner case brings a difficult but meaningful sense of closure after a guilty plea brought the…
New details released on planned amphitheater on the Chattanooga Westside
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Last week, we learned…