ATLANTA, Georgia (WDEF) - A jury has convicted a woman of laundering money from a variety of scams, including romance fraud online. Sherlyn Sims, a/k/a “Sherlyn Dzinzi,” is from Zimbabwe, but she set up business in Georgia. Prosecutors accused her…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - School buses hit the streets again on Wednesday morning as a new year begins in Hamilton County and other nearby areas. First Student is reminding drivers what that means. And it comes down to three simple things:…
JASPER, Tennessee (WDEF) - A Marion County man has filed a federal lawsuit over his arrest by Jasper Police last year. Samuel Hryncewiz was a passenger in a car that was pulled over by…
NASHVILLE (WDEF) - Two members of the Bradley County school system are finalists for state education awards. The Department of Education announced today three finalists for each region of the state in the Principal of the Year and Supervisor of…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Chattanooga remembers the life of former City Councilman Moses Freeman Junior. "He was he was a special person, you know, he was always interested in moving forward education and everything in a black community that was positive," said…
WASHINGTON (AP) — Vice President Kamala Harris picked Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz to be her running mate on Tuesday, according to three people familiar with her decision, after a breakneck selection process that began barely two weeks ago when she…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Some road closures will be impacting people's commutes during the weeks of August 5th through August 16th. 3815 North Terrace Ave North Terrace Ave west of Belvoir Ave will be reduced to a single lane from…
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) - A successful school year often begins in the Summertime. Students at Howard High had a chance to boost their skills and repair their grades…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The man charged with the murder of 22 year old Jasmine Pace in November 2022 was back…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Investigators have now charged a suspect with burning The Chattery offices on Sunday morning. The Chattery is a nonprofit the offers classes on cooking and crafts located on Rossville Avenue…
ATLANTA, Georgia (WDEF) - Two Georgia men have been sentenced for trafficking firearms that ended up at crime scenes all across the country and Canada. Federal prosecutors say Alvin Demar paid Joshua Carter and others to buy handguns, at least…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- It looks like gas prices are back on the rise. According to GasBuddy, prices have risen o.11 cents per gallon in the last week. This averages to $3.01/g in Chattanooga today. However, prices are about $0.17…
News 12 This Morning: Library director, Will O'Hearn joins News 12's Amelia Greer to highlight an array of activities going on at the Chattanooga Public Library this August. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)…
GEORGIA (WDEF) -- Georgia Governor Brian Kemp has issued a state of emergency for all 159 counties in the state ahead of tropical storm Debby. Debby is expected to strengthen to a Category 1 hurricane…
BOSTON - Massachusetts-based rock band Aerosmith has announced that they're retiring from touring and cancelling their farewell tour due to lead singer Steven Tyler's vocal injury. In a statement posted on social media, the band said, in part, "We've always…
DALTON, Ga. (WDEF) -- The Dalton Police Department posted on Facebook reminding everyone that Addy's Law is now in place in time for the new school year. Addy's Law took effect July 1, 2024 after…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Former President Donald Trump has said some interesting things about Tennessee Governor Bill Lee and Georgia Governor Brian Kemp on social media over the last few days. Trump first spoke about Lee by posting this statement…
SIGNAL MOUNTAIN, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A motorcyclist died in the early morning hours of August 4, 2024 on Suck Creek Road. Hamilton County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) deputies responded to a pedestrian struck call at approximately…
Tropical Storm Debby became the fourth named storm of the Atlantic hurricane season, the National Hurricane Center said Saturday, and is likely to bring drenching rain and coastal flooding to much…
ROME, Ga. (WDEF) -- The Georgia Bureau of Investigations (GBI) has arrested five former officers for assault on…
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A man from McMinn County faces more charges for sexual exploitation of a minor. In April 2024, Cody Gunter was arrested for sexual exploitation and solicitation of a minor. The…
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Hamilton County Schools hosted a Back to School Bash on the Riverwalk August 2, 2024. Parents and children from all across the county came out to the Riverwalk to get ready for the start…
"Get ready for a shopping adventure like no other! The Highway 127 Yard Sale is rolling through Signal Mountain. Thousands of vendors set up shop along the route, offering everything from vintage collectibles and antiques to unique handmade crafts. "All…
As the new school year begins, AAA urges drivers to stay alert and follow crucial safety guidelines to protect students on their way to and from school. "The early days of the back-to-school season are partially dangerous due to the…
