Enterprise South announces name for disc golf course
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Enterprise South Nature Park has officially named their new disc golf course: The Corbettas at Enterprise. The course will officially open to the public September…
Officer involved shooting at Monroe County Justice Center
MONROE COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) is investigating an officer involved shooting at the Monroe County Justice Center. At approximately 8:30 a.m. Friday, August 2, 2024, a man fired shots…
Coonrod slams Democratic Party after primary loss; HCDP responds
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The day after being defeated by incumbent Representative Yusuf Hakeem in…
UTC alum climbing leaderboard in olympic golf
PARIS, France (WDEF) -- UTC golf alum Stephan Jaeger finished in eighth place in the second round of Olympic golf. Originally born in Munich, Germany, Jaeger is resenting…
Northshore traffic pattern updated to 3-way stop
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Get ready for a new traffic pattern in Northshore. The intersection of…
Chattanooga Airport resumes Delta flights to LaGuardia
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Chattanooga City Mayor Tim Kelly and the Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport announced that Delta will resume nonstop flights from CHA to LaGuardia International Airport in New York. The flights will resume…
Little Coyote takes over St. Elmo restaurant scene
News 12 This Morning: Culinary Director of Little Coyote, Jonathan Ferguson joins News 12's Chip Chapman to highlight their extensive menu. The recently added restaurant offers a variety of flavors for BBQ…
Local organizations host Red Sand Project in Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Organizations across Tennessee came together to participate in the Red Sand Project on Thursday. "We partnered with the Tennessee Department of Health to bring awareness…
Athens city schools first to introduce electric buses in Tennessee
ATHENS, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Athens City Schools are the first school system in Tennessee to introduce electric school buses. The school system received five of these buses delivered by the EPA Clean School Bus Program. “Athens City Schools…
Soddy Daisy fires two officers who testified in Justin Whaley case
SODDY-DAISY, Tennessee (WDEF) - Two police officers who testified against a third officer in court have been fired by Soddy-Daisy. Capt. Eric Jenkins and Lt. Jake Elrod were key witnesses for the defense in the prosecution of former EMT Justin…
Disney On Ice returns to Chattanooga for the first time in six years
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Disney On Ice is returning to the scenic city for the first time in six years. September 19, 2024 through September 22, 2024, Disney On Ice will be held at UTC's McKenzie Area, including characters…
CPD opens applications for community police academy
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Chattanooga Police announced they have opened applications for their community police academy. Applications opened August 1, 2024, you can submit an application to be apart of this academy. …
World's longest yard sale returns to Highway 127
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- It's time to go ahead and clear your schedule this weekend... The reason? The Highway 127 Yard Sale. Even if you're not going, prepare for more traffic and pedestrians. Dubbed the 'World's Longest Yard Sale,' the…
Cleveland Food City Now Open
[press release] CLEVELAND, TN (Thursday, August 1, 2024) – The shelves are stocked and the doors are open for the brand new 50,600+ sq. ft. Food City on Georgetown Rd.…
Local baker makes Chattanooga sweeter with Lolo's Sweet Treats
News 12 This Morning: Head baker extraordinaire, Lauryn Rucker with 'Lolo's Sweet Treats' joins News 12's Amelia Greer to highlight some of her deliciously crafted desserts. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- An…
Over 150 Professionals Convene in Dalton for Pivotal Anti-Trafficking Training Event
The City of Dalton, in partnership with the Hamilton Health Care System, is taking a bold stand against human trafficking. This week, over 150 professionals from four states have converged at the Dalton Convention Center for a critical three-day training…
Proposed Soddy-Daisy concrete plant denied by Hamilton County Commission
SODDY-DAISY, Tenn. (WDEF)- Soddy-Daisy residents showed up by the dozens Wednesday at Hamilton…
50 Hamilton County employees to be relocated to Gateway building
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The future Gateway School will be the temporary home of 50 county employees. (more…)
La Paz to offer 12 week business course in Spanish
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- La Paz is launching a new program to help aspiring Hispanic business owners. (more…)
Primary election day in Hamilton County reminders
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Primary Election Day is tomorrow here in Hamilton County. The election includes party primaries for federal and state lawmakers. In Hamilton County, there are…
AI finds a challenge in understanding a Tennessee accent
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- AI is having a difficult time understanding the Tennessean accent. New AI voice technology has allowed many to ask a question without even touching their devices, but technology isn't always perfect,…
Walker County introduces new inclusive playground to community
ROCK SPRINGS, GA. (WDEF) -- Walker County introduced a new inclusive playground at Walker Rocks Park. This new area gives children with any abilities the chance to play.…
CPD investigates shooting that injured one male
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- One man was found with a gunshot wound after a shooting Tuesday night. On July 30, 2024, Chattanooga police responded to a person shot call located in the 2200 Block of…
Jill Black named Gun Sense Candidate ahead of election
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- District 11's representative for the Hamilton County School Board, Jill Black (D-Lookout Mountain), has been named a "Gun Sense Candidate" ahead of the school board election Thursday, August 1, 2024. Black has spoken about her support…
