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, 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…
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…
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. …
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…
[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.…
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…
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…
SODDY-DAISY, Tenn. (WDEF)- Soddy-Daisy residents showed up by the dozens Wednesday at Hamilton…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The future Gateway School will be the temporary home of 50 county employees. (more…)
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- La Paz is launching a new program to help aspiring Hispanic business owners. (more…)
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…
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,…
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.…
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…
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…
WASHINGTON D.C., (WDEF) -- CBS nightly news anchor Norah O'Donnell has announced she's stepping down after this year's presidential election. O'Donnell made this announcement in a memo to CBS staff Tuesday, July 30, 2024. "I have spent 12 years in…
WASHINGTON D.C. (WDEF) - A new report finds that Alabama has the best roads in America. Plus Tennessee and Georgia aren't far behind in the rankings. Suzuki Law Offices analyzed highway stats from the Department of Transportation to compare road…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A new area code 729 will soon be added to the existing 423 region, which covers cities like Bristol, Chattanooga, Johnson City, and Kingsport…
Downed tree across Wildwood and the intersection of Wildwood lake Rd Roy's alternator in Cleveland had the roof blow off and the construction signs and barrel on Inman st are blown all over the road- Jamie…
Chattanooga, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Chattanooga Police are investigating a double shooting incident that occurred Tuesday evening. At 9:00 p.m. July 30, 2024, CPD received a person shot call located at the 4500 block…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Chattanooga Public Library and EPB announced that there's new library parking in the EPB parking garage. Monday through Saturday, patrons may park in the parking garage for 2 hours upon obtaining a parking pass. There…
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF) -- There will soon be construction going on at the East Ridge Avenue and Ringgold Road intersection. Starting Monday, August 5, 2024, Talley Construction will close the intersection to adjust manhole…
News 12 This Morning: Kate Skonberg, Family & Community Engagement Director with Hamilton County Schools joins News 12's Amelia Greer to preview on of the school's biggest events of…
