Investigators charge a Birmingham man with cold case murder in LaFayette
LAFAYETTE, Georgia (WDEF) - Authorities in northwest Georgia announce they have made an arrest in a 24 year…
UTC's New 'CH-AI Brews' Podcast Aims to Simplify AI for Students and Community
UTC is launching their new podcast CH-AI Brews is designed to help students and the local community really understand the complexities of AI…
Royal Caribbean is building 3 more Icon of the Seas-style megaships
Royal Caribbean is growing its fleet of megaships, with plans to build three more Icon of the Seas-style vessels. The cruise company, which currently operates 68 ships, this week said it is partnering with Finnish shipbuilder Meyer…
Boar’s Head plant linked to deadly outbreak broke food safety rules dozens of times, records show
A Boar’s Head deli meat plant in Virginia tied to a deadly food poisoning outbreak repeatedly violated federal regulations, including instances of mold, insects, liquid dripping from ceilings, and meat and fat residue on walls, floors and…
Wells Fargo employee found dead 4 days after scanning into work
A Wells Fargo employee was found dead at a Tempe, Arizona, office, four days after scanning into work, authorities say. According to the Tempe Police Department, 60-year-old Denise Prudhomme checked into work on Friday, Aug. 16 around 7 a.m., and…
Georgia sheriff's deputy dies days after being shot while serving search warrant
A sheriff's deputy has died days after he was shot while serving a search warrant in west Georgia, authorities said. The Carroll County Sheriff's Office announced late Friday…
Mayor Tim Kelly attended United Ways summit, announces marketing plan
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Chattanooga City Mayor, Tim Kelly, joined United Way at the United Working For Families event to announce the city's first official brand. This event was held at City Hall, Thursday August 29, 2024. The brand…
One injured during residential fire in Lupton City
LUPTON CITY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A residential fire sent one to the hospital with burn injuries near Lupton City. Chattanooga Fire Department (CFD) received a call at 1:39 p.m., dispatching…
New East Ridge Animal Shelter construction complete
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Construction on the new East Ridge Animal Shelter is complete. City officials are inviting the public to its grand opening Thursday, September 26, 2024 at the shelter, located at 5302 Stone Street. “We are…
Dade County Sheriff's Office welcomes new K-9 deputies
DADE COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) -- Dade County Sheriff's Office (DCSO) has recently welcomed new K-9 deputies to the team. These three new pups will join the DCSO K-9…
Spokesperson for ChattState calling the incident a hoax
UPDATE: The incident that occurred at Chattanooga State this morning has been determined to be a hoax. Payton Potter from Chattanooga State released a statement saying, "Law enforcement determined the threat…
Bradley County woman indicted for child endangerment
BRADLEY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A woman has been indicted in Bradley County on a charge of child endangerment. 28-year-old Veronica Alexandra Rountree Risenhoover was indicted by the Grand Jury and arrested this week.…
Investigators make arrest in 24 year old cold case murder
LAFAYETTE, Georgia (WDEF) - The Sheriff in Walker County says his office has made an arrest in a 24 year old cold case. He will hold a press conference tomorrow to discuss the arrest in the case of Julie Ann McDonald.…
Chattanooga State on lockdown
UPDATE: "At 1:08 pm, Chattanooga State Main Campus has lifted their lockdown. Campus is safe. College classes are closed for the rest of the day." UPDATE: At a press conference, police…
Olivia Reeves discusses recent Olympic win and upcoming parade
News 12 This Morning: Olympic Gold Medalist, Olivia Reeves joins News 12's Chip Chapman to discuss her successful career in heavy weightlifting and how life has changed for her after gaining national…
Flawless Aesthetics offers range of cosmetic services and skincare
News 12 This Morning: Lindsay Bright, Kyla Green, and Tonya Walker join News 12's Amelia Greer to highlight the list of aesthetic services they offer at their medical spa in Chattanooga. CHATTANOOGA,…
Reaction to community benefits agreements for South Broad Stadium
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The future home of the Chattanooga Lookouts is currently being constructed. (more…)
New General Sessions Judge appointed by Hamilton County Commission
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Hamilton County has a new General Sessions Judge. (more…)
CALEB accuses Hamilton County of not protecting due process
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Are the constitutional rights of Hamilton County inmates…
New Chester Frost fishing pier named after community leader
HIXSON, Tenn. (WDEF)- Chester Frost Park celebrated two new features to their park Friday morning. (more…)
Lake Resort Drive closing on Friday due to crane installment
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Lake Resort Drive will be fully closed on Friday due to the installment of a crane. This closure begins this Friday, August 30, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Hixson Pike will act as the…
Memphis murder suspect captured after falling through ceiling from attic where he was hiding
A Memphis murder suspect was captured after he fell through the ceiling from the attic where he was hiding, the U.S. Marshals said this week. Deario Wilkerson, 20, was on the…
Jury in trial of Robert Telles finds former politician guilty in killing of Las Vegas journalist
The jury in the trial of Robert Telles found the former Clark County, Nevada, elected official guilty of murder in the death of investigative reporter Jeff German on Wednesday. The jury began deliberating Monday. They will move…
Dolly Parton is sending free books to children across 21 states — and around the world
Dolly Parton’s father grew up poor and never got the chance to learn to read. Inspired by her upbringing, the 78-year-old country music legend has made it her mission over the past three decades to improve literacy through her Imagination Library book…