"Kids Online Safety Act" scheduled for Senate vote
TENNESSEE (WDEF) -- Senator Marsha Blackburn says her “Kids Online Safety Act” is finally coming up for a vote this week. The Senate is scheduled to consider her…
Chattanooga Lookouts annual TVFCU used car night August 3
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Chattanooga Lookouts are hosting Tennessee Valley Credit Union's (TVFCU) 33rd annual used car night August 3, 2024. This event takes place the same night the Lookouts take on the Pensacola Blue Wahoos. There…
Jackson County implements vape court for upcoming school year
JACKSON COUNTY, AL. (WDEF) -- Jackson County is working to implement a new vape court for the upcoming school year to reduce student vaping. (more…)
Creative Discovery Museum brings Olympic Games to Chattanooga
News 12 This Morning: Mackenzie Steele with the Creative Discovery Museum joins News 12's Amelia Greer to talk about a fun, interactive event headed to the museum in time for the…
Wacker Plant Commits to Safety Excellence with Major Investments
Wacker plant announced significant investments aimed to enhancing plant safety. As a part of their "We Care Week," project leader Stephiane Graff has dedicated activities throughout the week including mental health checkups, and…
Driving Our Economy Forward: The Stretch Zone
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) --Regaining mobility after an injury can be difficult. Many patients face surgery or chiropractic care. Tonight we are learning why you might want to consider a different option. As we…
Tennessee kicks off Sales Tax Holiday this weekend
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Tennessee is gearing up for this weekend's sales tax holiday and back to school.. "All supplies will be tax free that weekend as well as apparel as well as any…
Lauren Alaina cancels performances to mourn the loss of her father
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Lauren Alaina took to social media Wednesday afternoon, July 24, to announce the death of her father, J.J Suddeth. Alaina posted on her…
Groundbreaking held for Fort Oglethorpe youth center
FORT OGLETHORPE, Ga. (WDEF)- A new youth center will soon be coming to Fort Oglethorpe. (more…)
Whale capsizes boat off Portsmouth, New Hampshire in incredible video recorded by teen
RYE, N.H. -- An incredible video captured the moment a whale capsized a boat off the coast of New Hampshire Tuesday, sending two men flying…
East Ridge police officer going home after being struck by car
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF) -- East Ridge police officer, Alan Resendiz, is going home after being hit by a fleeing vehicle earlier this month. He has spent several weeks in the hospital…
Mayor Kelly explains what's behind the new zoning codes for Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF) - Chattanooga's Mayor says an overhaul of zoning codes for the city was three years in the making. Mayor Tim Kelly says the changes should boost his push for more affordable…
Stolen vehicle leads deputies on an early morning pursuit
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Hamilton County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) were involved in a pursuit of a stolen vehicle early this morning. At 4:20 a.m., July 24, HCSO received a tip about a Hyundai Elantra with significant rear-end damage fleeing…
Worker injured on swing ride at Lake Winnie
LAKEVIEW, Georgia (WDEF) - The Georgia Insurance Commission is investigating an incident at Lake Winnie on Tuesday. Park officials say there was an operator issue on the Wave Swinger ride. The Wave Swinger has individual chairs attached to chains that swing…
Hearing held on impact of Georgia abortion law
DECATUR, Ga. (WDEF)- In 2019, Georgia passed House Bill 481, otherwise known as the “Heartbeat Law”. (more…)
River City asking artists for design ideas for Martin Luther King District street banners
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - The River City Company is looking for more artists with ideas for downtown banners. They've been going district by district to replace the banners the city has used to decorate streetscapes. So far, they've refreshed the Southside,…
County holding naming contest for Enterprise South Nature Park disc golf course
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tennessee (WDEF) - Do you have an idea on what to call the new disc golf course at Enterprise South? The course will open to the public at the Nature Park on September 1. So the Hamilton County…
Food City Sponsors Creative Discovery Museum Summer Camps
July 23, Chattanooga, TN — The following is a press release from the Creative Discovery Museum. Creative Discovery Museum (CDM) is excited to announce a new partnership with…
Two suspects arrested in Catoosa County cemetery thefts
RINGGOLD, Georgia (WDEF) - Catoosa County investigators have charged two people in the cemetery thefts during the July 4th week. The Sheriff's Office posted photos of a suspect at the Lakewood Memory Gardens South. They say he was stealing solar…
Tennessee Tourism breaks $30B in visitor spending in 2023, creating a record tax benefit for Tennesseans
Nashville, Tenn. (July 23, 2024) – The following is a press release from the Tennessee Department of Tourist Development. Tennessee tourism generated a record $30.6 billion in…
What's Right With Our Schools: Team Mentoring Incorporated
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) - Summer Camps can be fun, but they are also good places to learn. Team Mentoring Incorporated aims teach kids the skills they need…
Greenway Dog Park Nears Completion: Construction Update
Chattanooga's beloved Greenway Dog Park is getting a makeover. Chattanooga Parks and Outdoors says the park is undergoing renovations and construction to enhance accessibility for all visitors. Those include installing a pathway that meets A-D-A standards and ensuring that all…
UTC Police Gift Electronics to Those Affected by Abuse
At the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, the Police Department is once again stepping up to support victims of domestic abuse and sexual assault. For the third consecutive year, they've partnered with the 911 Cell Phone Bank to collect old…
Chattanooga area reacts to President Biden dropping out of election
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Americans are wondering what is next after President Joe Biden announced Sunday he is dropping out of the 2024 election. (more…)