CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A unique event is drawing nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers to Reflection Riding Arboretum and Nature Center. Owl Odyssey is an event that offers participants the chance to connect with…
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CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- New Year’s Day looks like the next blast of cold weather for the Tennessee Valley… especially with the huge differences in weather across the News 12 Viewing area. “The people who live on these mountains around here…
PRESS RELEASE from the Chattanooga Department of Public Works Chattanooga, Tenn. (December 26, 2024) - Chattanooga Department of Public Works is collecting live Christmas trees at all five of their Recycle Centers throughout the city. City residents can drop off their…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Parkridge Medical Center looks to spread holiday cheer as they give back to children of all ages on Christmas. "We come in super early before the kids wake up, we got here and started putting out the…
Around 12:18 p.m. on Tuesday, December 24th, Chattanooga Police responded to a call about a man with a knife in the 7800 block of East Brainerd Road. When officers tried to make contact with the man, later identified as Roberto…
CHATTANOOGA. Tenn. (WDEF)- Travelers have been on the move all Christmas Eve trying to reach their loved ones across the country. (more…)
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- An officer involved shooting occurred on East Brainerd Road this afternoon. The incident occurred at the 7700 block of East Brainerd Road at 12:18 p.m, December 24, 2024. The Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) stated that…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Triple A says they are providing a free service this holiday season if you find yourself in a tricky situation. Starting at 6:00 p.m. today, and lasting through January 2, 2024 they are offering the 'Tow…
Last January in Georgia, Fulton County Chairman Robb Pitts found himself in a showdown staring at criminals he couldn't see. The county was under a ransomware attack; the effects were widespread. "Everything. Things you take for…
ABINGDON, Virginia (WDEF) -- Food City has reached a settlement with the federal government related to their dispensing of opioids. The Department of Justice (DOJ)…
BY ASSOCIATED PRESS American Airlines briefly grounded flights nationwide Tuesday due to a technical issue just as the Christmas travel season kicks into high gear. American…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A bakery on Main Street…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- CARTA has provided an update on the reconstruction updates to the Incline Railway. (more…)
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) - A wonderful holiday tradition returned this year. Christmas at the Courthouse is always a hit. The Ooltewah Concert Choir put…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- EPB aims to assist residents and lower heating costs ahead of the winter weather. "A few tips we have is that we do recommend that you…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- CDOT has announced the closure of two roadways. Signal Mountain Road Exit 127 Northbound will be closed. Pineville Road all the way to Moccasin Bend WasteWater Treatment Plant will also be closed. These two roadways…
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Hamilton County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) arrested 4 juveniles in part of their 'Operation Sleigh Overwatch' December 21, 2024. Deputies assisted…
NEW YORK -- Luigi Mangione pleaded not guilty in a New York courtroom Monday to state charges in the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson…
MCMINN COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Two individuals are facing charges in McMinn, Bradley, and Hamilton Counties after being involved in porch pirating incidents. [caption id="attachment_1882249" align="alignright"…
RHEA COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A drone and K-9 deputy helped track down drug suspects in Rhea County Saturday, December 21, 2024. The Sheriff's Office responded…
UPDATE (12/23/2024): The roadway has reopened. UPDATE (12/23/2024): The water main break at an intersection on Shallowford Road is…
Herman’s Restaurant on Brainerd Road hosted the Just 4 U Toy Drive, and the excitement soared as Santa made a spectacular entrance. It wasn’t your typical holiday event—this year, Santa traded his sleigh for a helicopter and flew in with…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Early this morning, a car crashed into the patio of Niedlov’s Bakery & Cafe in Chattanooga. The incident occurred on the East Main Street eatery’s patio…