Hamilton County sells health department building to Erlanger; to relocate to Engel Stadium site
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)-The future of the Hamilton County Health Department was announced this morning. (more…)
Chattanooga's 4th Street to receive beautification
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- It took 8 years and three different government entities… "This is a gateway groundbreaking for the first of what will probably be many TDOT projects across the…
Golden Apple Award: Andrew Barnett, St. Jude
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) - Teaching second graders can be extremely challenging and extremely rewarding. Andrew Barnett meets that challenge every day at St. Jude Elementary School in Chattanooga. We spent…
South Chickamauga Creek Greenway closing for wastewater improvements
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The South Chickamauga Creek Greenway will soon be closed temporarily for wastewater improvements. The City of East Ridge said they were notified by…
Three sentenced to life for Fort Oglethorpe murder
LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN, Ga. (WDEF) -- The Lookout Mountain Judicial Circuit Superior Court sentenced three individuals to life in prison for murder. Keishann Rowe, Keonte Ragland, and Deonna Ragland,…
Drury Hotels opens first location in Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Drury Hotels Company has opened the Drury Plaza Hotel Chattanooga Hamilton Place, marking the company’s fifth location in the state. The new hotel, located off…
David Beg-Knows Chattanooga and gives his own story
CBS' David Begnaud shares his own story of becoming a well-known journalist with News 12's Chip Chapman. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - CBS' David Begnaud was sent to Chattanooga to find a story…
Collegedale Police Officer Enoch Hurd Dies After Off-duty Motocycle Accident
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - A police officer injured earlier this month in an off-duty motorcycle accident in North Carolina has died. He was escorted home this past Sunday. 52-year-old Corporal Enoch Hurd died this…
Honoring First Responders: A Day to Recognize Bravery and Commitment
October 28th is National First Responders Day; this is a time to recognize the dedication and bravery of those who serve our communities in emergencies. These…
“Clerk’s Property Office” scam going around Hamilton County
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Hamilton County residents need to be on the lookout for a potential scam. Hamilton County Register of Deeds Marc Gravitt issued a warning to county residents about deceptive letters sent…
Walking Pneumonia on the rise in Children
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)- Health Experts are seeing a surge in Pediatric walking pneumonia in Hamilton County. "It's circulating in our community, and it is also circulating nationwide. I…
Last week of early voting is underway in Tennessee and Georgia
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- We have reached the last week of early voting in our area. (more…)
Mayor blasts potential water rate increase
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Chattanooga Mayor Tim Kelly…
David Begnaud comes to the scenic city for 'Beg-Knows America'
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A national reporter stopped in Chattanooga to find a story. David Begnaud was given 48 hours to find a story in the scenic city for the CBS Mornings segment, "Beg-Knows America." Begnaud sat on the Walnut…
Man indicted on multiple charges of child sex abuse
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - A Hamilton County grand jury has indicted a man on multiple child sex abuse charges. 25-year old Alex Daniel Morales was arrested on Friday. He faces 10 counts of Especially Aggravated Sexual Exploitation of a Minor. And then…
Erlanger's Children's Hospital welcomes first female CEO & VP
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Erlanger's Children's Hospital has introduced its first ever female CEO and Vice President. Deborah Spielman officially stepped into her…
What's Right With Our Schools: Erlanger Clinic at Howard School
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) - Attendance plays a crucial role in a student's academic success. That starts with keeping kids healthy. Howard School is home to a new clinic…
Signal Mountain's 'The Pizza Place' closing for good
SIGNAL MOUNTAIN, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Signal Mountain's own 'The Pizza Place' is set to close for good at the end of this month. The restaurant has been a local favorite for…
One arrested after attempted robbery of Smoking Joe Tobacco Shop
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Hamilton County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) made an arrest after an attempted robbery of the Smoking Joe Tobacco Shop on Hixson Pike. HCSO arrested John Todd Sem in…
Chattanooga Zoo announces themes for Asian Lantern Festival
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Chattanooga Zoo has announced the themes for their annual Asian Lantern Festival this winter. Hundreds of hand-crafted lanterns will be displayed throughout the festival. Patrons…
Winter of Curves Fashion Show heads to The Colonnade Sunday
News 12 This Morning: Event curator Latasha Addison joins News 12's Amelia Greer to preview a special fashion show on its way to Ringgold this Sunday. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)…
The History of Jewish Hate Symposium was held in Chattanooga this week
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The History of Jewish Hate Symposium is brought to the community by the Jewish Federation of Greater Chattanooga. Today we visited the…
Brandon and Whitney Cawood share their documentary "To Dye For"
DALTON, Ga. (WDEF)- Today we met with Brandon Cawood and his wife, Whitney, and their two beautiful children to discuss their new documentary, "To Dye For."…
The Howard School Trunk or Treat
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - The Howard School located just off Market Street hosted their Trunk or Treat event this weekend next to their football field. The afternoon was full of fun for all…