TVA releases economic storm data from Hurricane Helene
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- More than a month has past since Hurricane Helene swept through Western Carolinas and Northeast Tennessee. It was reported well over 220 people were…
Secretary of State reminds voters of Election Day Hotline
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Tennessee's Secretary of State, Tre Hargett, wants to remind voters of the Election Day Hotline ahead of tomorrow. Voters can call the Election Day Hotline at 1-877-850-4959 or text "TN" to 45995. These call or text…
Man arrested for trafficking fentanyl in Cherokee County
CHEROKEE COUNTY, Nc. (WDEF) -- A man from Asheville was arrested for trafficking fentanyl in Cherokee County. The Cherokee County Sheriff's Office's (CCSO) Narcotics Unit reported they arrested and charged Kwantez Marquis Tobe…
The Head of the Hooch is in Chattanooga this weekend
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Head of the Hooch event is back again, with over 2,000+ boats in the water, and 9,000 seats being rowed. The Head…
The Head of the Hooch
Body: CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Trailing all the way back to 1982, The Head of the Hooch regatta has continued to bring thousands of competitors from over 30 states and several foreign countries…
The Salvation Army of Chattanooga hosted their Job Fair
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Salvation Army of Chattanooga hosted their Job Fair today that gave job seekers will have the opportunity to meet with a variety…
The Stocking Full of Love program for the 2024 holiday season
CATOOSA COUNT, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Catoosa County Sheriff's Office is excited to announce the continuation of the program for the 2024 holiday season. This program's goals are to spread joy to children and their families in need, across Catoosa…
Monroe County murder suspect believed to be in South Carolina
MONROE COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)- There is an update to a manhunt for a fugitive wanted for first degree murder in Monroe County. (more…)
Kitchen Incubator opens new patio
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A non-profit that helps entrepreneurs in our community unveiled a new resource Friday. (more…)
GBI & Walker Co. Sheriff's Office investigating Halloween homicide
WALKER COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) -- The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) and Walker County Sheriff's Office detectives are investigating a homicide that occurred late Thursday night. …
Health experts reminded folks of time change this weekend
CHATTANOOGA,Tenn. (WDEF)- Time is of the essence this weekend. Health experts are reminding folks to set those clocks back as Daylight saving time is coming to an end. "Our body clock will say it is five o'clock go home. It is…
Chattanooga named "Friendliest City in the U.S."
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Conde’ Nast Traveler has named the City of Chattanooga, the "Friendliest City in the U.S." Conde’ Nast Traveler is a Readers’ Choice Award focusing on where tourists feel most welcome when they travel. “We’ve always…
81-year-old male dies from injuries after weekend fire
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- An 81-year-old man died from injuries sustained from a fire over the weekend. The Chattanooga Fire Department (CFD) was dispatched to a commercial fire…
Food City collects over $2 million for flood victims
NORTHEAST, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Food City and the Eastman Foundation presented a check worth $2,131,703.37 to the United Ways…
Grundy Co. Sheriff's Office searching for thefts caught on camera
GRUNDY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Grundy County Sheriff's Office (GCSO) is asking for the public's help in identifying thieves that were caught on camera. [caption…
Federal plea deal over gun and pipe bomb conviction in Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - A Chattanooga man has been sentenced in federal court this morning on charges of making illegal explosives. 41 year old Anthony Christopher Lively pleaded guilty to possession of an unregistered firearm silencer and unregistered destructive devices. Law enforcement…
Abigail Hawk previews behind the scenes of the last season of "Blue Bloods"
CBS star, Abigail Hawk, joins News 12's Chip Chapman to discuss her career on TV, working with Tom Selleck, and her latest upcoming film. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Blue Bloods actress, Abigail…
Annual Halloween block party in Cleveland
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Hundreds of people gathered together to enjoy the 37th annual Mainstreet Downtown Halloween Block Party that took place in Cleveland this year. The town of Cleveland was transformed into…
Walden alderman race centered on future growth debate
WALDEN, Tenn. (WDEF)- In Walden, a debate about how that town should grow is at the center of a tightly contested…
District 27 race heating up
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)- One local state house race is heating up before Election Day. (more…)
HCSO uses PIT Maneuver to assist in arrest
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Hamilton County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) had to use a PIT Maneuver today to aid in arresting a suspect with outstanding warrants. Thursday, October 31, 2024, HCSO detectives spotted Edward Anthony White driving a white…
Early Voting ends Thursday in Tennessee
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)-As Election Day is only 5 days away. Voters in both Bradley and Hamilton County showed up in big numbers on the last day of early voting in Tennessee. "Everyone is lingering literally on what's about to…
Chattanooga secures funding for transit development
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) has awarded $630,000 to the Chattanooga Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA). This funding will support a transit-oriented development (TOD) planning project along the Brainerd Road/Lee Highway corridor. With an additional $157,500…
Take a look at Parkridge babies dressed for Halloween
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Some Chattanoogans are celebrating their very first Halloween today. The folks at Parkridge East Hospital shared these photos of their newest babies. "These little bundles are bringing joy and heartwarming moments to all with their…