Wreaths across Chattanooga kicks off 2024 campaign
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- An annual tradition to honor those who served our country who are laid to rest this Christmas…
Port strike reaction
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)– A port strike along the east and gulf coast is worrying citizens as it could become one of America's most disruptive work stoppages in recent times. We spoke with individuals…
Dread Hollow promises even more scares than the year before
Todd Patton and Josh Philpott join News 12's Chip Chapman to preview this scary season's Dead Hollow. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Dread Hollow returns with a promise of a bigger and more…
Overturned semi-truck causes I-24 E shutdown
UPDATE AS OF 7:53 A.M.- The two lanes are blocked with one lane of traffic open. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - An overturned semi-truck causes I-24 Eastbound to shut down on Friday morning. A semi-truck overturned near Moccasin Bend causing traffic…
Dave Staley honored with state proclamation
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Officials discuss government response to Helene
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- There are now over two hundred deaths from Hurricane Helene across the Southeast. (more…)
TVA holds meeting to discuss future plans
The T-V-A has begun their open comment process on a draft plan for the future. The draft of the 20-25 Integrated Resources Plan is the topic of discussion for…
Chattanooga welcomes new fire station to Eastdale
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Community members came together this evening to celebrate the opening of Fire Station 15 in Eastdale . Chattanooga’s new Fire stations will provide service to community…
White Oak Bicycle Co-Op needs more bike donations
HAMILTON COUNTY,Tenn. (WDEF)- White Oak Bicycle Co-Op is well on its way to distributing more than 700 bikes in 2024. “We have given away 516 bikes this year…
Chattanooga Skydiving Company brings supplies to flood victims
Chattanooga Skydiving flew relief supplies to northeast Tennessee. They loaded up the plane with water and cleaning supplies for flood victims in Elizabethton. From there, helicopters will deliver the aide to remote locations that can’t be reached by…
Chattanooga Police recover 10,000 fentanyl pills during search warrant
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Chattanooga Police (CPD) uncovered a significant amount of drug paraphernalia and firearms after conducting a search warrant. On October 2, 2024, the CPD Gun Team, SWAT, Narcotics…
Dalton Police investigating truck theft
DALTON, Ga. (WDEF) -- The Dalton Police Department (DPD) is asking the public to help them identify a man who stole a pickup truck. The suspect stole the vehicle in the…
Cleveland High School student earns world champion saddlebred exhibitor
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A junior at Cleveland High School earned world champion status at a horse show in Louisville, Kentucky. Pearson Waller won the Junior Exhibitor Five-Gaited class…
Two hospitalized after vehicle crash on Standifer Gap Road
The Tri-Community Volunteer Fire Department responded to an accident on Standifer Gap Road last night. Standifer Gap Vehicle Crash / Tri-Community Volunteer Fire…
The Barn Nursery delivers trailer of donations for Hurricane Helene relief
Cole Webster from The Barn Nursery joins News 12's Chip Chapman as he talks about donating supplies and aiding in relief efforts to Hurricane Helene victims. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Now…
Twiggy, the water skiing squirrel, splashes her way to the Fried Pickle Festival
Shannon Wright joins News 12's Amelia Greer to preview the Fried Pickle Festival and brought some friends, "Twiggy the Water Skiing Squirrel." DALTON, Ga. (WDEF) - The Fried Pickle Festival promises…
ODDtober at the Tennessee Aquarium
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF)- Things are getting spooky around the Tennessee Aquarium during ODDtober. This is a month-long celebration of strange creatures from around the world and in our own backyard. Some events you can plan to…
Tennessee halts new psychiatric hospital at Moccasin Bend
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Moccasin Bend’s plans for a new facility to replace the Moccasin Bend Mental Health Institute (MBMHI) have been halted as Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee has…
CARTA proposes increase in parking ticket fines
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Will the penalty for not paying for parking in downtown Chattanooga become more expensive? (more…)
More relief for Helene victims across Tennessee Valley
SODDY-DAISY, Tenn. (WDEF)- We are hearing about how the Tennessee Valley is continuing to show support for victims of Hurricane Helene. (more…)
CHI Memorial kicks off invest campaign towards patient care
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- CHI Memorial has kicked off its "Invest in the Best" capital campaign. This multi-million dollar campaign is designed to enhance patient care and technology. …
Parkridge East Hospital celebrates 50 years in service
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)- Parkridge East Hospital is celebrating 50 years serving the Chattanooga area. “I like to believe that the folks who originally planned this hospital 50…
UTC fraternity under investigation after two members were burned
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- We still don’t have details yet on how two UTC fraternity members got burned last week. The national Kappa Sigma Fraternity has suspended the local chapter pending an investigation. The…
Fishing tournament moves from GA to Spring City due to Helene
SPRING CITY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A new fishing tournament is moving to Watts Bar lake due to impacts from Hurricane Helene. The Major League Fishing event was scheduled to be held at Clarks Hill Lake. The Lake is on the…