Domestic Violence Survivor: Kimberly Smith's Story
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - For years, Kimberly Smith lived in silence, trapped in a relationship that left her afraid to speak and ashamed to be seen. Today, she stands as…
First-Ever Chattanooga Jazz Festival Brings Music and Community to the Choo Choo
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF) – A new sound filled the Chattanooga Choo Choo this past weekend as the city hosted its first-ever Chattanooga Jazz Festival. The free, all-day event took place Sunday, transforming Station Street with the vibrant sounds of jazz,…
Senator Bo Watson Kicks Off Re-election Campaign at All-American Bash
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF) – More than 350 guests, including local and regional GOP members, gathered tonight to celebrate Tennessee’s Grand Old Party at Senator Bo Watson’s All-American Bash. Watson hosted the event, bringing together Republican leaders from across the state. During…
Gang investigator testifies as evidence builds in Andre Grier Murder Trial
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The murder trial of Andre Grier continued Saturday, October 25, inside the Hamilton County Courthouse as prosecutors worked to connect…
FBI special agents analyze evidence on day four of the Andre Grier trial
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Friday was day four of the Andre Grier Trial. (more…)
Bloodanooga returns to UTC as Blood Assurance is facing a critical platelet shortage
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC) and Blood Assurance are preparing for the fall Bloodanooga blood drive, though Blood Assurance states that…
Alabama executes inmate with nitrogen gas for 1993 murder over $200 drug debt
An Alabama man convicted of helping to burn a man alive in 1993 over a $200 drug debt was executed by nitrogen gas on Thursday. Anthony Boyd, 54, was pronounced dead at…
Athens City council member resigns after 23 years of service
ATHENS, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Athens City Council has announced the resignation of Dr. Dick Pelley after 23 years of service. His resignation occurred after the special…
CPI report shows inflation continued to climb in September, although at a cooler pace than forecast
The Consumer Price Index climbed at an annual rate of 3% in September, coming in below economists' forecasts as the impact of President Trump's tariffs remain muted. Economists polled by financial data firm…
UTC police searching for attempted robbery suspect
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC) Police say they're looking for a suspect following an attempted robbery last night. They say a male student was attacked walking on McCallie Avenue shortly before 2 a-m near…
Property tax increase proposed by Whitfield County Board of Commissioners
WHITFIELD COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) -- The Whitfield County Board of Commissioners have announced a proposed property tax increase. They say it would be roughly 23 percent higher than the rollback millage rate. The commissioners say…
McMinn County Director of Schools, Dr. Julie Goodin, has passed away
MCMINN COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- McMinn County Schools has announced that Director of Schools Dr. Julie Goodin has unexpectedly passed away. Dr. Goodin had taken over leadership of…
Save a life and protect the environment with proper drug disposal
Hannah Dalton joins News 12's Amelia Greer to remind nearby communities about National Prescription Drug Take Back Day and local efforts to keep drugs out of the wrong hands. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn.…
Prosecutors focus on van they believed was used in 2016 Chattanooga murder trial
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Andre Grier murder trial continued into Day 3. (more…)
Chattanooga police make additional arrests in connection to 2020 double homicide
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Chattanooga Police have made two additional arrests in connection to two homicides that happened almost 5…
Bledsoe County traffic stop results in drug trafficking arrest
BLEDSOE COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Bledsoe County Sheriff's Office (BCSO) conducted a traffic stop on October 21 in the Big Springs Gap Road area, resulting in an…
Chattanooga house fire quickly contained before it could spread
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Chattanooga Fire Department (CFD) swiftly extinguished a blaze at a residence on the 600 block of Watts Avenue this morning. CFD responded to…
12 kilograms of cocaine found during traffic stop in Whitfield County
WHITFIELD COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) -- The Whitfield County Sheriff's Office (WCSO) conducted a traffic stop on I-75 in Whitfield County, resulting in 12 kilograms of cocaine…
East Ridge City Manager J. Scott Miller retiring after 45 years of public service
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The City of East Ridge has announced that City Manager J. Scott Miller will retire in January 2026, following…
Early morning apartment fire leaves several residents displaced
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Numerous residents are displaced following a fire Thursday morning in East Ridge. The fire occurred shortly before 5…
Local non-profit helps break the cycle of malnutrition in Haiti
Kathryn Bolles and Dr. Anany Prosper with CNP Haiti join News 12's Amelia Greer to remind the public of the importance of this Chattanooga non-profit. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -…
UAW 'practices' strike as some Volkswagen workers ask for a vote
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Commissioner Jeff Eversole held a press conference Wednesday, October 22nd, encouraging the UAW to bring Volkswagen’s final offer to a vote. Although the UAW does not approve of the final offer. Jeff Eversole is the…
Day two of Andre Grier trial raises questions about witness intimidation
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The murder trial of Andre Grier continued into day two Wednesday.…
Chattanooga Launches Recycling Pilot Programs
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The City of Chattanooga has launched two new recycling pilot programs aimed at reducing landfill waste and improving sustainability. In partnership with NewTerra Composting and Overlooked Materials,…
