Storm that could become Hurricane Helene forecast to rapidly intensify on its way to Florida's Gulf Coast
The Gulf Coast is…
Multiple people injured in Highway 127 wreck near Crossville
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A police chase ended in a car crash on the morning of September 23, 2024, near Crossville. Crossville Fire and Rescue (CFR) reported the crash occurred at a Circle K on Highway 127, around 7:30…
Free COVID-19 tests are back for fall 2024. Here's how to get them.
As cases of a new COVID-19 variant tick upward across the U.S., the federal government is again offering Americans free at-home COVID-19 test kits. Individuals and households can begin ordering the test kits later this month, on the…
Rhea County man arrested for drugs after hotel room search
RHEA COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A man in Rhea County was arrested on drug charges after a hotel room search. Rhea County Sheriff's Office (RCSO) posted on Facebook that their deputies executed a search…
Two arrested after early morning Soddy Daisy Pursuit
SODDY DAISY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Two individuals have been arrested after an early morning pursuit in Soddy Daisy. The Hamilton County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) reported that in the early morning…
Salvation Army begins accepting donations for holidays
News 12 This Morning: Major Douglas McClure with the Salvation Army joins News 12's Amelia Greer in preparation of the busy holiday season fast approaching. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - It might…
Search underway for suspects in Alabama mass shooting that killed 4 and injured 17
By KIM CHANDLER Associated Press BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) — Authorities have reported no immediate arrests after a weekend mass shooting killed four people and left 17 others injured in what police described as a targeted “hit” by multiple shooters who opened…
Family Justice Center discusses future
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Hamilton County Chattanooga Family Justice Center discussed their…
Tennessee vs Oklahoma Will Feature Clash of Highly Recruited Quarterbacks
NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — A pair of five-star quarterbacks from the 2023 class will face off when Tennessee’s Nico Iamaleava and Oklahoma’s Jackson Arnold lead their teams on Saturday night. Iamaleava was ranked No. 1 in the On3 quarterback rankings…
United Way of Greater Chattanooga host Day of Caring
CHATTANOOGA,Tenn. (WDEF)- The United Way of Greater Chattanooga hosted its annual Day of Caring at Reflection Riding on Friday. "Today, reflection riding is a part of United…
Two juveniles arrested in connection to Lillian Lane homicide
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Chattanooga Police released they've arrested two juveniles in connection to the homicide that occurred in the 1400 Lillian Lane September 11. While conducting…
Georgia State Election Board approves rule requiring hand count of ballots
By KATE BRUMBACK Associated Press Abstract: Georgia election officials are requiring poll workers to tally the number of ballots by hand. The State Election Board voted 3-2 on Friday to approve the new rule, going against the advice of the…
Disney on Ice returns to Chattanooga for first time in six years
News 12 This Morning: John Stuart with Disney on Ice joins News 12's Amelia Greer to give viewers a sneak peek of some magic coming to McKenzie Arena. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)…
Federal Reserve lowers interest rate
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Federal Reserve made a big announcement that could affect your bank account. (more…)
Meigs County judge at center of federal lawsuit
DECATUR, Tenn. (WDEF)- A Meigs County judge is at the center of a federal lawsuit. (more…)
UTC's College of Business receives funding for new research center
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- UTC’s Gary Rollins College of Business has been awarded more than 3 million dollars for their new Research Center. "We have worked with…
Search for suspect in Kentucky highway shooting ends with discovery of body believed to be his
FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — A body found in rural southeastern Kentucky is believed to be the man suspected of shooting and wounding five people on an interstate highway, authorities said Wednesday night. The search ended with two private sleuths joining…
Dalewood Middle School student arrested after voicing threat
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A Dalewood Middle School student has been arrested after voicing a threat of mass violence. The School Resource Deputy (SRD) assigned to Dalewood…
Ooltewah student killed in Snow Hill Road crash
UPDATE (September 19, 2024, 4:05 p.m.) -- More details have been released about the fatal crash on Snow Hill Road. The Hamilton County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) released that…
Pine Hill Road at Lee Highway in Collegedale closed for now
COLLEGEDALE, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The intersection at Pine Hill Road and Lee Highway is closed until further notice. The Collegedale Police Department (CPD) reported that the roadway in the 10600 block of Pine Hill Road has progressive erosion. This has…
Man arrested on drug charges in Rhea County
RHEA COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A man was recently arrested on drug charges in Rhea County. The Rhea County Sheriff's Department (RCSO) posted on Facebook that this arrest came after executing a search warrant.…
Chattanooga Police respond to South Beech Street shooting
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) responded to a person shot call on South Beech Street last night. At 11:45 p.m., CPD reported officers were…
Grundy County man arrested for local armed robbery
GRUNDY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A Grundy County man has been arrested after committing an armed robbery. September 17, 2024 at 6:05…