CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - One student has been charged after a fight at The Howard School on Friday. Hamilton County Sheriff's officials say six students began fighting this morning. They say one of them pulled a knife. That student has been…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Chattanooga Mayor Tim Kelly has released an updated property tax rate proposal to raise money for first responder pay. (more…)
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tennessee (WDEF) - The discrepancy between pay rates for the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office and Chattanooga Police is about to get worse. Chattanooga is debating a tax hike to give fire and police a pay raise. The city's…
MARION COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)- A man has been arrested after authorities say he burned his dead father's body. (more…)
VARNELL, Ga. (WDEF) - News 12 is recognizing some of the bravest members of our community through the First Responders Hero Award. Whether someone is an EMT, paramedic,…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Historic flash flooding on Tuesday evening left four dead…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A new report from River City Company shows downtown Chattanooga thriving across retail, office, hospitality, and residential sectors. Over the past year, 23 new businesses have opened, from shops…
FORT OGLETHORPE, GA. (WDEF) - Two days after heavy flooding in Catoosa County, local organizations and volunteers are still helping families recover. More than 100 residents from The Crossings and Fountain Brooks…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Developers say that Erlanger Park is still on schedule to open next April. (more…)
Chattanooga, Tenn. (WDEF) - Chattanooga firefighters were busy this morning dealing with a hazardous materials call. It happened in the 1800 block of Southern Street at around 8:45. Firefighters say there was a small hazmat spill involving nitric acid at…
BENTON, Tennessee (WDEF) - Several agencies helped capture a fugitive in Polk County, Tennessee. Harley Golden has affiliations with the Aryan Brotherhood gang. He was wanted for Assault, attempted murder, a gun charge and cruelty to animals out of Fannin…
(WDEF)- Early mornings, packed schedules, and endless to-do lists — sound familiar? For many parents and families, juggling daily responsibilities can feel overwhelming. And for those managing ADHD, the pressure…
Eric Tidmore with 1% Lists joins News 12's Amelia Greer to remind home buyers and sellers the incredible offers through their brokerage. The 1% listing fee sets them apart from…
Mackenzie Steele with the Creative Discovery Museum joins News 12's Amelia Greer to remind parents and families of the museum's back to school activities. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - It's back to…
Alison Pryor with the Tennessee Aquarium joins News 12's Amelia Greer as school gets back into session and more events pop up for the month of August. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -…
The bumper of a car that was crushed by a tree on South Moore Road late Tuesday night, where a young…
SODDY DAISY, Tenn. (WDEF) - A proposed asphalt plant has drawn strong opposition from residents, who said there was no hardship or valid reason for its location. The developer explained why…
FORT OGLETHORPE, GA. (WDEF) - Dozens of residents were rescued from flooded homes after storms dropped several inches of rain late Tuesday, causing widespread water damage across parts of Catoosa County.…
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF)- Hamilton County leaders are preparing to vote on Plan Hamilton, a proposal aimed at managing growth in rural and residential areas. The plan, which has drawn input from commissioners, developers, and residents, seeks to balance development while…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Officials have now identified the three people killed by a falling tree during the storm last night. Officials say a large tree fell across an SUV on South Moore Road just before midnight. Fire department crews found…
Click to view other businesses at Destination: Ocoee. OCOEE, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Polk County is a mecca for white water rafting, hiking, and outdoor activities. The Polk County Chamber…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Officials have recovered the body of a man who was swept away by floodwaters last night. It happened off East Brainerd Road. Officials believe he took off running and mistakenly ran into a flooded creek. Firefighters quickly…
EAST RIDGE, Tennessee (WDEF) - As government officials assess damage from Tuesday's flash flooding, the city of East Ridge encourages victims to get busy. They want you to report your damage quickly to your insurance. Here is the message: Official…
CHICKAMAUGA, Georgia (WDEF) - North Georgia officials have begun work on the Chickamauga Battlefield Connector Trail. It is a multi-use trail just over two miles long that connects the city of Chickamauga to the Battlefield. It will be used by both…