SODDY DAISY, Tenn. (WDEF) - This morning, around 12:40, a family in Soddy lost not only their home but also their pets in a house fire. Soddy Daisy Fire Department responded to 115 Nale Road on a reported structure…
MAURY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - TBI special agents continue to investigate the circumstances of an officer-involved shooting Sunday morning involving the Maury County Sheriff's Office. The investigation shows that around 3:00 Sunday…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - “No Kings Day” Protest Brings National Movement to Chattanooga. A national protest movement called “No Kings Day” reached Chattanooga on Saturday, drawing…
The Catoosa County Fire Department held a solemn and patriotic flag retirement ceremony today at Fire Station 10 in Fort Oglethorpe, honoring American flags that have become worn, tattered, or faded with time. Dozens of local residents, veterans, firefighters, and…
The Bethlehem Community Center is honoring freedom, unity, and culture through its annual Southside Juneteenth Jubilee, held Saturday in the heart of Chattanooga’s Alton Park neighborhood. The event brought out families from across the community for a day filled with…
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF) Howard High School alumni gathered this weekend to celebrate a major milestone — 160 years of history, impact, and enduring Tiger pride. The celebration took the form of a lively outdoor cookout, where graduates from across the…
CBS: Minnesota state Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband were killed, and state Sen. John Hoffman and his wife were wounded in politically motivated shootings overnight, Gov. Tim Walz said Saturday. Hortman, 55, and her husband were shot in their…
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WDEF) - At the request of 30th Judicial District Attorney General Steve Mulroy, TBI special agents continue to investigate the circumstances of an officer-involved shooting Friday night involving the Memphis…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Bonnaroo 2025 is canceled because of the weather. Just one day after thousands arrived for the start of Bonnaroo in Manchester, TN on Thursday they are now all going to have to go home This…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The annual Battle of the Badges Blood Drive wrapped up another year of friendly competition between the Catoosa and Walker County Sheriff’s Offices, proving once again…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - It’s a hidden piece of Chattanooga’s music history, now stepping into the spotlight. Once a secret recording space known only to insiders, Deadbird Studio has officially opened…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Two different visions of future growth in rural Hamilton County are making their case for what limits should be placed on new housing. (more…)
CHATSWORTH, Ga. (WDEF)- A group of environmental scientists in northwest Georgia say recent test results of forever chemicals in North Georgia have them alarmed. (more…)
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- We spoke with Congressman Chuck Fleischmann on the military operation conducted by Israel against Iran. (more…)
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- CARTA CEO Charles Frazier gave an update on the repair progress of the Incline Railway. (more…)
Anker Innovations is recalling 1.15 million portable chargers after…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A human trafficking investigation in Chattanooga has led to the arrest of two women as part of an undercover operation. On June 9, 2025 law enforcement agencies carried out a targeted operation to crack down…
The Air India plane crash on Thursday is putting a renewed spotlight on Boeing, the manufacturer of the 787-8 Dreamliner aircraft that crashed in the western Indian city of Ahmedabad with 242 passengers and crew on board.…
Brooke Katz with Blood Assurance joins News 12's Amelia Greer to remind the community to donate blood during a critical time this summer. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Blood Assurance needs donations all…
Five people have been found dead and two others are missing in San Antonio, Texas, after heavy rains caused flooding on highways throughout the city, authorities said Thursday. Heavy overnight rains led to water rescue…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - News 12 is recognizing some of the bravest members of our community through the First Responder Hero Award. Whether someone is an EMT, paramedic, firefighter, or…
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF)– The Enterprise Center hosted its summer edition of Basecamp Thursday at the Chattanooga Choo Choo—bringing together job seekers, professionals, and community members for a day of networking, learning, and opportunity. The free event focused on career paths…
Google, OpenAI, Spotify, Amazon Web Services and OpenAI were all down on Thursday after a wide-spread tech outage. Tens of thousands of users reported issues on Downdector.com, a website that tracks outages. A large number…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- An update was provided Thursday on Erlanger Park and its surrounding development in the South Broad District. (more…)