McMinn deputy involved in a gunfight, suspect now in custody
MCMINN COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Authorities have arrested a McMinn County man after engaging in a gunfire with a deputy Monday evening. On July 28, 2025,…
Officials urge precautions as temperatures soar
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Dangerously high temperatures are settling in across the Tennessee Valley. Emergency officials are urging the public to take precautions. The Hamilton County Emergency Services say the…
EXCLUSIVE: Local K9 Teams head to Texas to help with flood recovery
RHEA COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - This evening, in a News 12 exclusive, we are hearing from two local K9 teams who have been selected…
"Kite" at center of Bianca Horton murder case hearing
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A former Chattanooga gang member charged with first degree murder in a 2016 murder was back in court Monday. (more…)
Gov. Bill Lee announces The Boring Company’s project linking downtown Nashville to BNA
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Traveling from the heart of downtown Nashville to the Nashville International Airport might become a lot easier. Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced that The Boring Company is planning…
What's Right With Our Schools: Cleveland High Aviation Grant
CLEVELAND, TN (WDEF) -- TDOT has awarded $22,000 to Cleveland High School's Aviation Program. The money will go be used to prepare future pilots, engineers and aerospace…
New artificial turf to be installed at some Camp Jordan fields amid opposition
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF) -- New artificial turf was approved for the fields at Camp Jordan in East Ridge, but not without controversy.…
Chattanooga agencies push for multi-use greenway in I-24 expansion plans
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Local organizations are pitching the idea to add a multi-use greenway system to the side of I-24. The Chattanooga Department of Transportation (CDOT), Chattanooga Parks and Outdoors (CPO), Outdoor Chattanooga, and Lookout Valley Greenway…
Swiftwater training turns real as rescuers save stranded kayakers in Reliance
RELIANCE, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Hamilton County personnel taking part in Swiftwater Rescue Training in Reliance got a chance to put their skills to the test…
Former North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper running for Senate
Former North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper announced he's running for Senate Monday, in a bid to succeed retiring GOP Sen. Thom Tillis, who was up for reelection in 2026 and recently said he'd retire at…
National Weather Service issues heat advisory as heat index nears 110
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Just when you thought it couldn’t get any hotter, think again. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Morristown has issued a heat advisory from 12:00 p.m. Monday, July 28, 2025…
Scottsboro manhunt ends in arrest after officer shot during pursuit
SCOTTSBORO, Al. (WDEF) -- A man was arrested in Scottsboro over the weekend after he allegedly shot an officer and evaded authorities for almost an entire day. On…
HCS hosts their 8th annual Back to School Bash this weekend
Kate Skonberg with HCS joins News 12's Amelia Greer to preview their 8th annual Back to School Bash for students and families. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The first day of school is…
Apple Simplifies Family Connection
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - As families gear up for a new school year, many are turning to technology to help keep things running smoothly at home and in the classroom. This week,…
Lake Winnie Awarded Historic Plaque
ROSSVILLE, GA. (WDEF) - Lake Winnepesaukah just earned a national honor. On Sunday, July 27th, the National Amusement Park Historical Association presented the Chattanooga-area amusement park with a commemorative plaque recognizing…
Better Together is back in Hamilton County
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The initiative brings schools, families, and volunteers together to create safe and welcoming spaces just in time for the new school year. At Calvin Donaldson…
Pack the Bus helps everyone prepare for the school year
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - Pack the Bus was in full swing this weekend, where volunteers came together to collect school supplies for local students in…
Mutts on the Mountain Foster hosts adoption day
SIGNAL MOUNTAIN, Tenn. (WDEF) - A splash of fun and a chance to find a forever friend brought smiles to the Signal Mountain Town Pool this weekend. Some…
Vacant house fire in Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Early this morning, 911 received reports of a burning residence, on the 4100 block of forest acres. According to the CPD, when arriving on scene, they found it was a vacant Chattanooga home. Crews found…
The Walker County African American Museum ribbon cutting Ceremony
LAFAYETTE, Ga. (WDEF) - A special celebration took place in Walker County today as community members gathered to honor the past and inspire the future. A…
Experts Warn of Rising Myopia in Kids
WDEF- As summer sets in, eye care experts are raising red flags about a growing issue that's affecting children more than ever—myopia, or nearsightedness. With kids spending more time on screens and less time outside, pediatric optometrists across the country…
Community Gathers in Cleveland to Stand Against Domestic Violence
Clevland,TN (WDEF)- Inside Redemption to the Nations Church on Saturday, people from across Bradley County gathered for one purpose — to stand against domestic violence and support survivors. The Bradley County Sheriff’s Office hosted a first-of-its-kind Domestic Violence and Abuse…
Chattanooga marks 35th anniversary of Americans with Disabilities Act passage
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- 35 years ago this weekend, President George H.W. Bush signed the Americans with Disabilities Act into law. (more…)
Heart Hub unveiled at Glenwood Community Center
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Those who frequent the Glenwood Community Center will have a new resource to check their health. (more…)