Person shot following robbery on Scruggs Street
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF)– The Chattanooga Police Department is investigating a robbery Monday evening that resulted in one person being shot. (more…)
The Salvation Army's holiday campaigns kick off on Thursday
Major Douglas McClure joins News 12's Amelia Greer as the holiday season kicks off in Chattanooga. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The season of giving is here and The Salvation Army will…
Strut your stuff on Thanksgiving with the 13th annual Stuffing Strut 5K
Amy Katcher returns to her old stomping grounds to remind viewers of the upcoming turkey day 5K! CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Stuffing Strut 5K returns for its 13th year on Thanksgiving…
Dick Cheney, one of the most powerful and polarizing vice presidents in US history, dies at 84
ASSOCIATED PRESS By CALVIN WOODWARD WASHINGTON (AP) — Dick Cheney, the hard-charging conservative who became one of the most powerful and polarizing vice presidents in U.S. history and a leading advocate for the invasion of…
Regional Health Council addresses community health and wellness
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Hamilton County Health Department hosted its monthly Regional Health Council meeting today. Each month, community leaders gather to discuss local health and safety…
Early detection and prevention for Alzheimer's disease
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Both June and November are recognized for Alzheimer’s Awareness, symbolizing the changing solstices and the light families continue to seek through the disease. News 12…
What's Right With Our Schools: Chattanooga Woodworking Academy
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) - With A-I disrupting a wide range of businesses, the trades are becoming more attractive to young people. The Chattanooga Woodworking Academy lets students progress…
Hamilton County Residents Attend LIHEAP Drive-Thru at City Hall Midtown
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF)- Hamilton County residents stopped by City Hall Midtown this week for a drive-thru event hosted by the Office of Family Empowerment. The event…
Hamilton County to not participate in Northgate Mall TIF District after city fails to inform them of proposal
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Hamilton County will not participate in the Northgate Mall tax increment financing proposal. (more…)
Hamilton County debuts state’s first Overdose Prevention Team
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp, Hamilton County EMS, and Hamilton County Health & Social Services today announced the official rollout of the Overdose…
Pet of the Week: Letti Spaghetti
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Meet News 12's Pet of the Week: Letti Spaghetti! Letti Spaghetti is 7 months old with a big heart. She is cuddly and friendly. She…
Catoosa County Sheriff's Office announces Stocking Full of Love program
RINGGOLD, Ga. (WDEF) -- The Catoosa County Sheriff's Office has announced the continuation of the Stocking Full of Love program for the 2025 holiday season. Now entering its 30+ year tradition, the program is dedicated to bringing Christmas joy to…
China denies Trump's claim to 60 Minutes about nuclear weapons tests, calls on U.S. to ensure global stability
China's Foreign Ministry responded on Monday to President Trump's assertion that Beijing has conducted clandestine nuclear weapons testing with a flat denial. "China's testing 'em too," Mr. Trump told CBS News correspondent Norah O'Donnell in an interview…
Chattanooga Public Library Launches Fine Free Campaign
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Chattanooga Public Library (CPL) is thrilled to announce they are no longer charging late fines for the majority of library materials. Plus, previously charged late fines have been removed…
Grateful Gobbler 5K returns for its 26th year
Stan and Betsy McCright join News 12's Amelia Greer to talk about the 26th annual Grateful Gobbler 5K. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Grateful Gobbler Walk celebrates 26 years of Thanksgiving…
Final Disc Throws at AT&T Field
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Chattanooga Lookouts gave fans one last chance to take a shot at AT&T Field, but not with a bat and ball. Instead, players teed off…
Helping Adults Finish College Faster
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A new 2025 National Student Clearinghouse report shows more than 43 million Americans have attended college but left before earning a degree or credential. Many cite financial…
Banner Built Homes launches new East Brainerd community
EAST BRAINERD, Tenn. (WDEF) - A new housing community is coming to East Brainerd. Tennessee-based homebuilder Banner Built Homes has announced the launch of Davidson Meadows, its first…
Small apartment fire at Borough 33 Apartments
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Firefighters responded to the Borough 33 Apartments Saturday morning after reports of a fire inside one of the units. Chattanooga Fire Captain Daniel Atkins says…
Individual rescued after falling 1,000 feet down creek
SPENCER, Tenn, (WDEF) - On Saturday a little after 2:00 pm Piney Volunteer Fire Department was dispatched to Fall Creek Falls State Park for an individual that had a medical emergency down the creek below the Cable Trail. The Fire…
Domestic incident leads to multiple felony counts
SODDY-DAISY, Tenn. (WDEF) - On Saturday, deputies responded to a domestic incident near the 9000 block of Dallas Hollow Road that involved multiple gunshots and property damage. According to the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office,…
CPD heard gunshots and found two teens wounded
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) is investigating a shooting that happened Sunday around 1:30 a.m. in the 2300 block of Milne Street. According to police, officers were nearby on an unrelated call for service when they…
Police investigate Halloween party due to firearm being shot
DALTON, Ga. (WDEF) - On Saturday around 10:43 p.m., Whitfield County Sheriff’s Office Deputies were dispatched to 1904 East Morris Street regarding a firearm being shot at a Halloween party. According to police, their detectives were called to the scene…
Refindery on McCallie celebrates 10 years in Chattanooga
Chattanooga, Tenn. (WDEF) - This weekend, the Refindery on McCallie is celebrating 10 years in Chattanooga. The popular marketplace marked the milestone with a special event featuring food…