Whitfield County-(WDEF)Eleven men are behind bars following a multi-agency child sex crime sting in Whitfield County. The arrests mark a significant step forward in protecting children from harm and holding those who try to victimize them accountable, Sheriff Pierce said.…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Chattanooga Airport has a modular exhibit space in it's ticketing area named CHA ART SPACE! It is curated by Carrie Pendergrass, a local…
HARRIMAN, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Harriman City Councilman Brian Frost has been charged with multiple counts of tampering with evidence, among other charges. A shooting had occurred at a party that was hosted at Harriman Mr.…
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A 19-year-old is being charged with murder after a shooting in East Ridge a few months ago. On August 25, 2025, at 3:09…
UPDATE: Escaped inmate Cody Allen Patterson has been located and taken back into custody without incident. A Monroe County Sheriff's Office (MCSO) deputy…
Airports in U.S. cities including Denver; Newark, New Jersey; and Burbank, California, experienced flight delays Monday amid shortages of air traffic controllers, according to federal flight data. Federal officials have flagged more air traffic control facilities…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - October marks Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a time dedicated to honoring survivors, promoting prevention, and highlighting local resources that bring hope and…
BRADLEY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - A Bradley County judge is speaking out after the tragic death of a 27-year-old man who spent years…
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) -Communities can play a vital role in a child's education. With that in mind, families, neighbors and local leaders recently gathered at Orchard Knob Baptist…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The mental health provider at the center of a controversial decision by the Hamilton County School Board is speaking out. (more…)
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A proposal to modernize infrastructure at Northgate Mall passed its next step. (more…)
CATOOSA COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) -- A Catoosa County jury convicted 35-year-old Ladarius Nollie, a resident of Chattanooga, of trafficking fentanyl in Catoosa County. The trial…
Washington — The Supreme Court on Monday said it will not take up a bid by Ghislaine Maxwell to overturn her 2021 conviction and 20-year prison sentence for her role in a scheme to…
MONROE COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- On Sunday evening around 5:30 p.m., the Monroe County Sheriff's Office, as well as the Madisonville Police Department, responded to a report on New Highway 68 at Turnpike Road about…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- This year, Gratefull is hitting its 10th anniversary! Celebrations are set to kick off on Nov. 20, 2025 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. It will…
Two types of pasta salad bowls sold at Kroger and other stores across the U.S. have been recalled due to possible listeria contamination, the Food & Drug Administration announced Saturday. The Kroger Company voluntarily recalled…
Franco Gunnell joins News 12's Amelia Greer to remind customers about Miller's Ale House' fundraiser for the American Cancer Society. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Enjoy a…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The 2025 Patriot Award Gala was a night of honor, reflection, and celebration in Chattanooga. Last night, audiences heard from the former…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) is investigating a shooting reported this afternoon after a 15-year-old male victim with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound arrived at a local hospital around 2:19p.m. According to the CPD, the shooting happened…
Chattooga County, Ga. (WDEF) - This morning at 4:09 a.m. the Chattooga County Coroner's office was notified by Chattooga County 911 of a structure fire in the 1200 Block…
October marks LGBTQ+ History Month, and Chattanooga kicked it off in style today. Downtown was alive with color, music, and celebration as the city hosted its annual Pride Parade and Festival. Kristina Siskole, crowned Mx. Chattanooga Pride 2025, encouraged everyone…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Tonight, Chattanooga hosted one of the nation’s most prestigious celebrations of service and sacrifice. The 2025 Patriot Award Gala brought together Medal of Honor recipients,…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The wait is over for local hot chicken fans as Dave’s Hot Chicken has officially opened its first Chattanooga location. The Los Angeles-based chain, known for…
DALTON, GA. (WDEF) - The 2nd annual North Georgia Fried Pickle Festival was a big dill at the North Georgia Fairgrounds in Dalton, GA serving up two days of food, music,…