June Scobee Rodgers Keeps Challenger Memory Alive
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) --The 28th of January marks 40 years since the Challenger Space Shuttle Disaster that claimed the lives of seven astronaut crew members. It was supposed to be a routine…
Overturned tractor trailer on HWY 27 slows down traffic
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - An overturned tractor trailer has blocked lanes on the exit ramp to Signal Mountain on US-27. The incident was reported by Tennessee Highway Patrol at around 6 a.m. News 12 is at the scene learning more…
Olympic organizers invoke an ancient pledge to call for the suspension of all wars
By DEREK GATOPOULOS and THEODORA TONGAS Associated Press ATHENS, Greece (AP) — If the rules of ancient Greece were observed today, drone and missile fire over Ukraine would stop on Friday as…
Suspect arrested for Jackson Ave. homicide
UPDATE: The Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) has made a second arrest in the homicide of Wallace Milam that occurred on December 19, 2025 in the 1100 block of Jackson Avenue. Milik Woodley (DOB: 08/14/2003) was located and arrested. He is charged…
Trump names former Federal Reserve governor Warsh as the next Fed chair, to replace Powell
By CHRISTOPHER RUGABER AP Economics Writer WASHINGTON (AP) - President Donald Trump said Friday that he will nominate former Federal Reserve official Kevin Warsh to be the next chair of the Fed, a pick likely…
Tommy Tuberville and Marsha Blackburn started this trend
WASHINGTON D.C. (AP) - There’s increasingly one place that U.S. senators want to be — anywhere but Washington. Democrat Amy Klobuchar of Minnesota became the fourth sitting senator to seek leadership of a home state in 2026 when she announced her…
Health Risks During Extreme Cold
Hixson, TN (WDEF)-An excessive cold warning remains in effect across Middle Tennessee through Tuesday, and health experts are urging residents to take extra precautions, especially if they take certain medications. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says drugs such…
Tennessee Tech University Launches Master’s in Child Life
Cookeville, TN (WDEF)- The university’s Board of Trustees recently approved the program, which is designed to meet a growing demand from hospitals for specialists trained to support children’s emotional and developmental needs. University leaders say the degree will strengthen pediatric care…
Group of residents oppose Hamilton County Sheriff partnership with ICE
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Since last…
BJ’s Wholesale Club Opening Preview
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - BJ’s Wholesale Club is preparing to open a new location at 401 Northgate Mall Drive, marking the company’s sixth store in Tennessee. The warehouse club will officially…
CARTA for vehicle booting ordinance to enforce parking tickets
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- CARTA says they are looking to solve the increasing issue of unpaid parking tickets. CEO Charles Frazier says they are speaking with the city of Chattanooga about crafting an ordinance that would allow them to boot vehicles…
Hyundai recalls nearly 569,000 Palisade SUVs over faulty air bag
Hyundai Motor America is recalling nearly 569,000 Palisade SUVs due to an issue with the vehicles' third-row air bags that could prevent them from deploying properly during a crash. The recall affects certain Palisades with…
Union Gospel Mission / Chattanooga Outreach Opens Warming Shelter
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. -- Union Gospel Mission / Chattanooga Outreach will open its doors as a warming shelter during current cold temperatures. The warming shelter will be open on the following nights: Friday, January 30 Saturday, January 31 Sunday, February 1…
Robyn Stringfellow Appointed to Chattanooga Public Arts Commission
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. -- ArtsBuild has announced Education Programs Coordinator Robyn Stringfellow has been appointed to the Chattanooga Public Arts Commission (CPAC). Stringfellow was appointed by Mayor Tim Kelly and confirmed by…
Love Without Reason to host Father-Daughter dance
Susan Matthews with 'Love Without Reason' joins News 12's Amelia Greer as the organization gets ready to celebrate their 5th annual Father Daughter Dance ahead of Valentine's Day. This masquerade ball…
FEMA could still support winter storm response in a shutdown, despite administration warnings
By GABRIELA AOUN ANGUEIRA Associated Press The Federal Emergency Management Agency would have enough money to respond to the massive winter storm still impacting large swaths of the U.S. even if a partial government shutdown begins at midnight…
Taking an Inside Look into an Inspection and Deep-cleaning of the Ellis Carousel
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (City of Chattanooga Parks and Outdoors) -- Every year, a team comes together at the Ellis carousel in Coolidge Park to maintain its structure, safety, and most importantly, its history. Todd Goings, a carousel carver and restorationist,…
Dalton approves bonds for new power plant
DALTON, Georgia (WDEF) - Dalton leaders have approved the financing to allow Dalton Utilities to build a new power plant. Specifically, the council approved a bond plan to finance the project by the city-owned utility. They want to build a…
Former Hamilton County Teacher Sentenced for Abuse
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A former Hamilton County teacher, Duane Sanders, was sentenced today for multiple counts of sexual abuse of children following a lengthy investigation. Sanders was found…
Gerber recalls some arrowroot biscuits over potential plastic or paper pieces
Gerber is recalling some of its arrowroot biscuits over potential contamination of soft plastic and paper pieces, the Food and Drug Administration announced Wednesday. The recall affects several batches of the 5.5-ounce Gerber Arrowroot Biscuits…
One Taken to Hospital Following Kitchen Fire in North Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- One person was transported to the hospital following a kitchen fire at a North Chattanooga home. Blue Shift companies responded to the 900 block of Forest Avenue around 12:30…
Bruce Springsteen pens new "Streets of Minneapolis" protest song, with lyrics honoring Renee Good, Alex Pretti
Bruce Springsteen has released a song in honor of Alex Pretti and Renee Good titled "Streets of Minneapolis." Springsteen announced the release Wednesday on Instagram. "I wrote this song on Saturday, recorded it yesterday and released it to you today in response to the…
Huge landslide leaves Sicilian homes teetering on cliff edge as 1,500 people are evacuated
ROME (AP) — Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni visited a southern town in Sicily on Wednesday that has been left teetering on the edge of a cliff after days of heavy rains from a cyclone triggered a…
Romance under the falls at Ruby Falls!
Jaclyn Lewis with Ruby Falls joins News 12's Amelia Greer as the historic area attraction gets ready for Valentine's Day. 'Romance at Ruby' gives couples a chance to celebrate the holiday with…