A new nation-wide study ranks Chattanooga 2nd for entry level job hiring
It is the season for graduation and millions of educated people are preparing to transition into the workforce. (more…)
Governor: Texas gunman said he was going to shoot up school
By ACACIA CORONADO and JIM VERTUNO Associated Press UVALDE, Texas (AP) - The governor of Texas says the gunman who killed 19 children and two teachers at an elementary school had warned in…
Beto O'Rourke disrupts news conference on shooting
By ACACIA CORONADO Associated Press UVALDE, Texas (AP) - A news conference about the shooting at a Texas elementary school broke into shouting Wednesday as Democratic gubernatorial…
Former officer indicted for excessive force during arrest
DUNLAP, Tennessee (WDEF) - A former police officer in Dunlap has been indicted on charges of using excessive force. TBI investigators say Jack Johnson was arresting a man following a chase in February. He is no longer employed by the…
Do you recognize the man suspected of sneaking out ten fishing rods?
EAST RIDGE, Tennessee (WDEF) - East Ridge Police are asking the public to help identify a suspect for shoplifting at the Bass Pro Shop. They say the man took rod and reel combos and hid them in his jacket.…
Despite Trump challenge, Georgia incumbents fare well on election night
ATLANTA, Georgia (WDEF) - You could argue the two dominating figures in the Georgia Republican primaries on Tuesday were't even in them. Stacey Abrams and Donald Trump. Stacey Abrams, who was unopposed on the Democratic side, was the common target…
Colton Moore wins uphill Republican battle for State Senate in Georgia
ROCK SPRING, Georgia (WDEF) - Dade County Republican Colton Moore defied expectations and party leaders to claim a primary victory on Tuesday to represent northwest Georgia in Atlanta. He defeated Stephen Henry in…
Catoosa Election Results: Larry Black wins Commission Chairman
RINGGOLD, Georgia (WDEF) - Election results tonight from Catoosa County: SPECIAL ELECTION Catoosa County Commission Chairman Larry Black 5,574 Ernie Pursley 1,711 Nick Ware 2,566 _______________ Catoosa County Commission District 2: Britt Fant 758 Chuck Harris 1,819 _______________ Catoosa…
US Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene wins GOP primary in Georgia
By RUSS BYNUM Associated Press U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene has defeated five Republican challengers in a Georgia primary that tested conservative voters’ tolerance of her divisive politics. Greene advances…
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp defeats David Perdue in GOP primary
By JEFF AMY Associated Press ATLANTA (AP) - Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp has defeated his Donald Trump-backed challenger David Perdue after a furious push by the former president to punish Kemp for not…
Herschel Walker to face Warnock in Georgia Senate race
By STEVE PEOPLES and JEFF AMY Associated Press ATLANTA (AP) - Football great Herschel Walker, endorsed by former President Donald Trump, has won Georgia’s GOP Senate primary. The Republican will face Democratic incumbent Sen. Raphael Warnock in the November general…
Suspect charged in gas station stabbing in Murphy
MURPHY, NC (WDEF) - Murphy Police have arrested a suspect in the case of a man who was stabbed in the back. It happened at the Murphy Fastop on Highway 64 West. Breslin Allen was taken to the hospital with…
Reaction to Texas School Shooting
UPDATE: Death toll rises 18 students dead 3 adults 3 more in serious condition UVALDE, Texas (WDEF) - Reactions to the school shooting in Texas in…
Local doctor creates baby formula bank amid the shortage
A Chattanooga doctor has taken it upon himself to help local moms find formula during the ongoing shortage. (more…)
Scammers make thousands claiming to be with Circuit Court Clerk's office
The Hamilton County Circuit Court Clerk wants to make people aware of a new scam aimed at jurors. (more…)
Police investigate man and woman shot in domestic incident
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Chattanooga Police are investigating the shooting of a man and woman last night on Tunnel Boulevard. They both showed up at the hospital with non life threatening gunshot wounds. Police say they were shot in the…
Governor: 14 students and one teacher killed in Texas school shooting
UPDATE: Texas Governor now says 14 teachers and one teacher have died. The shooter was also killed according to police. ""He shot and killed, horrifically."- Gov. Greg Abbott https://www.cbsnews.com/live/ _____________ By EUGENE GARCIA and DARIO LOPEZ-MILLS Associated Press UVALDE, Texas…
Top Southern Baptists plan to release secret list of abusers
By DEEPA BHARATH Associated Press Southern Baptist leaders say they will release a secret list of hundreds of pastors and church-affiliated staff members accused of sexual abuse. The announcement comes two days after a scathing 288-page report by Guidepost Solutions…
Georgia Primary Elections Today
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Today is election day for Georgia as voters will be heading to the polls to vote…
UTC to offer free CNA training course
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) -- UTC is teaming up with Life Care Centers of America to provide an amazing opportunity for local folks. In an effort to "rebuild the local health care system," UTC is offering 100% free certified nursing assistant (CNA)…
Huge reward being offered for finding lost dog
RED BANK, Tenn. (WDEF) -- T.J. is just seven years old and is the loving companion of Red Bank retiree Alona Smith. The dog has epilepsy and is in dire need of his medicine. After he ran off during a…
Last words from Republican front-runners for Governor
ATLANTA, Georgia (WDEF) - Less than 24 hours to go until Georgians go to the polls to vote for their next governor. News 12 heard from both of the major Republican candidates: incumbent Brian…
Huntsville Alligator siting
HUNTSVILLE, Alabama (WDEF) - We have our black bears, Huntsville apparently has gators. On Friday, the Huntsville Police Department posted a traffic warning about an alligators sitting on the southern side of town. “Florida Man” seen entering into Huntsville, heard…
More To The Story: Carry The Load
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - They were here just a couple of days ago. A big bus, parked at the Chattanooga National Cemetery. The nonprofit called "Carry The Load" wants…