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…
Republicans take center stage in Tuesday's Georgia Primaries
ATLANTA (AP) - Georgia takes center stage in Tuesday’s primary elections as Gov. Brian Kemp and Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger try to fight back challengers endorsed by Donald Trump. Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene of Georgia is testing Republican voters’…
Lee University develops a gender and sexuality policy
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (AP) - A private Christian university has drafted a policy that would strictly limit what students can say about gender and sexuality on campus. A leaked draft says students at Lee University in Cleveland, Tennessee, would not be…
What's Right With Our Schools: Heritage High Teacher Appreciation
Ringgold, GA (WDEF) - Heritage High School has turned teacher appreciation into an art form. The many ways students show their gratitude is a great example of "What's Right With Our Schools." Michelle…
Ethics panel opens investigation into GOP's Madison Cawthorn
By FARNOUSH AMIRI Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) - The House Ethics Committee is investigating allegations that Republican Rep. Madison Cawthorn had a conflict of interest in a cryptocurrency he promoted and engaged in an improper relationship with a member of…
Georgia State Senate Race Profile
(WDEF) - On Tuesday Georgia and Alabama voters will go to the polls to select candidates for the general election this year. There are primaries for Governor, U-S Senate, the…
Most popular wedding dress styles
(TENNESSEE) - Southern brides have their own style according to a new survey by PlannedAtHeart.com. The wedding planner site compared each state's searches for wedding dresses online. Tennessee, Georgia, Alabama and North Carolina all had different tastes. [caption id="attachment_862537" align="alignleft"…
Flea Market Fire blamed on too many extension cords
CLEVELAND, Tennessee (WDEF) - Bradley County Fire Investigators have determined that the cause of the blaze that destroyed the Flea Land Flea Market over the weekend was electrical. They say the Flea Market…
EPA Awards $500,000 Grant to Walker County
ROSSVILLE, Ga. -- The E-P-A has awarded a five hundred thousand dollar grant to Walker County. The grant includes funding to contract an environmental consultant, who will evaluate sites such as Peerless Woolen Mills…
TECH BYTE: Avoid Unwanted Purchases on Your Smartphone
KINGSVILLE, Texas (WDEF) -- A lot of technology is so easy to use nowadays, even a toddler can do it! That was the case recently in Kingsville, Texas,…
Racing for Recovery at the Chattanooga IRONMAN
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- Todd Crandall is a recovering addict who saw addiction run through his family. "I’m a survivor of my mom’s suicide from drugs and alcohol. My uncle's suicide from drugs and…
Person dies in submerged vehicle near Possum Creek Boat Ramp
Hamilton County, TN - On Saturday May 21, 2022 at 8:00 pm, the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office responded to the Possum Creek Boat Ramp in the 1900 block of Lee Pike in reference to a submerged vehicle. Upon arrival it…
Adoptions made at the Humane Educational Society's Kelly McCoy Adopt-a-thon
The Humane Educational Society had a successful Adopt-a-thon Saturday afternoon. (more…)
Signal Mountain Police Department held their second annual 'Bike Rodeo'
This afternoon, Signal Mountain Police Department held their second annual Bike Ride and Bike Rodeo Event. (more…)
Rock City turns 90
Lookout Mountain (WDEF)- Rock City celebrates turning 90 Saturday, this founders day celebration allows for a look back on history and a look ahead to the next 90 years. On May 21st, 1932…
Flea market in Highway 64 total loss
CLEVELAND, Tennessee (WDEF)-The flea market on highway 64 in Cleveland is a complete loss after a fire this afternoon and 10 firefighters needed to be treated for heat exhaustion due to the extreme heat Bradley County EMA spokesperson Adam Lewis…
Traffic Fatality- 100 Highway 27 South
On May 21, 2022 at approximately 3:03 a.m., Chattanooga Police Traffic Division responded to a traffic fatality in 100 block of Highway 27 South. The following was determined through interview, observation, and investigation: Vehicle #1 (Chevy) was traveling South in…
HCSO Responds to Multiple Fights at Howard High School’s Graduation
Hamilton County, TN - On Friday night, May 20, 2022, Hamilton County Sheriff's Office deputies were hired by the Hamilton County Department of Education (HCDE) to provide security for the Howard High School graduation at Finley Stadium. At approximately 8:15…
East Ridge police officer receives short suspension
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The East Ridge Police Department recently suspended Officer Sam Roistacher after an incident that included an off-duty officer Andrew Carter back in December. A neighbor's son and a visitor, Kadron Locklin, were chasing a dog…
Chattanooga Motorcar Festival announces race sanctioning agent
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - The Chattanooga Motorcar Festival announces who will be running the race this year, plus some new details. The festival is returning for a 3rd edition on October 14-16 this fall. Even organizers have named the Sportscar Vintage…
When will the school voucher program roll out?
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee says he doesn’t have a timeline yet on when his administration might roll out a long-blocked school voucher program that saw its biggest legal roadblock removed by the state’s high court. The…