DEKALB COUNTY, Al. (WDEF) -- Authorities in DeKalb County are investigating an officer involved shooting. On Sunday, May 4, 2025, DeKalb County deputies were dispatched to Highway 75 in Ider to assist in an officer…
Three former Memphis police officers were acquitted Wednesday of state charges, including second-degree murder, in the fatal beating of Tyre Nichols after he ran away from a traffic stop in 2023. A jury took about…
MONROE COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A former Monroe County corrections officer has been indicted on official misconduct. On December 20, 2022, TBI agents were asked to investigate various allegations of official misconduct against several Monroe…
Disney has announced it plans to build a new theme park and resort in Abu Dhabi, the company's first location in the Middle East and its seventh park around the world. The Walt Disney Company reached an agreement…
WALKER COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) -- A code enforcement check in Walker County led to the arrest of a 58-year-old woman on animal cruelty charges. The case began when a Walker County code enforcement…
RINGGOLD, Ga. (WDEF) -- A Catoosa County jury has convicted a known gang member in connection with a 2021 road rage shooting. The incident occurred on October 10, 2021, when the victim and…
WeightWatchers has filed for bankruptcy as more Americans turn to weight loss drugs to slim down. The 62-year-old weight loss program's parent company, WW International, announced Tuesday that it aims to eliminate $1.1 billion in debt as…
As of Wednesday, U.S. travelers flying domestically are required to show a Real ID at airport checkpoints. The May 7 deadline for Americans to switch to the federally compliant identification comes after being delayed for more than…
MOUNT NEBO, Wv. (WDEF) -- A local man was killed, and a woman was injured in a crash in West Virginia Monday morning. According to CBS affiliate WSAZ, the local sheriff's office reported the crash…
Catholic cardinal electors from five continents are gathering at the Vatican for the 2025 conclave to select the next pope. The conclave was convening Wednesday afternoon, exactly 16 days after the death of 88-year-old Pope Francis,…
Alison Pryor with the Tennessee Aquarium joins News 12's Amelia Greer ahead of the premiere of a new feature film at IMAX called "Elephants: Giants of the Desert 3D." CHATTANOOGA, Tenn.…
Mackenzie Steele with CDM joins News 12's Amelia Greer as the local attraction gets ready to host a special anniversary event this weekend. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Creative Discovery Museum…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Chattanooga Police Department arrested a suspect in connection with an attempted murder and robbery on East MLK Blvd. on April 22. CPD responded to a report of an active…
CHATTANOOGA,TN (WDEF)- For four years, Megan Johnson believed she was dealing with *diastasis recti*, a common condition involving the separation of abdominal muscles. Her stomach was persistently swollen, and no matter what she tried, the bulging never subsided. Something felt…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The JA Henry Community YMCA is serving up something new, and it’s not just about fitness. Starting today, their brand-new Teaching Kitchen is launching a series of…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - One local high school is being recognized for going above and beyond in preparing students for civic responsibility. Lookout Valley High School is now among…
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Hamilton County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) is investigating an in-custody death. At 4:55 a.m., May 6, 2025, an HCSO corrections deputy requested medical assistance for an unresponsive inmate in the Delta Housing Unit. Upon arrival,…
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A major expansion is coming to Hamilton County's Veterans Service Office, Mayor Weston Wamp announced today. A third Veteran…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Three bronze plaques were stolen from a Chattanooga national military park Sunday. At 12:01 p.m., May 4, 2025, two white males removed three…
Sean "Diddy" Combs, the music mogul accused of sexually assaulting, trafficking and otherwise exploiting women in recurring incidents over multiple decades, is standing trial in New York City this month. Jury selection began Monday, and…
Scott Chase with KZ106 joins News 12's Chip Chapman as he gets ready to host an inaugural golfing event. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Local radio legend Scott Chase with KZ106 is…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - An elite group of young changemakers was honored this weekend at the largest Carson Scholars Fund celebration in the organization’s…
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The East Ridge Police Department (ERPD) is investigating a drive by shooting that occurred at a local hospital. At 4:35 p.m.,…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A Chattanooga gang member charged with killing a mother in 2016 to prevent her from testifying in a murder trial was back…