What's Right With Our Schools: Clumpies Howard
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Some Howard High students just turned a class project into the coolest creation in town. News 12's Timbrel Williams stopped by the kitchen to see…
Instagram uses AI to crack down on teens posing as adults online
Instagram is beginning to test the use of artificial intelligence to determine if kids are lying about their ages on the app, parent company Meta Platforms said on Monday. Meta has been using AI to…
Hamilton County witness to testify in former Tennessee House Speaker's trial
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) — Former Tennessee House Speaker Glen Casada and his former chief of staff Cade Cothren are scheduled to stand trial this week on federal charges linked to an alleged kickback scheme involving…
El Paso Walmart shooter pleads guilty to capital murder in racist 2019 attack
The gunman who killed 23 people in a racist attack at a Walmart in El Paso in 2019 — one of the deadliest mass shootings in U.S. history — pleaded guilty Monday to capital murder in a state district…
Delta plane engine catches fire at Orlando airport, passengers evacuate on slides
A Delta passenger jet caught fire on the tarmac at Orlando International Airport…
Blackburn, Tillis introduce bill to increase oversight of sister city partnerships
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) — U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) and Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) have introduced the Sister City Transparency Act. This bill is aimed at increasing federal oversight of sister city partnerships to address potential…
Catoosa County couple sentenced to 20 years following child cruelty conviction
CATOOSA COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) -- A Catoosa County couple has been sentenced after being found guilty on multiple counts of child abuse. The couple was…
Second nose pier installed at Chickamauga Lock project
CHATTANOOGA,…
Is Easter Monday a federal holiday? Are banks open today? Here's what to know.
Easter Monday marks the end of the Easter holiday weekend in the U.S., raising the question of whether it's also a federal holiday. While Easter Monday, celebrated on April 21 this year, is a significant…
Pope Francis has died, the Vatican camerlengo, announces
ASSOCIATED PRESS VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Francis died Monday morning, Cardinal Kevin Ferrell, the Vatican camerlengo, announced. “At 7:35 this morning, the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the home of the Father. His…
Serving Hope This Easter Sunday
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - This Easter Sunday, the front lawn of the Bessie Smith Cultural Center was filled with warmth, generosity, and hope as the Union Gospel Mission served its 11th…
Missing dog: owner offers cash reward to reunite mother with puppies
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A local dog named Reece went missing last night around 6 p.m. in the Chattanooga area. Her owner, Jayden Larson, says time is of the essence, as Reece has a litter of puppies who need…
Beloved Easter Tradition Returns to Collegedale: SonRise Resurrection Pageant Draws Hundreds
COLLEGEDALE, TN (WDEF)— One of Collegedale’s most cherished Easter traditions made its powerful return this year, as the SonRise Resurrection Pageant once again transformed the campus of Southern Adventist University into a living storybook of the final days of Jesus…
Easter morning Chattanooga house fire
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Witness reports of a house fire on Easter morning led to an extended response from the Chattanooga Fire Department and other agencies. At 8:30 AM first responders were called to the 2700 block of Shepherd…
From one chapter to the next: A mother's path to sweet success
OOLTEWAH, Tenn. (WDEF) — There's a new sweet spot in town — The Milky Cow Bakery. There's a new bakery bringing sugar, joy, and…
Hug-a-Bunny Brings Springtime Joy to Chattanooga Zoo
It’s a springtime tradition that lets kids and adults alike cuddle up with adorable bunnies—without the long-term commitment of pet ownership. The Chattanooga Zoo recently hosted its beloved “Hug-a-Bunny” event, giving families the chance to enjoy hands-on experiences including bunny…
The dollar's sell-off raises concerns that investors are losing trust in the U.S.
Since mid-January, the dollar has fallen 9% against a basket of currencies, a rare and steep decline, to its lowest level in three years — a drop that raises concerns investors may be losing confidence…
Police looking for domestic violence suspect after early morning Brainerd SWAT standoff
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A tense situation unfolded in a Brainerd neighborhood early Friday morning. (more…)
Auckland City FC's stay in Chattanooga could lead to international team visit during 2026 World Cup
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A New Zealand soccer team will call Chattanooga home for a part of this summer. (more…)
About 429,200 wireless portable phone chargers recalled after reports of fires and burns
About 429,200 Casely wireless…
Miter gate installation underway for Chickamauga Lock
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The U.S. Army Corps of…
NTSB report released on March LaFayette plane crash
LAFAYETTE, Ga. (WDEF) -- The NTSB report has been released on the LaFayette plane crash that occurred in March at the Barwick LaFayette Airport. The Cirrus SR-22…
Sanatan Mandir Ethnic Resale Pop Up brings beautiful clothing to sell
Nichelle Patel, Mina Patel, and Divyes Patel join News 12's Chip Chapman to invite everyone to Sanatan Mandir's Ethnic Resale Pop Up. Guests can find…
Man sentenced to life for heroin trafficking in Cherokee County, AL
CHEROKEE COUNTY, Al. (WDEF) -- A man has been sentenced to life in prison for heroin trafficking in Cherokee County, Alabama. Kyle Erwin Skinner was convicted on April 17, 2025, during a pre-trial…