The average interest rate on a conventional mortgage in the U.S. dropped to 6.06%, the lowest level in more than three years, Freddie Mac said on Thursday. A recent dip in mortgage rates has spurred homebuying activity, with purchase applications…
NASHVILLE (WDEF) - Governor Bill Lee has declared Monday at Dolly Parton Day in Tennessee. That will be her 80th birthday. The Governor's proclamation says her "life and career is woven into Tennessee's music, culture, and rich history." The Grand…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - 'Sip and Savor' those wonderous moments at the Tennessee Aquarium, plus it's time to consider registering for spring and summer camps! The Tennessee Aquarium brings back their…
News 12's Amelia Greer joins Mackenzie Steele to share details on the Creative Discovery Museum's newest exhibit that focuses on Italy's culture and architecture with 'Ciao Bambini!' CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)…
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) - When children are removed from unsafe homes, it can be one of the most traumatic moments of their lives. In Cleveland, the Isaiah 117 House works to…
ATHENS, Tennessee (WDEF) - Heil Trailer International is expanding their manufacturing in Athens, Tennessee. State officials say the expansion will create 18 new jobs. They will build new warehousing space plus automated paint and welding systems. The expansion is the…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Chattanooga gets a new flight to Denver just in time for the summer vacation season. United Airlines is offering non-stop Saturday flights beginning on May 23rd through October 24th. "Our local passengers have made it clear that…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - A Hixson church deacon faces nine charges of sexual exploitation of a minor after investigators say he set up two hidden cameras at his home. Christopher Thomas…
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tennessee (WDEF) - Mayor Wamp's office is reminding us of what the county is already doing to improves safety on Hunter and Snow Hill roads. Last year, they conducted a study of the problem areas. As a result,…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Many saw a giant hot dog car traveling across the Scenic City in early January, which can only mean that News 12's Amelia Greer had…
Tony and A.J. McInnis join News 12's Chip Chapman as Mardi Gras approaches. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Mardi Gras is fast approaching which means its time to grab some King Cake from…
Robert Werk and Eric Wood join News 12's Chip Chapman on 'National Bagel Day' and bring some of their staples. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - January 15 is National Bagel Day and News 12…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Last week, a new project was presented that some say would give an economic boost to downtown Chattanooga at the Hamilton County Commission. Proposed…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The new meeting time of the Hamilton County Commission of 4 p.m. will remain in place for now. This is after a lengthy committee meeting where other options were discussed. This included moving meeting times to 5…
WALKER COUNTY, GA. (WDEF) - The Georgia Department of Agriculture has confirmed a case of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) at a commercial poultry operation, marking the first confirmed case in…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A Tennessee lawmaker has introduced legislation related to the death penalty for the rape of a child. Republican State Representative Greg Martin of Hixson filed House…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Rock City announced at a Lookout Mountain planning meeting that it plans to construct a new gondola system that will take passengers from the base of lookout mountain, all the way up to Rock City. Pepper…
The owner of Saks Fifth Avenue is seeking bankruptcy protection, buffeted by rising competition and the massive debt it took on to buy its rival in the luxury sector, Neiman Marcus, just over a…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - There is a report that a top soccer contender in the World Cup has chosen to train in Chattanooga. Sports Illustrated Mexico reports the team from Spain has chosen to stay and train at Baylor School before…
ETOWAH, Tennessee (WDEF) - The TBI is investigating the discovery of human remains Tuesday near Etowah. The McMinn County Sheriff's Office says they were found in a wooded area near the…
WALKER COUNTY -- Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) has been detected in a commercial poultry flock in Walker County, according to Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper. He shares there is no…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A Verizon outage has affected individuals and businesses across the nation. Customers who have iPhones may experience their device being in "SOS" mode. This means that the device does not have adequate cell service. In this…
Russian police have arrested the chief physician and the acting head of intensive care at a Siberian hospital where nine babies died this month, prosecutors said Wednesday. The case, which has shone a spotlight…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. -- Boyd Buchanan School has shared that a vigil will be held for a faculty member who passed away unexpectedly. The Prayer Vigil will take place at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, January 14, in the Jett Gym. Our…