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Wild chase through a schoolyard and into a house

HAMILTON COUNTY, Tennessee (WDEF) - Hamilton County deputies arrested a suspect after a high speed police chase that went through a school playground. The chase started in Cleveland, Tennessee after 6PM. Police there were after Lavante Fitten who was accused…

Drivers License changes because of Covid-19

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Changes are in place at the DMV, to help stop the spread of COVID-19. Those changes have also affected how some driving facilities operate. The Department of Motor Vehicles has temporarily suspended both knowledge and skills tests…

New city treasurer accused in three lawsuits

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The day after Kate Farmer was unanimously confirmed by the Chattanooga city council, Chattanooga's city attorney informed council members that Farmer has three lawsuits against her in Wyoming. Farmer served as the city treasurer and clerk…

Found your green thumb? Frost could ruin it all

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Planters beware! Frost could be coming our way. During the Coronavirus pandemic, many people have been testing out their green thumb. This weekend may test your true gardening skills. Storm Team 12 Chief Meteorologist, Patrick Core…

Hutton & Smith Brewery Making Major Adjustments

CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- Local businesses are all struggling during the Coronavirus pandemic. Breweries are getting ready to face a harsh reality as the peak of their season is approaching fast. Hutton and Smith Brewery has been selling their cans of…

Alabama mayor, wife diagnosed with COVID-19

GREENVILLE, Ala. (AP) — A south Alabama mayor and his wife have both been diagnosed with COVID-19. Greenville Mayor Dexter McLendon says he and his wife Janice both tested positive for the new coronavirus that causes the illness. McLendon says…

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