HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Authorities arrested a juvenile Wednesday afternoon after a high speed pursuit. At 4:10 p.m., March 12, 2025, a Hamilton County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) deputy attempted to conduct a traffic stop…
Tiffany Miller joins News 12's Amelia Greer to talk about the returning Coffee & Cocoa Festival coming to Catoosa County. CATOOSA COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) - While the last of the cold…
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - A vehicle fire and multi-vehicle crashes cause lane closures on I-75 South at the Scenic Overlook near the Hamilton County line. The wreck was reported just after 5 A.M. on Thursday. I-75 South was reduced…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Officials have issued a Code Orange Air Quality Alert, meaning pollution levels have reached levels that could pose health risks, particularly for sensitive groups. Children, older adults,…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - We have the latest updates on the recent brush fires in Walker County, Georgia, and important wildfire prevention tips to help safeguard our communities. As of this…
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)- Sewage capacity in rural Hamilton County has long been a point of contention. (more…)
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)-- Discussion is continuing about how cuts to the federal Department of Education will affect local schools. (more…)
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Novonix’s expansion plans in Chattanooga are moving forward. (more…)
ROSSVILLE, GA. (WDEF) -- It's a premier paintball, airsoft, and nerf facility in Rossville Georgia. Insane Paintball started serving customers in 2000. If you are looking for a location to…
Siskin Hospital for Physical Rehabilitation recently hosted its 22nd Annual Possibilities Luncheon at the Chattanooga Convention Center, an event that celebrated the power of rehabilitation and the incredible work being done to help individuals regain independence. The luncheon raised both…
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Hamilton County officials announced the launch of the Overdose Prevention Team (OPT) Wednesday. OPT is a new program aimed at saving lives and…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A male suspect has been arrested after leading authorities on a pursuit in a stolen EPB vehicle. At 12:34 p.m.,…
A dog managed to fire a gun and wound his owner in an accidental shooting in Memphis on Monday, police said. The 39-year-old victim was relaxing and talking with a female friend on his bed…
MARION COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Fire crews are working to contain an active wildfire in Marion County. Mullins Cove Volunteer Fire Department (MCVFD) responded to the area of the Grandview Church of God…
A Pennsylvania man was caught trying to carry a live turtle through airport security by hiding the reptile in his pants, the Transportation Security Administration said Tuesday. The man, who has not…
ATLANTA, Georgia (WDEF) - We have 15 local schools on the under-performing list in the state of Georgia. And that means parents of those…
WALKER COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The brush fires in northern Walker County are contained as of this morning. According to Walker County officials, fire…
Alison Pryor with the Tennessee Aquarium joins News 12's Amelia Greer to talk about some exclusive behind-the-scenes experiences being offered this season. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - It's spring break season and…
Mackenzie Steele with the Creative Discovery Museum joins News 12's Amelia Greer to get students excited for an exciting spring break. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Spring break is nearly here…
Chattanooga’s push to become a National Park City gained significant momentum today as Mayor Tim Kelly met with the National Park City Peer Review Board at Miller Park. The board praised Chattanooga for its unique combination of urban development and…
The School Resource Development Institute recently concluded its year-long program at the Bessie Smith Cultural Center today. This was all about helping Hamilton County schools strengthen funding efforts. Teams from three schools worked together to create strategic funding plans. "It’s…
CHATTANOOGA,TN (WDEF) The Wilcox Boulevard bridge is getting repairs to its expansion joints. To ensure safety, one side of the bridge will close, while the other side stays open. C-DOT is urging drivers not to speed through the area as…
ROSSVILLE, Ga. (WDEF)- A large brush fire has left its mark on portions of Rossville and northern Walker County Tuesday evening. (more…)
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF)- A bill that could impact the ability of undocumented immigrants to be admitted into Tennessee public schools is stirring controversy across…