DUNLAP, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Dunlap Fire Department responded to a vehicle accident involving a log truck on Wednesday, November 19, 2025. The accident occurred on Highway 111 going up Lewis Chapel Mountain at around 4 a.m. after a work van ran into the back of a semi trailer carrying a load of logs. The logs came through the center…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Salvation Army of Chattanooga and McCallie School have partnered to bring Thanksgiving to families in need. Every year, McCallie brings in food donations to make boxes for families so they can have a Thanksgiving meal. Donations included sides such as macaroni and cheese, canned goods, fried onions, green bean casserole kits, and a lot more….
WDEF — King’s Hawaiian has launched its new GingerBREAD House kit, which is made entirely out of King’s Hawaiian Original Sweet Rolls. This launch marks a new partnership between King’s Hawaiian and Bing Crosby. This comes as both companies are having their 75th anniverary. The GingerBREAD House kit will include sweet rolls, festive icing, and island-inspired edible accents, plus a mini…
Ornament Tunnel – Asian Lantern Festival | Courtesy: Chattanooga Zoo CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Beginning Friday, November 21, 2025, The Asian Lantern Festival: Forest of Fantasy will be open to the public at the Chattanooga Zoo. Attendees will be able to take an evening tour of the zoo and view hundreds of glowing lanterns that create almost 50 unique displays. “Every…
Courtesy: Jefferson’s CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Jefferson’s says they have announced their Coaches of the Year for each of their Chattanooga area locations. The winner are: Dalton: Preston Poag, North Murray Mountaineers football, coaching for 24 years Kimball: Wesley Stone, South Pittsburg High School Pirates football, coaching for 29 years Ringgold: Tony McAllister, Lakeview-Fort Oglethorpe Warriors basketball, coaching for 18…
WALKER COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) — Beginning Monday, November 24, 2025, Osburn road will close for several weeks due to utility work. The closure will be from Myers Street to Highway 27. Travelers can detour using Myers Street and Wilder Road to access Highway 27. The closure is expected to last for several weeks. Categories: Featured, Local News, Walker County Tags:…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Join us at Prime News at 7 for this Week’s Pet of the Week: Chieforio. This handsome guy is a 38-pound, 2-year-old English Pointer mix who’s ready to find his forever adventure buddy! Chieforio was abandoned with four other dogs, but he’s now safe and sound at the Humane Educational Society. He has been at the…
SIGNAL MOUNTAIN, Tenn. (WDEF) – Saturday around 4:30 PM, the Chattanooga Fire Department (CFD) and Walden’s Ridge Fire responded to the park’s Bullwinkle Trail where a mountain biker hit a tree, leaving him with injuries. According to CFD, an ATV response was requested from the bottom of the trail. Firefighters tended to the biker’s wounds and worked to control…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Walnut Street Bridge is making strides toward its completion with an expected open date during the fall of 2026. Crews have completed sandblasting, painting, and intricate steel and woodwork on Spans 5 and 6. New wood decking continues from span 6 to Frazier Ave. This span now displays the vibrant new blue and white…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) — Three new stars have been added to the Music City Walk of Fame. GRAMMY-winning songwriter Liz Rose, country legend Charley Pride, and reigning CMA and ACM Group of the Year Old Dominion were inducted Tuesday afternoon. The ceremony also included speeches from country music stars Vince Gill, Neal McCoy and Karen Fairchild of Little…
CHATANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Chattanooga Fire Department (CFD) responded to the 3500 block of Brainerd Road at 10 a.m. on November 10 for a spill in the roadway. A large transformer being transported came off a trailer and landed in the middle of the road. The transformer had close to 700 gallons of oil in it that had leaked out…
Courtesy: Humane Educational Society CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Join us at Prime News at 7 for this week’s Pet of the Week: Lola! Lola is a beautiful and elegant 10-month-old mixed breed hound/terrier with the most loving and sweet temperament! While she can be a little shy with strangers, Lola bonds quickly and absolutely adores being with “her person.” She…
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF) — The East Ridge Animal Shelter is currently facing a capacity crisis and is reaching out to the community with an urgent plea: adopt or foster a shelter pet today! Each day, an overwhelming number of dogs and cats find their way to the shelter, and every adoption not only saves a life but also opens…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Chattanooga is installing and upgrading cutting-edge smart technology and undergoing a comprehensive traffic signal retiming effort to help smooth commutes across the city. The core of this technological upgrade is the installation and upgrade of the Gridsmart GS3 Fisheye Camera Vehicle Detection Systems, enabling true real-time, adaptive traffic management. The city received grant funding to cover…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -Firefighters with the Chattanooga Fire Department were on their way back to the station after putting out a house fire, when they got a call about a car crash. According to the Chattanooga Fire Department, firefighters found a woman and children trapped inside an SUV that had recently wrecked and was overturned. It happened at Union Avenue…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The TBI says three people were arrested in a joint operation with the Chattanooga Police Department and the Hamilton County Sheriff’s office. The arrests were the result of an ongoing investigation into human trafficking throughout East TN. Law enforcement executed a search warrant at a home in the 1200 block of Greenwood Drive. The TBI’s press…
James Goode and John Goode CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) has arrested two suspects in connection with a non-fatal shooting that happened on Friday, November 7, 2025 in the 2300 block of Kirby Avenue. According to CPD officers, around 12:50 p.m. they responded to a report of a fight in the 2400 block of Glass…
UPDATE: The Chattanooga Police Department and Hamilton County deputies responded to a vehicle wreck with injuries involving a school bus transporting students at the 6500 block of Middle Valley Road. The investigation indicates the driver of a red Honda Civic crossed over the double yellow lane divider attempting to pass another vehicle, striking the bus nearly head-on. The vehicle the…
MONTEAGLE, Tenn. (WDEF) — A rockslide on Monteagle caused major backups on November 4. TDOT reports debris on roadway at Mile Marker 137. The rockslide was reported at 2:33 p.m CST. The slide has caused all westbound lanes and the right shoulder to be blocked. The left shoulder is open. Categories: Bradley County, news Tags: Monteagle, Rockslide, traffic
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Meet News 12’s Pet of the Week: Letti Spaghetti! Letti Spaghetti is 7 months old with a big heart. She is cuddly and friendly. She would do best in a cat-free home. If you or anyone you know is interested in adopting Letti Spaghetti, please contact the HES. Categories: Hamilton County, Local News Tags: Humane Educational…
SPENCER, Tenn, (WDEF) – On Saturday a little after 2:00 pm Piney Volunteer Fire Department was dispatched to Fall Creek Falls State Park for an individual that had a medical emergency down the creek below the Cable Trail. The Fire Department says that the Fall Creek Falls State Park rangers quickly responded and found the patient about 1,000 feet down creek…
UPDATE: We now know more about the murder charges of a woman on Lewis Chapel Mountain last week. The Sequatchie County Sheriff’s Office charged David Gardiner and Gabriel Vilchez with homicide and abuse of a corpse. Court papers show that Vilchez was her 18 year old son. Investigators say he beat his mother to death with a ball bat while…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Police have arrested a second suspect related to a fatal shooting at a Motel 6 on Lee Highway. Police say Hallie Thomas and Guster Harfield knocked on a room at the Motel 6 on Lee Highway. Thomas talked the occupant into coming out and Hartfield shot him several times. Police arrested Harfield soon after and say…
Fire-breathing dragon – Asian Lantern Festival | Courtesy: Chattanooga Zoo CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Chattanooga Zoo has announced this year’s Asian Lantern Festival theme: Forest of Fantasy. Never-seen-before displays of gleaming fairies, mythical beasts, fire-breathing dragons and forest dwellers will be showcased along with interactive games. “This is our fourth time hosting the Asian Lantern Festival, and I think…