OOLTEWAH, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Tennessee bureau of Investigation (TBI) is investigating the Ooltewah SWAT standoff that turned deadly Tuesday night. At around 2:30 p.m., Hamilton County deputies responded to a report of a man walking around with a gun on Rising Fawn Lane. When deputies came in contact with the man, he fled inside and returned with a gun….
LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN, Tenn. (WDEF) — A worker making repairs on the Incline Railway had to be rescued by the Chattanooga Fire Department (CFD) after suffering a fall Wednesday afternoon. The incident occurred just after 1:30 p.m. on February 26, 2025, as crews continued restoration efforts following a fire in December. CFD responded to multiple points along the Incline and quickly…
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF) — One man was shot and killed in East Ridge Tuesday. Officers responded to the 1500 block of Garner Circle for a shots fired/person shot call. Upon arrival, authorities found a man suffering from a gunshot wound to the chest. Police provided “Stop the Bleed” care to the victim until EMS arrived on scene. The victim…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Known for his work on Cosmos, StarTalk, Nova Science Now, and the occasional guest appearance on Big Bang Theory, famed astrophysicist Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson visits the Scenic City for an out of this world presentation. On February 27 at 7:30 P.M., Neil deGrasse Tyson will give his “Cosmic Collisions” presentation at the Memorial Auditorium. Tickets are still…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Four dogs were rescued, but only three survived after a kitchen fire in a North Chattanooga home Tuesday evening. At 5:45 p.m., February 25, 2025, crews with the Chattanooga Fire Department responded to the 300 block of Pine Ridge Road. Upon arrival, crews quickly extinguished a fire that started in the kitchen of the residence. Four…
OOLTEWAH, Tenn. (WDEF) – We’re learning new details following a tense standoff in Chattanooga yesterday that ended in tragedy. Authorities confirm the man who opened fire on officers is now deceased after a house fire consumed the residence where he had barricaded himself. The incident began around 3:30 p.m. on the 8400 block of Rising Fawn Place when the suspect…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) After trailing by ten at halftime, CCS rallied to beat Harpeth Hall 63-55 in their state tournament opener. MoMo Moore led the way for the Chargers with 39 points. CCS advances to their first ever Elite Eight. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: CCS, Harpeth Hall, high school sports
Ringgold, GA-(WDEF-TV) Heritage lost a heart-breaker to Baldwin in the Elite Eight on Tuesday by a final of 50-49. The Generals Camdyn Carter hit a three-pointer with four seconds left to tie the game at 49. Baldwin then inbounded the ball, and they were fouled. Janaye Walker hit one of two foul shots with 1.1 seconds left to secure the…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Tennessee’s Attorney General has joined a coalition of 38 states and territories urging the U.S. Food and Drug Administration FDA to take stronger action against counterfeit versions of popular weight loss and diabetes medications like Ozempic and Wegovy. The demand comes as concerns grow over the rise of fake and potentially dangerous versions of these drugs,…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- With spring training in full swing, the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC) Library has released a new digital collection that offers a deep dive into the early history of the Chattanooga Lookouts. Titled Sandy Sandlin Chattanooga Lookouts Photographs, the collection features a treasure trove of images, memorabilia, and newspaper clippings dating back as early as 1912….
TRENTON, GA (WDEF) – Mike Beeler is a dedicated teacher, who always goes the extra mile for his students at Dade County High. He genuinely cares about them and their success in and out of the classroom. Throw in a dash of fun and creativity, and you have a recipe for tonight’s Golden Apple Award. “Mr. Beeler, he comes…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Chattanooga Police have arrested a woman in connection to the daycare child abuse investigation. According to the Chattanooga Police Department (CPD), their Special Victims Unit Investigator Tonya Lively presented the facts to the Hamilton County Grand Jury. The Hamilton County Grand Jury returned an indictment, charging Tonya Lively with one count of Felony Child Abuse. She…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The city of Red Bank and White Oak Bicycle Co-Op are teaming up to open a new traffic garden The new park plan for the city of Red Bank promotes biking. This led to the creation of the traffic garden. Jeffrey Grabe is the Parks & Recreation Manager for the city of Red Bank. He says, “The…
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) — A Cleveland City school is expanding. Candy’s Creek Cherokee Elementary school had their grand expansion today. The new additions include multiple new classrooms that will be able to be used by all grades and special ed. The school was in need of expansion. Some classes, like the art class, had to use part of the gym…
BRADLEY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) — One person is dead after a fatal accident in Bradley County Monday afternoon. According to the Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP), a 2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser was traveling southbound on I-75 near mile marker 22. Meanwhile an unoccupied 2013 Freightliner was disabled on the right shoulder. The 2014 FJ Cruiser failed to maintain its lane and…
DUNLAP, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Dunlap Fire Department (DFD) responded to a vehicle fire early Tuesday morning. At 4:30 a.m., February 25, 2025, DFD was dispatched to the southbound exit ramp of Highway 111 at Lewis Chapel Road. Upon arrival, crews found a pickup truck fully engulfed in flames. Firefighters quickly worked to extinguish the fire, preventing further damage. No…
Kevin Lusk with the Medical Foundation of Chattanooga joins News 12’s Amelia Greer to encourage patients to say thank you and nominate their doctors for National Doctors’ Day. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Give thanks to the doctor that keeps you healthy by nominating them for National Doctors’ Day. Kevin Lusk with the Medical Foundation of Chattanooga says, “Physicians spend a…
Cleveland, TN-(WDEF-TV) The Cleveland girls basketball team appeared to be on a mission in the finals of their district tournament on Monday night at Walker Valley High School. The Lady Raiders took an early lead and never looked back in beating Rhea Co 78-35 for the tournament title. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Cleveland High School, High School…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Hamilton County Schools is taking a major step to ensure its facilities remain clean, safe, and welcoming for students and staff. After reviewing 13 applications, the board has narrowed down two potential candidates. As part of the selection process, two companies presented their proposals today, outlining their plans to provide top-tier cleaning services across all Hamilton…
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) – Students at Hunter Middle are making great strides in robotics and mathematics, but they are also excelling in the arts and athletics. Feast your eyes on a few of their recent accomplishments in tonight’s What’s Right With Our Schools. Heidi Moses is the Principal at Hunter Middle. She says, “We strive to provide academic press and…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Chattanooga Zoo has welcomed two new female warthogs, marking an exciting milestone in its history. The warthogs, named Peanut and Big Girl, arrived in late January from a zoo in Florida and have joined Everett, the male warthog, in the Cape of Africa expansion. Jake Cash, Chattanooga Zoo Director of Marketing and Communications, shared details about…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Caregivers work hard to care for our loved ones. Right at Home in Home Care and Assistance is promoting care for their caregivers. Caregivers can give too much and leave themselves with burnout. Bryan Hensley the owner of Right at Home says, “Both professional caregivers and family caregivers find ways to take care of yourself. Take…
DEKALB COUNTY, Al. (WDEF) — The DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) is teaming up with the DeKalb County Animal Adoption Center (DCAAC) on a new initiative aimed at helping shelter dogs find permanent homes while providing inmates with a meaningful rehabilitation opportunity. As part of the program, inmates will work with a different shelter dog each month, teaching them basic…
Cabbage has been adopted! Meet News 12’s Pet of the Week, Cabbage! The Humane Educational Society (HES) says Cabbage has soulful brown eyes, and a soft, fluffy coat. Cabbage is probably the gentlest puppy you’ll ever meet, and is great with kids. She loves to play, belly rubs, and cuddles. Cabbage also is known to get the zoomies! HES says…