CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — One person died at a local hospital after being involved in a crash on Hixson Pike Saturday afternoon. At 2:00 p.m., March 1, 2025, the Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) responded to a two vehicle crash in the 6400 block of Hixson Pike. Upon arrival, officers located one person with life-threatening injuries. The person was transported…
WHITFIELD COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) — A house fire in Whitfield County claimed the life of an 88-year-old Monday morning. At 8:45 a.m., March 3, 2025, the Whitfield County Fire Department (WCFD) responded to a house fire on Tunnel Hill Varnell Road. According to the Whitfield County Coroner’s Office, one death was confirmed as a result of the fire. The victim…
CHICKAMAUGA, Ga. (WDEF) — A Chickamauga man has been arrested and charged with 27 counts of animal cruelty. On March 1, 2025 a deputy with the Walker County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) was investigating a vehicle blocking a driveway at a residence on Garretts Chapel Road. According to Walker County Sheriff Steve Wilson, 26 dead roosters were discovered strewn across the…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- UTC will soon be expanding their offerings for business students. The groundbreaking for the expansion of the Gary W. Rollins College of Business was held Monday morning. A group of representatives breaking ground on the expansion to the UTC Gary W. Rollins Business School. This will double the size of that college. The new building will have…
Kroger CEO Rodney McMullen is resigning following a probe into his personal conduct, the grocery chain said Monday. McMullen, who was both the chairman and CEO, is out after a company board investigation found that his personal conduct, “was inconsistent with Kroger’s Policy on Business Ethics,” the company said on Monday. His behavior was unrelated to business, Kroger added in the statement…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Chattanooga firefighters were on the scene of a house fire this morning in a neighborhood between Amnicola Highway and Riverside Drive. Crews responded to the 2100 block of Elena Drive after receiving reports from a neighbor who spotted flames coming from the house. Upon arrival, crews with the Chattanooga Fire Department (CFD) found smoke coming from…
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) — A man has been arrested and charged after leading authorities on a pursuit in a stolen vehicle. At 8:20 p.m., March 2, 2025, deputies with the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) tried to conduct a traffic stop for a suspected stolen Hyundai Elantra on Banks Road. When the driver refused to stop, deputies initiated a…
Final days of Mardi Gras and Tasty Donuts has the best dessert to celebrate, King Cake! CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Tasty Donuts owner Tony McInnis and operation manager A.J. McInnis are all “dough-ed” up for Mardi Gras! One of the busiest days of the year, the family business is taking hundreds to thousands of orders for their King Cakes. While…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – News 12 and The Chattanoogan teamed up to host the Tennessee Valley Bridal Fair, bringing future brides and wedding enthusiasts together for a day full of inspiration. From stunning wedding gowns to custom floral arrangements, the event offered everything needed to plan the perfect day. Future brides filled the aisles at the Bridal Fair in Chattanooga,…
CHATTANOOGA , Tenn. (WDEF) Janaria McIntosh, also known as Jay, is the passionate founder of For the Culture, an organization dedicated to giving back to the community in ways that are both practical and uplifting. Every 1st and 3rd Saturday, Jay and her dedicated team of volunteers provide free haircuts, hairstyles, and even nail services to those in need. It’s…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Tellico Plains raced out to a 16 point lead at the end of the first quarter, and they never looked back in beating Tyner 75-52 in their region tournament quarterfinals on Friday. Delilah Reed led the Bears with a game high 35 points. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: high school sports, Tellico Plains, Tyner
Soddy Daisy, TN-(WDEF-TV) The Soddy Daisy girls basketball team is off to the region semifinals. The Trojans advanced after beating Loudon 44-32 in the region quarterfinals on Friday evening. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: High School Basketball, Loudon, Soddy Daisy High School
East Ridge, TN-(WDEF-TV) For the first time in 18-years, the East Ridge boys basketball team has won their district tournament title. As Brian Armstrong reports, the Pioneers would love to dig up a few more titles in March. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: East Ridge High School, High School Basketball, sports news
SODDY DAISY, Tenn. (WDEF) – TVA is cutting down trees near the Sequoyah Nuclear Plant, citing federal safety requirements. But residents are raising concerns about the environmental impact and large sawdust mounds left behind. It’s a sight catching the attention of many near the Sequoyah Nuclear Plant as acres of trees are being cut down leaving towering mounds of sawdust. …
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — President Trump says tariffs on Mexico and Canada are about to begin. Economic commentator, Thomas Fellows, believes these tariffs will impact Chattanooga directly. He says that the trucking companies and the warehouses here will be affected. He also adds that produce prices will increase, along with medical supplies and equipment. Fellows also claims Chattanooga’s tourist industry…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — An eradicated illness is returning. Should people be concerned? A measles outbreak has started from a Mennonite community in Texas. News 12’s younger audience might not know the history of measles. Dr. Stephen Miller is the Health Officer for Hamilton County Health Department. He says, “Measles is a very communicable virus. It is usually seen…
CHATTANOOGA, TN – This week on Tech Byte we were give an exclusive inside look at the Hamilton County 9-1-1 communications center. They have enlisted the help of Evelyn, an Artificial Intelligence assistant that is taking the strain off our emergency response professionals. According to Executive Director Jeff Carney “I want to emphasize that it’s not on 911. It’s on…
Emmy award winning producer and cinematographer Tim Geers joins News 12’s Amelia Greer as the Tennessee Aquarium premieres “Call of the Dolphins 3D” on Friday, Feb. 28. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – In honor of the premiere of Call of the Dolphins 3D, Emmy award winning producer and cinematographer Tim Geers will participate in a special screening at the Tennessee Aquarium…
Comedian Kalea McNeill joins News 12’s Chip Chapman to talk about her upcoming shows at the Comedy Catch. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Comedian and actor Kalea McNeill promises for two nights of fun and laughter as she headlines at the Comedy Catch. McNeill, known for her work on Comedy Central, Netflix is a Joke Festival, and named the JFL New…
(gomocs.com) Chattanooga women’s basketball dropped a tightly-contested 74-40 decision to Furman in overtime on Thursday night in game one of the final two-game home stand of UTC’s regular season. The Mocs (13-13, 8-5 SoCon) came into Thursday’s game with their sights set on securing an important win in the push for higher SoCon Tournament seeding, but ultimately fell to the Paladins…
Chatsworth, GA-(WDEF-TV) The Murray Co girls basketball team got a sendoff party Thursday in Chatsworth. Complete with a police escort. The Indians are headed to the Final Four Friday at Georgia Southwestern University, where they will play Morgan Co at 1pm. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Basketball, final four, Murray County High School
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Here we are at the end of February, and the Mocs are already knee-deep into spring football practice. Brian Armstrong checks in on the team’s progress. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News, Sports – UTC Mocs Tags: Football, Sports, UTC Mocs
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – A major development proposed for Missionary Ridge is facing strong opposition from neighbors who say it’s too dense for the proposed area. The Doolittle Farms project, which would bring more than 1,700 housing units to a forested hill between Tunnel Boulevard and South Chickamauga Creek, is set for a March 10 rezoning hearing. While the developer…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Hamilton County Sheriff Austin Garrett addressed the Rotary Club Thursday morning. The Sheriff was the special guest for the Rotary Club and he had multiple talking points. He addressed the Rotary Club about the sheriff’s office’s past, plans for the future, and their successes. Sheriff Garrett also discussed a new immigration plan. He says, “Some people…