CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Opportunities are knocking for job seekers in Chattanooga as Goodwill and Spotlight Staffing team up for a hiring event, offering up resume tips and immediate openings for those applying. The event, hosted at the Goodwill Opportunity Center, focused on connecting job seekers with immediate opportunities in skilled trades and manufacturing positions. Free services offered at Goodwill…
RINGGOLD, GA (WDEF) – A devastating house fire in Ringgold, Georgia, has left one person dead and two others injured. This morning, a fire tore through a home in Ringgold, Georgia, claiming the life of one person and leaving two others injured. The homeowner, who was found outside with visible injuries to his hands, told firefighters that his wife was…
SWEETWATER, Tenn. (WDEF) — Two separate pursuits across multiple counties in East Tennessee ended in the arrests of two wanted felons on Tuesday, February 4, 2025. The first pursuit began when officers attempted a traffic stop on a burglary suspect. The suspect, identified as Arthur Wright, sped away, leading authorities through Loudon County and into the City of Loudon. Due…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A resolution to introduce term limits for the Hamilton County Mayor has been tabled by the Commission. Mayor Weston Wamp proposed that the position would be limited to two terms. He told News 12 last week he would like for county residents to get to vote on the issue in a referendum. However, Commissioner Lee Helton motioned…
RINGGOLD, Ga. (WDEF) — A Ringgold house fire claimed the life of one woman and injured two others early this morning. Shortly before 4:00 a.m., Catoosa County E-911 received a call from a neighbor reporting the house next door was on fire. Crews with the Catoosa County Fire Department (CCFD) were dispatched to 113 Garden Grove lane. Upon arrival, crews…
WHITFIELD COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) — Whitfield County authorities have made a second arrest in connection to the Pleasant Grove Park shooting that occurred in August of 2024. The Whitfield County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) and the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) arrested 18-year-old Andres Jared Guzmas in Andres Jared Guzman / Whitfield County Sheriff’s Office via Facebook Rome, Georgia on February…
UPDATE (2/5/2025): The suspect wanted for a homicide/arson last night in Gordon County has been captured. The Gordon County Sheriff’s Office (GCSO) stated that Christopher Lee Dixon was located underneath a mobile home. He was shot by authorities during the apprehension. Dixon is receiving treatment and is expected to survive. He will face multiple charges, including murder. More information will…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — An electrical issue sparked a house fire Wednesday morning on the east side of Chattanooga. Crews with the Chattanooga Fire Department (CFD) were dispatched to the 3900 block of Grace Avenue at 6:50 a.m. Upon arrival, crews saw flames on the back corner of the structure. According to CFD, the residents were on the front porch,…
Creative Discovery Museum’s Mackenzie Steele joins News 12’s Amelia Greer to preview one of the museum’s biggest events of the year, AmuseUM! She also highlights the upcoming fundraiser and registration for summer camp. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Creative Discovery museum is preparing for their biggest fundraiser of the year and opens registration for summer camp. Registration for the Creative…
UPDATE (2/6/2025): The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has announced that they’ve found Frank McDonough safe. HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) has issued a Silver Alert for a man out of Hamilton County. The TBI states that Frank McDonough has been missing since Monday morning. McDonough is 62-years-old, 6 feet tall, 152 pounds, with brown…
Tennessee Aquarium’s Alison Pryor returns to talk about new offers to college students, summer camp, date night at the Aquarium, and upcoming IMAX releases. CHATTANOOGA. Tenn. (WDEF) – Tennessee Aquarium is offering fun activities for students and sweethearts this February. While it’s warmer this week, it’s never too early to get ahead on summer plans. Registration for their summer camp…
OOLTEWAH, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Tri-Community Volunteer Fire Department (TCVFD) responded to a house fire on Gypsy Lane Tuesday afternoon. A little after 3:00 p.m., TCVFD were dispatched to the scene. Upon arrival, crews found heavy smoke coming from the house and flames coming up from the roof. TCVFD deployed a defensive attack, however the house still sustained heavy fire…
CHARLESTON, Tenn. — Bradley County is set to see a significant economic boost as Linde Inc., a global leader in industrial gases and engineering, announced plans to invest more than $70 million in a new facility. The air separation facility, strategically located along the I-75 corridor in Charleston, will produce liquid oxygen, nitrogen, and argon to serve industries across Tennessee,…
Soddy Daisy, TN-(WDEF-TV) After trailing by as many as 10 points in the third quarter, East Hamilton rallied to beat Soddy Daisy 50-44. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Notre Dame claimed their regular season district championship on Tuesday evening at Phifer Gym, as they beat rival Silverdale 50-46. The Irish were unbeaten in district play this year. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
FLINTSTONE, GA (WDEF) – Geoff James has a great sense of humor. He mixes that with a healthy dose of caring to make sure that every student in his Chattanooga Valley Middle School class is on the same page. It’s working. See for yourself in this week’s Golden Apple. “On behalf of Food City and news 12, I would like…
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF) — A crash in East Ridge Monday afternoon leaves its emergency services building badly damaged by a juvenile driver. No one was injured. Both police and fire services are still operational. “The employees immediately turned around, ran back into the office, and began life-saving efforts for the occupant of the vehicle, extracting her from the car,”…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Siskin Hospital is celebrating a remarkable 35 years of healing, thriving, and helping others. Throughout February, the hospital will mark this incredible milestone with events and reflections on how far it’s come. Vice President of Patient Access and Marketing, Terresa, shared her thoughts on this special anniversary. “35 years is a long time, and just thinking…
FAYETTEVILLE, GA (WDEF) – The Super Bowl isn’t just about football, it’s also one of the biggest stages for brands to showcase powerful, game-changing commercials. And this year, one ad is making history for its focus on accessibility. Google Workspace is set to debut a commercial featuring Cory Lee, a world traveler and advocate who has spent years proving that…
ATLANTA, Ga. (WDEF)- Georgia legislators unveiled a series of proposals concerning school safety this week. Last September, four people were killed at Apalachee High School just to the east of Atlanta. The perpetrator in that shooting was a 14 year old student. Now, state legislators are proposing several initiatives to combat the issue. This includes the creation of a statewide…
MARION COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) — A Marion County woman has been arrested and is being charged with financial exploitation and forgery charges. In July of 2024, detectives with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigations (TBI) launched and investigation into a referral from the Adult Protect Services. According to TBI, referral was in regards to some irregularities in financial records of some…
DETROIT, Mi. (WDEF) — Authorities in Detroit are seeking assistance in locating an arson suspect who is believed to be heading down south. On August 15, 2024, at 1:43 p.m., a suspect walked up to a white 2018 Chevy Traverse in the parking of a Post Office located at the 17300 block of Harper. Detroit Arson Suspect / Detroit Fire…
SODDY DAISY, Tenn. (WDEF) — Two juveniles have been arrested in connection to the auto theft and burglaries in Soddy Daisy over the weekend. On February 2, 2025, at 1:30 a.m., officers with the Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) responded to the 5600 block of Sofias Circle. Upon arrival, officers were made aware of a 2019 Honda CRV that had been…
Waffle House is adding a 50-cent per egg surcharge to customers’ orders, citing the impact of ongoing egg shortages and rising prices caused by bird flu. Instead of increasing prices across its menu, the 24-hour breakfast chain is opting for “a temporary targeted surcharge tied to the unprecedented rise in egg prices,” the Norcross, Georgia-based company said in a statement. “While we…