Expect some “Hearts and Hisses” at the Chattanooga Zoo this weekend!

The Chattanooga Zoo’s Jake Cash, Sam Sanders, and Indigo Montoya the snake joins News 12’s Amelia Greer to preview the upcoming Valentine’s Day themed event “Hearts and Hisses.” CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – For those looking for a late Valentine’s Day celebration, the Chattanooga Zoo has the perfect date set up with their “Hearts and Hisses” event. Included with standard admission…

Local Puppy Bowl brings wagging tails and forever homes

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)– It was game day at McKamey Animal Center, where the competition was fierce, but instead of trophies, these four-legged athletes were after something much more valuable: a loving home. As puppies tumbled and raced around, their tails wagging with excitement, the adoption floor was buzzing with families eager to find their newest member. Standing in the middle of…

Late-Night Shooting Outside AMC Chattanooga 18

HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)–Late Saturday night, East Ridge Police responded to a shooting outside the AMC Chattanooga 18. Late last night, East Ridge Police responded to a shooting outside the AMC Chattanooga 18. According to East Ridge Assistant Police Chief Josh Creel, the incident occurred in the rear parking lot of the theater. Due to conflicting reports suggesting the suspect…

Soddy Daisy Police engaged in a foot pursuit with a burglary suspect

HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)– On Saturday, at approximately 6:15 p.m., Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) deputies were alerted that Soddy Daisy Police Department personnel were engaged in a foot pursuit with a burglary suspect near Soddy Lake. Deputies responded to the area near Durham Street after receiving reports that the suspect had entered the lake in an attempt to evade…

Press Conference Held for McMinn County Incident

ATHENS, Tenn. (WDEF) – A safety scare at McMinn County High School has parents and students on edge as officials are speaking out on how they’re working to keep students safe.  Last week, two students from McMinn County High School in Tennessee were suspended after making threats on social media.  “A parent was very concerned over a video recording he…

Erlanger’s Believe Bash Brings Bollywood Glamour

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — It’s time to embrace vibrant colors, dazzling glamour, and rich cultural traditions—Erlanger’s Believe Bash is just around the corner! This highly anticipated annual event serves as a major fundraiser for Erlanger, the region’s largest healthcare system and employer. The funds raised will directly support Erlanger’s charitable initiatives, helping to fund projects that benefit both adults and…

Blessing Creek Farms celebrates “Hug a Cow Day”

ROCK SPRING, Ga. (WDEF) — Blessing Creek Farms is celebrating “Hug a Cow Day”, offering people a unique opportunity to connect with these gentle animals. If you’ve ever needed a reason to hug a cow, now you have one! Blessing Creek Farms is celebrating “Hug a Cow Day”, offering people a unique opportunity to connect with these gentle animals. This…

Chattanooga Attack Softball Team cleans up Red Bank

RED BANK, Tenn. (WDEF) — The City of Red Bank partnered with Green Steps to help clean up the community, bringing together volunteers for a rescheduled MLK Cleanup Day. Among those who stepped up to serve was the Chattanooga Attack Softball Team, a group of young athletes determined to make a difference. What was supposed to be a January event turned…

Chattanooga Women’s Basketball Returns to the Win Column with 74-59 Victory Over Western Carolina

GoMocs-Chattanooga women’s basketball quickly found its way back into the win column on Saturday, with the Mocs grabbing a wire-to-wire victory over Western Carolina in what ended up being a 74-59 win for UTC when all was said and done. The Mocs (11-11, 6-3 SoCon) shot the lights out of the gym on Saturday in the Roundhouse, with UTC ending…

Juror to recount Jason Chen trial in podcast

  CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Two weeks ago, Jason Chen was convicted of premeditated first degree murder and sentenced to life without parole in the 2022 killing of Jasmine Pace. Evidence at trial showed Chen stabbed Pace 60 times, then left her body inside of a suitcase on the side of Suck Creek Road. One of the 16 jurors who was…

NWS Morristown confirms two tornadoes in last nights storms

MORRISTOWN, Tenn. (WDEF) —  The National Weather Service (NWS) in Morristown, Tennessee has confirmed tornadoes were produced from last nights storms. NWS posted on Facebook their preliminary storm survey results found two tornadoes from the February 6, 2025 storms. One EF-2 tornado was confirmed in Deer, Lodge, Tennessee, located in Morgan County, with maximum winds of 135 miles per hour….

Women’s Policy Conference honors Dr. Carol Berz

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The 7th annual Statewide Women’s Policy Conference was held on Thursday and Friday. The conference is designed for women to come together to discuss issues most important to them. A full ballroom at the 7th annual statewide Women’s Policy Conference. This year, the conference is being dedicated to the late Dr. Carol Berz, who passed away in…

Young Entrepreneur Brings Tech to help Ladies on Their Path to Greatness

CHATTANOOGA, TN – Today is National Wear Red for Woman Day so we invited a young female entrepreneur in to show off the latest tech she’s developed to help women become the best versions of themselves. Melissa Ingrid Lawrence is full of heart and passion.  She’s also the inventor of My Vision Planner, and while she’s not a tech person…

The Chocolate Box has sweet options for your sweetheart

The Chocolate Box’s Nichelle Patel joins News 12’s Amelia Greer to preview Valentine’s Day treat options that are simply beary-cute! CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Valentine’s Day is just a week away and The Chocolate Box has plenty of sweet options for your sweetheart! Nichelle Patel brings artistry and deliciousness together again to showcase a variety of treats on her special…

Possible tornado in Tennessee kills mother, daughter, leaves “severe property damage”

A possible tornado that swept through a swath of north-central Tennessee on Thursday night killed a mother and daughter and injured at least three other people as it caused “severe property damage,” officials said. The Morgan County Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency said on Facebook that the two were from the “same household.” The agency said the possible twister hit the…