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Dunlap traffic stop leads to arrest of Grundy County man
DUNLAP, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Dakota Johnson of Grundy County has been arrested and charged with reckless endangerment, among other charges, in Sequatchie County following a failed traffic stop. Dunlap…
Former Trump adviser John Bolton indicted for allegedly mishandling classified info
President Trump's former national security adviser John Bolton was indicted in Maryland on Thursday for allegedly mishandling classified information by sharing diary entries about his time…
New Food City location set to open on Highway 58
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Food city is happy to announce that their new 54,000 square-foot store is ready for its grand opening on October 22 at 4510 Highway 58 in Chattanooga! The location will come equipped with many premium services, …
Join Mickey Mouse on his search for Tinker Bell with 'Disney on Ice' this weekend!
Disney on Ice returns to McKenzie Arena this weekend and skaters Katarina and Graham Hockley join News 12's Chip Chapman to share their experience and career journey. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)…
Signal Mountain Beats Soddy Daisy 7-0 in District Finals
Signal Mountain, TN-(WDEF-TV) The Signal Mountain soccer team took care of business against rival Soddy Daisy in their district finals match-up on Thursday. The Eagles rolled to…
Signal Mountain Turns Back Central Magnet to Punch Their Ticket to State
Signal Mountain, TN-(WDEF-TV) The Signal Mountain volleyball team is headed back to the state tournament again. The Eagles advance to Murfreesboro after beating Central Magnet 3-1.
CSAS Headed to the State Tournament
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The CSAS volleyball team is headed to the state tournament in Murfreesboro. The Patriots defeated West Greene 3-0 in sub-state play.
Cleveland Falls 3-2 to Siegel in Sub-State
Cleveland, TN-(WDEF-TV) The Cleveland volleyball team lost a heartb reaker to Siegel in sub-state action on Thursday. The Stars won 3-2 to advance to the state tournament in Murfreesboro.
Murray County residents voice concerns over proposed biowaste plant
MURRAY COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF)- There is increasing outrage in Murray County due to a proposed biowaste facility. (more…)
Wings Over North Georgia Returns
ROME, GA. (WDEF) - The Wings Over North Georgia Air Show returns to Russell Regional Airport this weekend, expanding to a three-day event filled with aerial stunts, live music, and fireworks.…
Smucker’s Sues Trader Joe’s Over Alleged Uncrustables Copycat Product
The JM Smucker Company filed a trademark infringement lawsuit in Ohio against Trader Joe's, claiming the grocery chain's crustless peanut butter and jelly sandwiches copy their popular Uncrustables brand. Smucker's alleges Trader Joe's product is "an obvious copycat" featuring identical…
British Library Restores Oscar Wilde’s Card 130 Years After Gay Conviction
The British Library has reinstated Oscar Wilde's reader's card, 130 years after revoking his access following his 1895 conviction for "gross indecency" based on homosexual relationships. Library trustees had canceled Wilde's card in June 1895, weeks into his two-year prison…
Nova Scotia Town To Elect Four-Legged Mayor From Field Of 10 Pet Candidates
Amherst, Nova Scotia is partnering with the Lillian Allbon Animal Shelter to choose the town's inaugural "pet mayor" from 10 animal candidates. Public voting on the shelter's website costs CA$5 ($3.56 U.S.) per vote, with proceeds supporting shelter animals. Nine…
Anonymous Climber Reveals Secrets Behind 30-Year University Of Montana Pumpkin Tradition
A pumpkin has appeared atop the University of Montana's Main Hall spire for the 30th straight year, continuing a mysterious homecoming tradition that began in 1995. An anonymous climber recently disclosed how the nighttime prank works to NBC Montana. The…
Swiss Shoe Company Faces Class Action Over Allegedly Squeaky Sneakers
On Inc., a Swiss shoe manufacturer with North American headquarters in Portland, faces a federal class action lawsuit over squeaking sneakers. Law firm Markowitz Herbold filed the case last week in Portland federal court, claiming On's CloudTec technology produces "a…
Entertainment Tidbits
Ed Williams, remembered for playing Ted Olson on ABC’s Police Squad! and in The Naked Gun films, died at 98 on October 2nd in Los Angeles. Williams also appeared in Father Of The Bride as the minister who married Annie…
CNN Launches All Access Streaming Service At $6.99 Monthly
CNN will debut its All Access subscription service October 28 for $6.99 per month or $69.99 annually. Launch pricing offers the yearly plan at $41.99. The service includes live programming from CNN's domestic and international channels plus original shows and…
Netflix Picks Up ‘Pop Culture Jeopardy!’ For Season 2 After Amazon Exit
Netflix has renewed Pop Culture Jeopardy! for a second season after Amazon Prime Video decided to change its game show strategy. Colin Jost is in talks to return as host for the 2026 season. Amazon and Sony Pictures Television reached…
New Food City location set to open on Highway 58
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Food city is happy to announce that their new 54,000 square-foot store is ready for its grand opening on October 22 at 4510 Highway 58 in Chattanooga! The location will come equipped with many premium services, …
East Ridge announces 3rd Annual Community Thanksgiving
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The city of East Ridge has officially announced the 3rd Annual East Ridge Community Thanksgiving happening on November 24, 2025. It will take place at the Camp Jordan Arena on…
Residents form group that wants Enterprise South Nature Park preserved
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A group of citizens have formed an organization in response to a proposed land swap in Hamilton County. (more…)
Fallout continues from Red Bank tax mishap
RED BANK, Tenn. (WDEF)- The fallout is continuing from a tax assessment mistake in Red Bank. (more…)
Park planned to overlook the runway of Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- You will soon be able to watch airplanes take off near the Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport. (more…)
Little Debbie Hamilton County Fair announces schedule for 2025 event
SALE CREEK, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Little Debbie Hamilton County Fair has revealed their daily schedule for their fun-filled event at McDonald Farm in Sale Creek. The fair will take…
City Council members voice concerns, but move ahead on Northgate TIF proposal
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The proposal to turn Northgate Mall into a special tax district continues to stir debate. (more…)
Tennessee Riverpark to close for six months
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A popular walking bridge along the Tennessee Riverpark is set to close next week in order for it to be replaced. Hamilton County Parks Director…
Drugs, firearms, and explosives seized in Ooltewah
OOLTEWAH, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Hamilton County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) has executed a narcotics search warrant in the 9000 block of Pleasant Lane in Ooltewah, leading to multiple…
Brush fire spreads to storage building in Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Chattanooga Fire Department (CFD) responded to multiple calls about a brush fire at the 5700 block of Brainerd Rd. The reports came in at…
What's Right With Our Schools: CGLA Activity Building
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) -Great things are happening at Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy. They recently cut the ribbon on their new Student Activity Center. Let's take a look inside…
Former East Ridge city judge arrested following a death threat
Former East Ridge City Judge Cris Helton has been arrested in Florida after making a death threat. Helton faces charges of threatening to kill his wife and her friend in…
Chattanooga Market set to host local STEM organizations for national "Smart is Cool" day
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Chattanooga Market will be celebrating national "Smart is Cool" day with many local organizations attending! The national day is on October 22nd,…
McDonald Farm preservation tied to Enterprise South Nature Park
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp revealed his plan to preserve McDonald Farm last week. Matt Folz is the Director of Hamilton County Parks. He said, “I would love to…
McKamey Animal Center hosting adoption event at Crown Subaru Dealership
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Crown Subaru has teamed up with the McKamey Animal Center as part of their Subaru Loves Pets initiative to host an adoption event on October 11, 2025. The event is taking place at 7700 Lee Highway,…
Erlanger Park on track to open in six months
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Once the remnants of Chattanooga’s…
Mayor Wamp announces proposal for land use exchange for McDonald Farm and Enterprise South Nature Park
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)- The future of McDonald Farm has been the center of debate for years. (more…)
Volkswagen employee and union barginer testifies at Senate hearing
WASHINGTON (WDEF)- A Volkswagen employee and union leader testified on Capitol Hill Wednesday morning. (more…)
19 year old shot on Kirby Street Wednesday
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A 19 year old male was shot Wednesday afternoon in Chattanooga. (more…)
Juvenile arrested for shooting on Windsor Street
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)-A juvenile is in custody following a shooting two weeks ago. Chattanooga Police say they believe that male shot a 17 year old female at a home on the 2300 block…
Solid Orange Drive Thru in Cleveland
CLEVELAND, TN (WDEF) -It's Tennessee Alabama week! With both teams ranked in the top 11, the stakes could not be *any* higher for Saturday night's showdown in Tuscaloosa. More…
Bail bondsman shootout in Cleveland
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Cleveland Police report an arrest after a dramatic confrontation between a bail bondsman and suspects this morning. They say the bondsman from Cumberland County tried to apprehend Jacob…
SK Foods celebrates grand opening of Cleveland plant
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF)- Bradley County’s newest…
Sheriff Steve Lawson of Bradley County announces bid for re-election
BRADLEY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Sheriff Steve Lawson has announced on Thursday that he will be seeking re-election as Bradley County Sheriff. "In 2018, the people of Bradley County allowed me…
Rabies vaccination baits to be dropped throughout Eastern Tennessee
SIGNAL MOUNTAIN, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Signal Mountain Police Department said our region will be getting some help to protect people and pets from the threat of…
What's Right With Our Schools: Cleveland Middle School's "We the People"
CLEVELAND, TN (WDEF) - Eighth graders at Cleveland Middle School recently got a civics lesson they won't soon forget. The students marched onto the football…
What's Right With Our Schools: Cleveland City Schools Historic Growth
CLEVELAND, TN (WDEF) - Cleveland City Schools is extra proud of their latest TCAP testing results Students across the district reached five-year highs in math, science,…
What's Right With Our Schools Cleveland High School Welding Grant
CLEVELAND, TN (WDEF) - In today's rapidly evolving workforce, careers in the trades are looking more attractive than ever. The American Welding Society Foundation recently awarded…
Fire crews battle house fire on Brentwood Drive in Athens
ATHENS, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Athens Fire Department (AFD) worked a structure fire Monday afternoon. At 3:24 p.m., August 25, 2025, AFD responded to the fire on Brentwood Drive. Upon arrival, crews found the back…
Bradley County EMS assists with overturned truck on North Lee Highway
BRADLEY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A driver caught a lucky break after an accident on North Lee Highway Tuesday morning. On August 19, 2025, Bradley…
Judge tells Liner not to stall over attorney situation in murder case
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF)- A Bradley County judge is warning a man charged with the murder of his ex-wife against stalling future proceedings. (more…)
What's Right With Our Schools: Cleveland High Aviation Grant
CLEVELAND, TN (WDEF) -- TDOT has awarded $22,000 to Cleveland High School's Aviation Program. The money will go be used to prepare future pilots, engineers and aerospace…
Man arrested in Bradley County after authorities uncover large-scale money scam ring
BRADLEY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A man was arrested after authorities uncovered a large-scale money scam ring that was targeting a vulnerable resident. According to the Bradley County Sheriff's Office (BCSO), the victim involved…
Wacker confirms 90 layoffs at Bradley County facility
BRADLEY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Officials at the Wacker Chemical Corporation have put a number on the layoffs coming to their plant in Charleston. Last week, the…
Florida woman charged after crash kills her two children in Bradley County
BRADLEY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A Florida woman was arrested in Bradley County after a crash killed her son and daughter. On Monday, July 14, 2025, around 11:00 a.m., a Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP)…
What's Right With Our Schools: STEM Summer Camp
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The Museum Center at 5Points turned up the energy for local students. Last week, rising fifth through seventh graders dove into hands-on learning at…
TBI agents investigating officer involved shooting in Cleveland
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) special agents are investigating an officer involved shooting in Cleveland. On Sunday June 29, 2025, at 11:23 p.m., a…
Firework shows happening across the News 12 viewing area
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The fourth of July is a week from today, and we've compiled a list of firework shows happening around our area. The list is by date, here are the following shows…
Liner says he cannot pay for attorney as murder trial date is set
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Cleveland man charged with the…
Crews battle large blaze near Resolute Products facility in Calhoun
CALHOUN, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Late Monday night, the Cleveland Fire Department (CFD) responded to a major fire in Calhoun. The fire broke out near the Resolute…
Man fatally stabbed in Whitfield County
DALTON, Ga. (WDEF) -- During the night of October 1st, the Whitfield County Sheriff's Office (WCSO) responded to a call at the Dollar General on Beaverdale Road about a female covered…
Calhoun man sentenced for attempted murder after stabbing his girlfriend
WHITFIELD COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) -- A Calhoun man will be behind bars for three decades after being convicted of attempted murder. On October 24, 2025, Terry Lee Chamlee purchased a knife from a…
Dalton parents arrested after toddler dies in car seat at home
DALTON, Ga. (WDEF) -- Two Dalton parents have been arrested and charged after their 22-month-old son was found dead in a car seat inside their home earlier this summer. On June 5, 2025, police were…
Dalton Police searching for suspect who used counterfeit money at local store
DALTON, Ga. (WDEF) -- The Dalton Police Department (DPD) is reaching out to the public in hopes of identifying a suspect who allegedly used counterfeit money to make a purchase. On Friday, August 22, 2025, shortly before 7:00…
Whitfield County authorities make arrest in New Zion Hill Road murder
WHITFIELD COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) -- A man was arrested in connection to a murder on New Zion Hill Road. In the evening hours of August 19, 2025, deputies with the Whitfield County Sheriff's Office…
Whitfield County authorities arrest suspect in connection with armed robbery at Dixie Corner
UPDATE (8/5/2025): Authorities in Whitfield County have made an arrest in regard to the armed robbery Tuesday morning. Whitfield…
Whitfield County Sheriff's Office donates hundreds of backpacks
WHITFIELD COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) -- The Whitfield County Sheriff’s Office gave back to their community on Friday. Whitfield County Sheriff Darren Pierce wants the community to know that…
Early morning fire destroys vacant Dalton home, fire officials say
DALTON, Ga. (WDEF) -- Crews with the Dalton Fire Department (DFD) responded to a house fire on Fairview Drive early Wednesday morning. DFD arrived at 500…
Whitfield County authorities arrest known gang member following major drug bust
WHITFIELD COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) -- The Whitfield County Sheriff's Office (WCSO) uncovered, what they're calling, one of the largest drug busts in Whitfield County history.…
Fire crews knock down fire at Cohutta Dollar General
COHUTTA, Ga. (WDEF) -- Fire crews responded Monday to a working fire at the Dollar General located at 4525 Cleveland Highway. Crews were able to bring the fire under control after confirming the primary search of the building…
Cohutta Police Department searching for driver in Apison Road hit-and-run
COHUTTA, Ga. (WDEF) -- Police are asking for help identifying the driver of a truck involved in a hit-and-run crash early Saturday morning. The incident happened between 3:00 and 4:00 a.m. on June 29, 2025…
Dalton police searching for person suspected of stealing tools from Christian Heritage School
DALTON, Ga. (WDEF) -- The Dalton Police Department (DPD) is asking the public for help in identifying a man who stole tools from Christian Heritage School. Surveillance cameras first captured the suspect at 2:00 a.m., June 8, 2025. He…
Whitfield County authorities searching for wanted man
WHITFIELD COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) -- The Whitfield County Sheriff's Office (WCSO) is asking for the public’s help in locating a man wanted on multiple felony charges. WCSO says Dallas Brendel is facing several serious…
One dead in multi-vehicle crash on I-75 northbound in Whitfield County
WHITFIELD COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) -- A woman from Dalton was killed in a two-vehicle crash early Friday morning on I-75 northbound. The Georgia State Patrol (GSP) said troopers responded around 6:44 a.m. on June 20, 2025 to the crash near…
Forever chemical test results in North Georgia alarm scientists
CHATSWORTH, Ga. (WDEF)- A group of environmental scientists in northwest Georgia say recent test results of forever chemicals in North Georgia have them alarmed. (more…)
GBI investigates deadly officer-involved shooting in Dalton
WHITFIELD COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) -- Authorities in Whitfield County are investigating an officer involved shooting in Dalton. At 10:40 p.m., Tuesday, June 3, 2025, detectives with the Dalton Police…
Authorities in Cohutta searching for wanted offender
COHUTTA, Ga. (WDEF) -- Authorities in Cohutta are searching for a woman who is facing several charges. Natasha Reynolds is wanted for littering/dumping in a local park, giving false information,…
Ximena Arias-Cristobal granted bond in deportation case
UPDATE: We spoke with Arias-Cristobal's lawyer, Dustin Baxter, who says that the judge instantly saw that Arias-Cristobal was deserving of this bond…
Internet outage delays Dalton teen's deportation bond hearing
DALTON, Ga. (WDEF)- A Dalton teen who police say was wrongly arrested a few weeks ago was supposed to face her deportation hearing Tuesday. (more…)
Community members frustrated with Dalton Police following mistaken arrest that could get college student deported
DALTON, Ga. (WDEF)- 19 year old Xiamena Aries-Cristobal was arrested last week in Dalton. (more…)
