Family Justice Center hosts 10th annual Domestic Violence Awareness Conference
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Family Justice Center is continuing its mission to raise awareness and fight against domestic violence. On October 24, the center will…
Walker Rocks Park completes expansion with features for all abilities
ROCK SPRING, Ga. (WDEF) - The Walker Rocks Park expansion at the Walker County Civic Center is now officially open to the public. This project was…
Concerns rising over effects of tariffs on niche items
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- For some passions, the lengths to…
Kickoff held for World of Bluegrass Festival
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Chattanooga’s newest music festival has kicked off. (more…)
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,…
Hamilton County Schools to require security screenings for athletic events and board meetings
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Individuals who wish to attend Hamilton County School's (HCS) athletic events or board meetings with be required to go through security screenings. HCS made this announcement in a release on Monday evening, along with other…
Dallas Bay Fire & Rescue engine involved in single vehicle accident while responding to structure fire
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A Dallas Bay Fire & Rescue engine was involved in an accident while responding to a structure fire. According to Dallas Bay Fire & Rescue, the driver of the engine…
Father sentenced to 23 years after infant daughter dies in hot car
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A father has been sentenced to 23 years for leaving his 11 month old daughter in a hot car. She died in her car seat in the summer of…
Weather Update: Monday September 15, 2025
WDEF-TV News 12 Tennessee River Valley weather forecast Monday: Sunny, dry, hot. Highs: high 80's to near 90. Winds: S @ 5 MPH. Overnight: Mostly clear, dry. Lows: low 60's. Winds: L&V. Tuesday: Mostly Sunny, dry, warm. Highs: high 80's.…
2 arrested after incendiary device placed under news vehicle in Salt Lake City
Two men in Utah were arrested after an incendiary device was placed under a news media vehicle in Salt Lake City on Friday, according to court documents obtained by CBS News. The device had been…
Dunlap man arrested after violating sex offender registry restrictions
DUNLAP, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A Dunlap man was arrested after violating the restrictions of his sex offender registry. On September 13, 2025, a festival was being held…
Trump suggests deal reached involving TikTok
Washington — President Trump suggested Monday that his administration reached a deal regarding TikTok, and said he will be speaking with Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday. "The big Trade Meeting in Europe between The United States…
Walker County man receives life for aggravated child molestation
WALKER COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) -- A Walker County man received a life in prison after being convicted of aggravated child molestation. On August 4, 2024, the Walker…
Young advocate organizes local vigil for Charlie Kirk
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Here in Chattanooga, community members gathered at the Riverfront to mourn the loss of Charlie Kirk, a man who lost his life while sharing…
Young advocate recalls his personal encounter with Charlie Kirk
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Tonight, another vigil was held in Chattanooga to honor the life of Charlie Kirk. The gathering was organized by young conservative Nick Bitzer,…
Vendors showcase at Chattanooga River Market
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Chattanooga River Market was bustling with vendors this weekend along the Tennessee Aquarium Plaza. From homemade crafts to baked goods and unique finds, local entrepreneurs…
Families gather for Chattanooga’s Fun Fair Festival
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Families filled the park this past weekend for the City of Chattanooga’s Early Learning Department Fun Fair Festival. The event featured live music, food trucks,…
19-year-old rescued after fall at Pocket Wilderness
DAYTON, Tenn. (WDEF) - On Sunday afternoon, the Mowbray Volunteer Fire Department responded to the Pocket Wilderness after a 19-year-old male was injured in a fall at the Blue Hole. According to officials, a 911 call came in at…
Fire alarm saves homeowner and home
HARRISON, Tenn. (WDEF) - On Sunday, just before 1a.m., the Highway 58 Volunteer Fire Department was alerted to an automatic fire alarm in a residence in the 7100 block of Bramlett Lane in Harrison. When arriving on scene, units responded…
From Goals to Growth: Collegedale Youth Soccer League Kicks Off New Season
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF)- The Collegedale Christian Athletic Association kicked off its youth soccer season Sunday morning with a colorful parade of teams, followed by games at the Redoubt Soccer Fields on Bonny Oaks. What began in 2024 as a small…
Prayer at the Mill brought community members together honoring Charlie Kirk
CHICKAMAUGA, GA. (WDEF) - Tonight, local community members gathered in a powerful display of remembrance honoring the life of Charlie Kirk, the conservative advocate who…
Sulphur Dell Cup Returns for the Weekend
FORT OGLETHORPE, GA (WDEF) - Fans of vintage base ball will step back in time this weekend as the Tennessee Association of Vintage Base Ball (TAVBB) hosts its annual…
First Responder Hero Award: Lt. Wesley Williams
COHUTTA, Ga. (WDEF) - News 12 is recognizing some of the bravest members of our community through the First Responders Hero Award. Whether someone is an EMT, paramedic,…
9/11 Memorial Stair Climb Marks 11th Year
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Chattanooga hosted the 11th annual 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb, and 3.43 Mile Walk this morning at AT&T Field, located at 201 Power Alley. The event…