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Siler indicted on charges of firing into a crowd on Glass Street

Siler indicted on charges of firing into a crowd on Glass Street

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Chattanooga Police have arrested a suspect in a January shooting on Glass Street. Investigators say 24 year old Reginald Siler, Jr. began shooting towards a group of people at the Dream nightclub. A security guard returned fire and hit the suspect, who was hospitalized. A grandy jury this month indicted Siler on…MORE

18-year-old arrested in connection to March Central Avenue shooting

18-year-old arrested in connection to March Central Avenue shooting

MGN Cordai Miree CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) —  An 18-year-old has been arrested in connection with a March shooting that left a man injured in the 4900 block of Central Avenue. On April 22, 2025, Cordai Miree was taken into custody by Chattanooga Police with help from the U.S. Marshals Service. This arrest was the result…MORE

Dunlap native participates in live-fire exercise on USS Milius in Indian Ocean

Dunlap native participates in live-fire exercise on USS Milius in Indian Ocean

Photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Gregory Johnson DUNLAP, Tenn. (WDEF) —  Gunner’s Mate 2nd Class Jacob Scott, a native of Dunlap, Tennessee, took part in a live-fire weapons exercise aboard the USS Milius (DDG 69) while operating in the Indian Ocean. Scott was responsible for adjusting the fire mode on the Mark 45 5-inch…MORE

East Ridge considering cuts to Care-A-Van service as costs increase

East Ridge considering cuts to Care-A-Van service as costs increase

EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF)- The city of East Ridge is considering the impact of rising costs of CARTA’s Care-A-Van service. The service specifically serves those with disabilities in Chattanooga, Red Bank, and East Ridge who cannot otherwise use CARTA’s fixed bus routes or their own transportation. Each city, including East Ridge, subsidizes the service as…MORE

Clean Your Dirty Face with special offers for facials!

Sonia Desai with Clean Your Dirty Face joins News 12’s Amelia Greer to talk about the various services they offer to promote skin health and wellness. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – A facial from Clean Your Dirty Face will leave your skin flawless without all the toxic chemicals in most commercial skincare products. Clean Your Dirty…MORE

Man arrested in Scottsboro on attempted assault charges

Man arrested in Scottsboro on attempted assault charges

SCOTTSBORO, Al. (WDEF) —  A man has been arrested in Scottsboro for attempted assault in the first degree. At 8:35 p.m. on April 27, 2025, the Scottsboro Police Department (SPD) was dispatched to the 700 block of Windsor Drive on reports of gunshots. Upon arrival, officers found a victim who sustained non-life-threatening injuries. According to…MORE

From online to in-person: Ali Kay brings Fresh Paint Live to Chattanooga

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The vibrant world of art is taking center stage in Chattanooga this week. Inside the Convention Center, nearly 250 artists have gathered from across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom for a unique two-day experience. Imagine being able to learn from your favorite art teacher and finally meet them…MORE

Hope for Alexander: A Family’s Mission to Change Childhood Cancer Treatment

Hope for Alexander: A Family’s Mission to Change Childhood Cancer Treatment

  CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) –  Imagine explaining to your child that he or she has cancer. According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), more than 15,000 children and teenagers are diagnosed with the disease each year in the United States. One Chicago family with roots in Chattanooga experienced this diagnosis firsthand. Meet 6-year-old Alexander…MORE

Cleveland HS Celebrates Student Success Stories

CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) – At Cleveland High School, Room 901 is home to more than just desks and textbooks. It’s where dreams take center stage. What started as a simple classroom challenge has turned into a powerful tradition, thanks to government teacher Kyle Gilpin. His “Wall of Dreams” proudly displays acceptance letters from seniors heading…MORE