Brooke Katz with Blood Assurance joins News 12’s Amelia Greer to remind the community to donate blood during a critical time this summer. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Blood Assurance needs donations all year, but the “100 Deadliest Days of Summer” calls for even more trauma care and a higher need for donors. To encourage donations,…… MORE
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Weather Update: Friday June 13, 2025
WDEF-TV News 12 Tennessee River Valley weather forecast Overnight: Mostly cloudy, mild. Scattered thunderstorms. Lows: mid/high 60’s. Winds: L&V. Friday: Partly cloudy, warm. Widespread Thunderstorms. Highs: high 80’s to near 90. Winds: L&V. WMO: State of the Climate 2024 The report on the State of the Climate in Africa 2024 is the fifth in the…… MORE
First Responder Hero Award: Janet Tomaszewski
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – News 12 is recognizing some of the bravest members of our community through the First Responder Hero Award. Whether someone is an EMT, paramedic, firefighter, or police officer, this award honors their unwavering dedication to keeping us safe. When danger strikes, these heroes are the first to respond. Now, it’s our…… MORE
Basecamp Summer Edition Connects Chattanooga Locals with Career Opportunities
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF)– The Enterprise Center hosted its summer edition of Basecamp Thursday at the Chattanooga Choo Choo—bringing together job seekers, professionals, and community members for a day of networking, learning, and opportunity. The free event focused on career paths and programs in sports, tourism, and public programming—industries driving engagement in the region. “Basecamp is…… MORE
Developer says Foundry District around Erlanger Park is on target
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- An update was provided Thursday on Erlanger Park and its surrounding development in the South Broad District. The development around the future home of the Chattanooga Lookouts has received criticism over whether its spurring surrounding development. The main developer, Jim Irwin, answered questions on how the developments around the stadium that will…… MORE
Plans for Hawk Hill still being developed
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- As Erlanger Park continues to head for completion, talks are ramping up about the future of the Lookouts’ current home. The team has played at AT&T Field on Hawk Hill since 2000. When the team leaves next year, the River City Company plans to take ownership of the property and plan to…… MORE
Arias-Cristobal speaks on experience in immigration custody
WASHINGTON (WDEF)- A Dalton teenager who could face deportation took part in a Senate judiciary hearing in Washington D.C. Ximena Arias-Cristobal was arrested last month in an arrest that Dalton Police said should not have happened. They said that an officer had mistakenly pulled over the wrong truck. Because she was brought to the United…… MORE
Scottsboro man arrested after meth, drug paraphernalia found in vehicle
Jeseup Keigan Southard SCOTTSBORO, Al. (WDEF) — A Scottsboro man is facing drug charges after police say they found meth and paraphernalia in his vehicle during a traffic stop. On June 10, 2025, Scottsboro Police made contact with 29-year-old Jeseup Keigan Southard in the 21000 block of John T. Reid Parkway. Officers quickly confirmed Southard…… MORE
Stroke survivor reunites with first responders who saved her life
Bonnie MacDonald reuniting with first responders who saved her life / Chattanooga Fire Department & Hamilton County EMS CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — A Hamilton County woman who survived a major stroke earlier this year had a heartfelt reunion with the team that helped save her. Bonnie MacDonald suffered a severe stroke on February 24, 2025…… MORE
Commission, school board clash in called budget meeting
Hamilton County Chairman Jeff Eversole standing with school board chairman Joe Smith during an interview following a call budget meeting. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Last month, the Hamilton County School Board passed a $577 million dollar budget amid controversy. This was due to a $18 million budget shortfall which led to cuts. A tense school budget…… MORE
