Director Jon and Donna Rector CHATTANOOGA, TN- Meeting Needs, Making Change, and Magnifying Christ! This has been the core value of the Union Gospel Mission for 75 amazing years. They are a faith-based, non-profit organization providing physical, social, and spiritual well-being to men experiencing homelessness in Chattanooga by offering shelter, food, clothes, community support, and…… MORE
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) — A Senate Committee rejected a bill today to lower the age of school bus drivers in Tennessee. State lawmakers raised the age of drivers to 25 after the Woo dmore bus crash in Chattanooga that killed six Elementary students. The driver, who was 24 years old, was on a phone when…… MORE
WDEF-TV News 12 Tennessee River Valley weather forecast Wednesday: Mostly sunny, dry, breezy. Highs: mid 70’s. Winds: S @ 10-15 MPH, gusts 20-25. Overnight: Cloudy. Showers/thunderstorms. Windy. Lows: low 40’s. Winds: S @ 10-15 MPH, gusts 20-25. Thursday: Early showers. Cloud/Sun mix. Cooler. Highs: low 50’s. Winds: W @ 5-15 MPH, gusts 20-25. Overnight: Mostly…… MORE
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Each year more than 500 thousand people visit Rock City from around the world. They come to see the gardens and enjoy the attraction. Tonight, we are learning more about the history of See Rock City Incorporated and the many businesses the company owns. From Grandview to Clumpies Ice Cream, Rock…… MORE
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) has opened an internal investigation into an officer facing Simple Assault/Domestic Violence charges. CPD opened the investigation March 19, 2025 after officers with the Neighborhood Policing Bureau responded to an Assault in Progress in the 3100 block of Mountain Creek Road. Upon arrival, officers determined the…… MORE
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A longtime Chattanooga landmark will soon get a rehabilitation.The Fireman’s Fountain located across from the Hamilton County Courthouse will be restored by Hamilton County Parks and Recreation after receiving approval from the county commission. The historic Fireman’s Fountain to be restored across from the Hamilton County Courthouse. The fountain was built to…… MORE
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Early voting for the District 6 and 8 City Council runoffs starts today. Early voting will run from March 19, 2025, to April 3 at the Hamilton County Election Commission located at 700 River Terminal Road. Election Day will be held April 8. Polls will be open Monday through Friday,…… MORE
UPDATE (3/19/2025): Ridgeland High School will be dismissing students at 12:00 p.m. March 19, 2025, due to water complications. WALKER COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) – Several Walker County Schools are experiencing water issues due to a water main break that happened yesterday and is currently affecting homes and business. WCS Facilities and Operations Department is…… MORE
Todd Patton joins News 12’s Amelia Greer as they get ready to kick off an exciting weekend at Dread Hollow. Scream Break is taking over the haunt and will send chills down your spine. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – If you’re looking for a thrilling place to visit closer to home or missing the haunting chills…… MORE
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Chattanooga Fire Department received their first surrender of an infant at their Safe Haven Baby Box at the fire station on Bonny Oaks Drive. The baby was surrendered on Tuesday night. The baby is alive and healthy. No other information was released due to the mother’s wishes. The Safe Haven…… MORE
