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
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
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
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF) – For 250 years, the United States Army has stood as a powerful symbol of strength, service, and sacrifice. As the oldest branch of the U.S. military prepares to mark its historic birthday on June 14th, a new generation of Soldiers is stepping up to preserve its proud legacy. One of those…… MORE
RED BANK, Tenn. (WDEF) – The City of Red Bank is celebrating its 70th anniversary on Saturday, June 21st, and preparations are already underway for this major milestone. The event will spotlight the people, organizations, and services that make the city a great place to live and work. Community members are encouraged to bring…… MORE
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Volunteers rolled up their sleeves this weekend to make a big impact on the Tennessee River, hauling out thousands of pounds of trash during a major cleanup effort on Chickamauga Lake. This past Saturday, more than 20 volunteers joined forces with “Keep the Tennessee River Beautiful” for the 5th annual Chickamauga…… MORE
WDEF-TV News 12 Tennessee River Valley weather forecast Overnight: Mostly clear, mild. Lows: mid/high 60’s. Winds: L&V. Thursday: Mostly Sunny, hot. PM Thunderstorms. Highs: low 90. Winds: L&V. 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…… MORE
WDEF-TV News 12 Tennessee River Valley weather forecast Overnight: Mostly clear, mild. Lows: mid/high 60’s. Winds: L&V. Thursday: Mostly Sunny, hot. PM Thunderstorms. Highs: low 90. Winds: L&V. 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…… MORE
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) — Commissioners questioned Hamilton County Property Assessor Marty Haynes on the new certified tax rate. Haynes announced last week that this rate is one dollar and 51 cents per 100 dollars of assessed value. He says this is the lowest countywide rate since World War II. This is after a nearly…… MORE
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Hamilton County Attorney’s Office is likely to have a new structure next month. This is as incoming attorney Janie Parks Varnell is taking over for the longtime county attorney, Rheubin Taylor. A resolution was put forward outlining formally what positions will be in the office. Many of them had…… MORE
