Tiffany Miller with Charlotte Grace Events joins News 12’s Amelia Greer to talk about their upcoming market and newest non-profit. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Escape the cold but still have all the fun with the Winter Merchant and Makers Market! Winter Merchant and Makers Market is coming to Northgate Mall with the event being inside…… MORE
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Frigid Temperatures Grip East Tennessee
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – As winter weather moves in, officials are urging residents to take precautions to stay safe. From protecting your home to dressing for the frigid air, preparation is key. Temperatures are set to drop well below freezing across East Tennessee, and that means it’s time to prepare for the cold. The National…… MORE
Commissioners express concern over potential elimination of Department of Education
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- How much will Hamilton County be affected if the federal Department of Education (DOE) is eliminated? That’s a question some commissioners asked during Wednesday’s meeting. Concerns were specifically over how potential cuts could affect schools with higher rates of students in poverty. Currently, 40 public schools in Hamilton County are listed as…… MORE
Chattanooga man arrested for stabbing woman at local daycare
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — A Chattanooga man has been arrested for stabbing a woman at a local daycare. Reginald Woods On November 4, 2024, at 5:41 p.m., officers responded to a local daycare following reports of an assault. Upon arrival, officers found the victim being loaded into an ambulance with multiple stab wounds. According to…… MORE
Chatt Prep releases statement regarding former teacher’s arrest
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Chattanooga Preparatory School has released a statement regarding the recent arrest of former teacher, Kenya White Kenya White. The school released the following statement: Chattanooga Preparatory School is deeply troubled by the recent arrest of a former employee. The safety and well-being of our scholars remain our top priority, and we…… MORE
Etowah fire crews respond to three building fire overnight
ETOWAH, Tenn. (WDEF) — Three buildings were destroyed in a major blase last night in Etowah. It happened around 11:30 p.m. February 18, 2025 at the intersection of 5th Street and county road 6-29. The fire involved two abandoned warehouses and one abandoned home. Seven fire departments took part in fighting the blaze. No injuries…… MORE
Weather Update: Wednesday – February 19, 2025
WDEF-TV News 12 Tennessee River Valley weather forecast Wednesday: Early rain mixed with snow, then over to rain through afternoon in lower area elevations. Mostly cloudy. Highs: high 30’s to low 40’s. Winds: N @ 5 MPH. Overnight: Scattered leftover flurries. Mostly cloudy. Much colder. Lows: high teens. Winds: N @ 5-15 MPH, gusts 20.…… MORE
Weather Update: Thursday – February 20, 2025
WDEF-TV News 12 Tennessee River Valley weather forecast Overnight: Scattered leftover flurries. Mostly cloudy. Much colder. Lows: high teens. Winds: N @ 5-15 MPH, gusts 20. Thursday: Mostly sunny, dry, cold. Windy. Highs: near 30. Winds: N @ 5-15 MPH, gusts 20. Overnight: Clear, frigid. Dry. Lows: mid teens. Winds: N @ 5 MPH. Friday:…… MORE
Chickamauga Lock Project Moves Forward with Final Contract Bids
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has solicited their final contract for bids, aiming to complete a new, fully operational lock by 2028. “They’re reaching some major milestones on this project. We’re excited to bring this project to full operation, and part of that process involves soliciting our next contract. We’re…… MORE
CFD responds to two overnight fires across Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — A family has been displaced after a kitchen fire off of Highway 58 late Tuesday night. Crews with the Chattanooga Fire Department (CFD) responded to a residence on Badger Lane at 11:35 p.m. after receiving reports of a grease fire that had gotten out of hand. All occupants were able to…… MORE
