CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Regional Planning Agency staff has officially recommended denying the request, citing concerns over the scale and impact of the development in that area. The proposal aims to rezone the property to allow for a significantly taller structure, but planners say it may not align with the city’s vision for downtown…… MORE
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What’s Right With Our Schools: Black History at Bessie Smith Cultural Center
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) – Black History is much more than a month at the Bessie Smith Cultural Center. They have exhibits on African American history, culture, sports and so much more. It’s a great resource for students of all ages and a timeless example of what’s right with our schools. Arthur Benton is the Educational…… MORE
Fatal traffic accident claims one life on Rossville Boulevard
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — A fatal crash on Rossville Boulevard over the weekend claimed one life, according to police. On February 8, 2025 at 2:08 a.m., Chattanooga Police (CPD) responded to the 4900 block of Rossville Boulevard for reports of a crash. Upon arrival, officers found a crash involving a 2011 Chevrolet Impala and…… MORE
Fatal traffic accident claims two lives on Rossville Boulevard
UPDATE (2/11/2025): We’re getting new updates on the condition of the Impala’s passenger following the fatal crash on Rossville Boulevard over the weekend. The driver of the Impala died on the scene. However, the passenger was transported to a local hospital with what officials were calling non-life-threatening injuries. According to Chattanooga police, the passenger…… MORE
CDOT announces emergency road closures around Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Two locations in Chattanooga have prompted emergency road closures, according to CDOT. The first location is at the 500 block of McCallie Avenue. This area will be closed for emergency repairs and paving, effective immediately. CDOT stated detours will be posted via Douglas street, East MLK Boulevard, and Houston Street. This…… MORE
Chattanooga Police respond to King Street shooting
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Authorities are investigating a shoot that occurred on King Street over the weekend. On February 9, 2025 at 2:43 a.m., officers responded to the 1200 block of King Street for reports of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers did not locate a victim. Shortly after, officers were made aware of a…… MORE
Man arrested after double shooting in south Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — A Chattanooga man has been arrested after shooting two people over the weekend, leaving them both in the hospital. At approximately 1:03 a.m., February 9, 2025, Chattanooga Police (CPD) officers were dispatched to 5222 Woodland View Circle for reports of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers found two juvenile victims who had…… MORE
Fire crews respond to structure fire in Meigs County
DECATUR, Tenn. (WDEF) — Fire crews in Decatur fought a large structure fire over the weekend. On Sunday, February 9, 2025, at 3:15 a.m. the Decatur Fire Department (DFD) was dispatched to the 800 block of Goodfield Road for a structure fire report. Upon arrival, crews found heavy flames coming from a corner of the…… MORE
Expect some “Hearts and Hisses” at the Chattanooga Zoo this weekend!
The Chattanooga Zoo’s Jake Cash, Sam Sanders, and Indigo Montoya the snake joins News 12’s Amelia Greer to preview the upcoming Valentine’s Day themed event “Hearts and Hisses.” CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – For those looking for a late Valentine’s Day celebration, the Chattanooga Zoo has the perfect date set up with their “Hearts and Hisses”…… MORE
W Road closed Monday until 4 p.m. due to general maintenance
WALDEN, Tenn. (WDEF) — Drivers planning to take the W Road will have to look for another route Monday. The road closed at 9 a.m. and will be shut down until 4 p.m. for routine maintenance. Plan on using Roberts Mill Road or Signal Mountain Boulevard and Taft Highway to leave or get to…… MORE
