RED BANK, Tenn. (WDEF) — The City of Red Bank partnered with Green Steps to help clean up the community, bringing together volunteers for a rescheduled MLK Cleanup Day. Among those who stepped up to serve was the Chattanooga Attack Softball Team, a group of young athletes determined to make a difference. What was supposed to…… MORE
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Hickman County man charged with one count of Criminal Homicide
CENTERVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) special agents have arrested and charged a Hickman County man in connection with an ongoing homicide investigation from Friday night. TBI agents, in collaboration with the Hickman County Sheriff’s Office, launched an investigation into the fatal shooting of 44-year-old Jeffrey Scott Sullivan. The incident took…… MORE
Illnesses are on the rise – Tips to stay healthy
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — It’s that time of the year for sickness in the air. Ashley Deverell is the Infectious Disease Director for the North Georgia Health District. She says, “It means that virus are definitely circling in our area. You see that a lot of time when kids are in school or they are…… MORE
Juror to recount Jason Chen trial in podcast
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Two weeks ago, Jason Chen was convicted of premeditated first degree murder and sentenced to life without parole in the 2022 killing of Jasmine Pace. Evidence at trial showed Chen stabbed Pace 60 times, then left her body inside of a suitcase on the side of Suck Creek Road. One of…… MORE
DeKalb County man arrested on charges of trespassing, arson
DEKALB COUNTY, Al. (WDEF) — A DeKalb County man was arrested and has been charged with trespassing and arson charges. On February 4, 2025, at 10:38 p.m., deputies with the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) were dispatched to 1535 County Road 54 for reports of a house fire. Upon arrival, deputies were met with the…… MORE
Women’s Policy Conference honors Dr. Carol Berz
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The 7th annual Statewide Women’s Policy Conference was held on Thursday and Friday. The conference is designed for women to come together to discuss issues most important to them. A full ballroom at the 7th annual statewide Women’s Policy Conference. This year, the conference is being dedicated to the late Dr. Carol…… MORE
New Jack’s location set to open in Cleveland
Jack’s 3D Model / Jack’s Family Restaurant CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) — Jack’s Family Restaurants (Jack’s) is opening its newest location in Cleveland next week. Doors are set to open at 5:00 a.m., Monday, February 10, 2025. The new location is at 332 25th St NE in Cleveland. Jack’s Family Restaurants CEO, Todd Bartmess, said they’re…… MORE
The Chocolate Box has sweet options for your sweetheart
The Chocolate Box’s Nichelle Patel joins News 12’s Amelia Greer to preview Valentine’s Day treat options that are simply beary-cute! CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Valentine’s Day is just a week away and The Chocolate Box has plenty of sweet options for your sweetheart! Nichelle Patel brings artistry and deliciousness together again to showcase a variety…… MORE
Kasaun Wilson kicks off his “Hello My Name Is” tour at the Comedy Catch
Comedian Kasaun Wilson joins News 12’s Amelia Greer to invite everyone to his first stop of his “Hello My Name Is” comedy tour at the Comedy Catch! CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Comedian Kasaun Wilson kicks off his first stop of his “Hello My Name Is” comedy tour at Chattanooga’s Comedy Catch. Kasaun Wilson is known…… MORE
Firefighters respond to Westside Community Center Thursday
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Firefighters responded to a fire at the Westside Community Center Thursday afternoon at 3:41 p.m. The call came in from the Sheila Jennings Recreational Center on 1201 Poplar Street on an automatic fire alarm. (Courtesy: CFD) When they got to the scene, firefighters noticed smoke coming from the building. Personnel met…… MORE
