HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)– On Saturday, at approximately 6:15 p.m., Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) deputies were alerted that Soddy Daisy Police Department personnel were engaged in a foot pursuit with a burglary suspect near Soddy Lake. Deputies responded to the area near Durham Street after receiving reports that the suspect had entered the lake…… MORE
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Press Conference Held for McMinn County Incident
ATHENS, Tenn. (WDEF) – A safety scare at McMinn County High School has parents and students on edge as officials are speaking out on how they’re working to keep students safe. Last week, two students from McMinn County High School in Tennessee were suspended after making threats on social media. “A parent was very concerned…… MORE
Weather Update: Sunday – February 9, 2025
WDEF-TV News 12 Tennessee River Valley weather forecast Overnight: Isolated showers. Mostly cloudy. Lows: low 40’s. Winds: N @ 5 MPH. Monday: Cloud/Sun Mix. Highs: near normal in the mid 50’s. Winds: NE @ 5 MPH. Overnight: Widespread showers. Mostly cloudy. Lows: low 50’s. Winds: S @ 5 MPH. Tuesday: Cloudy. Showers. Highs: near normal…… MORE
TBI investigates fatal shooting in Fayette County
STANTON, Tenn. (WDEF)– The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) is looking into the death of a man early Sunday morning following an encounter with Fayette County Sheriff’s deputies. According to initial reports, the incident occurred around 12:50 a.m. at a fueling station on Highway 222 near Exit 42 on Interstate 40. Deputies responded to a…… MORE
Erlanger’s Believe Bash Brings Bollywood Glamour
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — It’s time to embrace vibrant colors, dazzling glamour, and rich cultural traditions—Erlanger’s Believe Bash is just around the corner! This highly anticipated annual event serves as a major fundraiser for Erlanger, the region’s largest healthcare system and employer. The funds raised will directly support Erlanger’s charitable initiatives, helping to fund projects…… MORE
Blessing Creek Farms celebrates “Hug a Cow Day”
ROCK SPRING, Ga. (WDEF) — Blessing Creek Farms is celebrating “Hug a Cow Day”, offering people a unique opportunity to connect with these gentle animals. If you’ve ever needed a reason to hug a cow, now you have one! Blessing Creek Farms is celebrating “Hug a Cow Day”, offering people a unique opportunity to connect…… MORE
Chattanooga Attack Softball Team cleans up Red Bank
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
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
