Category Archives: Local News

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

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 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

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

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

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

Weather Update: Friday – February 7, 2025

Weather Update: Friday – February 7, 2025

WDEF-TV News 12 Tennessee River Valley weather forecast Friday: Mostly cloudy. Mild. Then more PM Showers. Highs: low 60’s. Winds: NE @ 5 MPH. Overnight: Isolated showers. Mostly cloudy. Lows: near 50. Winds: Light & Variable. Saturday: Cloud/Sun Mix. Windy at times. Highs: mid 70’s. Winds: S @ 5-15 MPH, gusts 25 MPH. Overnight: Isolated…MORE

Weather Update: Saturday – February 8, 2025

Weather Update: Saturday – February 8, 2025

WDEF-TV News 12 Tennessee River Valley weather forecast Overnight: Isolated showers. Mostly cloudy. Lows: near 50. Winds: Light & Variable. Saturday: Cloud/Sun Mix. Windy at times. Highs: mid 70’s. Winds: S @ 5-15 MPH, gusts 25 MPH. Overnight: Isolated showers. Mostly cloudy. Lows: low 50’s. Winds: Light & Variable. UPCOMING SKYWARN TRAINING SESSIONS Upcoming #Skywarn…MORE