FORT PAYNE, Al. (WDEF) — Two people were arrested after a drug investigation by the Dekalb County Drug Task Force. On May 28, 2025 agents searched a home on County Road 784. Authorities arrested Amanda Rhea Murphy and Mark Anthony Collins. Investigators say the two sold meth to confidential informants. Agents found over 10…… MORE
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Large tree falls, blocks Highway 27 in Sale Creek
Tree Falls on Car in Sale Creek / Sale Creek Volunteer Fire Department SALE CREEK, Tenn. (WDEF) — A tree fell across Highway 27 Thursday morning, hitting a car and blocking traffic. The 70-foot tree came down around 8:50 a.m., landing on both sides of the highway. One car was badly damaged. Two people inside…… MORE
Eversole responds to criticism over planned school budget meeting
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Hamilton County Commission Chairman Jeff Eversole responded to criticism over a planned meeting concerning this year’s school budget. This was during this week’s Hamilton County Commission meeting. Chairman Eversole plans to discuss how the school board is planning to spend that money. However, that has prompted criticism from the school board’s chair,…… MORE
Crews on scene of major water main break on South Holtzclaw Avenue
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Crews are on the scene of a significant water main break on South Holtzclaw Avenue. A portion of South Holtzclaw Avenue, between East 12th and East 14th Street, is currently closed. Tennessee American Water crews and the Chattanooga Department of Public Works are working to conduct repairs. CDOT says the portion…… MORE
State no longer considering Eastdale site for new mental health facility
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – A potential controversy over the location for a new mental health facility in our area has taken a turn. The state is looking for a place to build a new hospital to replace the one at Moccasin Bend. They determined they could not expand the current facility because of plans to develop the…… MORE
1% Lists Scenic City taking stress away during peak real estate season
Eric Tidmore with 1% Lists Scenic City joins News 12’s Amelia Greer to remind home buyers and sellers of the services available. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – June is a busy month for real estate, and 1% Lists Scenic City wants to take away some of the stress that comes with making big life decisions like…… MORE
Traffic stop in Scottsboro leads to drug arrest
Dewayne Harris SCOTTSBORO, Al. (WDEF) — A man was arrested Thursday after a traffic stop led to a drug investigation. On June 5, 2025, Scottsboro police pulled over a vehicle near Cedar Hill Drive. The driver, Dewayne Harris, was the only person in the vehicle. Officers say they found methamphetamine, marijuana, and drug paraphernalia during…… MORE
Ringgold man arrested after child exploitation investigation
RINGGOLD, Ga. (WDEF) — A man was arrested in Ringgold after a child exploitation investigation. The Catoosa County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) searched a home on Mason Drive on June 2, 2025. The search followed a cyber tip about child sexual abuse material being downloaded. Investigators traced the activity to a specific device using digital tools.…… MORE
HunterGirl to perform for Freedom Sings USA concert
Angela Hunt with Freedom Sings USA joins News 12’s Chip Chapman to preview a benefit concert supporting veterans. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Freedom Sings USA is hosting a benefit concert to support their non-profit which will feature HunterGirl, the runner-up on the 20th season of American Idol. Freedom Sings USA a local, veteran-driven, non-profit that…… MORE
Closing arguments held as jury now deliberates Duane Sanders case
Duane Sanders waiving his right to testify on Wednesday morning during his child sex abuse trial. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A Hamilton County jury is now deciding the fate of a former first grade teacher accused of child sexual abuse. Duane Sanders is facing 15 criminal charges against seven different children while teaching at Wallace A.…… MORE
