CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The future North River Elementary School is set to move to its next step in its design process. The Hixson school would combine DuPont, Rivermont, and Alpine Crest Elementary Schools. Wednesday, a resolution was presented that the project would be done in a “Construction Manager at Risk” method. Essentially, this shifts financial…… MORE
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CFD conducts a rope rescue at Greenway Farms
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Chattanooga Fire Department conducted a rope rescue operation at the rock quarry at Greenway Farms. At around 8 PM Monday, a man fell over 30 feet into the woods. Firefighters were called to rescue him at the park off of Gann Store Road. Due to the severe fall the man…… MORE
Local voices raise awareness for skin cancer prevention
CHATTANOOGA, Ga. (WDEF) – As May marks Skin Cancer Awareness Month, and with today being National Sunscreen Day, health experts are reminding everyone of the importance of sun protection. Skin cancer remains the most common form of cancer in the United States—but the good news is, it’s also one of the most preventable. Whether you’re…… MORE
Chattanooga Airport adds non-stop American Airlines service to Chicago O’Hare
American Airlines’ Embraer 175 aircraft / Chattanooga Airport CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA) announced a new non-stop service to Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) through American Airlines. These new flights will begin October 6, 2025. The flights will be operated using an Embraer 175 aircraft. This flight will join the existing…… MORE
Weather Update: Tuesday May 27, 2025
WDEF-TV News 12 Tennessee River Valley weather forecast Tuesday: Showers/thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy. Highs: mid 70’s. Winds: S @ 5 MPH. Overnight: Showers/thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy. Lows: low/mid 60’s. Winds: S @ 5 MPH. Wednesday: Showers/thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy. Highs: low 80’s. Winds: S @ 5 MPH. Overnight: Showers/thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy. Lows: low/mid 60’s. Winds: S @ 5…… MORE
Bradley Central High School student dies after car accident
BRADLEY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) — A Bradley Central High School student died Saturday after being involved in a car accident. 16-year-old Brodie King fought for his life for a week, before passing away in a Chattanooga hospital May 24, 2025. A GoFundMe has been established to help his family with medical bills and funeral arrangements.…… MORE
Chattanooga Fire Chief Phil Hyman set to retire in July
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Chattanooga Fire Chief Phil Hyman is planning to retire in July, the department says. Hyman has been with the Chattanooga Fire Department (CFD) for nearly 30 years. He became chief in 2017, and has since made improvements in every level of the department. Hyman said in a note that he’s proud…… MORE
Local theatre company brings “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” to downtown Cleveland
Director and cast members of Good Soil Theatre Co.’s production of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” joins News 12’s Amelia Greer to invite everyone to their weekend performances in Cleveland. CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) – The first big production of Good Soil Theatre Co. is coming to downtown Cleveland this weekend and next weekend for their performance…… MORE
UTC Launches New Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Program to Meet Growing Demand
With mental health needs on the rise in Chattanooga, the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC) is launching a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) program in Fall 2025. The program will train students to diagnose, counsel, and manage medications for patients of all ages. “We’ve seen a major increase in mental health needs since…… MORE
Chattanoogans pause to reflect on Memorial Day
Colors being presented at the Chattanooga National Cemetery’s annual Memorial Day ceremony. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- On this Memorial Day, many across the Tennessee Valley took the time to remember in numerous ceremonies across the area. One of those was at the Chattanooga National Cemetery. The keynote speaker for this year’s ceremony was Rear Admiral Jeff…… MORE
