CHICKAMAUGA, Ga. (WDEF) – As Kevin McElhaney walked alongside his youngest daughter, Charlsie, up the 18th green, he knew something extraordinary had just happened. Gordon Lee’s girls golf team had just secured a D1A state championship. But for Kevin, it was more than just another trophy. This win marked something deeply personal—it completed a rare…… MORE
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TBI agents investigating officer involved shooting
CAMBELL COUNTY, VA. (WDEF) – Sunday afternoon, TBI agents are investigating the circumstances leading to an officer-involved shooting that occurred in Campbell County. TBI says that just after 1:00 p.m., an officer with the Williamsburg Police Department in Kentucky attempted to stop a motorcycle traveling at a high rate of speed along Interstate 75. The…… MORE
Honoring Heroes One Flag at a Time
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Rows of white headstones stretch across the hills at Chattanooga National Cemetery, each one a name, a rank, a sacrifice. This weekend, hundreds of people walked among them, planting small American flags to mark the lives of those who served and gave all. It’s a time-honored tradition that dates back more…… MORE
Steps of Support and Strength
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Families, friends, and supporters laced up their shoes this weekend in Chattanooga, not just for fitness, but for a powerful cause. The first-ever race hosted by Chattanooga Tracheostomy Families brought the community together to raise funds and awareness for children living with trachs and ventilators. Participants took part in a 5K,…… MORE
Ringgold’s Historic Jamboree Shines Bright
RINGGOLD, GA (WDEF) – Memorial Day weekend brought music, food, and a little bit of history to downtown Ringgold, Georgia. The 1890 Days Jamboree is a beloved tradition that draws thousands each year, and it all started with a simple idea from two local women nearly 50 years ago. For nearly five decades, the 1890…… MORE
Weather Update: Sunday May 25, 2025
WDEF-TV News 12 Tennessee River Valley weather forecast Overnight: Mostly cloudy. Showers/thunderstorms. Lows: low 60’s. Winds: L&V. Memorial Day / Monday: Mostly cloudy. Showers/thunderstorms. Highs: near 80. Winds: NE @ 5. Overnight: Showers/thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy. Lows: low/mid 60’s. Winds: S @ 5 MPH. Tuesday: Showers/thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy. Highs: mid 70’s. Winds: S @ 5-10, gusts…… MORE
Dalton Police are investigating three shooting deaths at two different locations
UPDATE: The Dalton Police Department has identified the people killed in shootings at two different Dalton residences which police believe are connected. Investigators say that preliminary findings of the investigation indicated that 37-year old Kevin Andrew Akins of Dalton shot and killed his wife, 35-year old Rebeca Nicole Akins at her residence at an apartment…… MORE
Juvenile found safe and unharmed
BRADLEY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) – On Saturday, the Bradley County Sheriff’s Office Drone Team responded to Old Alabama Rd SW following a report of a missing juvenile. Initial responding deputies began a K9 track in the area between Old Alabama Rd SW and Candies Creek Rd SW. Drone team members were called to the scene…… MORE
Former corrections officer arrested for aggravated sexual exploitation of a minor
MOUNTAIN CITY, Tenn. (WDEF) – In February, TBI agents joined Weakley County detectives in investigating a report of a 9-year-old sending child sex abuse material to an adult male via Snapchat. During the course of the investigation, Hunter Chase Ellison was identified as the Snapchat account user. Agents obtained warrants for Ellison, charging him with…… MORE
Bacon Fans Flock to BaCON
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) – The smell of sizzling bacon is drawing crowds today at the Tri-State Exhibition Center in Cleveland, Tennessee, where the 7th annual BaCON Festival is officially underway. Running from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., this family-friendly event celebrates all things bacon, featuring dozens of Southern food vendors putting a creative spin on…… MORE
