CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC) has received a generous seven-figure donation from the Steiner family, a local Chattanooga family with a long-standing tradition of supporting UTC. This gift will fund the initial planning stages of a new women’s athletic complex, which will benefit the university’s softball, beach volleyball, and…… MORE
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Report says most Hamilton County inmates stay behind bars through the end of their case
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Just how many Hamilton County inmates are staying behind bars while awaiting trial? A new report says, most of them. The Chattanoogans for Love, Equality, and Benevolence, or CALEB for short, has been advocating for inmate rights in Hamilton County for some time. Monday, they released the results of a years-long study…… MORE
Property value notices going out across Hamilton County
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Reappraisal notices have started going out across Hamilton County. County property assessor Marty Haynes says that by the end of April, every property owner should receive such notices. There are over 165,000 properties in Hamilton County. Haynes wants the public to know that while your home value is likely to go up,…… MORE
Veterans Court Offers Second Chance
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Hamilton County is making strides in supporting local veterans who find themselves in the criminal justice system. At today’s Pachyderm Club meeting, Judge Gary Starnes of the General Sessions Court, Division 5, shared details about the newly launched Veterans Treatment Court, an initiative designed to help veterans get back on their…… MORE
Walmart Offers Measles Protection Resources
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – As measles cases resurface in Tennessee, Walmart Health & Wellness professionals are stepping up to help keep the community safe and informed. Local pharmacists are available for in-store or in-studio interviews to discuss important topics, including the availability of the MMR vaccine. The vaccine provides critical protection against measles, mumps, and…… MORE
Chattanooga rally held in opposition of undocumented student bill
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Pressure is mounting before a critical vote tomorrow on a controversial bill. A rally was held over the weekend to protest Senate Bill 8-36. The bill, proposed by Senator Bo Watson, would allow schools to not enroll undocumented students. He says this measure is necessary in the face of tightening budgets…… MORE
Three arrested in Murray County following a drug trafficking investigation
MURRAY COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) — Three Murray County residents have been arrested following recent narcotics investigations by the Murray County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO). Kevin Langford was arrested after investigators executed a search warrant at his residence. Authorities found approximately five ounces of methamphetamine. He faces charges of Trafficking in Methamphetamine and Possession of Methamphetamine…… MORE
Two juveniles charged with vandalizing Pikeville church
PIKEVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) — Two juveniles have been charged after allegedly breaking into a local church. On March 29, 2025, officers with the Pikeville Police Department (PPD) were dispatched to 7 Methodist Street on reports of a vandalism in progress. Upon arrival, Officer Matthew Brock contacted a witness who had observed the vandalism. The witness…… MORE
What’s Right With Our Schools: Woodsong
CLEVELAND, TN (WDEF) – We are learning more about a school that focuses on the growth of a child through play-based learning in the natural world. What began as a small school has now expanded into something far greater. Robert Hanley was out in Cleveland at Woodsong Forest School for this week’s What’s Right With…… MORE
Weather Update: Monday March 31, 2025
WDEF-TV News 12 Tennessee River Valley weather forecast Overnight: Mostly cloudy, chilly, breezy. Showers/thunderstorms ending. Lows: mid 40’s. Winds: N @ 10-15 MPH. Tuesday / April Fools Day: Sunshine, dry, mild. Highs: around 70. Winds: N @ 5-10 MPH. Overnight: More clouds. Mild. Lows: mid 50’s. Winds: SE @ 5 MPH. Wednesday: Mostly cloudy, breezy.…… MORE
