CALHOUN, Tenn. (WDEF) — Late Monday night, the Cleveland Fire Department (CFD) responded to a major fire in Calhoun. The fire broke out near the Resolute Products facility and quickly grew in size on June 16, 2025. First responders arrived on scene at 10:45 p.m. and were met with heavy smoke and fire. Crews from…… MORE
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Fire crews battle overnight house fire on Probasco Street
Lafayette Residential Fire / Lafayette Fire Department via Facebook LAFAYETTE, Ga. (WDEF) — Firefighters responded to a residential fire overnight in the 900 block of Probasco Street. Lafayette Fire Department’s Blue Shift, with help from Walker County Fire Rescue and Walker County Station 8, worked to contain the blaze. All residents made it out of…… MORE
Grundy County man arrested for attempting to solicit a minor
GRUNDY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) — A man was arrested in Grundy County Monday night after attempting to solicit a minor. Johnny McNeal engaged in sexually explicit conversations and attempted to solicit sex acts from someone he believed was a minor. The Grundy County Sheriff’s Office (GCSO) says McNeal agreed to meet the individual in Tracy…… MORE
Weather Update: Tuesday June 17, 2025
WDEF-TV News 12 Tennessee River Valley weather forecast Tuesday: Partly cloudy, warm, humid. Widespread Thunderstorms. Highs: high 80’s to near 90. Winds: L&V. Overnight: Partly cloudy, mild. Scattered thunderstorms. Lows: mid/high 60’s. Winds: L&V. Wednesday: Partly cloudy, warm. Widespread Thunderstorms. Highs: high 80’s to near 90. Winds: SW @ 5-10. Overnight: Partly cloudy, mild. Scattered…… MORE
Pops on the River adjusts for 2025 celebration
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – One of Chattanooga’s most patriotic summer traditions is making a big comeback — with a few changes. “Pops on the River,” the beloved Fourth of July celebration held in Coolidge Park, was canceled two years ago due to funding issues. Now, in 2025, it returns—but with a new challenge. Brian Smith,…… MORE
CEO talks financial planning at the Pachyderm Club
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Pachyderm Club is continuing its tradition of civic discussions in downtown Chattanooga. The group welcomed guest speaker Mark Fraker, CEO of the Chattanooga Federal Employees Credit Union—one of the oldest surviving credit unions in Tennessee. During his remarks, Fanker encouraged the audience to take a different approach to financial planning.…… MORE
What’s Right With Our Schools: CCS Theater Camp
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — It’s lights, camera, summer fun! Chattanooga Christian School is once again hosting its long-running Musical Theatre Camp—welcoming students from across the region and beyond. From singing and dancing to costume design and teamwork, this camp is giving kids a full taste of life on stage and a great example of ‘What’s…… MORE
Three-State Paddle Adventure Begins
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Hundreds of paddlers are dipping their oars into history this week as Paddle Georgia marks its twentieth anniversary with a journey unlike any other. The annual week-long event, considered the largest of its kind in the country, begins on the South Chickamauga Creek in Ringgold, Georgia. But without some extra local…… MORE
Smart Grocery Savings with Amazon
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – As grocery costs climb this summer, many Americans are looking to save. For twenty-two million SNAP households, every dollar counts. Online shopping is helping as nearly four million families used it each month last year. Amazon Access is expanding affordable, healthy food options, especially in underserved areas. Nancy Dalton, Director of…… MORE
First private development tied to Erlanger Park breaks ground
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- As Erlanger Park continues its construction, some of the recent discussion around the surrounding district was when nearby development would begin. Monday, the first of those projects broke ground. An empty lot at 26th and Cowart Streets right off of South Broad Street, will soon be the new Broadview Condominiums. The ceremonial…… MORE
