HARRISON, Tenn. (WDEF) — An elderly couple lost their home in a devastating fire this morning in the Harrison area. At 9:53 a.m., the homeowner called 911 to report a fire at their residence located at 8733 Bethany Lane. Fortunately, the family was able to evacuate safely with no injuries. By 9:58 a.m., deputies from…… MORE
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HCSO SWAT responds to domestic incident
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) – On Saturday at 10:30 p.m., deputies were called to the 6580 block of Charbell Street in response to a domestic disturbance. When they arrived, they determined that the suspect, Zachariah Legate, had committed aggravated assault against the victim. Investigators also learned that Legate had thrown rocks at the victim’s vehicle…… MORE
A Century of Memories: Celebrating 100 Years of Lake Winnepesaukah
For 100 years, Lake Winnepesaukah has been more than just a theme park. It’s a place where families come together, generations connect, and lifelong memories are made. What started in 1925 as a lakeside attraction created by Carl and Minette Dixon has grown into a beloved Southern landmark. On opening day, more than 5,000 guests…… MORE
SNTV Boxing | Inoue is ‘very motivated to fight’ Cardenas in U.S.A.
Inoue is ‘very motivated to fight’ Cardenas in U.S.A. – Source: Top Rank Boxing… MORE
SNTV Boxing | Canelo Alvarez and William Scull on weight ahead of undisputed 168-pound title bout
Canelo Alvarez and William Scull on weight ahead of undisputed 168-pound title bout – Source: SNTV… MORE
Weather Update: Friday May 2, 2025
WDEF-TV News 12 Tennessee River Valley weather forecast Overnight: mild. Widespread Showers/Thunderstorms. Highs: low 60’s. Winds: NE @ 5 MPH. NWS Morristown: Virtual Skywarn Storm Spotter Training | Your Environment: Antarctic Sea Ice Loss “In the dark and cold of winter, sea ice forms and spreads across Arctic seas. But in recent years,…… MORE
The longest running military parade returns to Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The city of Chattanooga hosted the 76th armed forces parade. Every year the Armed Forces Parade marches on, it solidifies itself in history. Captain Mickey McCamish is United States Navy Retired and the parade organizer. He says, “The parade to us veterans, since most of us went that route, we marched…… MORE
WTCI reacts to President Trump’s executive order to cut public broadcasting funding
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Our local PBS station, WTCI, is reacting to President Trump’s executive order to cut funding to cut public broadcasters. The President says in his executive order that in his view, public broadcasters are biased and that the government funding is a waste of money. He said in his executive order in part,…… MORE
Chatt Prep celebrates first cohort as all graduates accepted into college
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Chattanooga Prep celebrated their first senior class Friday. The school says their entire first cohort of 50 students have been accepted to at least one college or university. This comes after uncertainty if they would be able to graduate on time due to issues with teacher and course verification. All of that…… MORE
Chattanooga police investigating Tacoa Circle shooting
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Authorities are investigating a shooting that occurred a few days ago on Tacoa Circle. On April 30, 2025 around 7:00 p.m., Chattanooga police responded to the 5200 block of Tacoa Circle on reports of shots fired. After officers arrived on scene, they were notified of someone arriving at a local hospital…… MORE
