Chattanooga Business Elite Hosts 2025 Level Up Summit to Celebrate Black Business Month - WDEF
Chattanooga Business Elite Hosts 2025 Level Up Summit to Celebrate Black Business Month| WDEF
Chattanooga Business Elite Hosts 2025 Level Up Summit to Celebrate Black Business Month| WDEF
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (Red Wolves) -The Chattanooga Red Wolves clinched a dramatic stoppage-time winner Wednesday, continuing their reputation for late-game heroics in USL League One. The Red Wolves broke the deadlock against Forward Madison FC with a rapid counterattack in the dying moments. n, Chattanooga’s Zahir Vazquez found himself unmarked in the box after a defensive lapse, slotting home past the...| WDEF
August 5, 2025, is an important date for the process of adding a new area code for phones in our area. Tuesday, the new code and ten digit dialing became official.| WDEF
A dangerous scene played out on Riverside Drive in Chattanooga around 7:45 p.m. Monday night.| WDEF
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A man who has been convicted twice of a 20-21 murder outside of a Brainerd night club is attempting to seek a third trial. Kristijian Mrkonjic was convicted last year of first degree murder in the shooting death of Eric Grant. (From: Tennessee Department of Corrections) The shooting occurred outside of the Sky Zoo Bar on June...| WDEF
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) — The Volkswagen Academy made history this Summer. They graduated their first ever class of Automotive Systems Technology students, alongside their sixth cohort of manufacturing specialists. What they learned is a far-reaching example of “What’s Right With Our Schools.” Sam Dean is the Technical Training Supervisor at Volkswagen Academy. He explains, ” The very first automotive Sister’s...| WDEF
Timbrel Williams graduated from Tennessee State University in 2023 with a Bachelor's Degree in Communications. She is a Chattanooga native and is happy to be back home with friends and family.| WDEF
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF)— Hundreds of families filled the Tennessee Riverpark for the 8th Annual Back-to-School Bash, transforming the waterfront into a vibrant hub of learning, laughter, and community support. From face painting and interactive STEM exhibits to free backpacks and haircuts, the event offered something for every student gearing up for the first day of school. “This event is all...| WDEF
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) – Special Agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) arrested a Jackson man and charged him with Accessory After the Fact to 1st Degree Murder in connection to a suspect of a quadruple murder.| WDEF
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Law enforcement says when the suspect shot the victim, the 17-year-old male sustained non-life-threatening injuries.| WDEF
ATHENS, Tenn. (WDEF) - Police say the owner has been charged with multiple counts of animal cruelty and the last six of the rescued dogs are still looking for their forever homes.| WDEF
POLK COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - Law enforcement says, the suspect, O’Neal, attempted to detonate the devices upon officers’ arrival and while attempting to apprehend him.| WDEF
FENTRESS COUNTY, Tenn, (WDEF) - During the investigation, agents learned that Ihben had created an online account claiming the public official had forced Ihben to get his children vaccinated.| WDEF
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) — It starts with a handful of red sand—and a powerful message. Across Hamilton County sidewalks, bright red grains are being poured into the cracks. But this act is more than symbolic. It’s a visible reminder of the people who too often fall through society’s gaps: victims and survivors of human trafficking. Community leaders, advocates, and nonprofits gathered...| WDEF
ReporterEmail JesseJesse grew up in Knoxville TN where he graduated from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville. He was a member of the Pride of the Southland Band and played the saxophone. Jesse is in the Air National Guard at the base in Knoxville. Articles Whitfield County Sheriff’s Office donates hundreds of backpacksFeatured Jesse Farley, June 8, 2023 WHITFIELD COUNTY,...| WDEF
Carlos and Alexa PenaVega are teaming up with The Salvation Army to provide school supplies for students in need| WDEF
Rhea and McMinn County students had a half day for the first day back.| WDEF
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF)- A Bradley County judge is warning a man charged with the murder of his ex-wife against stalling future proceedings. Craig Liner is charged with felony murder in the January shooting death of Karen Liner at her Cleveland home. Video evidence at a previous hearing showed a man identified as Craig shooting Karen in her driveway. Friday, he...| WDEF
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- As Hamilton County Schools embark on a new year, teachers from every school descended on downtown Chattanooga Friday morning. Over 5500 employees gathered at the Chattanooga Convention Center to kick off their brand new school year. It was a raucous atmosphere as each school was recognized in the opening ceremony of the second annual Professional Learning Conference....| WDEF
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The future downtown technical school at the Gateway Building has entered a new phase. Banners promoting the future Franklin-Roberts Future Ready Institute were placed this week on the Westside. It will be the first technical school in downtown Chattanooga since the closure of Kirkman Technical School. (From: Hamilton County Mayor’s Office) The project is one of the...| WDEF
Four people were killed in a shooting at a bar in Anaconda, Montana, on Friday, authorities said. A suspect is at large.| WDEF
The International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA) awards show in Chattanooga this fall has gotten some star power.| WDEF
WHITFIELD COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) — The Whitfield County Sheriff’s Office gave back to their community on Friday. Whitfield County Sheriff Darren Pierce wants the community to know that they will help in any way. “We want the community to know that the sheriff’s office is here to help you. That’s what the sheriff’s office is here to do. We want...| WDEF
A Chattanooga man recently pleaded guilty after stabbing a woman to death back in 2022 in East Brainerd.| WDEF
Driver who plan to use the I-75 , I-24 interchange should expect delays as TDOT crews push forward with Phase 2 of the I-24 project.| WDEF
CDOT has temporarily closed a portion of Standifer Gap Road due to a damaged stormwater pipe.| WDEF
Local Hip Hop artist Cuatro Cinco joins News 12’s Amelia Greer as he continues his ‘Gloss the World’ tour. He’s bringing other local acts to HiFi Clyde’s Saturday, August 2 for a night full of fun. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Cuatro Cinco continues to bring local hip-hop to the Scenic City with the continuation of his “Gloss the World” tour....| WDEF
CHATTANOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- There have been several developments Thursday as it relates to tariffs enacted by President Donald Trump. As these developments unfold, UTC’s chief economist gave his take on the effectiveness of these tariffs to the Downtown Rotary Club. President Trump announced on Thursday a deal had been reached with Mexico to avoid tariffs being enacted for 90 days....| WDEF
Mayor Tim Kelly held one-on-one office hours to connect with Chattanooga residents and hear their concerns.| WDEF
After more than 70 years in service, Gordon’s Cleaners has officially closed, ending a legacy of local family business in Chattanooga.| WDEF
SIGNAL MOUNTAIN, Tenn. (WDEF)- A portion of a popular trail on Signal Mountain is temporarily closed. The suspension bridge on the Rainbow Lake Trail was damaged by a tree. The bridge connects that trail to Edward’s Point and the Cumberland Trail. That bridge is operated by TDEC. Signal Mountain’s town manager, Matthew Justice, says that this situation accelerated plans to...| WDEF
The TBI is investigating a chain of events that started Tuesday afternoon involving a quadruple homicide and an abandoned baby.| WDEF
A plane made an emergency landing at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport on Wednesday after dozens of passengers were injured by "significant" in-flight turbulence, according to the airline.| WDEF
A man involved in the fatal accident on Ashland Terrace back in February has been indicted.| WDEF
A New Mexico judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by actor Alec Baldwin for malicious prosecution and civil rights violations in the 2021 fatal shooting of a cinematographer on the set of the Western movie "Rust."| WDEF
Arkansas police charged a 28-year-old schoolteacher in the killing of a married couple who were hiking with their children at Devil's Den State Park.| WDEF
There's so much to do in Polk County, Tennessee. From whitewater rafting to hiking, the community is known for outdoor adventure. Destination Ocoee has several standout businesses known for making your experience to the area special.| WDEF
Aaron Harned from the Hixson Dairy Queen joins News 12’s Amelia Greer as the ‘Grill and Chill’ chain gets ready to sell a lot of blizzards for a great cause. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Today is the best day to cool off from the summer heat with a delicious Dairy Queen Blizzard because today is “Miracle Treat Day.” “Miracle Treat...| WDEF
WDEF-TV News 12 Tennessee River Valley weather forecast Overnight: Partly cloudy, humid, mild. Patchy fog. Scattered thunderstorms. Lows: mid 60’s. Winds: near calm. Wednesday: Mostly cloudy, warm, humid. Scattered mainly afternoon thunderstorms. Highs: low 80’s. Winds: ESE @ 5 MPH. Overnight: Partly cloudy, humid, mild. Patchy fog. Scattered thunderstorms. Lows: mid 60’s. Winds: near calm. Thursday: Mostly cloudy, warm, humid....| WDEF
Rhea County Schools Ready to Welcome Students Back| WDEF
Flowers and Kindness: Random Acts of Flowers Expands to Erlanger| WDEF
As the city of Chattanooga grapples with how to better pay their first responders, a different type of discussion began.| WDEF
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A new proposal in light of the recent rise in property values across Hamilton County was given Wednesday. Hamilton County Commissioner David Sharpe proposed a tax freeze for senior homeowners. He says that in his district, some tax bills went up over 150 percent. Chattanooga City Councilman Ron Elliott is currently pursuing a similar policy within city...| WDEF
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The ill fated Plan Hamilton came back up in discussion Wednesday morning. It was tabled at a County Commission meeting back in June after 8 commissioners said they weren’t ready to vote on it. The plan is designed to guide future growth in unincorporated Hamilton County. In tandem with that tabling, a moratorium was placed on new...| WDEF
Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp is proposing a one-time investment to strengthen EMS and volunteer fire departments across the county.| WDEF
Hamilton County Schools board is preparing for a pivotal vote on a potential total ban of personal cell phones during the school day at their upcoming meeting.| WDEF
Chattanooga firefighters received a cool show of appreciation from a local business.| WDEF
Beverage brand High Noon is recalling some of its vodka seltzer packs due to some cans being mislabeled as non-alcoholic energy drinks, creating the potential for unintended alcohol consumption. In an announcement posted Wednesday, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said the two lots of the High Noon Beach Variety 12-packs contain cans mislabeled as “CELSIUS® ASTRO VIBE™ Energy Drink, Sparkling Blue...| WDEF
Authorities have made an arrest in connection to a double homicide that occurred in 2020.| WDEF
Two young girls and an adult man are dead after a huge explosion tore through a Nebraska biofuels plant, officials said Wednesday.| WDEF
Have you ever found yourself repeating the words "speak to a human please" while on the phone with customer service? If so, you're among the roughly 70% of Americans who find interacting with automated phone systems| WDEF
A male suspect has been arrested in connection with a shooting that occurred in 2024 on Fagan Street.| WDEF
It's a business that provides freight and logistics services to other businesses, ensuring transportation.| WDEF
