CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) has awarded $630,000 to the Chattanooga Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA). This funding will support a transit-oriented development (TOD) planning project along the Brainerd Road/Lee Highway corridor. With an additional $157,500 in funding from the City of Chattanooga, this $787,500 initiative aims to enhance transit access,…… MORE
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Some Chattanoogans are celebrating their very first Halloween today. The folks at Parkridge East Hospital shared these photos of their newest babies. “These little bundles are bringing joy and heartwarming moments to all with their tiny costumes that are spook-tacularly adorable.” Categories: Featured, Local News Tags: babies, Halloween, newborns, Parkridge East…… MORE
CLEVELAND, Tennessee (WDEF) – A major company in our area is reacting to legal drama surrounding its founder in Cleveland, Tennessee. Forrest L. Preston started Life Care Centers of America in 1970. The company now operates 200 campuses in 27 states across the country. At the age of 91, Preston is still the owner. But…… MORE
Faith Road Fire / Chattanooga Fire Department CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Chattanooga Fire Department (CFD) responded to a fire on Faith Road this morning. Firefighters were dispatched to the 3600 block of Faith Road at 9:32 a.m. Upon arrival, crews found a vacant structure on fire. The fire spread to a collapsed single-wide trailer…… MORE
MGN HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) — The spooky holiday is upon us, and that means trick or treaters will be on the prowl this evening. Local law enforcement have posted statements, providing safety tips to keep the ghouls and goblins out of harm’s way. Chattanooga Police (CPD) gave a list of six things to keep…… MORE
Nichelle Patel of The Chocolate Box previews last minute tasty creations for Halloween with News 12’s Chip Chapman. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Something tasty this way comes. Nichelle Patel, owner of The Chocolate Box, returns to show off some more tricks up her sleeve and all of them are treats! People will be screaming “Beetlejuice!”…… MORE
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) -The FBI is continuing the manhunt for the Tennessee man who allegedly staged a fake bear attack in an attempt to cover up a hiker’s murder. Nicholas Hamlett, the suspected murderer, stole the identity of a man named Brandon Andrade, dialed 911 the night of Oct. 18 while hiking in Polk County, and…… MORE
WDEF-TV News 12 Tennessee River Valley weather forecast Thursday: Cloud / Sun Mix. Mild. Breezy at times. Highs: high 70s. Winds: S @ 5-10 MPH, gusts 20. Overnight: Stray showers into Friday morning. Mild. Lows: low 60’s. Winds: S @ 5 MPH. Friday: Early showers, then partly cloudy. Highs: low 70’s. Winds: N @ 5…… MORE
This holiday season, The Salvation Army of Greater Chattanooga is gearing up to launch its volunteer recruitment for the Red Kettle Campaign. Since 18-91, the Red Kettle Campaign has been a beloved tradition, helping those in need during the holiday season. Officials say it relies heavily on the dedication of volunteers. “Every year, we conduct…… MORE
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A report over the weekend from the Chattanooga Times Free Press claimed the cost of the Gateway school project had doubled to $80 million dollars. It had been initially proposed to be roughly $40 million as part of a $250 million dollar bond issue to fund several school projects across the county.…… MORE
