DUNLAP, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Dunlap Fire Department (DFD) responded to a vehicle fire early Tuesday morning. At 4:30 a.m., February 25, 2025, DFD was dispatched to the southbound exit ramp of Highway 111 at Lewis Chapel Road. Upon arrival, crews found a pickup truck fully engulfed in flames. Firefighters quickly worked to extinguish the…… MORE
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Nominate your physician for National Doctors’ Day
Kevin Lusk with the Medical Foundation of Chattanooga joins News 12’s Amelia Greer to encourage patients to say thank you and nominate their doctors for National Doctors’ Day. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Give thanks to the doctor that keeps you healthy by nominating them for National Doctors’ Day. Kevin Lusk with the Medical Foundation of…… MORE
HCS Reviews Potential Custodial Contracts
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Hamilton County Schools is taking a major step to ensure its facilities remain clean, safe, and welcoming for students and staff. After reviewing 13 applications, the board has narrowed down two potential candidates. As part of the selection process, two companies presented their proposals today, outlining their plans to provide top-tier…… MORE
Chattanooga Zoo Welcomes Two New Warthogs
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Chattanooga Zoo has welcomed two new female warthogs, marking an exciting milestone in its history. The warthogs, named Peanut and Big Girl, arrived in late January from a zoo in Florida and have joined Everett, the male warthog, in the Cape of Africa expansion. Jake Cash, Chattanooga Zoo Director of Marketing…… MORE
Right At Home promotes care for caregivers
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Caregivers work hard to care for our loved ones. Right at Home in Home Care and Assistance is promoting care for their caregivers. Caregivers can give too much and leave themselves with burnout. Bryan Hensley the owner of Right at Home says, “Both professional caregivers and family caregivers find ways to…… MORE
DeKalb County inmates train shelter dogs for adoption
DEKALB COUNTY, Al. (WDEF) — The DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) is teaming up with the DeKalb County Animal Adoption Center (DCAAC) on a new initiative aimed at helping shelter dogs find permanent homes while providing inmates with a meaningful rehabilitation opportunity. As part of the program, inmates will work with a different shelter dog…… MORE
YMCA kicks off new fundraising event
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The YMCA is kicking off a massive fundraiser today. They are inviting the community to participate in a series of health and wellness events. The events include multiple bike-a-thons and a swim-a-thons, as well as a military fitness competition, graded by local soldiers and YMCA staff. All of the proceeds from…… MORE
Weather Update: Monday – February 24, 2025
WDEF-TV News 12 Tennessee River Valley weather forecast Overnight: A few clouds. Cold. Lows: mid 30’s. Winds: L&V. Tuesday: Patchy morning fog. Sunny, mild, dry. Highs: high 60’s. Winds: NW @ 5 MPH. Overnight: A few clouds. Chilly. Lows: high 30’s. Winds: L&V. Wednesday: Mostly sunny. Dry. Unseasonably mild. Highs: near 70. Winds: S @…… MORE
Weather Update: Tuesday – February 25, 2025
WDEF-TV News 12 Tennessee River Valley weather forecast Overnight: A few clouds. Cold. Lows: mid 30’s. Winds: L&V. Tuesday: Patchy morning fog. Sunny, mild, dry. Highs: high 60’s. Winds: NW @ 5 MPH. Overnight: A few clouds. Chilly. Lows: high 30’s. Winds: L&V. Wednesday: Mostly sunny. Dry. Unseasonably mild. Highs: near 70. Winds: S @…… MORE
Lane closures coming soon on Signal Mountain Boulevard for road work
mgn CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Drivers on Signal Mountain Boulevard should prepare for lane reductions this week as TDOT begins road construction. From Tuesday, February 25, through Thursday, February 27, 2025, TDOT maintenance crews will be conducting geotechnical drilling work between Sunset Drive and Shoal Creek Road. This is in preparation for a future improvement…… MORE
