CATOOSA COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) — Several organizations have been working to restore a Pontiac Trans Am that belonged to the Catoosa County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO). In 1978, Catoosa County Sheriff J.D. Stewart bought four Trans Am’s to be used at patrol cars. Later on in 1979 & 1981, Sheriff Stewart purchased eight more, bringing the…… MORE
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Hiker finds human remains off mountain in Cherokee County
MURPHY, Nc. (WDEF) — Local law enforcement are investigating the discovery of human remains found off Burrell Mountain Road. Kamron Peter Rondon A hiker reported finding a human skull on January 23, 2025. The Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) and the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) conducted a search of the area on…… MORE
Local representative proposes bill to remove sales tax on baby products
HIXSON, Tenn. (WDEF) — Hixson lawmaker Greg Martin is proposing a bill to help parents in Tennessee. Martin wants to remove the sales tax on diapers, infant formula and baby wipes. The representative says helping new parents is also pro-life. “Being pro-life means advocating for the well-being of both the unborn and the families that…… MORE
Dayton authorities searching for missing juvenile
DAYTON, Tenn. (WDEF) — Authorities in Dayton are searching for a missing juvenile. Cianna Jolynn Davis / Dayton Police Department Cianna Jolynn Davis was last seen in Dayton February 6, 2025 at 10:30 p.m. The Dayton Police Department has reason to believe she may be in the Chattanooga area. Davis is a white female with…… MORE
Tennessee Aquarium welcomes new president & CEO, Andrew Wood
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Tennessee Aquarium is welcoming their new president and CEO, Andrew Wood. Wood will begin duties starting March 31, 2025. According to the Tennessee Aquarium, Wood is the fifth person in history to lead to the organization. Wood will be taking the place of Keith Sanford, who retired at the end…… MORE
Step into Old Hollywood for a dazzling all-inclusive Valentine’s Day dinner
Carla Pritchard and Selena Duncan join News 12’s Amelia Greer to preview a special Valentine’s Day dinner that’s all-inclusive with its price. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – For those who still need to plan a Valentine’s Day dinner last minute, there’s a special dinner offer that takes care of all your romantic needs. The Granfalloon is…… MORE
Soddy Daisy Middle School out for power outage and road obstacles
SODDY DAISY, Tenn. (WDEF) — Soddy Daisy Middle School cancelled classes Wednesday due to downed power lines across the road at the entrance to the school. No cars or buses could get through. The building lost power and phones lines are out. Students were reported safe on buses. They were taken to Soddy Daisy…… MORE
Golden Apple Award: Lauren Gillot, North Hamilton Elementary School
SALE CREEK, TN (WDEF) – Hard-working, caring and understanding, those are the superlatives that parents use to describe Lauren Gillot. Every morning, she greets her students at North Hamilton Elementary with a smile right when they walk through the door. That’s the kind of teacher we love to feature in our Golden Apple report. Jacquie…… MORE
Bird Flu Outbreak Drives Egg Prices to Record Highs
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)– Egg prices have shocked many shoppers recently, as they’ve reached about $7 per dozen in Tennessee. This price surge is largely due to the ongoing bird flu outbreak, which has led to the deaths of millions of chickens across the country, causing severe disruptions in egg production. Agriculture and Natural Resources Extension…… MORE
Cancer advocates push for biomarker testing in Tennessee
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF)—Over 50 cancer advocates, including patients, survivors, and caregivers, gathered at the Tennessee State Capitol today to speak with legislators about the importance of biomarker testing in cancer treatment. The advocates, representing the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN), emphasized how this testing can save crucial time in a patient’s fight…… MORE
