FLINTSTONE, GA (WDEF) – Geoff James has a great sense of humor. He mixes that with a healthy dose of caring to make sure that every student in his Chattanooga Valley Middle School class is on the same page. It’s working. See for yourself in this week’s Golden Apple. “On behalf of Food City and…… MORE
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East Ridge Emergency Services Building Damaged in Crash
A crash in East Ridge Monday afternoon leaves its emergency services building badly damaged by a juvenile driver. No one was injured. Both police and fire services are still operational. “The employees immediately turned around, ran back into the office, and began life-saving efforts for the occupant of the vehicle, extracting her from the car,”…… MORE
Siskin Hospital Celebrates 35 Years of Healing and Service to Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)Siskin Hospital is celebrating a remarkable 35 years of healing, thriving, and helping others. Throughout February, the hospital will mark this incredible milestone with events and reflections on how far it’s come. Vice President of Patient Access and Marketing, Terresa, shared her thoughts on this special anniversary. “35 years is a long time,…… MORE
Cory Lee: Redefining Accessibility with Google Workspace
FAYETTEVILLE, GA (WDEF) – The Super Bowl isn’t just about football, it’s also one of the biggest stages for brands to showcase powerful, game-changing commercials. And this year, one ad is making history for its focus on accessibility. Google Workspace is set to debut a commercial featuring Cory Lee, a world traveler and advocate who…… MORE
Georgia legislators unveiled school safety initiative
ATLANTA, Ga. (WDEF)- Georgia legislators unveiled a series of proposals concerning school safety this week. Last September, four people were killed at Apalachee High School just to the east of Atlanta. The perpetrator in that shooting was a 14 year old student. Now, state legislators are proposing several initiatives to combat the issue. This includes…… MORE
Marion County woman arrested on financial exploitation charges
MARION COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) — A Marion County woman has been arrested and is being charged with financial exploitation and forgery charges. In July of 2024, detectives with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigations (TBI) launched and investigation into a referral from the Adult Protect Services. According to TBI, referral was in regards to some irregularities…… MORE
Two juveniles arrested in connection to the Soddy Daisy auto burglaries
SODDY DAISY, Tenn. (WDEF) — Two juveniles have been arrested in connection to the auto theft and burglaries in Soddy Daisy over the weekend. On February 2, 2025, at 1:30 a.m., officers with the Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) responded to the 5600 block of Sofias Circle. Upon arrival, officers were made aware of a 2019…… MORE
Linde, Inc. announces industrial gas facility near Charleston, Tennessee
CLEVELAND, Tennessee (WDEF) – Tennessee officials announce a $70 million investment in Bradley County. Linde, Inc. plans to build a new facility to supply industrial gases in East Tennessee. Specifically, it will be a new air separation unit that will produce liquid oxygen, nitrogen and argon for industrial use in our region. They will build…… MORE
Mayor Kelly challenges residents to break turnout record
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Chattanooga mayor Tim Kelly is issuing a challenge to voters ahead of the upcoming city elections. He is asking residents to break the record for turnout in a city election. The current record was set back in 2001, where over 30,000 voters showed up to the polls. He says there are over…… MORE
History has its eyes on the Tivoli Theatre Foundation this Broadway season
Tivoli Theatre Foundation CEO Nick Wilkinson joins News 12’s Amelia Greer to celebrate the wall breaking to begin Tivoli Theatre construction and to highlight the exciting Broadway shows coming to the Memorial Auditorium. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Tivoli Theatre has broken down the walls and has begun their reconstruction, while keeping audiences entertained during…… MORE
