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Chattanooga Police investigating KKK flyers in local areas

Chattanooga Police investigating KKK flyers in local areas

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) —  The Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) is investigating hate propaganda around the area. On the evening of January 27, 2025, Chattanooga Police responded to reports of Ku Klux Klan flyers in the Highland Park neighborhood. At 8:55 p.m., officers arrived and spoke with multiple community members who had found the flyers scattered…MORE

Rossville woman convicted of fentanyl distribution

Rossville woman convicted of fentanyl distribution

LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN, Ga. (WDEF) —  A Rossville woman has been convicted of fentanyl distribution in Catoosa County, January 15, 2025. On April 11, 2024, officers conducted a probation visit at Leamon’s residence. Samantha Shea Leamon / Catoosa County Sheriff’s Office According to the Lookout Mountain Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office, law enforcement found 3.642 grams…MORE

Start your New Year’s resolution by HIITing it off with Planet Fitness

Shannon DeBoef joins News 12’s Amelia Greer with a quick workout to get your blood pumping. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Planet Fitness is helping you kick your New Year’s resolution in the butt with some warm up exercises. All of Planet Fitness’ memberships include access to equipment in a Judgement Free Zone, free fitness training,…MORE

Love’s Arm Outreach celebrates 20 years of service

Inza Hagins-Dyer joins News 12’s Amelia Greer to preview their upcoming events which helps women learn more on how to prioritize their health and wellbeing. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Love’s Arm Outreach is celebrating 20 years of serving Chattanooga and providing support for human trafficking victims. They are hosting two special events in which all…MORE

Soddy Daisy Middle student arrested for making school threat

Soddy Daisy Middle student arrested for making school threat

SODDY DAISY, Tenn. (WDEF) —  A student at Soddy Daisy Middle School was arrested and charged after making a threat against the school. At 5:00 p.m., Monday, January 27, 2025, the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) School Resource Deputy (SRO) was made aware of a threat made towards the school. According to HCSO, a faculty…MORE

Sierra Club presents PFAS contamination concerns

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) –This month’s Sierra Club presentation brought an urgent environmental concern to the forefront: the potential contamination of local food and water sources by PFAS, also known as “forever chemicals.” PFAS, a class of synthetic chemicals widely used in everyday products, is increasingly linked to negative health effects. Items like nonstick cookware, firefighting…MORE