Chattanooga TN

CLEVELAND, Tenn. — She’s tall, she’s spooky, and she’s officially back. Cleveland, Tennessee’s favorite ghoul, Tall Betsy, is set to rise once more this Halloween night -- right on cue at sunset, 6:46 p.m. sharp — at her historic haunt on Centenary Avenue NW.

DANDRIDGE, Tenn. — The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office said they arrested a Dandridge man on a human trafficking charge out of Georgia on Monday. JCSO said investigators were notified by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation about an active warrant for Vaughn Dewayne Scarbrough, 54, out of Whitfield County, Georgia...

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn — The newest restoration crew working to save MacClellan Island isn’t made up of landscapers or city workers; it’s a small herd of hungry, four-legged lawnmowers. After a failed prescribed burn last year, the Chattanooga Audubon Society brought in goats from Circle N Stables to...

All traffic is now back to normal. I-75 Northbound has one lane open. We are working to learn more about a crash that has currently closed I-75 Northbound near the I-24 split. Currently all lanes are blocked. We have reached out for more information. This is a developing story. Depend...

UT Chattanooga's administration approved a Turning Point USA chapter despite student government rejection, with the Dean of Students determining final recognition authority.

Tennessee’s rivers carve through mountains, valleys, and charming towns, creating the perfect backdrop for hearty meals and relaxed dining. Along these riverfront restaurants, diners enjoy bold flavors, fresh ingredients, and scenic vistas that make every bite taste even better. From casual taverns to elegant...

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – News 12 is recognizing some of the bravest members of our community through the First Responders Hero Award. Whether someone is an EMT, paramedic, firefighter, or police officer, this award honors their unwavering dedication to keeping us safe. When danger strikes, these heroes are the...

The following information is courtesy of the East Ridge Police Department. 25-010631 – 5300 BLK Stone Street – Animal Cruelty – Police responded to the East Ridge Animal Shelter after a citizen brought in a young white and tan dog that he stated he found leashed to a stop sign at S Moore Road & Maryland Drive. The...

DALTON, Ga. — Dalton Police need your help identifying a man who tried to rob a Dalton store at gunpoint on Tuesday night. The suspect wore a mask, but the store's surveillance system was still able to get clear pictures of part of his face and his distinctive clothing.

Dalton, GA – The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) is investigating the death of Michael Cronin, 59, of Dalton, following a fatal stabbing that occurred late Wednesday night. Around 11:00 p.m. on October 1, 2025, the Whitfield County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call about a woman covered in...