The Walker County African American Museum ribbon cutting Ceremony
LAFAYETTE, Ga. (WDEF) – A special celebration took place in Walker County today as community members gathered to honor the past and inspire the future. A new museum is now open, showcasing African American history and heritage in the heart of the community. News 12 was at the Walker...
ERPD Arrests July 21-26
According to booking reports from the Hamilton County Jail, the following people were arrested by the East Ridge Police Department from July 21-26 An arrest does not mean that a person has been convicted of a crime. All persons arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Georgia man drowns while retrieving piece of his boat that broke off
A 51-year-old Georgia man drowned after he jumped into a river to retrieve a piece of his boat, according to ABC-affiliate WTVC.
Braun Spins Gem But Chattanooga Wins 6-2
COLUMBUS, Ga., — At a ball park far, far away... the Columbus Clingstones' (11-13, 37-53) losing skid extended to three despite an eight-hit performance. The Chattanooga Lookouts (12-11, 50-39) spoiled Star Wars night and gave the Stones a 6-2 loss on Friday night at Synovus Park. Friday night's contest...
Chattanooga guide Dillon Falardeau secures spot in 2026 Bassmaster Classic
NORTH EAST, Md. — Chattanooga fishing guide and pro angler Dillon Falardeau went for a wire-to-wire win on the Upper Chesapeake Bay, winning the Bassmaster Open. Along with the $34,279 first-place prize and a trophy, Falardeau punched his ticket to the 2026 Bass Pro Shops Bassmaster Classic for March 13-15 on the...
The North Shore’s Iconic Big Chill And Grill To Host Comedian Brooke Barry
Founded in 1997 by owner Scottie Bowman, The Big Chill and Grill began as a humble bar-and-grill on Market Street and has since grown into a flagship restaurant, a local institution, and one of the most inclusive bars in Chattanooga and the North Shore. Currently located on the corner of...
Heart Hub unveiled at Glenwood Community Center
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Those who frequent the Glenwood Community Center will have a new resource to check their health.The American Health Association has placed a Heart Hub inside of that center in collaboration with the Office of Community Health and the Journey Health Foundation. It is the second such hub...
Georgia man dies after jumping from boat into Tennessee River
HIXSON, Tenn. (WSMV) - A Georgia man has died after he reportedly jumped off a boat into the Tennessee River, according to the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency. TWRA, along with Hamilton County authorities, responded to the Chickamauga Reservoir near Dogwood Drive around 1:15 p.m. for reports of drowning....
CPD K-9 Unit trains for water-based operations with Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency
Chattanooga, TN – The Chattanooga Police Department’s K-9 Unit took to the water this week for their annual marine operations training, reinforcing their ability to operate effectively in aquatic environments. The specialized training focuses on familiarizing both K-9s and their handlers with working in and around...
Water main break affects customers across Lookout Valley for hours on Friday
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. — If you live in Lookout Valley -- roughly the part of Hamilton County west of Lookout Mountain and Moccasin Bend -- a massive water main break has affected your service on Friday. Tennessee-American Water sent out an alert to customers at 8:30 a.m. Friday morning,...
