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Local Puppy Bowl brings wagging tails and forever homes

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)– It was game day at McKamey Animal Center, where the competition was fierce, but instead of trophies, these four-legged athletes were after something much more valuable: a loving home. As puppies tumbled and raced around, their tails wagging with excitement, the adoption floor was buzzing with families eager to find their newest member.…

Late-Night Shooting Outside AMC Chattanooga 18

HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)–Late Saturday night, East Ridge Police responded to a shooting outside the AMC Chattanooga 18. Late last night, East Ridge Police responded to a shooting outside the AMC Chattanooga 18. According to East Ridge Assistant Police Chief Josh Creel, the incident occurred in the rear parking lot of the theater. Due to…

Soddy Daisy Police engaged in a foot pursuit with a burglary suspect

HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)– On Saturday, at approximately 6:15 p.m., Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) deputies were alerted that Soddy Daisy Police Department personnel were engaged in a foot pursuit with a burglary suspect near Soddy Lake. Deputies responded to the area near Durham Street after receiving reports that the suspect had entered the lake…

Press Conference Held for McMinn County Incident

ATHENS, Tenn. (WDEF) – A safety scare at McMinn County High School has parents and students on edge as officials are speaking out on how they’re working to keep students safe.  Last week, two students from McMinn County High School in Tennessee were suspended after making threats on social media.  “A parent was very concerned…

Weather Update: Sunday – February 9, 2025

Weather Update: Sunday – February 9, 2025

WDEF-TV News 12 Tennessee River Valley weather forecast Overnight: Isolated showers. Mostly cloudy. Lows: low 40’s. Winds: N @ 5 MPH. Monday: Cloud/Sun Mix. Highs: near normal in the mid 50’s. Winds: NE @ 5 MPH. Overnight: Widespread showers. Mostly cloudy. Lows: low 50’s. Winds: S @ 5 MPH. Tuesday: Cloudy. Showers. Highs: near normal…