Buy a tree, save a life
ROSSVILLE, Georgia (WDEF)- A church is selling Christmas trees at a goal of $15,000 to help people in need Mercy Ridge Church had a Christmas event over the weekend while…
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Battle of Ringgold Gap
RINGGOLD, Georgia (WDEF)- The Battle of Ringgold gap living history showed what happened back over 150 years ago during the civil war. They described it as a way to show history and truth. …
Chickamauga Dam plays part in long running disc golf tournament
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- One of the biggest disc golf tournaments in the area is the Belch’n Turkey. "About 180 players tournament filled up in eight minutes it’s one of the fastest tournaments…
Cleveland family extra thankful this holiday
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- Seeing family at the airport is a typical Thanksgiving tradition, but this was no typical meeting. 62-year-old Scott Cantrell, a father and grandfather from Cleveland, TN, saw…
Reach One Teach One toy drive
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- A local nonprofit is in need of toys for its annual Christmas toy drive. Reach One Teach One helps at-risk kids and will have its fourth annual toy drive. There are several locations to donate toys including…
Youth Villages bring awareness to foster care during National Adoption Month
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- Even though we are over halfway through November, Foster Care agencies such as Youth Villages are still using National adoption month to highlight…
Traveling with kids during the holidays
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- We are entering the heart of holiday season with thanksgiving less than a week away. Teacher and child expert Suzanne Barchers said traveling with a child can make the holiday season even more stressful but there are…
Person taken into custody after multi-state pursuit, shots fired
HIXSON, Tennessee (WDEF)- Chattanooga Police Department said a suspect is in custody after a multi-state police chase The chase ended on Highway 153 near boy scout road in Hamilton County. The search for any other suspects has ended after a…
Shooting Arrest: 3000 Dee Drive
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) - On Saturday, just after 6 P.M. Chattanooga Police were advised by dispatch that a party had arrived at a local hospital by private vehicle with a gunshot wound. Upon arrival, Officers located and confirmed a male…
Rowing for the Special Olympics
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF)- Several rowing teams rowed 42, 195 meters, which is the distance of a marathon, in order to raises thousands of dollars for the athletes in the special Olympics. Five…
Chattanooga Fashion Expo wraps up
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF)- The Chattanooga Fashion expo concluded its 3 day event with a fashion runway. “It comes from different situations. Fun times and bad times in my life. I put a lot…
Foodies for Foster Care and Adoption
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)-Food truck alley is now playing host of several foster care agencies do the one person‘s connection to adoption so food truck alley you can get food and information on…
Kids learning about the 1800s at Audubon Acres Pioneer event
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- Audubon Acres takes a journey back to the 1800s to show if times were simpler. Loading and firing a gun three or maybe 4 times a minute. Plus kids learn what’s…
CAD4HOPE food drive
COLLEGEDALE, Tennessee (WDEF)-Collegedale Academy students brought in, collected, and donated around 10,000 pounds of food for a Brainerd Food Pantry. This is the 38th annual CAD4HOPE for Collegedale academy. This year the…
Used car prices still on the rise
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- The whole world turned upside down. Typically when you drive a car off the lot and the price depreciates. Today the price appreciates. Driving is something we rely on but,…
Chattanooga Fire Department 150 years
CHATTANOOGA , Tennessee (WDEF)- The Chattanooga Fire Department is celebrating its 150 years of putting out fires and helping keep Chattanooga safe. The CFD officially went into service on November 14, 1871…
Kids 5-11 eligible for COVID vaccine in Hamilton County
CHATTANOOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- Becky Sadler’s kids will soon be receiving the 5-11 kids version of the COVID-19 vaccine. She says after doing the research she says her kids in that age group will be getting the vaccine. As a nurse…
Busykid teaching kids how to earn and save money
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)-Getting kids to do chores around the house can be tough. BusyKid is a financial app created by financial expert Gregg Murset. His app allows…
Grandson Tells Story of His Grandfather’s Medal of Honor
The grandson of a Medal of Honor recipient spoke at the Charles Coolidge National Medal of Honor Heritage Center about who his grandfather was.
Male Mentorship Program
A Hamilton County organization taught boys how to be men with a focus on entrepreneurship, health, and policing and law.
Head of the Hooch Regatta delayed by fog
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- Thousands of people had to wait a little longer Saturday as The Head of the Hooch Regatta was delayed this morning due to a foggy…
Inaugural Honoring Those Who Served Parade and Festival
Fort Oglethorpe had its inaugural Honoring Those Who Served Parade and Festival.
Make-A-Wish makes a Soddy-Daisy girl’s dreams come true
Could be the best story of the day... it's Happy Wish Day in Soddy Daisy. See what's behind the "magic door" of little Eva's house, thanks to the folks at Make-A-Wish.
Stock Market Halloween boost
In the finance world, there is typically a Halloween effect to the stock market. News 12's Brian Armstrong speaks with a local financial expert about how the spooky season can give your account a boost.
Hamilton County Superintendent pool narrowed to five candidates
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF) - Hamilton County School Board has narrowed its list of Superintendent candidates from nine applicants to a top five. The five candidates are Dr. Justin Robertson, Dr. Natalie McClarty, Dr. Jim McIntyre, Dr. John Tucker, and Dr.…
Potential COVID testing surge
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF) - CEO of Vault Health Jason Feldman expects an increase in COVID testing. Not only will companies with more than 100 workers soon be required to have unvaccinated employees undergo regular…
Bat week aiding conservation efforts
Bat Week continues! Ocoee Whitewater Center in the Cherokee National Forest is using the occasion to help visitors learn about bats' importance. News 12's Brian Armstrong shows why we should consider these nocturnal creatures our winged allies.
Hamilton County’s redistricting and its potential impact on school board
There is a current proposal to redistrict Hamilton County from nine to 11 districts. There are also currently 9 school board members, which could stay nine but board lines changed or could be increased to 11.
Robot Handwritten Greeting Cards
Robots are giving people the ability to send a handwritten holiday card, personalized in your handwriting, without you actually needing to write it.
Cryptocurrency and Bitcoins potential future now its part of the NYSE
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)-"Bitcoin itself just from the first of the year has risen by 100%, dropped by 50%, and risen by another 100%," said Chris Hopkins. Cryptocurrency particularly Bitcoin has steadily been making its way…
Chattanooga businesses aiding small business through Startup week
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- Startup week is using this week to focus on small businesses and entrepreneurs in Chattanooga. "I think Co-lab especially has done a great job really reigniting Chattanooga through this. I mean it’s been incredible 40-50 people I haven’t…
TVFCU grant giving away for small businesses
Five small businesses made their pitch to receive grants during Startup Week.
Tennessee Redistricting meeting
For the first time in Hamilton County history, the state redistricting legislation is open to the public.
Potential of mixing and matching COVID-19 vaccines
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF) - "There was not any vote taken about mixing and matching," said N.C. State/public health scientist Dr. Julie Swann. The official guidance is to get the…
Chattanooga Firefighter for a day shows what firefighters do to save lives
16 people including City officials got first hand experience at battle challenges firefighters often face. These included putting out fire, searching a smoke filled building looking for people needing to be saved.
Caucus of Black Elected Officials
Some local leaders are starting a caucus of black elected officials. They held a town hall meeting Thursday night to talk about their plans.
Protecting money for upcoming holiday travel
According to the booking app Hopper, if you’re planning on traveling this Thanksgiving, book before Halloween, or expect to pay 40% more for flights.
Chattanooga City Council denies short term vacation rental permits on Jefferson
Chattanooga city council members are keeping more Airbnb's from coming to the area for the time being. This, after some residents spoke out against the vacation rentals.
Plastic Surgeon helping children with facial deformities returns to Chattanooga
A plastic surgeon globally recognized for helping children who were born with severe facial deformities has returned to Chattanooga.
Chattanooga creator of Songlorius success leads to Shark Tank
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- Ellen was a Starbucks barista and Omayya was a railroad employee. Both were part-time musicians. "We deliver personalized studio-quality songs so it sounds like…