CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Tennessee’s economy is expected to continue growing into 2026, though at a slower pace than in recent years, according to a new report from the Boyd Center for Business and Economic Research at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. The 2026 Economic Report to the Governor projects the state’s inflation-adjusted economy will grow about 2% next year….
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – With airfare and hotel costs on the rise, family vacations are becoming more challenging, especially for military families, but military spouses are finding ways to keep trips affordable. According to the U.S. Travel Association, airfare rose nearly 6 percent in August while hotel rates also increased, putting added pressure on household travel budgets. Military spouses Jen…
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) – It’s the season of giving, and that’s a lesson students at Silverdale Academy learn at a young age. First and third graders recently filled 160 stockings for local seniors with things like lip balm, puzzle books and new socks. That’s a big-hearted example of What’s Right With Schools. “Our senior stockings is a program that we…
RED BANK, Tenn. (WDEF) – The City of Red Bank celebrated the holiday season with its annual Christmas Parade on December 13, 2025. Over 50 floats and local groups, including students from Red Bank Elementary, marched through the streets spreading festive cheer. The Hixson High School band and colorguard added lively music and dazzling performances to the event. Volunteers handed…
General Manager Josh Clinton joins News 12’s Amelia Greer as the old country store decks the halls this season. Cracker Barrel is offering several festive menu items in addition to their classic southern staples. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The old country store and souther staple is making gatherings easier this holiday season! Cracker Barrel has released new menu items like…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Pawpaw’s Homeless Ministry hosted its annual Miracle on 11th Street event, bringing food, fellowship, and holiday cheer to Chattanooga’s unhoused community. The holiday season is a time for giving, and organizers say the ministry’s mission is to ensure no one feels forgotten. The event provides essential items, warm meals, and a sense of community for those experiencing…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – City leaders and community partners gathered over the weekend for the ceremonial groundbreaking of Phase One of the Alton Park Connector, a project aimed at improving access to outdoor spaces and connecting residents to the Chattanooga Riverwalk. The City of Chattanooga partnered with the Trust for Public Land for the event, marking the beginning of construction on…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Chattanooga Red Wolves Foundation hosted its annual Christmas gift program at CHI Memorial Stadium, bringing holiday cheer to children and families from across Hamilton County. The foundation holds the event each year to provide Christmas gifts, essential items, and a memorable holiday experience for students from multiple schools in the district. On Saturday morning, families were…
GoMocs- Despite entering the game with just 10 available student-athletes, the Chattanooga Mocs men’s basketball team went toe-to-toe with No. 21 Auburn during an eventual 92-78 defeat inside State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Ga., as part of the Holiday Hoopsgiving event on Saturday afternoon. Chattanooga (5-6) trailed by just five, 43-38, at halftime to No. 21 Auburn (8-3) and pulled within…
WALKER COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) – While the Chattanooga community gathered at the Chattanooga National Cemetery, a similar mission was taking place just across the state line at the Tennessee Georgia Memorial Park. Two years ago, a local woman named Donata Walker founded Donata’s Wreaths Across Walker County after being inspired by Wreaths Across America and Wreaths Across Chattanooga. She wanted…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – In Chattanooga today, volunteers gathered to honor fallen service members during Wreaths Across Chattanooga. Hundreds of volunteers placed wreaths on veterans’ graves at the Chattanooga National Cemetery, pausing to remember the men and women who gave their lives in service to the nation. Captain Mickey McCamish says the mission behind the event is simple. He explained…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Today, the City of Chattanooga partnered with the Trust for Public Land for a ceremonial groundbreaking marking the start of the Alton Park Connector Phase One. City leaders and officials say the project is designed to expand access for nearby neighborhoods while strengthening the city’s overall infrastructure. The connector is funded through a community investment project…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Chattanooga Police are investigating a fatal hit-and-run involving a man in a motorized wheelchair on Rossville Boulevard. Police say officers responded around 6:30 p.m. on December 13, 2025, to a report of a pedestrian struck near 3710 Rossville Boulevard. The crash resulted in a fatality. According to the Chattanooga Police Department, a 61-year-old man, later identified…
Cleveland, TN-(WDEF-TV) Bradley Central opened with a 17-3 lead over rival Cleveland. But the Blue Raiders kept battling, and they edged their cross-town rival by a final of 49-46. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
Rossville, GA-(WDEF-TV) The Ridgeland girls basketball team won only 5 games last season. Must feel like a distant memory now. On Friday they defeated Heritage 53-43 for their 8th win of the season. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
Cleveland, TN-(WDEF-TV) The Cleveland girls basketball team hung with district giant Bradley Central all night, but the Bearettes still managed another victory in the rivalry by a final of 59-50. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) We’ve got a local high school all star football game Saturday afternoon at Boyd Buchanan. Kickoff is at 2pm. The Chattanooga area all star game gives several area kids one last time to wear that high school uniform. Rhea county assistant Brandon Ashby is one of the head coaches, and he’s digging the talent pool this year. Categories: Sports…
Cleveland, TN-(WDEF-TV) Bradley Central defensive lineman AJ Westfield signed with Tulane on Friday afternoon. Westfield is listed as a three-star recruit. The Green Wave of course made the college football playoffs, and Westfield is glad they’ve settled on their new head coach. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
PIKEVILLE, 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 our community safe. When danger strikes, these men and women are the first to respond. Now, it is our turn…
Video games have changed a lot since we were kids. It used to be you had either a Sega or a Nintendo, you bought a good old fashioned game cartridge and you were good to go. Things are a bit more complicated these days, so let’s break things down. It’s all here on this week’s TechByte… before the Christmas deadline….
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Chattanooga 2.0 marked ten years of community collaboration with a breakfast Thursday at The Westin Hotel, bringing together local leaders, partners, and supporters to reflect on past achievements and share bold plans for the future. Since its start in 2015, Chattanooga 2.0 has worked to improve outcomes for Hamilton County children from early learning through career…
December 10th was International Human Rights Day. The Unitarian Universalist Church hosted an event organized by Be Magazine and other non-profits to commemorate the occasion. One of the main focuses of the event was the crisis in Palestine. Speakers included Missy Crutchfield, UTC Professor Dr. Fouad Moughrabi, and many others. Missy Crutchfield told us, “So many of the stories today,…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Jingle all the way to help out a great cause by participating in 2025’s Battle of the Bells! Local media stations all come together for a friendly competition to support The Salvation Army’s mission of caring for our community members in need. All media stations are competing to see who can get the most donations. Show…
Red Bank, TN-(WDEF-TV) After trailing by two at halftime, Red Bank rallied to beat district rival East Ridge 58-49. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
