CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- We are hearing reaction to the passage of the Tennessee Education Freedom Act. The bill, which passed both chambers of the General Assembly yesterday, will allow for students to choose to attend a private school with public dollars. It calls for 20,000 students to get scholarships a year to private schools, with priority for students who are…
CHATTANOOGA, TN – You may have seen the videos on TikTok or Instagram, but there is a new scam that you might not even see coming. Have you ever paid to park then got a call from your bank stating that someone was playing online video games with your account and it was in the Netherlands? I got that call…
MORE: About ten percent of Hamilton County residents in unincorporated areas still don’t have access to broadband internet. However, for 300 residents in the Birchwood area, this will soon change, and it could lead to more than just faster internet. Retha Womack and Linda Wright are lifelong residents of Birchwood, and currently volunteer at the town’s community center. “We’re so…
BRADLEY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) — A single-vehicle crash in Bradley County yesterday resulted in one fatality and one injury. According to a preliminary report from the Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP), a 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee was traveling north on I-75 near mile marker 33, when it veered off the right side of the road and collided with a guardrail. The…
Sharika and Quintell Wilson joined News 12’s Amelia Greer to talk about their ice cream business, Scoop Around Ice Cream Bar, which has a fun event on National Ice Cream for Breakfast Day! CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Families can roll out of bed and not have to worry about breakfast on Saturday, as Scoop Around Ice Cream Bar is opening…
Max Poppel and Tim Shields collaborate to introduce a new line of non-alcoholic drinks on the Ernest Chinese menu. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Love is in the air and so is the scent of dumplings at Ernest Chinese. After being open for a successful year, Ernest Chinese has finally expanded their lunch and dinner menu to be offered every day,…
(gomocs.com) The Chattanooga Mocs softball team is picked to defend its 2024 regular season title in the 2025 Southern Conference Preseason Poll, the league office announced today. Junior pitcher Peja Goold is the SoCon coaches’ pick for Preseason Pitcher of the Year and is joined by four on the preseason teams. Chattanooga claimed its 15th regular season title in 2024. The…
Cleveland, TN-(WDEF-TV) The Cleveland wrestling team is like the Alcoa football team. It seems like they win the state title every year. This weekend, the Blue Raiders will try to win the state duals championship for the 8th year in-a-row. Brian Armstrong picks up the story. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – After three long days of testimony, shocking revelations, and emotional courtroom moments, the fate of D’ante Jones is finally decided. In court, prosecutors called the shooting a premeditated act of revenge. As shift change was occurring the night of the crime, the courtroom learned that Jones swiftly took a Lyft to retrieve his weapon of choice. …
Former Chattanooga Police Chief Celeste Murphy surrounded by supporters following a hearing on Thursday. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Former Chattanooga Police Chief Celeste Murphy made her first public appearance in court this morning in months. This after an investigation was launched into her residency. Celeste Murphy was Chattanooga’s Police Chief for over two years until her residency scandal. She is facing…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Hamilton County audit report triggered by a reported increase in the price of the Gateway School has been released. Back in October, the Chattanooga Times Free Press had reported the project had doubled in cost to $80 million dollars after being presented as a $40 million dollar project. Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp said this number…
Before Jeff Foxworthy, Leanne Morgan or Larry the Cable guy, there was Jerry Clower. He was a country comedian from Mississippi. Clower was huge in the 1970s through the nineties. But in 1980, he told us that one of his biggest fans was from right here at News 12 in Chattanooga. We’ve got that story in our Thursday Throwback. Categories:…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The company held grand opening events for not just one, but two new branches in the heart of the Scenic City. The celebrations began with a ribbon-cutting at Chase’s Gunbarrel Road branch at 9 a.m. This was followed by another at the Northshore branch at 11 a.m. “This is really an exciting event. I’ve had the…
SODDY DAISY, Tenn. (WDEF) — A Soddy Daisy man has been indicted on a range of sexual abuse charges involving a minor. James Melvin Grant James Melvin Grant is facing multiple charges of rape of a child, incest, and aggravated sexual battery. According to an affidavit from Hamilton County courts, Grant is accused of multiple interactions with his victims. Authorities…
Donna and John Warner bring furry friends for the Ocoee Riverside Farm to invite audiences to visit the farm and experience uniquely rare animal encounters. BENTON, Tenn. (WDEF) – Right on the Ocoee River, an 30 acre family owned farm filled with over 125 unique animals invites guests to their farm to experience interactive and rare animal encounters. Throughout the…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) It seems Zane Restelli has been a staple for the Baylor basketball team for quite awhile. Maybe that’s because he has been playing for the Red Raiders since he was in the 8th grade. Brian Armstrong has more on Baylor’s talented senior guard. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – With the demand for dairy-free alternatives on the rise, consumers are increasingly seeking options that cater to lactose intolerance, vegan lifestyles, or simply a desire for healthier choices. This shift is evident across various food categories, from plant-based milks to non-dairy cheeses and desserts. In the past year, one in three households purchased lactose-free dairy…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – In a significant update today, the trial of D’ante Jones, accused in the fatal shooting outside Chattanooga’s Amazon Fulfillment Center, presented critical evidence and statements to the jury. After a day of hearing from the prosecution, the defendants were given the opportunity to present any new information to the jury. The jury was able to…
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF)- It’s a unique event highlighting high school student’s skills in welding. We are learning more about this hands-on competition, featuring partnerships with local businesses at Cleveland High School. The collaboration is just another example of how the community continues to Drive Our Economy Forward. Michael Ritchie, Welding Instructor, Cleveland High School says, “So this is our first…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Will term limits be placed on the position of Hamilton County mayor? That is what Mayor Weston Wamp proposed Wednesday to the Hamilton County Commission. Hamilton County is the only major county in Tennessee to not have term limits for its primary executive. The proposal by Mayor Wamp would align the county with the Chattanooga mayoral office,…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- There was an update provided on the future of a new Hixson elementary school. The proposed North River Elementary School would replace DuPont, Rivermont, and Alpine Crest Elementary Schools on the DuPont site. Wednesday, the Commission learned the architecture firm Franklin Associates has been selected to design the new school. Hamilton County Mayor Wamp says that the…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Some Hamilton County commissioners raised the idea Wednesday of whether or not the county should stay in the Regional Planning Agency. This comes in the wake of recent deferrals of Plan Hamilton, an effort led by the RPA to develop a blueprint to future growth in unincorporated areas of Hamilton County. This has come under much scrutiny…
In today’s competitive job market, finding the right opportunity can be overwhelming. The Urban League and Unum teamed up again today for a job fair. Event organizers say the event gave attendees the chance to connect directly with Unum, exploring exciting career opportunities in a range of fields. “This is truly an event where you can come as you are….
In Tennessee, keeping communities safe is more important than ever. The group Voices for a Safer Tennessee is leading the charge to ensure responsible gun ownership and reduce violence across the state. In 20-24, the group played a key role in helping pass some of Tennessee’s first firearm safety policies in nearly a decade. “Safer TN does not want to…