CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – As winter weather moves in, officials are urging residents to take precautions to stay safe. From protecting your home to dressing for the frigid air, preparation is key. Temperatures are set to drop well below freezing across East Tennessee, and that means it’s time to prepare for the cold. The National Weather Service warns that wind…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- How much will Hamilton County be affected if the federal Department of Education (DOE) is eliminated? That’s a question some commissioners asked during Wednesday’s meeting. Concerns were specifically over how potential cuts could affect schools with higher rates of students in poverty. Currently, 40 public schools in Hamilton County are listed as Title I Schools. That means…
Map of the expansion of the Cambridge Square neighborhood. (From: Hamilton County Government) OOLTEWAH, Tenn. (WDEF)- A new Ooltewah development faced some pushback Wednesday at Hamilton County Commission. A new neighborhood is being built adjacent to Cambridge Square. Wednesday’s resolution was to approve 26 new townhome units to the already over 300 homes already built or under construction. Concerns were…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has solicited their final contract for bids, aiming to complete a new, fully operational lock by 2028. “They’re reaching some major milestones on this project. We’re excited to bring this project to full operation, and part of that process involves soliciting our next contract. We’re thrilled to have contractors come…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — A family has been displaced after a kitchen fire off of Highway 58 late Tuesday night. Crews with the Chattanooga Fire Department (CFD) responded to a residence on Badger Lane at 11:35 p.m. after receiving reports of a grease fire that had gotten out of hand. All occupants were able to exit the residence safely. Upon…
Ringgold, GA-(WDEF-TV) The Heritage girls basketball team opened the state tournament on Tuesday with an impressive 94-27 win over Cedar Grove. It marked the most points the Generals have ever scored in a game in school history. Heritage marches onto the Sweet 16. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
Dalton, GA-(WDEF-TV) Dalton couldn’t find enough offense on Tuesday, as they dropped their opening game in the state tournament. The Catamounts lost by a final score of 39-35 to Cambridge. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
Soddy Daisy, TN-(WDEF-TV) When you go to a Soddy Daisy girls basketball game, you’ll see crutches, knee braces, and face mask protectors. The Trojans have really taken it on the chin when it comes to injuries. While it weighs heavily on the mind of their head coach, the team hasn’t missed a beat, posting over 20 wins. Brian Armstrong has…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – With preventable diseases still posing a threat, health experts are emphasizing the need for widespread immunization. Vaccines have long been one of the most effective tools in preventing infectious diseases, yet vaccination rates in some areas remain below recommended levels. This has led to concerns among health officials about the resurgence of illnesses that were once…
JASPER, TN (WDEF) – Bobby McCulley consistently models professionalism and leadership for his students at Jasper Middle. Combine that with always being supportive and giving gentle advice, and you’ve got a recipe for tonight’s Golden Apple Award. “We are very blessed and thankful to have Mr McCully. He molds young fifth grade minds every day. And gives his all…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The cold weather is already here, and the snow is coming soon. Multiple agencies are out preparing for the snow, you should too. Roads are the first concern during a snow storm. Patrick Sheehan is the Director of the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency. He says, “Our friends at the Tennessee Department of Transportation have been out…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Over the next four weeks, McKamey Animal Center (MAC) is on a mission to find loving, forever homes for more than 200 cats and dogs. As puppy season and kitten surges approach, the shelter is working to create space for the influx of incoming animals. From tiny kittens to senior dogs, MAC has pets of all sizes,…
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) — Cleveland Middle School unveiled a new mural Tuesday morning. This mural is in the main hall of the school and will be visible to all students and faculty. The mural highlights the different upbringings we all have, as well as our heritage. Cleveland Middle School principal, Nat Akiona, says this mural shows Cleveland’s diversity. “They have…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Residents in East Chattanooga woke up to an electrical fire inside their home Tuesday morning. Crews with the Chattanooga Fire Department (CFD) responded to the 2000 block of North Chamberlain Avenue at 9:11 a.m. February 18, 2025. Residents of the home stated they woke up, smelled something burned, and discovered their house on fire. Upon arrival,…
East Lake Academy, district boys’ basketball champions, join News 12’s Amelia Greer to talk about their latest accomplishment for their school. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The East Lake Academy Boys’ Basketball Team became district champions this year and made their way to the regional semi-finals in Knoxville, a major accomplishment for them and their school. Winning the championship was a…
Jay Heavilon joins News 12’s Amelia Greer to talk about the dazzling, bright lantern displays coming to Sculpture Fields in Montague Park. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – For the first time in Chattanooga, The SeaLight Festival is filling Montague Park full of colorful, handmade silk Chinese lantern displays. After several years of declaring New York home, The SeaLight Festival is now…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The Boyd Buchanan basketball team has not lost a game since the calendar flipped to 2025, and they weren’t about to start on Monday in the region tournament. The Bucs took care of business against The King’s Academy winning 72-39. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The Notre Dame girls basketball team captured their district tournament title over the weekend. Now they’re eyeing two bigger titles in the coming weeks. A region championship, and who knows, maybe a state championship. Said head coach Jason Hill:”So from day one this has been a special group.” But Notre Dame wasn’t healthy day one. Three key players were…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Democracy in Action took center stage in Chattanooga today, as community members gathered at Miller Park to protest various issues and the future of democracy in the United States. With local elections on the horizon, voter participation and civic responsibility were at the heart of tonight’s discussions. At the center of every election is voter participation,…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Chattanooga’s iconic Walnut Street Bridge is set to undergo a major reconstruction, with work officially beginning in just one month. While pre-construction preparations start today, pedestrians will still be able to use the bridge during this phase. The plan to reconstruct the Walnut Street Bridge was first introduced in 2024, and now, in 2025, it is officially…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Today is Presidents’ Day, a federal holiday dedicated to honoring the leaders who have shaped the nation. Originally established to celebrate George Washington’s birthday, the holiday has evolved into a time to recognize all U.S. presidents and their contributions to the country. For many, the long weekend is a chance to travel, spend time outdoors, or simply…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A new low-income apartment complex could soon be built right off of Signal Mountain Boulevard. The proposed complex would provide two hundred new units to seniors over the age of 62, also for older adults with disabilities on a 38 million dollar bond from the city. It would be located at 819 Runyan Drive, which is currently…
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF)- An old shopping center could soon become a hub in East Ridge. Urban Story Ventures, who is behind several other projects in Chattanooga including The Bend on the Westside, is planning to rebuild the former Food City shopping center along Ringgold Road known as the Osborne Shopping Center. It’s nicknamed “The First Shopping Center in Tennessee”….
LAKESITE, TN (WDEF) – Students at Loftis Middle School know that the great outdoors are a great place to learn. They are committed to developing a multi-purpose outdoor learning space. That’s a great example of what’s right with our schools. Neal Hanley is an 8th Grade Teacher at Loftis Middle School He explains, “We’ve had this area, I mean this…