RINGGOLD, GA (WDEF) – Good kindergarten teachers have a gift for making learning fun and exciting. Carolyn Parker is a pro at instilling a healthy love of reading in her Graysville Elementary school students. All that earned her this week’s Golden Apple Award. Kerri Sholl is the Principal at Graysville Elementary. She explains, “Ms. Parker is a phenomenal teacher. She…
Captain George Turley / Chattanooga Fire Department CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Chattanooga Firefighters are honoring a longtime captain who passed away over the weekend. Captain George Turley served 31 years as a Chattanooga Firefighter, rising through the ranks. He was doing on Saturday what he did every workday, working out inside of Fire Station 16. This is when CFD says he…
Police said a “combination of factors” appear to have led a 15-year-old student to carry out a school shooting at a private Christian school in Madison, Wisconsin, but declined to share more information. The shooting at Abundant Life Christian School left three dead, including the perpetrator, who police have identified as student Natalie Rupnow. Rupnow, who also went by Samantha, appears to have…
CHATTANOOGA,TENN. (WDEF)- Christmas can be considered as the season of giving, but to some experts it can also be the season of stealing. Scam experts are urging folks to be on alert for porch pirates this holiday season. “We are seeing so many people that are willing, especially during the holidays, to go on someone’s property, mailing to their front…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – After 2 years of Chat G-P-T, many industries, including the legal industry, are continuing to take full advantage of AI services. In an increasingly digital world, legal professionals are turning to AI-powered tools like ChatGPT to save time, improve accuracy, and make legal resources more accessible. Everlaw AI assists lawyers and clients alike by analyzing large…
UPDATE (12/18/2024): The suspect connected to the Green Road homicide has been arrested. Dejuan Rowland Chattanooga Police (CPD) located Dejuan Rowland in the 6900 block of Delbert Lane, December 17, 2024. He was arrested for his outstanding warrants for First Degree Murder. CPD’s homicide investigation revealed that Rowland was at the residence when the incident occurred. Inside the residence was…
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) — NOVONIX announced a manufacturing expansion in Hamilton County yesterday. After a breakthrough at the Chattanooga facility last year that led to a first-of its-kind furnace technology that helps produce synthetic graphite, NOVONIX wants to expand its Chattanooga operations. According to Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce, this project represented an approximate $1 billion investment along with…
Today on Mom to Mom, we are creating fun, holiday themed drinks! Around the holidays, and when it gets cold outside, my kids just love a good cup of hot chocolate! Or, if you have some picky eaters, they might just want some chocolate milk. Today I’ve got two ways to make both of these drinks fun and festive! We’ll…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Councilwoman Carol Berz passed away last Wednesday at the age of 63 according to the city due to natural causes. She had served on the city council for District 6 for the past 15 years. She had announced she was running for re-election this March. However, with her passing, her seat is now vacant. According to Chattanooga…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The city of Chattanooga has reached a milestone in its quest to become a National Park City. The city collaborated with creative firm Little Things Lab to create the “Journeybook” which is a portfolio making the city’s case for the designation. The Journeybook showcases the history, attractions, and goals that the city aspires to achieve if it…
Tennessee Aquarium’s Alison Pryor joins News 12’s Amelia Greer to preview the “Animal Crossing: New Horizons” tour that is splashing into the Tennessee Aquarium. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – There’s no need to hop onto Dodo Airlines when the next Animal Crossing: New Horizons National Aquarium tour stop is at the Tennessee Aquarium. Starting on December 21 through February 28, visitors…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The CCS girls basketball team rallied to beat Notre Dame 59-50 on Monday evening. After trailing by double digits at halftime, the Chargers tied the game going to the fourth quarter and pulled away for the nine point victory. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
(press release) — Chattanooga Football Club today announced that it will host MLS side Atlanta United for the third time in club history. The game is scheduled for Saturday, January 25 with a 3:00 p.m. EST kickoff at Finley Stadium in Chattanooga. Only 117 miles separate the two clubs with history between the two stretching back to February 11, 2017…
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) – When you were in high school, did you ever wonder what life was like on another campus? Students from Howard and McCallie are coming together to learn from each other. The results are an eye-opening example of what’s right with our schools. Dr. Charles Mitchell is the Assistant Principal at The Howard School. He explains, ”…
CALHOUN, GA (WDEF) – A major milestone in higher education was achieved today as three regional institutions came together to expand opportunities for students. Dalton State College, Georgia Highlands College, and Georgia Northwestern Technical College have officially signed an articulation agreement that paves the way for smoother transitions between their programs. An articulation agreement is an agreement to transfer credits…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Exciting update for all you animal lovers out there. The Chattanooga Zoo has some new residents—and they’re already stealing hearts. The zoo has welcomed not one, but four new fennec foxes to its family. Known for their distinctive, oversized ears and adorable demeanor, these desert dwellers are already becoming a big hit with visitors. The four…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Financial experts found Chattanooga to be the lowest cost of living for household bills. “Our average rents and mortgage rates here in the Tennessee Valley are probably 20% lower than the national average, which is helpful. In addition, thanks to TVA and our proximity to TVA, our electric bill here is about 25% lower than the national…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Fallen debris from the I-24 bridge above Dodds Avenue has caused emergency lane closures. CDOT reported that East 24th Street will have multiple lane closures while the bridge undergoes Emergency Road Closures for Bridge above Dodds Avenue / CDOT inspection and repair. Chattanooga Police are assisting with two-way traffic. There is potential of a full closure…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) has released more information about the serious crash on Highway 153 Friday. CPD stated that the crash was fatal. CPD’s preliminary investigation reveals the crash occurred at the 280 block of Highway 153 at 6:23 a.m. A Kenworth AA, being driven by a 49-year-old man, had entered Highway 153 South Bound…
BRAINERD, Tenn. (WDEF) — Officers with the Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) responded to shots fired outside of Brainerd High School over the weekend. At 6:15 p.m. December 14, 2024, CPD officers were working at a basketball game being held at Brainerd High School when one officer heard shots being fired outside. CPD stated the officers searched the area for…
CHICAGO (CBS) — Two people were killed and a suspect was found dead in a shooting at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin, on Monday morning. Just before 11 a.m. Madison police responded to a shooting at the private school located at 4901 East Buckeye Road. There was a large police presence at the school with multiple emergency vehicles in the parking…
DADE COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) — The Dade County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) have arrested a wanted subject on drug charges. When returning from a separate drug bust on December 13, 2024, DCSO decided to check a residence on Highway 299 for a wanted subject who has been evading law enforcement. Upon arrival, deputies saw the suspects vehicle, and requested assistance from…
LUPTON CITY, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Chattanooga Fire Department (CFD) is releasing new details about the tragic loss they shared over the weekend. Captain George Turley of Engine 16 Blue Shift passed away Saturday, December 14, 2024, due to a medical emergency. Captain George Turley / Chattanooga Fire Department According to CFD, Turley was doing his daily workout in the…
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF) — Three are dead and an arrest has been made after a fatal crash in the Bachman Tunnel Saturday morning. The East Ridge Police Department (ERPD) responded to reports of a serious single car crash inside Bachman Tunnel. When officers arrived on scene, they discovered three people who were deceased. They were identified as the following:…