CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The housing crisis has been the topic of much discussion for years as many find it increasingly difficult to obtain. New alarming statistics revealed on Tuesday drive home the totality of the issue shared by attorneys with Legal Aid of East Tennessee. Their agency, which has received ARPA funds from the city of Chattanooga, has worked with nearly…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Holiday Cheer is in the air as the MAINx24 festival returns back the scenic city this weekend. “We are looking forward to this day all year long. MAINx24 is all about celebrating the fantastic businesses and restaurants and really just everything that happens on the south side,” said Kelly Allen, volunteer with the MAINx24 committee The 24-hour…
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)- As cold temperatures drop. Heating and air experts are making sure folks are aware of how to heat your home safely. “If you are not taking care of the maintenance on these. It is very critical that these stay clean, and if they are clogged up or dirty, it can definitely reduce the efficiency of the…
Today on Mom to Mom, we are making snowman pumpkins! If you still have some pumpkins left over from Halloween or Thanksgiving that have not been carved, believe it or not, pumpkins do last for up to three months! So what we’re going to do are create snowmen out of these pumpkins, so we don’t have to waste them! First,…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — A new site has been proposed for the new Chattanooga federal courthouse. The new site is located on Vine Street. Originally, there were two proposed sites for this new courthouse, Hawk Hill Stadium Site, and the TVA Office Complex. This new site is a one-block area, containing 4.12 acres. The new federal courthouse plans include 190,701…
RED BANK, Tenn. (WDEF) – Red Bank firefighters contained a garage fire Monday evening at 3390 Easton Avenue. Firefighters responded to a call reporting a fire in a 2-car garage and upstairs bedroom. According to Chief Brent Sylar, the Red Bank Fire Department reported, “fire crews conducted a primary and secondary search and found no one in the home.” The…
CLEVELAND, TN (WDEF) – Great things are going on at Cleveland City Schools, and the state is taking notice. Cleveland High is celebrating a three peat as a level 5 school. It’s a testament to continuing improvements across the board. That’s a rock-solid example of what’s right with our schools. Bob Pritchard is the Principal at Cleveland High. He explains,…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – One local program is redefining ways to show older adults that they are never too old to learn a new hobby. Ageless Inspirations, known for promoting wellness and creativity for all ages, is continuing to host free monthly classes on varying hobbies at the Northgate library. Individuals 55 and up are encouraged to get out and…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The U.S. Supreme Court will be hearing a case this week that will determine the future of health care for transgender youth in Tennessee. In 2023, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee signed into law Senate Bill 1. This law prohibits medical providers from giving minors under the age of 18 gender affirming care such as puberty blockers or…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Over the weekend, officers with the Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) responded to a shooting on Glass Street. At 1:02 a.m., December 1, 2024, officers responded to a person shot call in the 2300 block of Glass Street. Upon arrival, officers discovered a 22-year-old male with non-life-threatening injuries. CPD said Hamilton County EMS responded to the…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — A Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) partnership is awarding over a million dollars to a number of schools in the Tennessee Valley. These STEM grants will impact more than 130,000 students. If you’re wondering what this benefits, think dual enrollment-focused programs and new tech like 3D printing. Students can now gain hands-on technical experience. Any school that…
Rock City’s Kim Jackson joins News 12’s Amelia Greer to highlight new and returning sights to Rock City’s Enchanted Garden of Light. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Even after 30 years, Rock City’s Enchanted Garden of Light continues to shine brightly and spread holiday cheer from the Lookout Mountain overlook. Rock City truly brings the magic of the holidays together with…
BIRCHWOOD, Tenn. (WDEF) – As the Christmas season quickly approaches, local business owner Alex Frick tells us all about her ice cream sandwiches that make perfect, edible gifts for your loved ones. If you’re looking for a magical treat to sprinkle into the holiday season, The Milky Cow’s delicious ice cream sandwiches may be just what you’re looking for. Some…
SODDY DAISY, Tenn. (WDEF) – With December now upon us, cities around the county are beginning their holiday celebrations. Hundreds gathered together Sunday afternoon to experience one of Soddy Daisy’s most beloved holiday season’s favorite traditions. The city’s annual Christmas Parade took place through the streets of the city starting at Harrison Lane to Sequoyah Road and featured marching…
FORT OGLETHORPE, Ga. (WDEF) – Tonight, Fort Oglethorpe is sprinkling holiday magic in the area by hosting its annual Christmas parade. Community members from around Walker and Catoosa County came together to enjoy magnificent works of art rolling down the street. There were beautiful, various floats to be seen, individuals dressed as beloved characters from well-known Christmas movies, and Mr….
South Pittsburg, TN-(WDEF-TV) South Pittsburg is headed back to the Class A state title game to defend their state title. The Pirates punched their ticket to Finley Stadium by beating Coalfield 31-6. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
Jasper, TN-(WDEF-TV) Marion County rolled past York Institute 42-0 on Friday night to advance to the Class 2A state title game. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
Dunlap, TN-(WDEF-TV) Sequatchie Co could not slow down the football monster that is Alcoa. The Tornados beat the Indians 38-3 to advance to the Class 3A state title game. Alcoa is seeking their 23rd overall state championship. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Christmas Shopping is Finally here. Folks made their way to Hamilton Place Mall to find the best deals on Black Friday “We got families, friends, and everyone is coming out. Honestly, we re thrilled with our turnout so far, the energy has been really fun, and I have just had so much fun thanking customers for shopping…
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF)- Black Friday started earlier than Midnight Friday for several folks. Candice Jackson was the first of hundreds of shoppers who waited throughout the night to get first dibs on the numerous deals offered by Bass Pro Shops on Black Friday. “It’s actually the first time I’m first in line for anything like this,” she said. A…
CHATTANOOGA, TN – The Vascular Institute of Chattanooga invited us into the outpatient room for a look at some tech that’s changing lives here in the Tennessee Valley. Dr. Chris LeSar is one of the top vascular surgeons in the world and his friends at Asahi Inntech took us behind the curtain to showcase some of their new technology that…
We all know about Black Friday and Cyber Monday and we manage to mark those on our calendars every year, but Small Business Saturday falls right in between them.
At the Maclellan Shelter for Families, the journey to hope and healing begins every day. Located in the heart of our city, this emergency shelter provides a safe haven for families facing the unimaginable. Meet the Pope family, who found themselves at a crossroads when they lost their home. With nowhere else to turn, they arrived at the Maclellan Shelter,…
Jasper, TN-(WDEF-TV) Marion County hosts a state semifinal game Friday night against York Institute. The Warriors are looking to advance to their first state championship game since 2016. Marion County is not taking anything for granted. Last year they were unbeaten and ranked number one before losing in the second round. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News