CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Chattanoogans and UTC students gathered around Vine Street to watch a parade dedicated to Olivia Reeves. Reeves won gold in the 2024 Paris Olympics, August 9, 2024 in women’s weightlifting. Many organizations were in attendance for Reeves’s parade, her former schools Saint Jude and Notre Dame, and many organizations she supports. UTC Cheerleaders and the…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) The Union Gospel Mission held a successful Labor Day Barbecue Fundraiser, where they served free barbecue plates to all attendees. The 10th annual barbecue attracted in large crowds, all excited to savor a tasty meal and support a meaningful cause. “We’re here celebrating our 10th year. When we started, there weren’t many people doing anything on Labor…
SCOTT COUNTY, Ia. (WDEF) — Two Chattanooga firemen helped save a life after a truck driver was involved in a fiery on a crash on the interstate. Captain Justin McCommon and Captain Jason Moses were returning from Indianapolis on a business trip when they became stuck in traffic. While in traffic, they heard a loud crash behind them and immediately…
Titans open their season Sunday on the road against Chicago. They hope to spoil the debut of Bears rookie quarterback Caleb Williams. He was the first pick in the NFL draft. Titans coach Brian Callahan says Williams appears as good as advertised, even though he has a small NFL sample size. Said Callahan:”I don’t know if ‘Hard Knocks’ gives you…
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF) – The Chattanooga Charter School of Excellence Elementary has done plenty of growing in the last 13 years. The K-5 Public Charter now has nearly 500 students. That kind of growth year over year is a validating example of what’s right with our schools. Dr. Jennifer Huskins in the Principal. She explains, “We use a very rigorous…
Dalton and NW Whitfield are renewing their rivalry on Friday night for the first time in five years. The Bruins are seeking their first win over the Catamounts since 2004. Said Dalton head coach Kit Carpenter:”With this being Northwest, you certainly have the kids attention. For us to be able to play them. The kids are getting to play their…
Our show is mostly about the newest in devices, gadgets, and tech that make your life better, right? Well, what happens if you get a new piece of technology and you don’t know how to use it? This week’s guest just happens to be an expert in that. She may be known on her birth certificate as Maronica, but on…
Clerance George LAFAYETTE, Georgia (WDEF) – Authorities in northwest Georgia announce they have made an arrest in a 24 year old cold case murder. The suspect is 63 year old Clerance George. He was arrested by U.S. Marshals in the Birmingham area and will be extradited back to Walker County, Georgia. In June of 2000, Julie Ann McDonald was found…
UPDATE: The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) believe the suspect from last night’s high speed chase is believed to be contained inside a residence. HCSO says Randy E. Harris is contained in a residence on Forest Dale Lane off of Eldridge Road. Law enforcement advise people to avoid this area at this time or shelter in place if you’re near…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The Chattanooga Christian girls soccer team was firing on all cylinders Thursday night against Boyd Buchanan. They scored roughly three minutes into the match and never looked back in posting an impressive 8-1 victory. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News, Sports – Soccer Tags: Boyd Buchanan, CCS, Soccer
UTC is launching their new podcast CH-AI Brews is designed to help students and the local community really understand the complexities of AI technology. CH-AI Brews, the student-led series is designed to bridge the gap between complex AI and everyday understanding. Attendees had an opportunity to engage and listen to student perspectives and interviews with industry experts. Together, they explored…
Cleveland, TN-(WDEF-TV) An injury led to an unexpected transfer this week at Bradley Central. Since the Bears lost starting quarterback Tyler Cook to a season ending knee injury in their opener, they welcomed quarterback Cash Bandy from rival Cleveland. Bandy arrived at Bradley Central on Monday, and he’ll play for the Bears Friday against Tyner after being ruled eligible by…
Elvis was a Jaycee. And so was Bill Gates. But in the old days, you wouldn’t find any women in their ranks. The organization was founded to bring together men who would be the leaders of tomorrow. They were all under 40. But in 1984, The Supreme Court changed all that. And one local woman tried to become the first…
UPDATE: The incident that occurred at Chattanooga State this morning has been determined to be a hoax. Payton Potter from Chattanooga State released a statement saying, “Law enforcement determined the threat to be a hoax and declared the campus was safe.” “We want to extend our sincere gratitude to the many agencies and individuals who worked hard to protect…
UPDATE: “At 1:08 pm, Chattanooga State Main Campus has lifted their lockdown. Campus is safe. College classes are closed for the rest of the day.” UPDATE: At a press conference, police say the situation at Chattanooga State is still ongoing. But school officials say they have not heard any shots and no one has been hurt as far as…
News 12 This Morning: Olympic Gold Medalist, Olivia Reeves joins News 12’s Chip Chapman to discuss her successful career in heavy weightlifting and how life has changed for her after gaining national and global attention. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Olympic gold medalist, Olivia Reeves made history on August 9, 2024. She won gold in heavy weightlifting at the Paris Olympics….
News 12 This Morning: Lindsay Bright, Kyla Green, and Tonya Walker join News 12’s Amelia Greer to highlight the list of aesthetic services they offer at their medical spa in Chattanooga. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — A medical spa in Chattanooga is working to bring confidence to men and women across the community. Flawless Aesthetics offers various services ranging from to…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The Chattanooga Mocs return one of the SoCon’s leading passers from last season in Chase Artopoeus. The now 23-year-old quarterback has endured a long college football journey, including a tough, shoulder injury last year. What did the football coach say to the broken vending machine? Give me my quarterback. For the first time since Rusty Wright arrived at UTC…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The future home of the Chattanooga Lookouts is currently being constructed. However, one key piece of the puzzle has been completed with the Community Benefits Agreement. Rich Morzingo, the President of the Chattanooga Lookouts, said, “I think it’s fantastic for our organization, these are things we wanted to be a part of. These are a part of…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Hamilton County has a new General Sessions Judge. Victoria Smith has been selected to this position. A General Sessions judge handles the initial criminal proceedings of a case, She is replacing Judge Alex McVeagh, who recently won the election for the vacant Circuit Court position in Hamilton County. Judge Smith has worked in the Hamilton County Assistant…
Mid South Equipment has been serving customers in the Tennessee Valley for more than 30 years. They sell products like telehandlers, mulchers, masonry equipment, power tools, and compressors. Tonight, we learn how their experience and knowledge continue to help drive our economy forward. “Welcome everybody to Midsouth equipment. Midsouth equipment was founded in 1993 in February, been in business over…
CALEB demonstrating on the front steps of the Hamilton County Courts Building. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Are the constitutional rights of Hamilton County inmates being violated? That is what a coalition of Chattanooga activists are claiming. The Chattanoogans for Love, Equality, and Benevolence, or CALEB for short, say they are concerned for the rights of the incarcerated in Hamilton County. This…
HIXSON, Tenn. (WDEF)- Chester Frost Park celebrated two new features to their park Friday morning. However, those who attended were also celebrating the life of a man who loved his time on the lake. The brand new fishing pier has a special meaning to Patti Wright and many of her friends and family. The pier is named after George Wright,…
News 12 This Morning: Jaclyn Lewis with Ruby Falls joins News 12’s Amelia Greer to preview a limited spooky series headed to the iconic Chattanooga tourist attraction. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Spooky season is just around the corner, and an iconic Chattanooga landmark is celebrating with a special tour. Ruby Falls will be hosting lantern tours with a twist this…
