Planet Fitness regional manager, Chad Ortego, joins News 12’s Amelia Greer for a “Wicked” morning workout. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Planet Fitness is helping everyone feel their “wicked” best with a workout that will make you feel like “Defying Gravity.” Chad Ortego, the Planet Fitness regional manager, came to the News 12 studio to show off some Wicked themed workouts…
Cleveland, TN-(WDEF-TV) The Lee University basketball teams swept a doubleheader on Monday night at Walker Arena. The Lady Flames defeated Bryan College 70-37. The Lee men then took care of business against Lane College 94-55. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Basketball, Lee University, Sports
Cleveland, TN-(WDEF-TV) Cleveland high school senior Lauren Hurst is one of the top female athletes in the state of Tennessee. On Monday, she announced she’s staying in the Volunteer State to play college basketball. During a signing ceremony at Cleveland, Hurst did the shirt reveal…showing that she is headed to the University of Tennessee. Her brother Grant is already on…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – With inflation on the rise, we have all seen food costs go up, which is why Bayer’s Crop Science is now warning communities that the targeting of crop protection tools could lead to much higher food costs than we’re already experiencing. A new study shows that if tools such as pesticides or herbicides were to become…
SODDY DAISY, TN (WDEF) – Headstones are supposed to serve as lasting reminders of those who came before us, but the elements and vandals can make them hard to read. Students at Sequoyah have come up with a solution. It’s a long-lasting example of what’s right with our schools. David Massengale is a senior at Sequoyah Vocational High School. …
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Newly launched real estate development Mapleleaf Realco announced a new investment deal for Chattanooga’s Southside that’s starting to get underway. With Chattanooga continuing to grow in population at an expected 2.2% in the next 5 years and almost 5% in 10 years, places of residency and retail spaces are growing right along with the population growth. The…
(gomocs.com) — The 19th-ranked Chattanooga Mocs football team struggled from start to finish and endured a tough 36-13 loss to Samford during Southern Conference action inside Finley Stadium on Saturday afternoon. After the home finale defeat, Chattanooga drops to 6-5 overall with one game remaining while finishing SoCon play 5-3. Samford improved to 4-6 overall this season and enhanced its…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – History is coming alive during a week-long, once in a lifetime opportunity at the Walker Farm Pioneer Days Festival. Over 3000 individuals are expected to come together at Audubon Acres to fully immerse in the ways of life dating all the way back to the 1800s. Participants were able to experience sights, sounds, and smells of…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Director of the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, David Rausch, made claims about the presence of a Venezuelan gang across all metropolitan areas in Tennessee. This he said, included Chattanooga. TBI director David Rausch says that the Tren de Aragua gang is active across the state. This gang originated in a Venezuelan prison and has since caught…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF)- A hearing has been held Monday on a proposed water rate increase by the Tennessee-American Water Company. The hearing was held in Nashville by the Tennessee Public Utility Commission. While the company says rates on average would only rise by four percent, Chattanooga Mayor Tim Kelly accused them of raising city resident’s rates by 25 percent at…
MARION COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) — A man out of Marion County has been arrested and charged for sexual exploitation of a minor. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation’s (TBI) Internet Crimes Against Children’s unit along with the Marion County Sheriff’s Office and other organizations assisted with this case. The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) received a tip about…
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) — After the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation’s (TBI) spoke about the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua activity, local law enforcement are reacting to his statements. Hamilton County’s Sheriff, Austin Garrett, released a statement, saying: “Many of you have expressed concerns about recent information from the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) regarding Venezuelan ganga activity in…
Spirit Airlines said Monday that it’s filed for bankruptcy protection and will attempt to reboot as it struggles to recover from the pandemic-caused swoon in travel and failed attempts to sell itself to other carriers. Spirit, the biggest U.S. budget airline, has lost more than $2.5 billion since the start of 2020 and faces looming debt payments totaling more than $1…
DUNLAP, Tenn. (WDEF) — A Dunlap man has been arrested and charged with sexual exploitation of a minor. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation’s (TBI) Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) and the Sequatchie County Sheriff’s Department arrested Michael Houston Williford. According to the TBI, ICAC agents received a tip via the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) in July…
UPDATE (11/20/2024): The last remaining suspect in the Chickamauga Halloween murder has turned himself. According to the Walker County Sheriff’s Office, Brayden Whatley surrendered to authorities at the Walker County Jail early Wednesday morning. He is being charged with Murder, Aggravated Assault, and Armed Robbery. Whatley and three other suspects were wanted in connection to the murder of Dakota Bottomlee…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – While the holiday season is beginning to kick into gear, people everywhere are trying to get their shopping done early. Chattanoogans had the opportunity to beat the Black Friday rush by attending the 3rd annual Christmas Village Holiday Market. The market was held inside the Camp Jordan Arena this past weekend with over 140 vendors to shop…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – UTC hosted its final Star Party of the year at the Clarence T. Jones Observatory this evening. All were invited for a night in space. The evening was full of exciting events including an astronomy lecture on Space Volcanoes and amazing planetarium shows. Because the night was clear enough, a unique opportunity to view space through the…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Head out and begin your holiday season by visiting the NorthShore Merry Market for shopping and community spirit. The market in Northshore Chattanooga features a variety of local shops and restaurants offering one of a kind holiday gift as well as vendors selling unique gifts, local makers, and some locally made seasonal treats. The event highlights include…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Last November of 2023, 41-year-old Ana Posso Rodriguez, her husband, 40-year-old Octavio Devia, and her 22-month-old son Jonathan were walking on the sidewalk as a car driven by a Florida resident Randy Vega spun out of control and struck the family on Frazier Avenue. Ana and her son were tragically killed following the event while her husband,…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Come warm your hearts and journey down the all-new Christmas tree walk through Rock City starting today, November 15th, through January 4th. Rock City is continuing its Enchanted Garden of lights with a variety of fun activities for all ages to enjoy including cookie decorating and experiencing thousands of lights after dark. While making your way through…
Ringgold, GA-(WDEF-TV) Heritage could not find their offensive groove in the second half on Friday, as they lost to SE Bulloch 35-9 in their playoff opener. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: heritage, High School Football, SE Bulloch
Ringgold, GA-(WDEF-TV) Ringgold opened the GHSA state playoffs on Friday evening with a 19-0 win over Hart Co. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Boyd Buchanan raced out to a 35-0 halftime lead on their way to a 42-13 playoff win over Lausanne. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
South Pittsburg, TN-(WDEF-TV) South Pittsburg defeated Chatt Prep during their region showdown in the regular season. Pirates won the rematch as well in the second round of the state playoffs. South Pitt defeated the Sentinels 35-21. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News