Ivan Johnson Homers Twice in Lookouts 12-3 Win Over Rocket City

(milb/chattanooga.com)The Chattanooga Lookouts offense exploded four 12 runs in the team’s victory over the Trash Pandas. In the win, Ivan Johnson went 3-for-4 with two homers, and starting pitcher Rhett Lowder earned his first Double-A victory. Lowder struggled early, allowing a leadoff single and a two-run home run Gustavo Campero. After the homer, the right-hander settled down and threw four…

Mocs Welcome Size and ‘Twin Towers’ For Summer Workouts

Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Summer workouts are underway for the Mocs basketball team. With nine new players on the roster, the extra practice time is a bonus, as Chattanooga looks to improve on last year’s 21-12 record. For Mocs coach Dan Earl…summer workouts must include a little summer fun. Said Earl:”We’re going bowling tonight. Play Top Golf one day. Going out for team…

Former Police Chief Celeste Murphy indicted, facing criminal charges

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Recently resigned Chattanooga Chief of Police Celeste Murphy faces criminal charges following a TBI investigation. The investigation revealed Murphy had lied on several government documents. She turned herself in Thursday morning and was booked into the Hamilton County Jail. Murphy was released on a $19,000 bond. Her court date is scheduled for July 18. Former police…

Bear spotted near Roan School in Dalton

DALTON, Ga. (WDEF) — The Dalton Police Department reported a black bear has been sighted between Roan School and the Mack Gaston Community Center. The police department asks the public to avoid contact with the bear and to stay indoors, if possible. Dalton’s Public Safety is monitoring the animal. Bear spotted in Dalton on Thursday. Dalton Police Dept. Police said…

Covenant Keypers to hold first men and women’s seminar

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — A men and women’s ministry is preparing for a special seminar near the end of July. Covenant Keypers is a Biblical marriage ministry in the Chattanooga area. They have been serving the region for nearly 20 years. Executive director, Rosalyn Hickman shared that this will be their first co-ed seminar. Youth 10 years and older are…

Lookouts Fall 6-2 to Rocket City

(milb.com/chattanooga) The Chattanooga Lookouts could not overcome an early four-run deficit in their 6-2 loss. Rocket City Trash Pandas starter Jack Kochanowicz threw a complete game and only allowed one earned run on five hits. Trailing by four runs the Lookouts ended the shutout and cut the deficit to three on an Ivan Johnson grounder. In the seventh inning, Thomas…

Professional life coach hosts ‘Burpees and Beer Benefit’

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Professional life coach and former personal trainer, Kelly Summersett has created a unique fitness opportunity in Sequatchie County. She’s partnered with a local favorite, Sequatchie Valley Brewing, for a one-of-a-kind event. ‘Burpees and Beer’ hopes to give people a full-body exercise and a crafted brew to enjoy after. All proceeds from the benefit will go towards…

Hamilton County test scores show mixed results

HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) – End of the year test results have been revealed for Hamilton County Schools. Data received from the state of Tennessee by Hamilton County Schools show mixed results across grade levels and subject areas. One area of focus has been third and fourth grade reading test scores. Some of the data presented by Hamilton County Schools…

Tuition hikes approved for University of Tennessee campuses

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) – Tuition will be on the rise at University of Tennessee campuses statewide. At the flagship UT-Knoxville campus, fees will be heading up 2.4%. Meanwhile in our area at the UT-Chattanooga campus, tuition will be increasing by 3%. This was approved Tuesday by the UT Board of Trustees, who say the increasing need to compete for students…

Mom to Mom – Pool Noodle Firecracker

Today on Mom to Mom, we are making a pool noodle firecracker! This 4th of July, if you are having a kid’s party, a pool party, or just cooking or grilling outside, we’ve got the perfect pool noodle firecracker that makes a great decoration for the tables, and it’s very inexpensive! You can get all your supplies at Dollar Tree…

Seniors Got Talent auditions held until June 28

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — A unique event is celebrating five years in Chattanooga and proving that age is just a number. The 5th Annual Seniors Got Talent showcase will be held at the end of July at the Silverdale Creekside Theatre. In this event, adults 60 years and up can audition for the chance to win an $1,000 prize and…

What’s Right With Our Schools: Catoosa Career Academy Graduation

CATOOSA COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) – Graduation days are always a time for celebration. Catoosa Career Academy recently graduated its first class. Many of them are ready to contribute to the workforce. That’s a timely example of what’s right with our schools. Denia Reese is on the board of Directors for the College and Career Academy. She explains, “We’re extremely excited…

Tennessee all star girls soccer top Georgia

CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- It didn’t take long for Tennessee girls to take the lead against Georgia in the All states Challege in soccer. Liz Lannon opened her scoring account less than five minutes into the game. Then it took just a few more minutes for Lannon to get her second as Tennessee tops Georgia 4-2. Categories: Sports – Local Sports…

Chattanooga FC fall at home 2-1 to Carolina Core

CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (CFC)- Chattanooga FC faced off against rivals Carolina Core FC after an undefeated away stint for their first home game since June 1, and were edged 2-1 in front of nearly 4,000 supporters at Finley Stadium. The Core started quickly, with their early pressing successful against Chattanooga. Facundo Canete received the ball inside the box and turned to…

Chattanooga Red Wolves Try to Set World Record For Most People Howling Like a Wolf

Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The Chattanooga Red wolves are looking to break a wild, wolf, world record Saturday night at CHI Memorial Stadium. News 12s Brian Armstrong explains ‘howl’ you can actually be apart of it. The Chattanooga Red Wolves want to defend the den with the help of the fans. Said head coach Scott Mackenzie:”The way the stadium is built. Fans are…

Outdoor safety tips for sustained summer heat

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Summer is here, and the temperature is rising quickly in Hamilton County. Hamilton County EMS is urging the community to practice heat safety this summer. “The temperatures have soared. Suddenly staying high, a sustainable high for the next couple of weeks looks like,” said Mike Garren, PIO and recruiter for Hamilton County EMS. News 12 Chief…

What Happens When Tech Breaks?

Local Expert stops by to share when to fix tech and when to replace.

Everyone has tech that we use in our day to day lives.  We have phones, computers, tablets, smart watches and some of us still play video games. What happens when tech breaks?  Most retailers would have you believe it’s simply time to replace it, but our friends at Chatt Fix had a different take on what happens when something breaks….