CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Hamilton County is raising awareness on slowing down fetal and infant mortality in Tennessee. “Just working in the hospital setting and seeing how many infants we are losing, or fetal deaths or stillborns we were having, it made me want to be proactive in trying to figure out ways that we can eliminate these issues, if…
If your bedtime routine with your kids is a nightmare, we’ve got something to help out with that! We’re going to help your kids get back on a bedtime routine with this bedtime calendar. All you’re going to need for this is a poster board; some crayons; some Velcro, which you can get at any craft store; and some glue….
News 12 This Morning: Inza Hagins-Dyer with Love’s Arm Outreach joins News 12’s Amelia Greer to preview a special fundraiser coming to Hixson on Sept. 20. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Love’s Arm Outreach is raising awareness about human trafficking in our community. Their newest fundraising event is hoping to support victims of commercial sex trafficking in Chattanooga. The non-profit organization…
News 12 This Morning: Robert Davis with ‘Shop the Market at’ joins News 12’s Amelia Greer to preview a series of fall festivals headed to the region. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — ‘Shop the Market at’ is getting ready for a season full of unique, themed events this fall. The first market is coming to the Collegedale Commons next Saturday, Sept….
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) East Hamilton defeated Cleveland 2-1 in high school volleyball on Monday night. It marked the Hurricanes second win over the Raiders this season. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Cleveland High School, East Hamilton High School, high school volleyball
Teachers and Staff at Chattanooga Charter School of Excellence go above and beyond in the classroom to help their students be successful. The school has been a premier charter school in Chattanooga since 2011. Tonight, we take a look at the specialized, content-rich curriculum in What’s Right With Our Schools. “Welcome to Chattanooga Charter School of Excellence Middle. We are…
Hanoi, Vietnam— A bridge collapsed and a bus was swept away by flooding Monday as more rain fell after Typhoon Yagi made landfall in Vietnam, causing at least 59 deaths in the Southeast Asian country and disrupting businesses and factories in the export-focused northern industrial hubs, state media reported. Nine people died when the typhoon made landfall Saturday before weakening to…
As a manhunt stretched into a third day Monday for a suspect in a shooting on a Kentucky interstate that wounded five people and struck 12 Joseph A. Couch / Laurel County Sheriff’s Office vehicles, authorities vowed to keep up a relentless search as the stress level remained high for a rural area where some schools canceled classes. Authorities have been searching a rugged, hilly area…
The Chattanooga Public Library rolled out the red carpet for book lovers of all kinds today. It was the library’s second annual “Authors Fair!” The event gathered more than 60 local and regional authors, giving book enthusiasts the opportunity to dive into a diverse array of genres, including, poetry, science fiction, travel and more. “I think what’s important here is…
At Riverbend Park this Saturday , the Dalton Police and Fire Departments squared off against the Whitfield County Sheriff’s Office and Fire Department in a spirited softball game. The game, which started at 10:00 AM, was more than just a friendly competition. It was an opportunity for the community to come together and support local charities, with all proceeds from…
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- First-year McCallie football coach Joel Bradford had his first loss in charge of the program last week. He had his team ready in this one and the Blue Tornadoes were up 21-0 less than nine minutes into the game. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: High School Football, Joel Bradford, McCallie School
The father of Colt Gray, the teen suspect in the Apalachee High School shooting, was arrested, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation announced Thursday. Colin Gray, 54, is being charged with four counts of involuntary manslaughter, two counts of second-degree murder and eight counts of cruelty to children, the GBI said. The 14-year-old shooting suspect has been charged with four counts of felony…
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WDEF) — A mother was arrested in Memphis after her 6-year-old son was found in school with a loaded gun. The mother, Ke’erinie King is facing charges of child abuse, child neglect or endangerment, and contributing to the delinquency of a minor. Reports say a school resource officer found the 6 year old passing the gun around to…
I feel like everywhere we turn now, there’s a new AI for something to make life simpler, or take care of some arduous task that we don’t want to do. Parents, teachers, and even students, this week’s guest is for you, as they’ve created an AI technology that will help you get your work done in a more efficient manner,…
News 12 This Morning: Lily Freeman with The Playlist joins News 12’s Amelia Greer to highlight a unique, new attraction in Chattanooga. Lily is a performing server and marketing director at The Playlist Chattanooga! CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Get ready for dinner and a show like never before. The Playlist is offering an immersive dining experience in the Scenic City….
News 12 This Morning: Papae Litchfield with Chattanooga Tourism Co. joins News 12’s Amelia Greer to discuss a new survey, hoping to gauge community opinions. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — As Chattanooga continues to expand, a tourism company is wanting to hear from its residents. The Chattanooga Tourism Company highlights various attractions and activities in the Scenic City. In their first-ever…
Fort Oglethorpe, GA-(WDEF-TV) Heritage pitcher Addie Edwards allowed just one hit and struck out 14 as the Generals beat rival LFO 6-0. Jenna Ryans also had a pair of RBI’s for the Generals. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Addie Edwards, Heritage High School, LFO, Softball
A new era of football begins for both the Titans and Bears Sunday in their season opening match-up from Chicago. The Titans feature a new head coach, while the Bears feature a hot-shot new quarterback. Said quarterback Will Levis:”It’s great that it’s finally here. It’s great that it’s football season. It’s good to be back.” Football is back baby. But…
Los Angeles — Hunter Biden offered a surprise guilty plea in his tax evasion case on Thursday, capping a whirlwind day in court in Los Angeles, where jury selection in his trial was set to begin. The president’s son entered an open plea — an offer to plead guilty and allow a judge to sentence him — on Thursday afternoon, admitting guilt to all nine…
Two-time Women’s World Cup champion Alex Morgan announced she is pregnant with her second child and is retiring from professional soccer. Over the course of a 15-year career with the United States, Morgan not only made an impact on the field, she also helped lead the team’s fight for equal pay and was outspoken about social justice issues. The 35-year-old Morgan will play her…
Washington — Federal prosecutors unveiled new charges against members of Russia’s military intelligence service on Thursday, alleging they engaged in “destructive” computer attacks that targeted civilian computer systems in Ukraine and around the world. Prosecutors announced a superseding indictment against five members of the Russian GRU and one civilian for their campaign to hack the computers of dozens of Ukrainian government entities before…
So Far, so good for Alabama fans. This fall, they have a new head football coach after the legendary Nick Sabean retired. It’s been four decades since the school has seen a transition like this. In 1983, Ray Perkins stepped into the shoes just vacated by the legendary Paul “Bear” Bryant. And when he visited Dalton that year, he knew…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — A Chattanooga city councilman has announced he will not seek re-election. Darrin Ledford of District 4, which covers East Brainerd, says he will vacate his seat when his term expires next year. “It has been an incredible privilege to serve on the city council for the past two terms. I am immensely grateful to my wife,…
Four people were killed and nine others were wounded after a 14-year-old student opened fire Wednesday at Apalachee High School in northern Georgia, authorities said. More information is emerging about the suspect, Colt Gray, as officials try to find out how the teen obtained the gun and determine a motive for the latest school shooting in the U.S. More than a year ago, tips…