Tivoli Theatre Foundation celebrates a centennial milestone with annual gala

Tivoli CEO, Nick Wilkinson, joins News 12’s Amelia Greer to preview the annual gala with the centennial celebration of The Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium and the kick off to the 2024-2025 Broadway season. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – It’s nearly time to pull back the curtains in the Tivoli Theatre Foundation’s annual gala which celebrates a massive milestone for their…

Teacher, attorneys maintain innocence after arrest on child cruelty

Kimberly Malone (Courtesy: Catoosa County Sheriff’s Office) FORT OGLETHORPE. Ga. (WDEF)- A Catoosa County teacher is facing charges after an alleged incident last week. The Catoosa County Sheriff’s Office says that Kimberly Malone, a teacher at Lakeview-Fort Oglethorpe High School, has been charged with one count of cruelty to children. They did not provide further updates on their investigation, as…

What’s Right With Our Schools: Ivy Academy helping Ukrainian Students

SODDY DAISY, TN (WDEF) – The war in Ukraine continues to drag on with devastating consequences. Many Americans are doing what they can to help. That includes students at Ivy Academy. They’ve created a way for students in Ukraine to have a portable power supply. That’s a far-reaching example of what’s right with our schools. “Open her up you see…

Soddy Daisy helps flood victims in Northwest Tennessee

SODDY DAISY, Tenn. (WDEF)- Community Members in Soddy-Daisy are coming together to provide aid to folks in Northeast Tennessee.   “We now have two tractor trailer loads, big flatbed load, five cargo trailers and Cash that we are going to be going to Newport, Tennessee in the morning,” said Hamilton County Commissioner Gene-o Shipley   They have collected these items and more…

Hurricane Milton surges to Category 5, expected to hit Florida as a major hurricane this week

Hurricane Milton has grown into a powerful Category 5 storm, less than two days after it developed in the Gulf of Mexico. The hurricane was expanding and intensifying quickly Monday while tracking eastward over warm Gulf waters, with the latest growth happening much faster than forecasts suggested. Milton’s winds surged to 160 mph Monday morning, according to the latest update from the…

Nonprofit spreads word about new childhood cancer license plate

News 12 This Morning: Gloria Moser with The Grayson Foundation joins News 12’s Amelia Greer to highlight the importance of pediatric cancer awareness and spread the word about a new Tennessee license plate in the works. They need your help to reach their goal for pre-orders! CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) — A foundation for pediatric cancer victims and survivors in Bradley…

The Hamilton County Home Show in East Ridge

EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF)- Camp Jordan Arena hosted The Hamilton County Home Show in East Ridge to help vendors showcase their products or services and get them out into the community. Those who came got to meet with local vendors face to face and talk about their housing plans and projects and discuss what services would best fit their needs….

Elder’s Ace Hardware Joins Forces with the Salvation Army

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Elder’s Ace Hardware Store has decided to join forces with the Salvation Army and support Hurricane Helene Victims. In support of Hurricane Helene victims, Elder’s Ace Hardware has launched a fundraising campaign to aid the Salvation Army’s disaster relief efforts to help hurricane survivors. Community members are coming together demonstrating its commitment to supporting each other and…

Chattanooga 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb and 3.43 Mile Walk

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Today marked the 10-year anniversary of the Chattanooga 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb and 3.43 Mile Walk at AT&T Stadium.  This is a heartfelt event honoring the 343 brave heroes who sacrificed their lives 23 years ago attempting to save the lives of others.  Participants of the community including firefighters in full gear from the Chattanooga Fire Department…

Oktoberfest on Signal Mountain

SIGNAL MOUNTAIN, Tenn. (WDEF)- Today a celebration of German heritage was hosted at the Mountain Arts Community Center on signal mountain for Oktoberfest. The venue was filled with diverse groups of food vendors, tables were set showing various items for sale, and individuals who were selling handmade pieces of art, had their work set out for show. There was live…

Signal Mountain cornhole tournament

SIGNAL MOUNTAIN, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Signal Mountain Fire and Police Department came together and hosted a cornhole tournament where all proceeds are poured back into the community. While the Mountain Arts Community Center hosted a celebration of German Heritage for Oktoberfest, the Signal Mountain fire and police department thought this was the perfect time to come together and host a cornhole…

New Bricks and Minifigs store in Chattanooga

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Bricks and Minifigs, an aftermarket LEGO toy shop, had its grand opening of its newest location today in Chattanooga in the Waterside Lifestyle Center. The Chattanooga location will specialize in both new and used LEGO items as well as buying, selling, and trading all LEGO products. At today’s grand opening, the store offered race car races, LEGO…

Lake Winnie’s history tour

ROSSVILLE, Ga. (WDEF)- Many residents of the Thrive at Brow Wood senior living community spent their afternoon on a field trip visiting Lake Winnepesaukah. This tour included a nice train ride and an opportunity to learn many fun facts about the park.  Along with the roller coasters and treats, the tour was led partly by their fellow resident, Adrienne Rhodes,…

Chattanooga Fire Department Lowers Hiring Age to 18 to Boost Recruitment Efforts

The Chattanooga Fire Department has received approval to lower their hiring age to 18. This new policy aims to broaden the department’s recruitment efforts and impact a younger demographic. “This is going to give kids the opportunity to become firefighters, especially those whose parents or grandparents have inspired them. Now we are opening up those dreams for them to follow…

Cirque du Soleil Brings Dazzling Extravaganza to Chattanooga

Cirque du Soleil’s dazzling show has made its way to Chattanooga, and News 12 had the chance to go behind the scenes to see what makes this show so extraordinary. “What you can expect is a little bit of everything. We mix a lot of high-level acrobats; we’ve got a seven-piece band with a singer, and we have two Olympians…

East Ridge, Collegedale come together for Helene relief

  A caravan leaving East RIdge to take donated supplies for Hurricane Helene victims to Collegedale. COLLEGEDALE, Tenn. (WDEF)- The death toll from Hurricane Helene is now at least 223 across the Southeast. There are still hundreds missing. As communities to our east try to begin the process of recovery, many in the Chattanooga area have gathered to help. The…

Big Soddy Daisy Offensive Line Paving the Way For Trojans Offense

Soddy Daisy, TN-(WDEF-TV) Soddy Daisy features a huge offensive line this season, and they’ve been paving the way for a tremendous Trojans ground game. The big fellas are even enjoying the attention they’re getting from their outstanding play in the trenches. Brian Armstrong caught up with the Trojans big men. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Football, High School…

Local Businessman Rick Davis indicted on Theft charges

He operates Rick's Gold and Diamonds on Brainerd Road

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – A longtime fixture on local TV commercials has been indicted by a grand jury. Rick Davis operates “Rick’s Gold and Diamonds” on Brainerd Road. The 70 year old businessman is charged with theft. The indictment lists eight victims. It accuses Davis of stealing thousands of dollars from each. Specifically, the indictments claim he obtained property from the victims…

Port strike reaction

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)– A port strike along the east and gulf coast is worrying citizens as it could become one of America’s most disruptive work stoppages in recent times. We spoke with individuals from the Chattanooga area about how they think this possible shortage could affect them. Charlotte Mcnabb, a Chattanooga resident said, “We’re in a fortunate group that we’ll…

Dread Hollow promises even more scares than the year before

Todd Patton and Josh Philpott join News 12’s Chip Chapman to preview this scary season’s Dead Hollow. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Dread Hollow returns with a promise of a bigger and more frightening experience than last year. Todd Patton has been in the haunted house business for over 30 years and still finds a new screaming thrill in it each…

What Ring of Power can you properly wield?

Viewers ask what is the best activity tracker ring so we have to call in some super hero help.

CHATTANOOGA, TN – Todays Tech Byte comes from viewer mail.  Eric asks us for help deciding on the best sleep ring.  We called in all the experts but unfortunately Hal Jordan is out celebrating his 65th anniversary.  Fortunately, that’s not the only superhero we know. Our research to find the best sleep ring was aided by competitive body builder and…