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…
CHATSWORTH, Georgia (WDEF) – Hollywood paid a visit to Murray County today. An unnamed movie was being filmed on Fort Mountain above Chatsworth. News 12 witnessed a group of actors on motorcycles riding along Georgia State Highway 52, with photographers stationed on the sides of the road. Murray County Sheriff’s Deputies blocked traffic in two to five minute increments while filming…
Today on Mom to Mom, we’re making our very own electrolyte drink! It is summertime, and that means that we can get dehydrated pretty quickly, especially if your kids are involved in sports and you’re working out. Now, you can go to the store and buy those electrolyte-filled sports drinks, like Gatorade and so forth, but sometimes they’re filled with…
BRADLEY COUNTY, TENN. (WDEF)- Emergency crews responded to a house fire on Sunday night in Bradley County. “The call came in shortly before 6:30 last night, Sunday, the 25th of a residential structure fire at 366 Live Oak trail here in Cleveland, Bradley County Fire Rescue responded and found a home there on Live Oak trail, engulfed in heavy smoke…
News 12 This Morning: Thom Benson joins News 12’s Amelia Greer to preview a film roaring its way to the Tennessee Aquarium’s IMAX Theater. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Two iconic Chattanooga landmarks are partnering for a unique, interactive event for kids. The Tennessee Aquarium and Creative Discovery Museum are working in tandem to educate students and families on the Jurassic…
(utsports.com) KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – After an offseason of anticipation, game week has finally arrived for the 2024 Tennessee Volunteers football team as it prepares to host in-state foe Chattanooga on Saturday afternoon inside Neyland Stadium. “Talking season is over, and we get to go play ball,” head coach Josh Heupel said to open his Monday press conference. “Looking forward to seeing all…
Over the weekend, many gathered at The Howard School to celebrate the new turf field. The field is dedicated to Howard alum Reggie White. White played 15 seasons in the National Football League (NFL) and passed away at the age of 43 in 2004. White’s family and friends as well as Howard students and staff gathered at the new…
Some flowers left at a makeshift memorial at the site of a deadly shooting in Dalton on Saturday night. DALTON, Ga. (WDEF)- We have learned the identities of the four young men killed in Whitfield County Saturday Night. The Whitfield County Sheriff’s Office says that 21 year old David Delgadillo, 19 year old Joshua Pelico, 18 year old Robert Valencia,…
News 12 This Morning: Tabi Upton with Moody Radio 88.9 FM Chattanooga joins News 12’s Amelia Greer to preview a special women’s event in September. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Grab your besties and get ready for an inspiring girls’ weekend. Moody Radio 88.9 FM is hosting a women’s conference for ladies looking for deeper relationships. The weekend will include a…
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- Brainerd marched down the field on its first possession to score an easy touchdown in a game that looked like it could get out of hand quickly. However, Howard’s defense stepped up at times throughout the contest and both teams have flags thrown throughout much of the contest, leading to a 14-6 Brainerd win, Categories: Sports –…
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) — The construction company has made a statement after the fatal incident involving a construction worker being buried in a trench Thursday, August 22, 2024. The statement from Dillards Construction, Inc. reads: “We are completely devastated by what occurred yesterday to one of our employees. We are fully committed to cooperating with the agencies that are investigating…
CHATTANOOGA, TN – It is that time of year and we’re all getting ready for back to school. So, whether you’re in grade school or college, Verizon has some tech that’s going to make this year a whole lot easier for you. Some kids are required to have the latest in smart devices and tablets, while some just find it to be…
Dalton, GA-(WDEF-TV) Christian Heritage raced out to a 28-7 lead in the first quarter and never looked back in winning their home opener on Thursday night 49-20 over Cherokee Christian. The Lions Evan Coulter had a 50-yard pick six to open the second quarter as Christian Heritage cruised to the big victory. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Cherokee…
Cleveland, TN-(WDEF-TV) McMinn Co held on to beat rival Bradley Central 16-13 on Thursday night in the season opener for both teams. The Bears had a chance to try and tie the score late in the fourth quarter, but their field goal attempt was no good. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Bradley Central High School, Football, McMinn County…
Ten years ago, we were in the middle of a social media frenzy. It was called the ice bucket challenge for A-L-S. The idea was simple, If you took the challenge, someone poured a bucket of ice cold water over your head. So for our Thursday Throwback, we’ll take you back for some of the ice bucket challenges we showed…
Former Tennessee governors Bill Haslam (right) and Phil Bredesen (left) holding a live episode of their podcast “You Might Be Right” with political scientists and brothers Hyrum and Verlan Lewis at the Chattanooga Rotary Club. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Two former Tennessee Governors held a unique meeting Thursday at the Chattanooga Rotary Club. A live podcast discussing the state of political…