CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Hamilton County Commission has approved a new budget. It was approved 9 to 1 Wednesday evening in a special called meeting. The total budget is over $1.1 billion dollars, roughly $6.6 million higher than last year. Mayor Wamp says in a statement that, ““I am grateful to the County Commission for approving our fourth consecutive balanced…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The Lookouts fell behind 4-0 to Rocket City and could never mount the comeback in losing 7-2. Leo Balcazar had a solo homer for Chattanooga. It was his ninth home run of the season. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Tennessee Aquarium is kicking off the 2026 summer season with plenty of exciting events to help make the best of your visit. Coming up on Friday, June 12, the Tennessee Aquarium is partnering with the Chattanooga Lookouts for a special Conservation Night game. The baseball players will be wearing special jerseys, there’s fireworks, and special…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) In the annual Tennessee-Georgia all star softball showdown at Frost Stadium, Tennessee picked up an 11-5 win in game one. Tennessee raced out to a 7-0 lead. Georgia rallied with five runs in the sixth inning to make it a 7-5 ballgame, but then Tennessee answered with four runs in the bottom of the sixth to seal the victory….
LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN, Ga. (WDEF)- “We don’t want your gondola. We don’t want it.” The controversy over a proposed gondola is approaching a major decision. Will the town of Lookout Mountain change an ordinance to allow Rock City to fully realize their gondola vision? Numerous red signs reading “no gondola” are prevalent on the mountain. There are a handful of green…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Chattanooga’s newest food event is serving up a fresh way to explore local lunch spots this week. The first-ever Chattanooga Sandwich Week is bringing $8 sandwich specials to restaurants across the Scenic City. Nineteen local restaurants are taking part, each featuring a signature sandwich as part of the weeklong event running through June 14. Organizers say…
River City Company CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — River City Company has announced the public launch of Riverfront Parks Next, the fundraising campaign aimed to enhance Chattanooga’s riverfront parks near Ross’s Landing. River City Company says new features will include two new restaurants, sports courts, public art, public restrooms, spaces for food-and-beverage kiosks, and an improved pier and infrastructure for waterfront recreation…
OOLTEWAH, Tenn. — The Samaritan Center has announced an expansion of its geographical service area to three high-demand neighboring zip codes: 37411, 37412, and 37406. Eligible residents within the newly added zip codes can immediately access a variety of direct aid programs. These specialized services include: Emergency Financial Assistance: Rent and utility support to prevent housing displacement and utility disconnects. Food…
Owner Marlo White joins News 12’s Amelia Greer as his record store celebrates a milestone anniversary this weekend. To give back to the community that’s supported him, the store is hosting a ‘Drop the Needle’ charity event. Several local organizations will be highlighted this Saturday with a percentage of sales going to their respective charities. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Dallos…
DALTON, Ga. (WDEF) – Representative Mike Collins joined State Representative Clay Fuller in Dalton to speak with voters in Whitfield County ahead of the upcoming Georgia Senate runoff election. With the runoff just days away, Collins met with supporters to discuss his campaign priorities and several issues facing the state and nation. Collins is facing former University of Tennessee football…
RINGGOLD, Ga. (WDEF) – A new piece of public art is now on display in downtown Ringgold. The 19 foot stainless steel sculpture, “Threaded,” has been installed behind City Hall and is already drawing attention from residents and visitors. The sculpture was created by Chattanooga artist Isaac Duncan III and was selected in part because of its connection to Ringgold’s…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Held in partnership with Greater Tucker Missionary Baptist Church, Cancer Care Ministry hosted its 39th National Cancer Survivors Day. The celebration recognized cancer survivors and offered encouragement to those currently battling the disease. Organizers said the event was part of the 39th National Cancer Survivors Day observance, bringing the community together to honor those whose lives…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – A locally produced film is receiving praise after making its premiere over the weekend in Ringgold. Hundreds of people gathered at The Colonnade to watch “Set Free,” a movie filmed throughout Northwest Georgia. The film follows a detective investigating the narcotics trade that is poisoning his town while also becoming entangled in a romance connected to…
Randy Vega being led out of Hamilton County Judge Boyd Patterson’s courtroom in handcuffs following his conviction on nine separate criminal counts. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Following two and a half years of litigation, community heartache, and a five day criminal trial, a verdict has been in a vehicular homicide trial that changed the Chattanooga northshore. Randy Vega was convicted on…
WHITFIELD COUNTY, GA (WDEF) – Understanding money, and how to make it work for you, is a key to success in life. Students in Whitfield County are getting lessons in financial literacy that should really pay off in the long run. That’s a valuable example of “What’s Right With Our Schools.” “Financial literacy month is in May and so when…
UPDATE: Multiple violations were found following a post-incident inspection of a vehicle fire carrying fireworks on I-75, according to the Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP). They say the shipment, driven by Dalton Beeler, of Tennessee, was traveling from South Pittsburg to Knox County when the fire occurred. The inspection found the carrier was transporting fireworks without several federally required safety measures….
ORLANDO, Fla. (WDEF) – The BUCS Youth Cheer Elite Squad is celebrating a national title after being named the 2026 One Prime Global Finals Champion. The team competed in its first season this year, with most athletes entering the program with little to no competition cheer experience. Throughout the season, the squad earned multiple first place finishes and championship bids…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – According to the Times Free Press (TFP), the General Services Administration has released the first renderings of the new courthouse design. According to the TFP, the new structure will take up about 200,000 square feet and will follow an executive order from President Donald Trump ordering the federal government to use inspiration mirroring ancient Greek architecture….
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Humane Educational Society hosted its fifth annual Adopt-A-Thon. The event honors the late Kelly McCoy, a popular local radio personality and passionate animal advocate. Community members were able to apply two days in advance for early access to adoptions. The Humane Educational Society also waived all adoption fees for the day. Several pet vendors provided…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Shepherd Community celebrated its 50th annual Fun Day with a car parade followed by a community picnic. During the event, community leaders honored Malcolm Walker for his dedication and service to the neighborhood. Organizers recognized his contributions spanning five decades. We asked a member of the Shepherd Community Council, who has served since 1972, what…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – What started with cheering crowds welcoming the team turned into something many Chattanooga soccer fans never imagined they would experience in their own city… watching one of the world’s top national teams train up close. Spain’s national team officially settled into Chattanooga this weekend as excitement surrounding the World Cup continues to build. After arriving Friday…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- “I’m going to be able to tell my friends, ‘Yeah I shared a locker with somebody from the Spanish national team and then it’s gonna be a flex. I’ll tell you that their minds are going to be blown.” Heath Techasiriwan says he’s jealous of the Baylor soccer players and coaches who will return to their locker…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)-Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp says a special moment happened for one of his daughters during Spain’s arrival on Friday. Mayor Wamp says his nine year old daughter, Griffin, managed to get Lamine Yamal’s autograph at the airport. He says that she is a youth soccer player and loves the game. The mayor described the scene to us…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The city of Chattanooga is clarifying the reason behind a reduction in the allocation for the non-profit Artsbuild in the 2027 Fiscal Year budget. Artsbuild, who had received $270,000 last year from the city, is receiving $35,000 less this year at $235,000. Stephanie Cepak, Mayor Tim Kelly’s spokesperson, sent us the following statement: “This slight reduction is…