CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – This morning, the YMCA hosted its first Why I Ride Bike-A-Thon at its downtown family location. The event encouraged participants to raise money for causes they are passionate about. Organizers say each rider chose a specific program to support, with funds going directly toward community initiatives. Mathia Blomstrom, Associate Executive Director, says the event highlights the…
FORT OGLETHORPE, Ga. (WDEF) – The City of Fort Oglethorpe will host its annual Easter Egg Scramble this Saturday, March 28, at noon. The event is free and open to the community. Families will also have the opportunity to take photos with the Easter Bunny. Children will be divided into age groups to ensure everyone has a fair chance to…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The trial of Melvin Evans concluded this week in the 2021 fatal shooting of Kenneth Trammell Jr. outside a Chattanooga nightclub, bringing more than five years of investigation to a courtroom resolution. Jurors reviewed testimony from investigators, forensic experts, and the Medical Examiner as prosecutors and defense attorneys presented competing accounts of the events that led…
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) – Leadership is a vital part of any good school. Dr. LeAndrea Ware led Howard for 8 years wonderful. During that time, the school has achieved Level 5 status, and that’s just the tip of the ice burg. See for yourself in tonight’s “What’s Right With Our Schools.” “Dr. LeAndria Ware, executive principle of The Howard School…
New mixed income housing that broke ground on Monday on the Chattanooga Westside. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The next phase of the Chattanooga Westside redevelopment broke ground Monday morning. Phase two of One Westside will feature mixed income housing adjacent to the Gateway Towers. There are seven planned phases to modernize that neighborhood, which currently has housing projects that have been…
ATLANTA, Ga. (WDEF) – Today, the Congressional District 14 special election runoff debate took place in Atlanta, between candidates Clay Fuller and Shawn Harris. News 12 attended the debate and heard the candidates address issues that constituents care most about. Moderator Condace Pressley opened the discussion by highlighting how the race narrowed to two candidates. “The race started with 22…
RHEA COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) – For the past few weekends, we have been following how the Rhea County Animal shelter has turned a regular 5K to raise money for their local shelter into a friendly fundraising competition between members of their K-9 tracking team. Together, with the community’s help, they raised $5,200 dollars, with Deputy Cheyenne Swafford and her K-9…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Humane Educational Society is hosting its second annual Fast and Furriest run this Sunday (3/22) at Greenway Farms. The event kicks off at 10 a.m. and features a dog-friendly 5K trail race, along with a one-mile fun run and walk. Last year’s event raised $20,000, and organizers say they’re hoping to exceed that total this…
Philadelphia, PA-(WDEF-TV) Cleveland high school grad Grant Hurst decided to come back for one more year at Tennessee. Now he’s soaking up another trip to the Big Dance. Brian Armstrong caught up with the former Blue Raider in Philadelphia. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News, Sports – UT Vols Tags: Basketball, Cleveland High School, Grant Hurst
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A bill concerning the future of transgender care in Tennessee is stirring controversy. “Do you think that those decisions will stop with trans people? I’ve got a bridge to sell you. This is absolutely about control.” Callaghan Rudd is a community activist who is passionate about issues affecting the Chattanooga transgender community. Rudd believes that Tennessee House…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Defense and Prosecution gave their closing arguments today in the murder trial of Melvin Evans. Mr. Evans is accused of shooting and killing Kenneth Trammell outside a nightclub back in 2021. Mr. Evans testified on the stand that he was not carrying a gun that night, and that he was friends with Mr. Trammell. He…
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The City of Chattanooga’s Small Business Resource Center has opened at 332 East Martin Luther King Boulevard. This initiative is funded with $1.8 million approved by City Council and provided through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), according to the City of Chattanooga. “Today, building a business in Chattanooga just got a little easier. The Small Business Resource Center will…
Mindy Perez and Katalina Reynoso of La Antigua Fruit & Smoothie Bar joins News 12’s Amelia Greer as they show off a few menu items featured at this weekend’s Chattanooga Food Truck & Craft Beverage Festival. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Food Truck & Craft Beverage Festival is returning to Chattanooga for the fourth year in a row, and the…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Jurors in Chattanooga followed the unfolding events of a fatal nightclub shooting as testimony continued in the trial of 32-year-old Melvin Evans, accused of killing 28-year-old Kenneth Trammell Jr. outside a nightclub. Investigators first testified that Evans’ cellphone was tracked at or near his Glenwood residence shortly before 4 a.m., helping establish a timeline of his…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Chattanooga community members gathered Tuesday to honor the legacy of Ed Johnson, a Black man wrongfully lynched in 1906, with a Day of Remembrance. The day began at the Hamilton County Courthouse, where attendees reflected on Johnson’s life and the injustice he faced, before walking down to the Ed Johnson Memorial at Walnut Street Plaza. The…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF)- Could Tennessee students soon be tested less? That is the aim of a bill being sponsored by Hamilton County lawmakers. House Bill 2422 would introduce a pilot program that would allow some school districts to reduce the amount of tests they are required to give. Hamilton County superintendent Dr. Justin Robertson testified in front of a Tennessee…
HIXSON (WDEF) –The Hixson Council of the Chattanooga Chamber of Commerce welcomed Coty Wamp at its monthly networking luncheon on Thursday. Wamp addressed one of Chattanooga’s growing concerns—homelessness—speaking to local business and community leaders about the challenges surrounding the issue. During her remarks, she connected homelessness to broader public safety concerns, including nuisance crimes and repeat offenders. Wamp emphasized that…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) –A recent post office glitch briefly cost the Union Gospel Mission thousands of dollars in donations during one of its most critical fundraising periods. According to officials, nearly 90 P.O. boxes at a downtown Chattanooga facility were shut down due to a system error. One of those boxes belonged to the Mission, which relies heavily on mailed contributions…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Tennessee Aquarium has a brand new exhibit and News 12’s Amelia Greer goes ‘Behind the Curtain’ to discover if the underwater rumors are true! The new Scuttlebutt Reef opened in early March and it showcases some unique creatures, like the Mantis Shrimp that can pack quite a punch in their little claws, or the Frog…
Pepper Raper joins News 12’s Amelia Greer as Rock City welcomes in spring. The area attraction gets even more enchanting as flowers bloom in nature. Learn about their latest activity ‘Gnomes and Gardens’ with a special quest! LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN, Ga. (WDEF) – Spring is nearly here and Rock City’s gardens are blooming with enchanting flowers, bringing the beauty of nature…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – A local nonprofit is working to support individuals facing unexpected pregnancies. Choices Chattanooga provides free medical services, education, and resources aimed at helping parents feel informed and supported. The organization also partners with community groups to extend that support beyond its doors. At its core, Choices aims to be more than just a medical resource. “We…
(press release) — Chattanooga FC came from behind to defeat Kalonji Pro-Profile 2-1 in the First Round of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup thanks to goals from Darwin Ortiz and Ameziane Sid Mohand on Wednesday evening at Finley Stadium. Chattanooga was aggressive early in the first half, and Nathan Koehler almost struck first for the Boys in Blue with…
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)- The future of unincorporated Hamilton County will be decided in a different manner going forward. Hamilton County Commissioners voted 7 to 4 to create a separate planning commission to focus on those specific cases. Introduced last week, the Commission will terminate its interlocal agreement with the Regional Planning Agency in lieu of creating a separate planning…