ATLANTA, Ga. (WDEF)-The Georgia Department of Transportation is raising awareness this week on work zone safety. The spring and summer months are considered the best season for highway work. During National Work Zone Awareness Week GDOT is spreading the message about distracted driving. Due to distracted driving Hundreds of workers have been killed in work zones. “Lots of people are…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – A former Hamilton County EMT convicted of vehicular manslaughter by intoxication made a court appearance Monday to ask for an appellate bond. Justin Whaley was sentenced to nine years in prison for the July 2018 death of James Brumlow. Whaley was driving the wrong way at the Highway 27/111 intersection in Soddy-Daisy when he fatally struck…
MURRAY COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) – A settlement has been reached on behalf of families affected by a Murray County school bus crash last year. The crash occurred on April 24, 2023, on Old Grade Road in rural sections of the county. Bus 1686 was taking students to Murray County High School, Gladden Middle School, and Coker Elementary School. Still of…
Chattanooga, Tennessee (WDEF)- A first-half Jalen James hat trick was all Chattanooga FC need but added three more goals in a 6-2 victory over Inter Miami CF II. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Chattanooga FC, Inter Miami II, Jalen James
AP- The Nico Iamaleava era finally has arrived at Tennessee. Sure, the No. 2 quarterback in the 2023 recruiting class debuted in the Vols’ rout of Iowa in the Citrus Bowl. Now the quarterback caps Tennessee’s spring practice Saturday by giving fans a glimpse of how much he’s grown before the Vols’ season opener Aug. 31 against Chattanooga. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News…
Dalton, GA-(WDEF-TV) Dalton High School baseball honored three Catamount alumni and a legendary former coach on Friday. They retired their jerseys. Those honored were former players Matthew Boggs and his brother Mitchell Along with Rodney Hennon and former coach Manny Pontonio. The Boggs brothers both were the same jersey number one. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Dalton High…
Dalton, GA-(WDEF-TV) Dalton high school named Jonathan Adams as their new head basketball coach. Adams left his head coaching position at Notre Dame in order to take the job at Dalton. The Catamounts are known for winning state titles in soccer, and Adams hopes to deliver the same in basketball, even though he knows it will be a big challenge….
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – A local legislator has sponsored a bill that aims to restrict minors from accessing internet pornography. Representative Patsy Hazelwood says the issue of youth access to child pornography was brought to her by a constituent. Rep. Hazelwood recalled, “There was a gentleman on Signal Mountain where I live who has upcoming teenage children and he was…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Chattanooga Quantum Collaborative and EPB will be offering weeks of free courses surrounding quantum technology. This is in honor of World Quantum Day on Sunday, April 14. These courses are designed for a variety of age groups to prepare students and adults alike for the emergence of EPB’s Quantum Network. Introduced in late 2022, the…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — WDEF News 12 is celebrating its 70th anniversary on the air at the end of April. WDEF was Chattanooga’s first TV station, which went on the on officially on April 25, 1954. For generations, viewers only knew two names for the news: Walter Cronkite in Washington and Mort Lloyd here in Chattanooga. The story took a tragic twist…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Moccasin Bend is one of the most beautiful and historically significant sites in Chattanooga. But the winds of change seldom stop blowing. Now, the future of Moccasin Bend is the subject of spirited debate. It’s no question that Chattanooga is filled with rich history and unique landmarks that are held dear to our community. On Thursday, the Moccasin…
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Hamilton County Health Department is seeing a trend in chronic diseases like obesity and high blood pressure. “Just like everywhere across the country, we are seeing an increase in chronic diseases. It is the number one cause of death and disability in Hamilton County, Tennessee and the U.S.,” said Dr. Dawn Ford, Epidemiologist at…
CHATTANOOGA, TN – Henry Rollins once said “There is no better way to fight weakness than with strength. Once the Mind and Body have been awakened to their true potential it is impossible to turn back.” Today I am excited to show you some exciting new tech that will help you awaken that potential and sharpen the muscle we all…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Boyd Buchanan and McCallie somehow managed to squeeze their baseball game in on Thursday despite the wind and rain. The weather didn’t seem to bother the Bucs as they beat McCallie by a final of 9-2. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Baseball, Boyd Buchanan High School, High School Baseball, McCallie School
Tennessee coaches are in love with former Bradley Central star Boo Carter. You can add special teams coach Mike Ekeler to the list. Ekeler says he won’t hesitate to allow Carter to return punts as a true freshman. Said Ekeler:”Boo Carter. I’m not saying he’s the guy, but he’s in that competition. And Boo Carter. He don’t care if he…
(gomocs.com) CHATTANOOGA—The Chattanooga Mocs have dipped their toes in international waters for years. Men’s golfers from all over Europe have made their way to the Scenic City to build on their golf careers while earning a splendid education. Now the show is on the other foot. Coach Blaine Woodruff is headed overseas to coach Team USA in the Toyota Junior…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Thursday morning, the Chattanooga Sports Authority Board heard the latest developments on the South Broad Stadium. Opening day of 2024 was last night but the Lookouts future home might be ready to bring in the proverbial closing pitcher. However, there was a curveball as ongoing negotiations over a Community Benefits Agreement (CBA) between developers, the city, and…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Choo Choo Chorus performed for residents at NHC Healthcare for National Barbershop Quartet Day. Thursday is also the anniversary of the Barbershop Harmony Association. The Choo Choo Chorus performed as a way to give back. The chorus sing to put a smile on the people’s faces. The Choo Choo Chorus “It warms our heart to…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The Baylor baseball team swept a double header from Knox Catholic on Wednesday 10-0 and 12-3. The two teams were tied for first in their region going into the double dip. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Baseball, Baylor School, High School Baseball, Knoxville Catholic High School
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The rain held off on Wednesday, allowing the Chattanooga Lookouts to make their home debut against the Tennessee Smokies. Tennessee used a five run seventh inning to pull away for a 9-3 victory. Lookouts Tyler Callihan was 3 for 4 on the night, including a triple. He also scored two runs. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Baseball,…
Georgia receiver Cole Speer has to be excited for the G-Day game Saturday in Athens. The Calhoun grad has seen mostly reserve action in his two seasons with the Bulldogs. So he’s ready to be productive in the Dawgs G-Day game Saturday. Despite receiving little playing time so far, Speer is still glad he’s a Georgia Bulldog. Said Speer:”If you…
No one is more excited about the Vols spring game Saturday than linebacker Keenan Pili. He got hurt in the season opener last year, and missed the rest of the year. What a bummer. Pili has played college football forever. He’ll be 26 next month. That age has earned him a rather un-football like nickname. Said Pili:”Just happy to play…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Regions Foundation is a group working with Project Inspire to recruit teachers. This helps educators make a difference in classrooms across the Tennessee Valley. We learn more about their collaboration and how they are driving our economy forward. “I’m here on behalf of the Regions Foundation, which is a nonprofit initiative that is funded primarily…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – UTC is continuing its expansion of integrating artificial intelligence into its education. That was music for happy people made by AI guided by a UTC graduate student. Today, they held their first panel discussion featuring graduate students and faculty members as part of their AI initiative. They discussed the challenges facing society in how AI will…