Father Ryan Edges CCS 54-51 on a Buzzer Beater in the State Tournament

Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Chattanooga Christian entertained Father Ryan in the opening round of the state tournament on Tuesday. The final quarter was a back-and-forth battle with the Lady Irish hitting a three right before time expired to get a 54-51 victory. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Chattanooga Christian School, Father Ryan, High School Basketball, Lady Irish, women in sports

Rodney Henderson Pacing Tyner’s Scoring Attack

Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV)  Tyner battles for their district tournament championship tonight. Expect the Rams to follow the lead of Rodney Henderson, who has developed into one of the top players in Chattanooga. News 12’s Brian Armstrong catches up with the Rams scoring machine. Said head coach E.J. Ward: “We feel comfortable going into games knowing that we do have the best player.”…

Mayors discuss education and legislation

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Chattanooga Mayor Tim Kelly and Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp came together for a rare public joint discussion.  In a discussion moderated by Chattanooga Chamber of Commerce CEO Charles Wood, both mayors discussed topics ranging from education, economics, and technology. Chattanooga Mayor Tim Kelly and Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp taking part in a discussion on…

Golden Apple Award: Hannah Wilson, Soddy Daisy High School

SODDY DAISY, Tenn. (WDEF) – The written word comes to life in Hannah Wilson’s 9th grade English class at Soddy Daisy. Her lessons are structured, to be sure, but there is a healthy dose of kindness mixed in. All that earned Ms. Wilson the Golden Apple Award. Angie Cass is the principal at Soddy Daisy. She says, “Miss Wilson tirelessly…

Mom to Mom – DIY Car Sick Bag

Today, on Mom to Mom, we are making a DIY sick bag for your car.  Have you ever been traveling with your kids and all of a sudden you hear those dreaded words? I don’t feel so well, and you’re not fully prepared because let me tell you, it just comes out of nowhere. Well, today we are going to…

Downtown Erlanger Hospital celebrates 2024 ‘Miracle Kids’

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Family and friends gathered at the Downtown Chattanooga Erlanger Hospital to celebrate the 2024 Miracle Kids on Monday. “Today we are honoring and introducing our 2024 Miracle Kids. And basically, these children are ambassadors for Children’s Hospital at Erlanger. Of course, we are part of the Children’s Miracle Network, made up of about 180 hospitals throughout North…

What’s Right With Our Schools: East Ridge Elementary STEAM Night

EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF) – Try to think of a subject doesn’t fit into science, technology, engineering, art or math. STEAM really is everywhere. East Ridge Elementary recently hosted its first ever STEAM night. It’s an all-encompassing example of what’s right with our schools. Arthur Williams is the Instructional Coach for All Things Steam. He says, “Tonight is our first…

Chattanooga Women’s Basketball Downs Rival ETSU in 56-41 Road Victory

GoMocs- Chattanooga women’s basketball moved one step closer to the program’s 23rd SoCon regular season title on Saturday, when the Mocs went into Johnson City and came away with a convincing 56-41 victory over in-state rival ETSU. The Mocs (22-3, 10-0 SoCon) once again leaned on their defense to carry the baton in a hostile environment, with the Bucs (16-9, 5-5…

Red Bank Overpowers Soddy Daisy 72-42

Red Bank, TN -(WDEF-TV) Red Bank was too much for rival Soddy Daisy in their district tournament on Friday. The Lions roared to a convincing 72-42 victory. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: High School Basketball, Red Bank High School, Red Bank Lions, Soddy Daisy High School

Top Ranked Silverdale Strolls Past Notre Dame 70-42

Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Notre Dame and top ranked Silverdale clashed for the fourth time this season on Friday. They met in the semifinals of their region tournament. After three tight games earlier this year, the Seahawks won in blow-out fashion this time around by a final of 70-42. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: High School Basketball, Notre Dame High School,…

Ridgeland Enjoying Historic Season

When you thumb through the history of Ridgeland basketball, you see a lot of losing records. But not this year. Tonight the Panthers are playing for a region championship, after beating phenomenal odds just to get there. News 12’s Brian Armstrong details Ridgeland’s turnaround. And we just beat two teams that really cleaned our clock to say anything else. Ridgeland…

Dolly Parton’s Pet Gala coming to CBS on Wednesday

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) — Dolly Parton recently held a Pet Gala in Nashville. It was all for fun, according to Dolly. The event featured big-name artists performing Dolly’s biggest hits. There was even a pet fashion show. But before the music, many of the celebrities took to the pink carpet. “Well, I think we’re here just to have fun, all of…

Valleybrook Residents Upset with New Subdivision

The future subdivision next to Windbrook being built behind Ron and Majorie Pasch’s backyard.   CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Hixson residents in the Valleybrook neighborhood say they’re frustrated with the recent approval of the expansion of a new development. The Paschs have lived in Windbrook has four years and used to enjoy a forest that would bring cool breezes to their…

News 12 This Morning Valentine’s Day sign-off

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The morning crew wished viewers a Happy Valentine’s Day on Wednesday with a special treat from Amelia’s grandmothers. The overall consensus: both desserts were a 10/10. From Amelia: “A special shout-out to my Nana, Anna Faye Heard, for her delicious banana pudding, and to my Grandmother, Alice Greer, for her yummy cookies! I love you both…

Volkswagen union update in Chattanooga

CHATTANOOGA,Tenn. (WDEF)- The fight over unionizing Chattanooga’s Volkswagen plant is back front and center.   Both sides chose Thursday to speak out. Victor Vaughn who is a Logistics team member at Volkswagen says VW should be unionized.  “There is issues that need to be addressed. Better health care for us, safer work environment, and an opportunity to have a portion of…

Tech Byte – Gaming Takes Two Steps Forward

New technology steps in to gaming world

CHATTANOOGA, TN – Since the inception of computers, they’ve all been controlled with handheld devices.  When I got my first Nintendo in the mid-80s it came with two handheld controllers.  Eventually the technology brought us wireless controllers, but for the most part most interfaces require the use of handheld devices.  That is until now! This new company is called Glydr,…