CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Many people these days are turning to online dating to find their perfect match. There are ways you can do it safely without getting scammed. Stick to catfish on your dinner plate – not on your online dating profile. Just because a lot of singles are using the Internet and smartphone apps to find a date,…
Soddy Daisy, TN -(WDEF-TV) In a battle of district leaders on Thursday, the East Hamiliton softball team held on to edge Soddy Daisy 3-2 at Soddy Daisy High School. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: East Hamilton Softball, edges, highschool softball, local sports news, Soddy Daisy
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The CFC crank up their 15th season of soccer in chattanooga this weekend. The Boys in Blue will host Gold Star FC Detroit at 3pm Saturday at Fort Finley. It has been a long preseason for CFC since they reported early for their exhibition match in January against Atlanta United. So now the guys are itching to play for…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Boyd Buchanan soccer looked pretty strong in their district opener on Thursday afternoon at Boyd Buchanan. The Bucs posted a 5-0 win over rival Silverdale. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News, Sports – Soccer Tags: Boyd Buchanan, highschool soccer, local sports news, opens district play, Soccer, win over silverdale
By MICHAEL R. SISAK, ERIC TUCKER, COLLEEN LONG and JENNIFER PELTZ Associated Press A Manhattan grand jury has voted to indict Donald Trump on charges involving payments made during the 2016 presidential campaign to silence claims of an extramarital sexual encounter, the first ever criminal case against a former U.S. president and a jolt to Trump’s bid to retake the…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Shimmick Construction announced today that they expect to be awarded a major upcoming project in our area. The City of Chattanooga will officially announce the winner on June 1. It is the fourth phase of a wet weather facility going next to the Tennessee River. This facility will help the environment by treating stormwater before it…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – In the wake of the Nashville school shooting that left six dead including three children, local parents are coming together to pray for those impacted by the tragedy. It was a subdued scene around the flagpole in front of Chattanooga Christian School (CCS). Several parents came together in their collective faith to mourn those we have…
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Federal Court has dismissed all ten Civil Rights claims against the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office. The Federal Court made this announcement on Thursday. Background The federal lawsuits began in July 2019. There were ten total lawsuits filed against the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office. They alleged former Patrol Deputy Daniel Wilkey practiced misconduct, and they…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Two vehicles struck a pedestrian Wednesday night on Bonny Oaks Drive, resulting in a fatality. Chattanooga Police responded to the call that came in shortly after 9:30 p.m. The pedestrian was walking her dog and attempting to cross Bonny Oaks Drive at the intersection of Lee Highway. She was then hit by two vehicles, Chattanooga Police…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Both technology and resources are needed for a business to be successful these days. And for that reason, the Enterprise Center says it helps connect people to those things. It’s one way the organization is driving our economy forward. “Here at the Enterprise Center we spend a lot of our time figuring out how we can…
ETON, Ga. (WDEF)- The Eton Fire Department is soon to be no more. This decision to cut the department is leaving firefighters and citizens concerned. Eton has 824 residents as of the 2020 census. The Eton Fire Department building, where soon the city plans to have Advent Health EMS services. These residents have been depending on the Eton Fire Department…
Chattanooga police investigated a road rage incident. It happened, Wednesday March 28th on Bonny Oaks. Investigators believe 26 year old Michael Miller-Seale shot into another car. Officers seized a rifle, ammunition, methamphetamine, and paraphernalia. Charges against him include reckless endangerment and reckless driving. Categories: Crime, Featured, Hamilton County, Local News Tags: Chattanooga Police Dept., Hamilton County
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — During their weekly press briefing, the Chattanooga Police Department made a statement on the Nashville Covenant School shooting. Assistant Police Chiefs Scruggs and Sommers expressed how horrified they were after hearing of the incident. On Monday, 28-year-old Audrey Hale shot and killed six people: three were 9-year-olds and three were staff members at the school. Assistant…
Video Courtesy: Ryan Capetz via YouTube. HIXSON, Tenn. (WDEF) — A portion of Highway 153 in Hixson was temporarily shut down Wednesday. The Chattanooga Fire Department responded to a fire at the Smoothie King at this location. It happened just before 3 p.m. Courtesy: CFD There were multiple reports of smoke and flames coming out of the back of the…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — It might be one thing for a college marching band to perform in a holiday parade. But it’s a whole different thing to head “across the pond!” And take part in one of the biggest parades in the entire world! That’s what “The Marching Mocs” are getting ready to do! It’s quite the scene at UTC’s…
(GoMocs) First-year University of Tennessee at Chattanooga head coach Shawn Poppie is the 2023 Spalding® Maggie Dixon NCAA Division I Rookie Coach of the Year, the Women’s Basketball Coaches Association announced today. The award honors a WBCA member NCAA Division I head coach who has led their team to a successful season during their first year on the sideline….
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Salvation Army’s Echelon group is asking the public for donations for their Bacon and Boxers event. They are hosting this event Thursday, March 30, from 12 to 2 p.m. It will be at the Salvation Army’s 614 Corps Shelter at 800 McCallie Avenue. Echelon Chattanooga’s event is meant to supply homeless men with necessities, such…
Today we are making dog popsicles. Spring and summer are almost here, and for those hot days, they’re going to love this special little treat and it’s super easy to make. We need some blueberries, some light coconut milk, and then dog bones. Get any kind of milk bone that you want, some ice trays, and a blender. So, what…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) After falling to district rival Sale Creek 9-8 on Monday, Lookout Valley turned around and beat the Panthers on Tuesday 7-1. The Yellow Jackets scored 3 runs in their first at-bat and never looked back. Lookout Valley starter Eli Pell went the distance for the victory. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Beats, local sports news, Lookout Valley…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Beach volleyball at UTC has been growing quickly in the four seasons since its inception. News 12’s Brian Armstrong talks with players and coaches about the program and what it’s like to be a part of it. Head coach Darin Van Horn: If you like sports and you like competitiveness, there’s always usually at least one court that’s pretty…
AUSTIN, Texas (WDEF) — CMT has announced more acts, and some of the finalists for its 2023 Music Awards this weekend. Tennessee Valley native Kane Brown and his wife, Katelyn, are one of six finalists for the “Video of the Year” award. It’s for their music video for their hit song, “Thank God.” Several other artists including Blake Shelton, Carrie…
HARRISON, Tenn. (WDEF) – Computers are part of every classroom these days. Keeping all that tech running smoothly is no small task. Thankfully, Harrison Elementary has Stephanie Elgin. For providing tech support with a smile, and so much more, Ms. Elgin earned the Golden Apple Award. Roxanne Anthony is the Principal at Harrison Elementary School. She says,” The thing that…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Many are still mourning the loss of six people yesterday in a mass shooting in Nashville. Three of the victims were just nine years old. Nashville Police released surveillance and bodycam videos that they say shows 28-year-old Audrey Hale intruding the school, where they say she killed three employees and three students in the span of…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Tennessee is looking to make Juneteenth a state holiday. The bill passed the state Senate last week. Today, a House committee is scheduled to take a look at the bill. It is called House Bill 317. Juneteenth is currently only recognized as a “day of special observance” in Tennessee. The holiday is observed on June 19th each…
