Golden Apple Award: Matthew Brady, Brown Middle School

HARRISON, TN (WDEF) – Corporate America’s loss is Brown Middle School’s gain. In less than 2 years, Matthew Brady has transformed into a dynamic young teacher with a knack for problem solving. His unconventional approach earned Mr. Brady the Golden Apple Award. Karyn Cox is the Principal at Brown Middle. She says, “Mr. Brady was a product of Project Inspire….

Federal Lawsuit Filed Against CSAS and Hamilton County Schools

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A federal lawsuit has been filed in the Eastern District Court of Tennessee against administrators at the Chattanooga School for the Arts and Sciences (CSAS) and the Hamilton County School Board. The plaintiffs of the lawsuit claim that they failed to protect a young female student from sexual harassment and bullying. This lawsuit has been filed in…

LaFayette Native to Make Grand Ole Opry Debut

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) — Country music artist and LaFayette, Georgia native Channing Wilson is getting ready to make his Grand Ole Opry debut next year. He recently announced he’ll be playing at the historic venue on Saturday, February 25. Wilson lives in LaFayette, but travels to Nashville and cities across the country to record his music, and play concerts. He’s…

Candlelight vigil held in memory of Jasmine Pace

Sister, best friend describe her as "fearless, loved, amazing"

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) — The Chattanooga community came together Monday night to remember 22-year-old Jasmine Pace, who disappeared last month. Last Thursdsay, the remains of her body were discovered in the Tennessee River. A candlelight vigil was held at Coolidge Park to celebrate her life. Family, friends, and strangers alike gathered in the cold and rain to remember a life taken…

First Budgetel Eviction Hearing Held on Monday

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)-The first hearing in the Budgetel Eviction Case was held this afternoon at the Hamilton County Courthouse. This case is to determine whether or not District Attorney Coty Wamp’s Petition of a Nuisance will be upheld, permanently shutting down the Budgetel Inn and Suites Motel. The hearing was held In front of a packed gallery, mostly of those…

Real Fathers Real Men

CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)-Ten different Chattanooga programs are teaming up to help educate men how to be not only dads but fathers. One organization is Pain perseverance Character Hope. Another speaker is Founder of the Brave Effect Joe Jenkins who helps dads re-enter the family after serving time in jail or prison. Pursuit of Happiness CEO Michael Gordon says unity between…

Tyner rallied down 15 to win 2022 state title

CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- Josh Jackson has been incredible season long. Tyner has played great all season long. However, things went sideways for Tyner as Jackson threw two interceptions and were trailing 15-0 in the first quarter in the state title game. Tyner trailed by four at half and took its first lead in the game on the opening possession of…

Bradley Central Bearettes Take Down Cleveland 47-37

Cleveland, TN-(WDEF-TV) The Bradley Central girls basketball team won their first district game of the year on Friday beating rival Cleveland 47-37. Bradley Central was up ten going to the fourth quarter. Lady Raiders trimmed the lead to four before the Bearettes pulled away. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Bearettes, Bradley County, Cleveland, local sports

Outdoor Chattanooga renames building after former director

Philip Grymes remembered as good friend, called integral in Chattanooga's outdoor economy

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) — Philip Grymes, the former Director of Outdoor Chattanooga, was honored today by his friends, family and colleagues. The organization renamed its River Street building after him today. With numerous family members, former co-workers and three past and present Scenic City mayors in attendance, the community gathered to remember the impact Grymes left behind. “He reached and touched…

More To the Story with Staley: “Fries For School Supplies”

McDonald's stores contribute money from campaign to help buy school supplies for kids

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – It’s called McDonald’s “Fries For School Supplies.” For one week a year, local franchise owners and operators take the proceeds from a la carte french fry sales and donate the money to local schools. This year, the check for Hamilton County was worth over 42-hundred dollars. KRISSA BARCLAY, HAMILTON COUNTY SCHOOLS; “We are fortunate to have these…

TECH BYTE: Apple Music Announces Replay Experience

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Tis the season for listening to a lot of Christmas music. Apple’s making it easier for you to find those songs you have on repeat. Apple Music users can now take advantage of a new Replay experience. The tech company says it wanted to make the experience “more special, personal, and unique for subscribers.” They can…

Baylor Beats MBA 38-34 For First State Title in 49 Years

Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Baylor beat MBA 38-34 on Thursday night at Finley Stadium to capture their first state title since 1973. Red Raiders fell behind 21-7 in the first half before storming back to tie the game. Amari Jefferson scored on a 48-yard end-around to cut the lead to 21-14. Caleb Hampton answered with a touchdown run on the Red Raiders next…

The Day Gaylord Perry came to town to play the Lookouts

Hall of Fame pitcher dies at the age of 84

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – It is fitting that major league pitcher Gaylord Perry lived to a ripe old age. He died at his home in Gaffney, South Carolina Thursday at the age of 84. The legendary pitcher played 21 years in the majors for eight different teams, including a brief stint with the Atlanta Braves. He won two Cy Young awards…

Amount of Homeless Students on the Rise

  CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- It’s been two weeks since the evictions at the Budgetel Inn in East Ridge.But even before that event, homelessness among students in Hamilton County was on the rise. According to Duoloyi Ministries, it is believed that up to 1,400 students in the Hamilton County school system are in a homeless condition, and that number was taken…

Family says police have recovered Jasmine Pace’s body

UPDATE: Chattanooga Police officially confirm that Jasmine Pace’s body was recovered from the Tennessee River. They began searching the area at Suck Creek Road around 1:30 PM today. CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Friends and family of Jasmine Pace are saying that police have now recovered the body of the missing woman. Police shut down a section of Suck Creek Road this…

From The Archives: 1983 Holiday Shopping

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Christmas season shopping has changed a lot over the years. While you go to Amazon, your parents went to discount malls. For tonight’s Thursday Throwback, we take you back 39 years into our archive for the holiday shopping season. And we find out what little girls were wanting for Christmas in 1983 (a barbie dreamhouse).   Categories: Featured,…

Driving Our Economy Forward: Tennessee Aquarium

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — It brings jobs, plenty of tourists, and helps animals from the rivers and oceans. The Tennessee Aquarium is also big on educating both kids and adults alike on those sea creatures. The Aquarium talked to News 12 about how they’re driving our economy forward. “2022 has been a fantastic year for the Tennessee Aquarium, and it’s…