Two Story Bar Called ‘The Howl’ Highlights Upgrades at Red Wolves Stadium
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The Chattanooga Red Wolves open another season on Saturday as they host the Colorado Hailstorm. If you head out to CHI Memorial Stadium, you might notice more upgrades at the Wolf Den. Said Red Wolves General Manager Sean McDaniel:”I’ve often described what we do as live dinner theater.” And like a good theater production, season four of the Red…
Vols Kick Off Spring Practice With Deeper Roster
Tennessee racked up eleven wins on the gridiron last season for the first time since 2001. Has to give the guys some confidence, as they opened spring drills on Monday. But perhaps the biggest confidence boost, at least for head coach Coach Heupel, is a deeper roster. Said Heupel:”You walk out there. YOu can see the difference in depth really…
What’s Right With Our Schools: OLPH Robotics Team
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) – In just two short years, the Robotics team at OLPH is already making noise on the world stage! Those smart and capable students are shining example of what’s right with our schools. Don Jacobson is the coach. He says, ” We started Vex Robotics two years ago. We have three middle school teams, and this year…
Update to Regions Bank robbery, shooting
UPDATE: The Chattanooga Police Department issued a statement on why there is no imminent threat to the community: Some of you have asked why it has been stated there’s no threat to the community. In this instance, related to the bank robbery, we had no indications showing the gunman was still in the area or at large presenting an immediate…
Kelcurt Foundation plans to build 20 community gardens within 5 years
SODDY DAISY, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Kelcurt Foundation of Soddy Daisy is building a new way to give back to their community. Co-Founder, Curtis Cecil said that he and others in the community noticed a lack of healthy food in the area. Last year, they came up with the idea to build community gardens or hoop houses to supply Soddy…
Chemical reaction causes explosion in apartment building
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — A person spraying chemicals with no ventilation resulted in a small explosion at an apartment building on Monday. The Chattanooga Fire Department responded to the incident at 10:45 a.m. They said someone was working on a vacant apartment at the Marina Pointe Apartments on Lake Resort Drive. CFD said that person was resurfacing a bathtub. Courtesy:…
Bradley County marks Bearettes Day
High School team wins state championship again over the weekend
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) – This is Bearettes Day in Bradley County. The County Commission made it official this morning with a proclamation honoring the Bradley County women’s basketball team for winning another state title this weekend. They defeated Bartlett by nine points on Sunday. Bradley is no stranger to success. The Bearettes have more wins than any other school…
More to the Story with Staley: The Little Farmhouse
A look at the Creative Discovery Museum's newest exhibit
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Creative Discovery Museum is one of the “Crown Jewels” of downtown Chattanooga. It’s been here for some 25 years, always coming up with something new. It’s the newest permanent addition to the Creative Discovery Museum. The name says it all: The Little Farmhouse. Specifically designed for kids, ages five and under. It just opened less…
Ed Johnson Day of Remembrance hosted on Walnut St. Bridge
On Walnut Street bridge this evening, community members gathered in support of Ed Johnson Day of Remembrance.
CPD respond to a shooting off of E. 26th St.
Man suffers a non-fatal gunshot wound
Chattanooga Police respond to a shooting off of East 26th St., where police discovered a man who was suffering from a non-fatal gunshot wound.
Chattanooga police respond to shots fired on a passing vehicle
Police were alerted to multiple shots fired on a passing vehicle near 500 Derby Street.
Man jumps out of an ambulance and is hit by oncoming traffic on I-24
The victim was transported to a local hospital in critical condition
Chattanooga Police responded to a man who was hit while attempting to run across Interstate 24.
Drive Electric Scenic City spreads awareness about electric vehicles
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- In downtown Chattanooga at the “Bend,” Drive Electric Scenic City hosted an event called ” Cars and Coffee.” The event is used to spread awareness about electric vehicles while also giving car lovers a chance to show off their hot rides. D-E-C-S is a local group with the goal of getting 200,000 electric cars on the roads…
Farmers Markets make a return to Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA,Tenn. (WDEF) — It’s Farmers Market season in Chattanooga, and the River Market is in full swing this weekend! The markets grand opening of the year was March 11th and they will be open through October. Local vendors are glad to have these markets back and see their customers face-to-face. George Smith, “It’s really nice to get out in front…
Highway 58 Volunteer Fire Department fights 2-story house fire
Fire officials reported no one was home when the fire started, and the structure of the home was a "total loss."
On Saturday, March 18th, the Highway 58 Volunteer Fire Department responded to a 2-story house fire at 6:45p.m..
Bill would lower Tennessee’s age of criminal responsibility from 18 to 17
Hamilton Co. District Attorney in favor of the change
Hamilton County District Attorney, Coty Wamp, is actively supporting a bill that would lower the age of criminal responsibility in Tennessee from 18 to 17.
Rock the Riverfront kicks off their 31 day event
St. Patrick’s Day 2023 marks the opening day of Rock the Riverfront put on by River City company.
Blackburn Touts Rural Health Care Agenda
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn was in Chattanooga this morning. She met with Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp to tout new health care legislation. According to the USDA, one in five Americans live in a rural area. These areas have faced increasing access issues to healthcare as the cost of services increases. Congress is looking to give…
Chattanooga Police Department warns about drinking and driving on St. Patrick’s Day
The Chattanooga Police Department addresses St. Patrick’s Day drinking and driving and the dangers of hitting the roads.
TECH BYTE: App Helps Musicians Learn Favorite Songs
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Every musician loves playing songs by their favorite artist. But hunting down music and lessons online can be a big pain. One smartphone app is fixing that. Guitar players, rejoice! You can learn to play virtually any song you want with the Ultimate Guitar: Chords & Tabs app. This website and app is an entire library…
Volkswagen Academy Holds Open House
An apprentice works on his station at the Volkswagen Academy’s automotive center. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Volkswagen Academy held an open house event this evening. This school is located right next to the main Volkswagen Plant at Enterprise South. Students at Volkswagen Academy learn various skills that help them move on to a career with Volkswagen through an apprenticeship program. There…
Bluesky Institute Holds Future in STEM Event
Students at the Future of STEM event creating instruments that are hydro powered. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- 100 female Hamilton County High School students got a true hands-on experience thanks to the Bluesky Institute. Today they held their “Future of STEM” event at the Edney Innovation Center. Students got to create musician instruments, Fitbits, and other technological creations. Haley Wilson, the…
Tennessee Tech Band Bringing Back Color Guard
The 2013 iteration of the color guard for the Golden Eagle Marching Band. (Courtesy: Tennessee Tech University) COOKEVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF)- Tennessee Tech University in Cookeville is celebrating the return of a traditional part of their marching band. For the first time in a decade, the Golden Eagle Marchi ng Band will have a color guard marching alongside them. It had…