CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) — Today marks the 81st anniversary of Pearl Harbor here in the United States — “a day that will live in infamy.” Retired Navy Capt. Mickey McCamish was born in 1942 — one year after the tragic events unfolded. McCamish says the impact of Pearl Harbor was felt deeply throughout his family, as his father served in the…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — More than 10,000 people work at Unum, headquartered right here in downtown Chattanooga. The multi-billion dollar insurance company also offers good salaries and benefits for those employees. Unum talked to News 12 about how they’re driving our economy forward. “At Unum, our purpose is helping the working world thrive throughout life’s moments,” said Holly Haynes, Assistant…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Erin Ryan and Carolyn Runyon work in the Special Collections Department at UTC. The department is home to a lot of old pictures. Old documents. Many deal with the labor history of Chattanooga. A good number have been digitized and are on line. But many are not. Ryan and Runyon needed help digitizing these gems. Preserving history…
Instead of those traditional mugs with hot chocolate or coffee in it, we like to get Christmas ornaments and throw all the yummy, delicious stuff inside.
ATLANTA, Georgia (WDEF) – In the end, the runoff vote was similar to the general election vote for the Georgia Senate race. Sen. Raphael Warnock narrowly defeated Republican challenger Herschel Walker. At points during the counting, both men swapped the lead, sometime with less than 2,000 votes difference. But in the end, Sen. Warnock finishes with over 51% of the…
(gomocs.com) CHATTANOOGA – The Chattanooga Mocs men’s basketball team posted its first wire-to-wire victory of the season after a dominating first half led to an 88-76 victory over Milwaukee in front of 2,658 fans inside McKenzie Arena on Tuesday night. Following the win, Chattanooga has won its last four and improves to 6-3 on the season. Milwaukee had its five-game…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) East Hamilton raced out to an 18-3 lead against CCS and never looked back in picking up a 77-59 victory over the Chargers. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: CCS, East Hamilton, Game, local sports Win, News
ATLANTA, Georgia (WDEF) – In a very tight race, Sen. Raphael Warnock has narrowly defeated Herschel Walker in Georgia’s Senate runoff on Tuesday. Both candidates swapped the lead throughout the night, with just a few thousand votes separating them at times. But with 95% of the vote counted, the Warnock lead grew to around 50,000 votes out of more than…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Country music artist Jay Allen is teaming up with Miller-Motte College in Chattanooga this Thursday night to raise money for the Tennessee Alzheimer’s Association. You might recognize Jay from the national TV singing competition, “The Voice.” He – along with Craig Hendricks and several other performers – will be putting on “A Concert to Remember” at…
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF) — For anyone looking to adopt a furry friend this holiday season, the city of East Ridge is making it much easier. Throughout the month of December, adoption fees are being waived entirely. The local shelter has been at full capacity since May and hopes the animals inside can find a new home for Christmas. East…
CATOOSA COUNTY, Georgia (WDEF) — Polls have just closed state-wide for the Georgia Senate runoff election between Incumbent Raphael Warnock and Challenger Herschel Walker. Voters in Georgia will not be the only ones anxious to see the results of tonight’s election, as the race has garnered national attention after neither candidate received at least 50 percent of votes needed to…
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….
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…
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…
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…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Tyner rolled over Central on Monday night winning 91-62. Nehemiah Bloodsaw paced the Rams attack with 23 points. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
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…
RINGGOLD, Ga. (WDEF)- In North Georgia, turnout has been very high for a runoff election. In Catoosa County, 11 thousand four hundred and 60 votes have been cast in early voting. Officials say that lines have been out the door and if there had been a normal three week voting period instead of just a single week of early voting, a…
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…
ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia swatted away the field goal attempt, the ball spinning to a stop at its 4-yard line. The LSU players trudged off the field, thinking the play was over. Christopher Smith knew better. He suddenly scooped it up and took off the other way, sprinting 96 yards for a touchdown that epitomized the Bulldogs program. They were…
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…
Cleveland, TN-(WDEF-TV) Cleveland’s Judah Sault scored a game high 22 points on Friday night as the Blue Raiders beat arch rival Bradley Central 57-46. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Bradley County, Cleveland, Game, Judah Sault, local sports, SCORE, Win
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
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Tyner coach Scott Chandler has the Rams in the 2A state title game tomorrow. Chandler is a long time coach, who has relished his opportunities in high school football. Scott Chandler knows winning is the name of the game for coaches, but impacting young lives is pretty cool as well. Said Chandler:”When I was in high school, I had…