Mom To Mom – Peanut Butter & Jelly Waffles
Give your kid’s peanut butter and jelly sandwich a makeover with this fun, easy way to spruce up their meals.
3 charged in auto break-ins that included burning one of them
LAFAYETTE, Georgia (WDEF) – Investigators charge three young men in north Georgia with vehicle break-ins and the arson of one of the vehicles. The crime spree happened overnight between March 7th and 8th. Authorities in Catoosa, Walker and Chickamauga investigated a series of auto burglaries that night. One of the cars was found burning the next morning…
Carrie Underwood Wins Two CMT Music Awards, Kane Brown Co-Hosts
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) — The fans have spoken. We now know which country artists they’ve picked to take home a CMT Music Award. The show aired on CBS Monday night for the first time. News 12 was there in Nashville for all of the excitement. Country music star Carrie Underwood will need an even bigger display case for all of…
Bradley Central Coach Jason Reuter Happy to See Rhyne Howard Go Number One in WNBA Draft
Cleveland, TN-(WDEF-TV) Bradley Central high school graduate Rhyne Howard went number one overall in the WNBA Draft on Monday. She was taken first overall by the Atlanta Dream. The Dream made a trade last week to acquire the top pick so they could take Howard. Howard played at the University of Kentucky, where she averaged 20 points a game over…
Chattanooga’s Jewish Cultural Center re-opens to growing community
Building recently completed interior renovations that began December 2021
After undergoing four months of interior renovations and a quiet past two years, Chattanooga’s Jewish Cultural Center opened again better than ever and ready to properly welcome back its community.
Gas station owner says consumers will drive down prices even lower
Despite price gouging by oil companies
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Since the Russian invasion of Ukraine over a month ago, Americans have seen a substantial rise in gas prices. Drivers here in the Tennessee Valley are no exception. However, prices at area pumps have been on a downward trend. According to Triple A, the average cost per gallon in the state is $3.89. That’s nearly 24 cents…
What’s Right With Our Schools: Hamilton Sing
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) – Hamilton County is large, diverse and packed with humanity. Music has a way of blending all those elements together. Hamilton Sings is a melodious example of what’s right with our schools. Emma Mullins is a teaches music at Red Bank Elementary. She exclaims, “We’re back, and we are making music again together, and it’s wonderful. I…
Living Well With Troy – The Importance of Wellness
A life coach talks about wellness; what it is and why it’s so important.
Sam Wolfe Explains the Connection between Rent Prices and Homelessness
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) — In Chattanooga, the past several years have seen an increase in homelessness as well as an increase in the average price of rent. According to Homelessness and Supportive Housing Director Sam Wolfe, these facts are related. “Numerous studies show a direct correlation between an increase in the cost of rent — and, more specifically, those who are…
Emily Cassulo previews tonight’s CMT Music Awards on CBS
She is in Nashville for the red carpet and back-stage interviews
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) — The CMT Music Awards are almost here, and you – the fans – get to choose who wins. This three-hour awards show is going to be action packed. We won’t just see who takes home a CMT trophy, but we get to enjoy great music from our favorite country stars, and even other genres. Performances will…
More To The Story: Vintage Baseball
Dave checks out the opening of the Vintage Baseball season on a chilly Saturday morning in Fort Oglethorpe
FORT OGLETHORPE, Georgia (WDEF) – 44 degrees Saturday morning. At the “Polo Field” in Fort Oglethorpe. But we have a group of “hearty souls.” They are here to play baseball. The old fashioned way! JOSH BLAIR, MOUNTAIN CITY CAPTAIN; “It is hard. But, we play through it all. Broken fingers, whatever. We’ll play through it. And we have a blast…
TECH BYTE: Samsung Announces Self-Repair Program
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — You can now be your own handyman – or handymandy – when it comes to your smartphone. Samsung has announced a new self-repair program, which launches this summer. There’s no reason to bring your phone to someone for repairs if you can fix it yourself. Samsung says it’s offering a new self-repair program to give customers…
Collegedale Police Easter Egg Hunt
COLLEGEDALE, Tennessee (WDEF)-Collegedale kicked off Easter celebrations a week early. The Collegedale police department had its Easter egg hunt. The event included candy, inflatables, snow cones, and of course Easter egg hunts. These types of events help create a connection between law enforcement and kids in the community. Categories: Hamilton County, Local News Tags: Collegedale Police Department, Easter, Easter Egg…
USA Patriots overcoming struggles
DALTON, Georgia (WDEF)- USA Patriots formally know as the wounded warriors amputee softball team flew in from all around the country to compete in the The Sgt. Chris McDonald Warrior Classic They also took time to help with kids struggling with disabilities. USA patriots are team of veterans with missing limbs due to combat injuries and play able body teams bringing…
Miracle League back after COVID-19 pause
DALTON, Georgia (WDEF)- The Miracle League is back on the diamond out in Dalton after missing the last two years due to the pandemic. The miracle league ball field had plenty of athletes competing. The West Side Miracle Field offers children and adults with mental and physical challenges an opportunity to play ball and it was a meaningful time for…
Lookouts Drop Season Opener 8-0 to Tennessee Smokies
The Chattanooga Lookouts dropped their season opener 8-0 to the Tennessee Smokies on Friday night on a cold evening for baseball in Sevierville, Tennessee. Chattanooga managed only three hits, and they suffered 14 strikeouts. Same two clubs battle again Saturday night before closing out the series on Sunday afternoon. Lookouts make their home debut on Tuesday at AT&T Field against…
Legend of ‘Mike Honcho’ Now Reaches Vols Football Team
The Tennessee Vols must find a new kick returner this year with the departure of Velus Jones. Special teams coach Mike Ekeler has just the man. And this guy seems to be making the rounds on Rocky Top. Said Ekeler:”We got several guys, and really one guy has started to step out a little bit and actually Coach ‘V’ over…
Lookouts Skipper Excited by Talent of Short Stop Matthew McClain
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The curtain goes up on the Chattanooga Lookouts season tonight. The Lookies are on the road against the Tennessee Smokies. So which Chattanooga player might we see shine under the bright lights this season. How bout short stop Matthew McClain. He was the Reds first round draft pick last summer, and Lookouts manager Jose Moreno is already singing his…
State representatives hold mental health discussion at Moccasin Bend
Local leaders eager for new mental health facility budgeted for $270 million
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) — Tennessee Department of Mental Health Commissioner Marie Williams said the impact of the coronavirus pandemic led to a 45% increase in mental health issues such as anxiety and depression throughout the state. With those numbers on the rise, the state believes it’s time to modernize its care at Moccasin Bend Mental Health Institute. Moccasin Bend serves mental…
Tennessee Music Pathways unveils marker for Bessie Smith
It will be located at the Cultural Center in Chattanooga named for the Empress of the Blues
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – The “Empress of the Blues,” Chattanooga’s very own Bessie Smith, received another honor. This one is a state honor. Smith became the newest honoree as part of the Tennessee Music Pathways. Smith’s music wasn’t just from the 1920’s and 30’s. She influenced jazz, R & B, and even hip-hop in the late 80’s to mid 90’s. Her granddaughter…
New Police Chief Sworn in for Chattanooga
Celeste Murphy touts a new community relationship for the department
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Melody Maddox: “You can’t serve the people if you don’t love the people. Chief Murphy loves her job, and she loves the people she serves. Law enforcement presents an opportunity to serve with honor.” Celeste Murphy plans to serve as Chattanooga’s police chief with more than just honor. She wants to serve as a police ambassador to the…
Volkswagen Adds 1,000 Jobs to Chattanooga Location
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) — This summer, Volkswagen is releasing the ID 4, it’s first electric SUV. For some, that means one more option in the electric automotive market, but, for Chattanoogans, that means 1,000 new jobs. “For that vehicle and the growth, due to customer demand, of our Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport, we’re adding a thousand new production positions to…
Chip’s Good Word: Making Hot Slaw
We get the secrets behind the Cleveland delicacy that has inspired this weekend's festival
CLEVELAND, Tennessee (WDEF) – Cleveland holds a new festival on Saturday dedicated to a local dish. The Hot Slaw festival honors the tradition of slaw with a peppy kick. The festival will test both the stomachs and kitchens of local residents. They will have a Hot Slaw dog eating contest to see how much fans can stomach….
More To The Story: Teaching our Teens to “Rise Up”
Dave Staley meets the mom behind the program to inspire local students
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Sandy Pricer is a busy woman! Sandy is a wife and mother. Mother of six kids. And she’s a working mother. You see, Sandy started the organization “Rise Up Cooperative” back in late 2020. During the dark days of the pandemic. The goal is to work with various groups and schools. Such as Notre Dame High School….
