TECH BYTE: Apps to Help You Save on Gas

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — We’re all feeling this pain at the pump right now. There are some smartphone apps that can help you navigate these high gas prices, and save some money. The GetUpside Cashback: Gas & Food app helps you save money, and earn some too! You can use it to earn cash back on gas, groceries, and at…

Christian Heritage comes up just short of region title

DALTON, Ga. (WDEF) — After a back-and-forth battle in the first half, North Cobb Christian found distance from Christian Heritage in the third quarter to take a substantial lead in the region finals game Saturday. Despite double-digit performances from Jax Abernathy (21), Braden Koneman (13) and Zundra Jackson (12), the Lions fell just short of a region championship, losing to…

Brooke Parrott throws fifth perfect game in Chattanooga history

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (UTC Athletics) – Brooke Parrott etched herself into the record books at Frost Stadium on Saturday afternoon against Radford. The junior starter tossed seven perfect innings en route to throwing the team’s first perfect game since 2002 and fifth ever in the history of Chattanooga Softball. The The Mocs defeated Radford 4-0 before falling in the final game…

Slow start haunts Mocs men in 80-75 Loss to VMI

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (UTC Athletics) — The Chattanooga Mocs men’s basketball team found themselves in an early hole for the second time this week and suffered an 80-75 loss to VMI in Southern Conference action on Saturday afternoon inside McKenzie Arena. Following the loss, Chattanooga falls to 22-8 overall, 12-4 in SoCon play, and is now just one came clear of…

Pursuit of Happiness spends night in Tent City to aid the homeless

CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- President and CEO of the Pursuit of Happiness Michael Gordon and Board Member Troy Rodgers braved the freezing temperatures last night and spent the night in tent city. “The freezing temperature. Not knowing where you’re going to use the restroom. Not being able to charge your phone. Sleeping on that hard concrete, the sounds, the security issues!…

McCallie’s Dr Pepper Classic Features Nation’s Top Ranked Team in Sunrise Christian

Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) McCallie’s Dr. Pepper Classic features the top ranked high school basketball team in America in Sunrise Christian Academy out of Kansas. The Buffaloes are ranked number one by USA Today, and they looked the part on Friday night beating Hamilton Heights 68-33. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Basketball, Dr. Pepper Classic, High School Basketball, McCallie School, Sunrise…

Red Bank Blasts Central 87-52 in District Semifinals

Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The Red Bank boys basketball team defeated Central 87-52 in the semifinals of their district tournament on Friday at East Hamilton High School.  Haden Spurgeon led the Lions with 29 points. Red Bank will now face East Hamilt on in the district finals. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Basketball, Chattanooga Central, High School Basketball, Red Bank High…

Northwest Whitfield Girls Claim Region Title While the Guys Fall Just Short

Tunnel Hill, GA-(WDEF-TV) The Northwest Whitfield girls won their region tournament championship game on Friday at NW Whitfield High School. The Bruins defeated Pickens 36-25, snapping their 21 game winning streak. The Bruins boys basketball team lost in the region finals to Central-Carrollton 61-58. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Basketball, High School Basketball, Northwest Whitfield High School

Public Defender on Inmate Stabbings, Hopes Sheriff Will Bring Change

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – News 12 receives multiple calls a month on our tipline from family members of inmates who say their relative has been assaulted at Silverdale Detention Center. “When we see crime happen, the public looks to the criminal justice systems as if it’s responsible for it when in fact we’re at the tail end of it,” says Hamilton…

Con Nooga returns to Chattanooga Convention Center

Sci-Fi, Anime Convention hosts hundreds of pop culture enthusiasts

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) — Chattanooga became Con Nooga once again, as hundreds of friends and families gathered inside to enjoy a day ripe with numerous events, amazing cosplays and most of all, fun. Kent Keleman Jr., a fan of the convention, was glad to be back. “Everybody’s so welcoming,” Keleman Jr. said. “You see so many different costumes and you see…

Musical Director Terminated at NDHS over Same-Sex Marriage

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Last December, John McCecil was given a reference to Notre Dame High School to direct the musical, “Godspell.” Only a month into working on the play, he received a phone call from School President Kyle Schmitt. “He said that I was in a same-sex marriage. That goes against the Catholic teaching that marriage is to be only…

Chattanooga Launches Program to Automatically Reroute Traffic Around Hamill Road Railroad Crossing

CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- Chattanooga will begin to automatically reroute emergency services and commenter traffic when a train is present at a Hixson railroad crossing. “It’s going to be an interconnected signaling device where the lights will be flashing when the train occupies the crossing and that way people will understand not to take that particular route,” said Robin Smith, Tennessee…

More To The Story: The Teen filmmaker

Dave Staley meets 17 year old Jacob Poag

DALTON, Georgia (WDEF) – STEP Studio in Dalton is getting ready to premiere its first ever piece of work. STEP stands for students,team, entertainment and production. Jacob Poag is the president, a 17 year old junior at Christian Heritage School. Noah Crump is the head editor, a 17 year old senior at Coahulla Creek. They’ll be showcasing a documentary called “Dalton:…

Ooltewah HS parents, students protest decision to cut IB program at school board meeting

Hamilton County School Board Chair calls decision 'a limit' to furthering student education

The tagline for the Hamilton County School District is “experience the future without limits.” One group of students at Ooltewah High School say the removal of the school’s international baccalaureate program goes against that mantra. Take a good look at this sign. It’s probably the last time you will see those words on the marquee. This past Friday, an email…

Spartans Edge Chattanooga 73-70 on Last Second Three Pointer

(gomocs.com) CHATTANOOGA (February 17) — After a ferocious comeback effort over the final four minutes, the Chattanooga Mocs men’s basketball suffered a 73-70 loss after Kobe Langley nailed a game-winning three with 3.0 seconds left to lift UNCG to victory in Southern Conference action on Thursday night inside McKenzie Arena. Following the loss, Chattanooga falls to 22-6 overall this season…

Northwest Whitfield Sends Two Teams Into Region Finals

Tunnel Hill, GA-(WDEF-TV) Both the Northwest Whitfield girls and boys basketball teams won their region tournament semifinal games on Thursday. The girls knocked off Heritage 39-32. The Bruins boys basketball team defeated Southeast Whitfield  76-48. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Basketball, High School Basketball, Northwest Whitfield High School

Beer Board suspends Blue Light club again

Police have complained about crime associated with the bar, owner Brian Joyce says he'll win in court

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – The Chattanooga beer board is suspending one bar’s beer license for four weeks. Blue Light club Owner Brian Joyce says he’s being unfairly targeted for playing hip hop music and having a diverse clientele. But The beer board says he’s not addressing security issues. The recent violations stem from an incident in January, where three women claim…

Sand Mountain wildfire now under control

Alabama hoping for reprieve from hundreds of fires this week

DADE COUNTY, Georgia (WDEF) – A wildfire in Dade County is fully contained but not before it destroyed 136 acres, according to forest firefighters. Georgia Forestry says the fire started yesterday afternoon around 5. Investigators suspect arson. Georgia Forestry has created a barrier around the entire perimeter using bulldozers and assistance from ten rangers. “We’re here putting in lines on…

Bethlehem Center Celebrates Black History, Raises Money for Youth

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – February is Black history Month, and Chattanooga’s Bethlehem Center celebrated the month today by partnering with Lil’ Mama’s Chicago Style Hoagie restaurant. “We’re so excited to be here, today, as we honor Black history month, as we honor the contributions that have been made. Lil’ Mama’s being so generous with their support of the Bethlehem Center, the…