HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) — The BA.5 variant is now the most dominant strain of COVID-19 in the country. Its transmission level is high in Hamilton County, according to the CDC. Erlanger’s Dr. Jay Sizemore says there has been a “slight uptick” in hospitalizations over the past few weeks compared to April’s COVID numbers, although they aren’t as high as…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) — Local McDonald’s owner-operators presented a check for nearly $17,000 Wednesday morning to Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Chattanooga. That money was raised from the Happy Meals for the House Fundraiser, which took 10% of sales from Happy Meals at local McDonald’s restaurants. It was the first year for the fundraiser. “The House is important because it…
CLEVELAND, Tenn. — In January, the U-S Department of Transportation acknowledged a nationwide shortage of bus drivers. As the fall semester approaches, Cleveland City Schools are still in need of more drivers. “We’re looking for about eight, altogether, bus drivers that, you know, we’ll even train if we have to, because right now it’s such a shortage of drivers across…
CLEVELAND, Tennessee (WDEF) – For the second year in a row, the Cleveland-based “Foundation House” is holding its “Christmas In July” celebration! Foundation House is an organization that provides assistance to mothers or pregnant women who are struggling with homelessness, joblessness or addiction. The business also serves the public with its two gift shops in downtown Cleveland. Lots of holiday decorations…
NASHVILLE (WDEF) – There was no overall winner of the Mega Millions lottery drawing last night, so the pot climbs to $630 million for Friday. That makes it 27 drawings in a row without a jackpot winner. This will be the fifth time that Mega Millions has gone over the $600 million mark in its 20 year history. But we…
Ooltewah won only two games last season, yet they still made the playoffs. While the Owls would love to duplicate a trip to the playoffs this year, they prefer to enjoy several more victories along the way.. News 12’s Brian Armstrong gives Ooltewah the 30-in-30 treatment. <Goose Manning is returning for his second season in Charge of Ooltewah. He says…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) — A national nonprofit has returned to Chattanooga for its nineteenth summer and is taking care of residents in need. World Changers will be in action until Saturday, July 23 and provides high school students with the opportunity to learn “what serving others really means.” World Changers was founded back in 1990 and provides student volunteers the opportunity…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) — The U.S. Coast Guard is conducting a week long-scale drill this week on the Tennessee River The maritime drill involves joint training with local law enforcement and fire rescue personnel. Lindsey Rogers of the Chattanooga Fire Department says operations, so far, have been successful. “What it simulated was a passenger vessel, almost like a riverboat, that started…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Volkswagen’s Board of Directors came to Chattanooga today to get a first hand look at what’s new here. They officially created the new Scout line and names Scott Keogh as President and CEO. The Scout brand will be a new, independent company from Volkswagen. They will make an all-electric pickup for the U.S. market. The Board…
We have an ice cream party hack to make your life easier. We know that party planning for kids can be extra stressful, so being prepared is definitely a win. So today, we have an ice cream party hack that’s going to help change your life for the better. Basically, what you want to do is scoop that ice cream…
Baylor gets the 30-in-30 spotlight. The Red Raiders went to the college ranks for their new head coach in Erik Kimrey. But as News 12’s Brian Armstrong reports, Kimrey’s high school coaching record is pretty incredible. Baylor High School football is going to look a lot different this season. With New head coach Erik Kimrey. The former South Carolina t…
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) — Recent comments by Hillsdale College President Larry Arnn concerning teachers’ intelligence have sparked national controversy. Earlier this month, Arnn claimed that teachers “are trained in the dumbest parts of the dumbest colleges.” This put Tennessee Governor Bill Lee in the hot seat with some on the board for failing to rebuke his comments. On Thursday,…
Coaching quotes have been apart of sports for years. Heck, it’s practically the back-bone of the TV show Ted Lasso. The soccer coach is a walking quote machine. Such as… “I do love a locker room. I smell potential”. Or.. “I love meeting people’s moms. It’s like reading an instructional manual as to why they’re nuts.” So are local high…
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) – At its most pure, technology should be used to improve our lives. To that end, UTC’s College of Engineering and Computer Science hosts a Technology Symposium. Bright local minds coming up with innovative solutions are a perfect exampled of What’s Right With Our Schools. Dr. Daniel Pack is the Dean of the College and Engineering and…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) — In 2018, a man was killed in a a head on collision with a vehicle driving the wrong way on Highway one eleven in Soddy Daisy. As a result, Sherry Brumlow lost a son and Makisha Gorbski lost a brother. According the victim’s family, the Hamilton County District Attorney’s office has been handling the case for the…
RINGGOLD (WDEF) – Rock star Sammy Hagar once sang “I Can’t Drive 55.” He wrote that song in 1984 after getting a ticket in upstate New York for driving 62 miles an hour in a 55 zone. It’s almost 40 years later, and the speed limit in Tennessee and Georgia jumped to 70. This summer, police this summer are going…
EAST RIDGE, Tennessee (WDEF) – It’s a hot, humid, sticky Sunday morning at Camp Jordan in East Ridge. The soccer complex is packed. Packed with older people. Men and woman. Players and fans. Many are senior citizens. From coast to coast. What is going on here??? ED PUCCINELLI, TEAM CAPTAIN / 76 YEARS OLD; “Simple. It’s fun. It’s fun. It’s fun….
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Summer means it’s time for a trip to your favorite theme parks! There are some smartphone apps you’ll want to download before you visit them. There’s already good news for Disney park goers this summer. The company announced it’s enhancing its My Disney Experience and Disneyland apps with a much needed car locator feature. How many…
RINGGOLD, Georgia (WDEF)- “June stuff is over in July feels like the official start of football so it’s good to be out here and ready to go,” said Coach EJ Slaughter. The Heritage Generals are returning 18 seniors this season. “Probably the best thing is there’s so much cognitive carryover from the previous year we’re way ahead of anything we’ve…
Lafayette, Georgia (WDEF)-Lafayette just missed the playoffs last year. Close losses is something coach Scott said plagued them last year. Lafayette moves into a new region this year and he expects players like Dawson Pendergrass and Austin Tucker to thrive. Last year’s Quarterback Zach Barrett had shoulder surgery and should be back in time but other players have stepped up….
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- CHI Memorial stadium was a power house for the Red Wolves last season. This season it hasn’t been the same. With the season halfway gone, a challenge was issues to take advantage of the hometown crowd. Boy did it, as the Red Wolves came out firing creating multiple chances early and beat North Carolina 2-1. Categories: Sports…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Seven years ago today, five servicemen in Chattanooga were gunned down in a case of domestic terrorism. Their names are Sergeant Carson Allen Louis Holmquist (USMC), Logistics Specialist Second Class Randall Scott Smith (NAVY), Staff Sergeant David Allen Wyatt (USMC), Lance Corporal Squire Kimpton Paul “Skip” Wells (USMC), and Gunnery Sergeant Thomas Joseph Sullivan (USMC). The city…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) They’ve got one of the best high school nicknames, and they’ve got the 30-in-30 spotlight. We’re talking about the Central Purple Pounders. After a run to the playoffs last year, the Purple Pounders want to raise the bar even higher this fall. Central coach Curt Jones is always pacing with that white towel. He’s determined to take this program…
Rising Fawn, GA-(WDEF-TV) The scenic 18th hole at McLemore has been rated one of the best finishing holes in golf. Now the club is adding even more scenic holes, as construction has started on a brand new 18 hole course. It’s pretty easy taking in the views of the 18th hole at the McLemore and the land it sits on….