CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) — The Chattanooga City Council recently passed a moratorium on the acceptance of vacation rental applications for non-owner rental properties. The unanimous vote took place at Tuesday night’s meeting. This gives the council more time to review and develop additional regulations while addressing these property concerns in the city. While the council was in favor of the new…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) — In 1980, the Basilica of Saints Peter & Paul was listed on the National Register of Historic Places by the U.S. Department of the Interior. 42 years later, Fr. David Carter says the building’s interior is falling apart. “We have all of these communities that meet under one roof, but this roof needs some repair,” Carter said….
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Ten Chattanooga Mocs showed off in front of NFL scouts last week in hopes of earning a coveted spot in the pros. News 12’s Angela Moryan caught up with an Ooltewah native trying to make dreams come true. Said UTC defensive backs coach Camiron Smith: “Rashun is definitely one of the best athletes and brightest athletes that I’ve been…
CHICKAMAUGA , GA (WDEF) – First grade is big adjustment in a child’s life. The frivolity of kindergarten takes a back seat to more serious learning, but that doesn’t mean first grade can’t be fun. Oakwood Christian’s Janice McDaniel has poured her heart and soul into teaching for the past 25 years. Vicki Garner is the Pre-School and 1st Grade…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – The Russian escalation in Ukraine isn’t just something that’s worried all of Europe or the United States government. There are people right here in the Tennessee Valley and over the border in North Georgia that are taking up the effort to help rebuild the embattled country. And one local family needs your help to do it. The…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) — Last night, all three candidates for Hamilton County District Attorney made their case for election before a crowd of college students, attorneys, and members of the public. “I have been an attorney for a long, long time,” said Democratic candidate John Brooks. “I would like to hit the refresh button,” said Republican challenger Coty Wamp. “We have…
Weather in the ClassroomHIXSON, TN (WDEF): Meteorologist Bekah Birdsall went up the road in Hixson today for weather in the classroom. The third graders at Dupont elementary school have been learning about different types of weather and climate. They are about to study natural hazards and how it impacts humans and the environment. The students asked lots of questions about…
RINGGOLD, Georgia (WDEF) – This morning, a house caught fire in Catoosa County, Georgia. The fire took place in the 300 Stanley Drive in Ringgold around 9 a.m. The home was still burning when News 12 arrived on the scene at 10. First responders were unable to give comment on the fire, at that time. No injuries were reported, but a…
Spruce up your Easter Egg Hunt this year and get your kids to burn off a lot of extra energy doing “egg-ersizes”. Here’s how it works.
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) After trailing 1-0 at halftime, Dalton scored twice in the second half to beat Baylor 2-1 on Monday night at the Baylor school. Fabian Rodriguez and Fernando Guerrero scored the two goals for the Catamounts. For the Red Raiders it was their first loss of the season as they fall to 7-1. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News, Sports…
SOUTH PITTSBURG, Tenn. (WDEF) — Authorities say a 911 call was made around 8:30 a.m. central time Monday morning from Dragging Canoe Coffee Traders — a local favorite coffee shop. Marion County Sheriff Ronnie “Bo” Burnett said that business co-owners Kevin Hudson and Robert John Bateh got into “an altercation.” Shortly after, the situation “turned deadly.” “One employee was killed,…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – The term “urban chicken” is not a reference to a chicken sandwich at a fast food restaurant. It refers to raising chickens in a city. Chattanooga allows for urban chickens, but the city ordinance has one family crying foul. Now, both sides hope they can hatch out a compromise. Urban farming isn’t a new idea. It’s usually…
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) – When you look through a 4K microscope, the world racks into focus in a whole new way. Even the most ordinary things contain a treasure trove of information. Students at Stem School Chattanooga get a first hand look. Sam Tugman is a Senior at STEM School Chattanooga. He says, “4k class, at least to me,…
EAST RIDGE, Tennessee (WDEF) – When you cut a ribbon, it usually means you’re dedicating something. That’s what East Ridge City Mayor Brian Williams and a number of important people in East Ridge did Saturday morning. Honoring the new and improved Pioneer Frontier Playground! This little park was built back in 1994, and the city certainly made good use of it….
Dermatologist Dr. Pare discusses treatments for hyperhidrosis. Categories: Health Tags: Dermatology, Hyperhidrosis
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) — In 2007, a furniture store in Charleston, South Carolina, caught fire. In responding to the incident, nine firefighters lost their lives in what was the deadliest firefighter disaster since 9/11. Marine veteran Travis Howze was one of the firefighters who responded to the blaze, and the event changed him. “You’re having nightmares that are so bad —…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — We’re in the middle of Spring Break season! Whether you’ve already booked your trip, or you’re planning one for the summer, some smartphone apps can help keep you organized, and make your vacation even better. With temperatures warming up, it’s time to start planning your next vacation. The Tripadvisor app can help you with planning and…
COLLEGEDALE, Tennessee (WDEF)- “Basically, my kidneys don’t work and I need a new one,” said Moore. Tami Lloyd says her Seventeen-year-old son Cooper Moore has struggled since before birth with chronic kidney issues blocking his urinary system. “Over 17 years of time this condition causes kidney failure. The left kidney for Cooper does not function any longer, the right kidney…
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)-Dinosaurs have been extinct for millions of years, but they still capture our wild imaginations. It makes it all worth it when you see the community come out and such large numbers. “What’s your favorite one?” “These colors, I like it when it’s the color pink,” said Ella Tour manager Brian Galentine says it takes a lot of…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — From the Super Bowl to the Scenic City, former Chattanooga Moc and Notre Dame alum Kareem Orr is on his championship tour around the city after winning the Super Bowl with the Rams a couple months ago. Orr was the guest of honor at the Red Wolves home opener against Forward Madison Saturday. He got the…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (Press Release) – History was made at CHI Memorial Stadium Saturday as the Red Wolves recorded its first ever sellout, with 2,618 fans in attendance for the season-opening match against Forward Madison FC. The first half was a robust affair between the two sides as both looked to shake away the rust of the offseason and get control…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (UTC Athletics) – The Chattanooga Mocs’ softball team swept Saturday’s doubleheader over ETSU at Frost Stadium with a 5-4 win in game one followed by a 9-4 victory in game two. Game one went into extra innings after a seventh-inning comeback by Chattanooga. Emily Coltharp sent the Mocs fans into a frenzy with a walk-off RBI single up…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Chattanooga Christian needed nine to beat Boyd Buchanan in a Saturday afternoon rivalry match. CCS rallied to a 4-3 victory. Categories: Sports, Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Boyd Buchanan, Chattanooga Christian, High School Baseball
EAST RIDGE, Tennessee (WDEF)-Kids have a new place to play in East Ridge after the old wooden playground needed to be taken down. Back in 1994, the original wooden playground stood for kids to play. Now years later in the same spot a new metal and plastic playground stands in its place. The playground connects both with the old and…