CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – COVID-19 infection rates have reached an all time high in Hamilton County. Despite the surge, public schools are open with no virtual learning option and masks are not required. “We know what we’ve experienced the last two years, that there has been tremendous learning loss for a lot of students that haven’t been in the classroom,” says…
Fans of the late Betty White are organizing on social media to pay tribute to the actress. They are asking everyone to donate five dollars to an animal shelter or rescue of their choice in her name.
The USS Abraham Lincoln deployed this week from San Diego under the command of Capt. Amy Bauernschmidt, the first woman to lead a nuclear carrier in U.S. Navy history.
Red Bank, TN-(WDEF-TV) Baylor made the short drive to Red Bank High School on Tuesday and beat the Lions 66-49. The Red Raiders jumped out to a 20-3 lead and never looked back. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Basketball, Baylor School, High School Basketball, Red Bank High School
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) So how did the gifted 6’9 Silvio De Sousa come out of the transfer portal from blue blood Kansas to Chattanooga? Said head coach Lamont Paris:”Well it came down to us and Kansas out of high school. Nah. It didn’t. I’m really good friends with their coaching staff in particular one of their assistants. So when the time came,…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – The Consumer Price Index reports meat prices are up over 20 percent from a year ago. Food prices overall are up 6.4 percent. And the Chattanooga Area Food Bank says more people than ever need food assistance. “We’ve seen a spike in probably the last three months. We’ve had an increase in need. We’re still sitting at…
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) – Ryan Barton is a former Adventure Therapist. He traveled to some of the most remote spots on the globe before answering the call to become a teacher. His students at East Lake Elementary School are sure glad he did. Mr. Barton is creative, and he truly cares about their social and emotional learning. Melissa Coffelt is…
If you want to keep your kids on the good side all year, try keeping a warm & fuzzy jar. Here’s how it works.
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – A woman was taken to the hospital Tuesday morning following a house fire in the North Brainerd area. It happened around 7:30 AM in the 2500 block of Doolittle Street. Firefighters found flames and heavy smoke coming from the home when they arrived. They say they had a hard time controlling the fire inside because of an…
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF): Now that the cold temperatures are upon us, it’s important to remember about your pipes! The last thing anyone wants to deal with is frozen or broken water pipes during the winter. The Tennessee American Water is offering tips on how to prevent your pipes from freezing when the temperature is expected to be at or below…
WILDWOOD, Georgia (WDEF) – One person was shot Monday night by law enforcement in northwest Georgia. Dade County Sheriff Ray Cross says the incident happened at One 9 Fuel stop off I 59 at Wildwood exit around 7PM. He says the officers were actually out of DeKalb County, Alabama. Officers got a tip about a stolen vehicle. Deputies from both…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – While new Hamilton County COVID cases continue a slight decline following a pandemic all-time high last week, local hospitals report they are still seeing crowds. “So we had anticipated some increases just because of indoor gatherings, the holidays, traveling around, gathering perhaps with more people than we normally would when we’re being very cautious and not knowing…
A Nutritional Coach shows us a recipe for a yummy and healthy breakfast smoothie.
ROSSVILLE, GA (WDEF) – A College Education is getting more expensive every year. In Georgia, the REACH program combines local sponsors with state funds to give 8th graders a head start on their tuition. Denia Reese is the Superintendent for Catoosa County Public Schools. She explains,”The REACH Scholarship Program is funded by the Georgia finance commission. It was started by…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – In the Tennessee Valley, we saw an elevation snow overnight. While sleet, heavy rain and strong winds brought down power lines all over the area, the snow mainly affected the mountains around Chattanooga. Most of the road issues coming out from Walden Ridge and the Signal Mountain, Montlake, and Flat Top mountain were treacherous this morning. The…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — We made it to 2022, and a new year means a fresh start. That means breaking bad habits, and tech can help! Many people picked them up during the pandemic to deal with the stress – like drinking more, or overeating. Those habits don’t have to continue through the new year. If you’re looking to drink…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Mocs wrestler Brayden Palmer gave a new meaning to Chattanooga Strong in the Southern Scuffle this weekend. After losing in the opening match, the sophomore won six straight — three in overtime — to advance to Sunday’s medal round. Palmer wrestling Iowa’s Cullan Schriever in the 133-pound third place match. It was close. Palmer picked up…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – This is the week we usually spend reflecting back on the previous year. Ten years ago, it was obvious what was the biggest story of the year here in the Tennessee Valley… the tornado outbreak of April 27th. Of course, tornadoes are very timely right now. An EF-1 storm hit Rainsville Wednesday night, damaging buildings and knocking…
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tennessee (WDEF) – Health officials report another bad day for new Covid cases in Hamilton County. But not as bad as yesterday. The Health Department reports 727 new Covid cases for Thursday, which makes it the second worst day during the entire pandemic. The worst day was yesterday, with 948 new cases. And the 7 day moving average…
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- From Covid rates increasing to inflation pressures to new IRS rules, just about everyone is looking for any way to save money in the new year. “Take out a notecard, maybe a sticky note and simply write out your top three financial goals. They may be paying off $25,000 in credit card debt. It may be saved $10,000 for…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The McCallie basketball team knocked off Tyner 56-51 to win the Best of Preps Championship on Wednesday at East Hamilton high school. LFO won the girls title with a dominating 84-42 victory over Meigs Co. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Basketball, Best of Preps, East Hamilton High School, High School Basketball, Lakeview Fort Oglethorpe High School, McCallie…
SIGNAL MOUNTAIN, TN (WDEF) – “It’s a small community so word spread quickly,” says land owner and developer of Wild Ridge Jack Kruesi. Signal Mountain is known for being a safe and quiet family community. Sitting over a thousand feet above most city crime, a sleepy neighborhood in Signal Mountain is now the scene of a suspected murder. Signal Mountain…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – The “Snowy Owl” is a very rare bird. Certainly not a bird you’d see in Chattanooga. But one local photojournalist saw one. In her neighborhood and took pictures. Now, she’s doing all she can to spread her enjoyment of the natural world. And, the Snowy Owl! News 12’s Dave Staley is just the man to tell us…
A veteran who lost everything when a tornado touched down in Bowling Green, Kentucky earlier this month now has a car again.