Four injured in Tyner Community Center Shooting

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – This afternoon, Chattanooga Police responded to reports of multiple people shot in the 6800 block of Ty Hi Drive. Four individuals were taken to the hospital by Hamilton County EMS after a class reunion gathering at the Tyner Community Center turned violent. One witness, Shannon, described the chaos that followed the sound of gunfire: “When I…

Lookouts Walk Off Rocket City 7-6 on Star Wars Night

Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The Chattanooga Lookouts scored a walk-off win over Rocket City on Friday, as they defeated the Trash Pandas 7-6 in 11 innings on Star Wars night at AT&T Field. Catcher Cade Hunter delivered the walk-off winning hit. Jay Allen II had a 3 run homer on the night to pace Chattanooga with those 3 RBI’s.   Categories: Sports –…

Operation Healthy Tennessee to provide no cost medical services in Rhea and Bledsoe Counties for over a week

RHEA COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)- Around 200 service members from across the country have descended on Rhea and Bledsoe Counties. This, to address a major community need while preparing for future duty. As we have reported in the past, health care access in rural areas can be challenging. That is why the National Guard is stepping up here at Rhea County…

First Responder Hero Award: Luke Meeks, Grundy County EMT

GRUNDY COUNTY, TN (WDEF) – News 12 continues to recognize some of the bravest members of our community through the “First Responder Hero Award”. This month’s nominee’s love for the EMT field was sparked when he saved his friend’s grandmother. Since then, he’s never looked back. Luke Meeks is an Advanced Emergency Medical Technician at Grundy County EMS. He explains,…

New Tech Brings Super Blockbusters to Life in Chattanooga

CHATTANOOGA, TN – This weeks Tech Byte is featuring the tech that brings summer blockbuster movies to the IMAX screen at the Tennessee Aquarium.  Alison Pryor and Corey Cobb were nice enough to give us a look at the tech that makes the magic happen, and seeing that Superman hits theaters this weekend I had to invite my friend Henry…

Lookouts Hammer the Trash Pandas 12-0

Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The Chattanooga Lookouts hammered Rocket City 12-0 on Thursday at AT&T Field. The Lookouts basically put the game away in the third inning when they scored 7 runs. Ruben Ibarra and Jay Allen II each had 3 RBI’s for Chattanooga. The Lookouts collected 17 hits in the victory. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Chattanooga Lookouts

Help Shape Chattanooga Zoo’s Future

 CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Chattanooga Zoo is planning for the future and they want your help. The Zoo is developing a new 10-year master plan and inviting the public to weigh in.  Chattanoogans can take a short online survey to share what new animals, themed sections, and experiences they’d like to see.  So far, nearly 600 people have already…

New Plate Drives Organ Awareness

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Tennessee drivers now have a new way to show their support for organ donation right on their license plate. Right now, more than 3,000 Tennesseans are waiting for a life-saving transplant, a number that grows every day. A new specialty plate featuring the Donate Life Tennessee logo is now available, thanks to recent action by the…

Killer Beaz coming to The Comedy Catch

Comedian Killer Beaz joins News 12’s Chip Chapman as he gets ready to take over The Comedy Catch again this weekend. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Beaz has been making people laugh since he was born, and is excited to share his talents with more of his ‘clean’ humor shows. The Grand Ole Opry veteran will be performing his 26th show…

CFC Women Receive Championship Trophy

Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Before practice Wednesday on Fort Finley, the CFC women were presented with the WPSL Southeast Conference champions trophy, which they won last week. The team wouldn’t mind adding to their hardware collection this weekend, as they play in the South Region playoffs starting on Saturday. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News

Citizen donates pet oxygen resuscitation kits following rescue of dog from house fire

Stacy Prater donating a pair of pet oxygen resuscitation kits to the Highway 58 Volunteer Fire Department. HARRISON, Tenn. (WDEF)- The worst fear of any pet owner is their best friend being stuck inside of a house fire. This worst case scenario happened to a Harrison family. Highway 58 volunteer firefighter Christian Lenz recalled, “I took the dog at that…

Goats Return to Island Duty

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The goats are back on Maclellan Island, and they’re already making a big impact. Five goats and one guard dog were brought to the island three weeks ago to help clear out overgrown vegetation.  A caretaker visits daily to feed them and check their health, and they have a secure enclosure in case of storms or…

Incline Railway Back On Track

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – A Chattanooga icon is making its long-awaited return.  The Lookout Mountain Incline Railway reopened this morning for a special preview ride, months after a fire brought operations to a halt. This morning, CARTA held a special pre-opening ride on the newly restored Incline Railway, months after the lookout mountain fire shut it down in December of…

All Gas No Brakes: Benefit for Khloie

COHUTTA, Ga. (WDEF) – A young girl’s strength is inspiring hearts across our region after surviving a devastating car crash that changed her life forever. On January 12, 2024, Khloie was severely injured in a weather-related crash in Whitfield County. Slick roads covered in snow and ice caused her vehicle to slide off the road, ending in a near-fatal wreck….

Beka Bohannon appointed next administrator of the Hamilton County Health Department

HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) —  Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp has appointed a new leader for the Hamilton County Health Department. Beka Bohannon was appointed by Mayor Wamp to be the next administrator of the Hamilton County Health and Social Services Division. Bohannon was already involved in the Hamilton County Government. She is currently the Director of Intergovernmental Affairs, and…

Hixson residents escape fire thanks to working smoke alarms

HIXSON, Tenn. (WDEF) – Hixson residents escape an overnight house fire when their working smoke alarms alerted them. At 3:42 A.M.,  Chattanooga Fire Department responded to a reported house fire on 6200 block of Wilder Road. Flames were found coming from the exterior of the home and near close proximity to where electricity was flowing into the home. Firefighters established…