A 5th grader puts the East Brainerd Elementary tornado disaster into poetry
“EBE: Education Before Everything”
Law Enforcement Memorial goes on despite Covid-19 restrictions
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Every year at this time, the law enforcement community gathers to remember fallen officers during National Police Week. But this year was different. Instead of the rows of officers, just Hamilton County Sheriff Jim Hammond and Chattanooga Police Chief David Roddy saluted the memorial downtown. This year, the ceremony was recorded. But our camera was also there…
Hot Country Knights cash in on ’90s nostalgia
songs about patriotism, trucks, mullets
Thank you for all the kind words about John Mercer
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – We are grateful for all the calls, messages and posts about John Mercer today. We also are sure your tributes are very comforting for his family. You can find many on the News 12 Now Twitter and Facebook accounts. But we do want to share a few of them from former co-workers, media types and viewers: _____…
Governor’s Executive Order could allow Health Department to overrule Mayor Berke
But none of the parties involved in the decision have raised this as a possibility
Hooked On Science – Capture Your Shadow
Did you know you can capture your very own shadow? It’s an amazing science experiment you are going to want to try at home.
Rolling Stones release a song that ‘resonates’ these days
The Rolling Stones have unveiled a new song the band thinks is perfect for these coronavirus times.
Mayor Jim Coppinger says Hamilton County will start reopening process
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn (WDEF) – Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced some businesses could start opening as soon as Monday with the majority of businesses opening by the end of the month. “It is our firm intent that by May first, the end of next week, the vast majority of closed businesses in 89 Tennessee counties will be allowed to reopen….
News 12 Then: The last Easter weekend tornado in 1997
Watch our special report on the 1997 March 29th tornado that hit the same areas of East Brainerd
Hooked On Science – Watch A Chocolate Bunny Explode
Watch the video as Jason Lindsey takes a chocolate bunny and makes it explode.
Latest: Convention Center Change & 9 deaths
Hamilton County changing where the overflow facility will be and addresses the high number of Covid-19 related deaths here.
Gov. Kemp issues his stay at home order for Georgia
Watch the Governor’s presentation plus details on what it does and does not do.
Health officials say we aren’t social distancing enough as cases rise
Two more positive cases today, one more death.
The story behind “A Mother’s Desperate Prayer”
Watch our interview with Brendalyn Shropshire and watch her humorous prayer that is a viral sensation.
How Tuesday’s Coronavirus stimulus will affect local business
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — In response to the increasing economic uncertainties, President Donald Trump and Congress have been working together to pass emergency legislation. The most recent bill attempts to alleviate work pressures and testing troubles. “We are in uncharted waters, but we are rowing in the right direction,” Rep. Chuck Fleischmann (R, Tenn) said. Wednesday night, President Trump signed…
Hixson Elementary School PE teacher creates workout videos
A physical education teacher at Hixson Elementary School is coming up with a creative way to make sure kids stay active while school is out.
Zoos are live-streaming animals to ease coronavirus isolation
As schools, restaurants, stores, entertainment venues and other public spaces close to prevent the spread of coronavirus, zoos and aquariums are no exception — but life still finds a way. To help relieve the stress, boredom and loneliness that come with self-isolation, zookeepers across the U.S. are live-streaming animals for people to enjoy from the comfort of their own homes….
Stars streaming at-home concerts during coronavirus
Millions of Americans are self-isolating right now — including music stars. Several artists have live-streamed mini performances on social media, giving people who are currently holed up at home some live entertainment, just from a distance. On Monday, Global Citizen, an organization that focuses on combating global poverty, announced its “At Home Together” series. The organization, which holds an annual…
Governors closing schools in Georgia & Tennessee
ATLANTA, Georgia (WDEF) – Monday evening, Governor Brian Kemp signed an executive order to close all public schools in Georgia from Wednesday through the rest of the month. The order affects schools that had only committed to one week so far. “To keep our students, teachers, and administrators safe and mitigate the spread of COVID-19, I am ordering the closure…
Lauren Alaina releases new music on Getting Good
“These songs are my heartbreaks, my inspiration, new love and loss.”
MAGIC BEHIND THE MOCS [PART 3]: Forward Stefan Kenic
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Chattanooga Mocs are headed to the Southern Conference tournament as the sixth seed, finishing the season with a 10-8 record. The Mocs’ success this year has been in large part thanks to some big new additions to the roster. News 12’s Angela Moryan sat down with forward Stefan Kenic to see how he’s fitting in…
MAGIC BEHIND THE MOCS [PART 2]: Forward Ramon Vila
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Chattanooga Mocs are headed to the Southern Conference tournament as the sixth seed, finishing the season with a 10-8 record. The Mocs’ success this year has been in large part thanks to some big new additions to the roster. News 12’s Angela Moryan sat down with forward Ramon Vila to see how the team has…
MAGIC BEHIND THE MOCS [PART 1]: Forward Matt Ryan
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Chattanooga Mocs are headed to the Southern Conference tournament as the sixth seed, finishing the season with a 10-8 record. The Mocs’ success this year has been in large part thanks to some big new additions to the roster. News 12’s Angela Moryan sat down with forward Matt Ryan to see how his journey from…
CFC draws with Oakland in first pro match
The first professional match in Chattanooga FC history is in the books and CFC brings home a point, earning a draw against Oakland Roots in Oakland, CA.
