Racial Equity Pledge in Chattanooga
The Chattanooga Chamber of Commerce created a pledge titled, ‘CEO’s for Racial Equity’.
Bradley School bus with students onboard hits a tree
CLEVELAND, Tennessee (WDEF) – The Tennessee Highway Patrol reports only minor injuries from a school bus crash this morning in Bradley County. It happened on Brymer Creek Road in the McDonald area. The bus was headed to Black Fox Elementary when it hit a tree. There were about 20 students on board. But no one was taken to the hospital….
Stud Reds Prospect Hunter Greene Shines in Chattanooga Lookouts Debut
(lookouts.com) Lookouts starting pitcher RHP Hunter Greene dazzled fans in his Double-A Debut. Greene only allowed one run in five innings and struck out eight. The former number two overall pick also threw over 100 MPH 37 times in his five innings of work. The 37 pitches over 100 MPH set a record for most 100 MPH pitches by a…
Heritage High Grad Cole Wilcox Makes Minor League Debut
Former Heritage High school standout Cole Wilcox made his minor league debut on Wednesday for the Charleston RiverDogs, which is the Class A affiliate of the Tampa Rays. The big right hander threw four scoreless innings, recording five strikeouts. Charleston won the game 8-2 over Myrtle Beach, but Wilcox did not get the victory. Categories: Sports, Sports – Local Sports…
Gordon Lee Baseball Sweeps Washington-Wilkes in State Playoffs
Chickamauga, GA-(WDEF-TV) The Gordon Lee baseball team advanced to the quarterfinals of the state playoffs on Wednesday after sweeping Washington-Wilkes 6-0 and 11-0. Brody Cobb had a two-run homer in game one to back a strong pitching performance from Jake Poindexter. Categories: Sports, Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Baseball, Gordon Lee High School, High School Baseball, Washington-Wilkes
Chattanooga clergy demanding DOJ investigation of HCSO
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – “There has not been any cooperation from the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office.” A Chattanooga clergy group says they’ve repeatedly been denied meetings with the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office regarding use of excessive force. Now they’re asking the Department of Justice to open an investigation. “This is just the final step that we feel needs to happen…
17 Hamilton County Schools Listed as ‘Trauma Informed’
For three years, three schools have been involved in the ‘trauma informed’ program in Hamilton County.
Going forward, 14 more schools will follow suit.
Increased hospitality and tourism hiring showing signs of economic recovery
More people in the Chattanooga area are being hired for jobs in the hospitality and tourism industry. News 12’s Brian Armstrong hears from a tourism expert with what the Tennessee Valley can expect.
Racial Equity Grant for Individual Artists in Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) – ArtsBuild is a local nonprofit organization that helps support artists in our area. The organization is announcing a Racial Equity Grant for Individual Artists program. The program renews grant-funded support for artists of color who identify as Black or African-American and are living and working in Hamilton County. Each year a different group will be prioritized for…
Can the Covid-19 vaccine affect a woman’s menstrual cycle?
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) – Anecdotal evidence from women around the country has led to questions about how COVID-19 vaccines may affect women’s menstrual cycles. One Chattanooga doctor says they have not seen any instances in this area but it is possible. “The Covid vaccine works by causing an inflammatory response or an autoimmune response to a little piece of the RNA….
Mom To Mom – Create Handmade Lilies for Mother’s Day
Here’s how to create a beautiful little bouquet of lilies that will definitely last a lot longer than the real thing.
Chattanooga Lookouts Season Opener Washed Out
(lookouts.com) CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. – The Chattanooga Lookouts have announced that Tuesday’s season opener at AT&T Field against the Rocket City Trash Pandas has been postponed due to rain and unplayable field conditions. Tickets are still available for Opening Day on Wednesday, May 5. Tuesday’s game will be made up Thursday at 5:15 p.m. as part of a doubleheader with gates…
Golden Apple: This was one of the toughest years ever for teaching
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – As the school years winds down, we take a look back at the remarkable job local teachers did navigating the pandemic. The challenges were historic, and as usual our educators came through with flying colors. Prepare to be inspired in tonight’s Golden Apple report. Categories: Education, Featured, Local News Tags: Golden Apple 2020-2021, Golden Apple Award
Questions arise regarding rising Hamilton County property values
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – It’s no secret that real estate in Hamilton County is booming. “There’s not a better time to ever sell your house and there’s not a worse time to try to find a house,” says local realtor and county commissioner, Greg Martin. Final property reappraisals were mailed out to property owners last month – they show a…
May the Fourth be with Tivoli
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee- A special treat for Star Wars fans as the Tivoli Theatre shows the original trilogy to celebrate May the fourth. Due to the covid-19 pandemic, the Tivoli Theatre is currently showing movies on the weekend. But for May the fourth, commonly referred to as Star Wars day, they also chose to show the first three movies at 1, 4,…
Chattanooga Lookouts return tonight after Covid Complications
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Angela Moryan talks to Lookouts President Rich Mozingo about the long awaited return of minor league baseball in Chattanooga. Angela: 21 months without a first pitch in this field. What word describes how much anticipation you have for Tuesday night’s game? Rich Mozingo: I think there’s a couple words. Relief is number one. The idea that we’re…
National Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month
Statewide, there was more than 26 hundred motorcycle crashes in 2020.
40,000 COVID-19 At-Home-Test Kits to be Distributed in Hamilton Co.
40,000 households in Chattanooga – Hamilton County will have the opportunity to receive a free test kit at home.
Senator Bill Hagerty tours the Chickamauga Lock Replacement Project
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) – Senator Bill Hagerty and the US Army corps of engineers toured the replacement project that’s currently underway at the Chickamauga Lock. Senator Bill Hagerty says this type of infrastructure project will have an immediate return investment for Tennessee taxpayers.” “Once this is done, it’s about $52.9 million of return investment every single year this project is put…
Surprise mom with a Mothers Day gift box that also supports local businesses
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) – Mother’s Day is this weekend and it’s time to start thinking about how you want to celebrate the mom in your life. One local gift shop is making the gift shopping easier by selling pre-made Mother’s Day gift boxes. Locals Only Gift Shop offers boxes that have a variety of different items inside-all made by local…
Silverdale Softball Rolls Past CCS 14-1
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The Silverdale softball team stayed red hot on the year Monday night beating CCS 14-1 at Chattanooga Christian. The Seahawks have now won 15 of their last 17 games. Categories: Sports, Sports – Local Sports News Tags: CCS, High School Softball, Silverdale Baptist Academy, Softball
Questions about the permit for the Zoi’s dock that collapsed
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Hamilton County Attorney Rheuben Taylor told News 12 that Zoi’s Restaurant, where a deck collapsed on Saturday, never got a permit to build it. News 12 also spoke with another local attorney about the legal ramifications of this, and how it could play into the investigations to follow. It was a horrifying scene at Zoi’s in…
What’s Right With Our Schools: Brandi Adam, Red Bank Elementary
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) – A Red Bank Elementary School Instructional Coach earns National Recognition as a 2021 Extraordinary Educator. Brandi Adam is one of just two teachers in the entire state to receive the honor. Brandi says, “I was very blessed to get the Extraordinary Educator from Curriculum Associates. They are the parent company that houses our program I-Ready that…
Local Pool Store Urging People Not to Panic Buy Chlorine Amidst a Shortage
It’s starting to feel like summer in the Tennessee Valley which means people are eager to get back into the pool. But what happens if there is a chlorine shortage? River City Pool and Spa Manager is urging people not to panic when they read articles about chlorine shortages. “Buy what you will need for this season, do not panic…