CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) – A local construction company owner is hitting the streets to find employees who are willing to work. Co-Owner of chattanooga roofing contractors, Scott Schrader can be seen on the corner of McCallie Avenue and Bailey Avenue with a cardboard sign begging people to work. Schrader says the construction business is constantly growing but the number of employees…
TUSCALOOSA, Alabama (WDEF) – The Alabama Department of Public Health has recruited one of the most recognizable faces in the state to pitch for Covid vaccines. A new PSA featuring Coach Nick Saban will begin airing and circulating this week. Coach Saban encourages people to get their vaccinations for that stadiums will be full again this fall. The 69 year…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) – CPD has announced the start of a new program that will assist drivers who are stopped for certain minor traffic violations. This new program is aimed at improving the relationship between the community and law enforcement agencies. Lights On! Is a micro grant program which allows officers to engage with drivers, assist with directing the source of…
Sometimes working out at home is extremely difficult, especially with kids around. A lot of times they just want to do it with you so why not get them involved? Here are four fun, easy moves that you can do with them inside or outside.
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The Boyd Buchanan soccer team won their Division 2-A state tournament opener 1-0 in overtime against Goodpasture. The winning goal came in the second ten minute overtime period. Off a free kick, the ball was headed in front of the net and Tyson Campbell booted it home for the game winner. Categories: Sports, Sports – Local Sports News, Sports…
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- Three telephone poles fell in East Lake Courts today including one that fell on a car a woman had just got out of according to neighbors Three telephone poles fell earlier today at East Lake Courts, the second one is being worked on by EPB will get to their involvement shortly but, the third telephone pole is…
Cleveland, TN-(WDEF-TV) Lee men’s golf is on a quest for its first national title down at the PGA National Resort in Palm Beach, Florida this week. The Flames have never been to the national tournament before. They won the regional title to get there. News 12’s Angela Moryan talks to the Flames about how special this history making season has…
Now, the Lafayette Housing Authority routinely sets up shop making it easier for locals to get all of their essential groceries for free without even leaving their car.
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) – The Urban League of Chattanooga and The American Job Center have teamed up to bring more than 400 job opportunities together under one roof in an effort to get Hamilton County residents back to work. This job fair comes just a week after Governor Bill Lee’s announcement that federally funded unemployment programs will be coming to…
Red Bank, TN-(WDEF) The Red Bank softball team won their region semifinal matchup against Sweetwater 4-3 on Monday at Red Bank high school. The Lions raced out to a 3-0 lead before Sweetwater got on the board with an RBI single from Mari Robbins. Red Bank added a run in the bottom of the 5th, and then Sweetwater scored two…
Chickamauga, GA-(WDEF-TV) The Gordon Lee baseball team is headed back to the state title game. The Trojans beat Ace Charter 15-6 on Monday in game three of their final four series. The Trojans will now face Metter for the Class A public school championship starting at 5pm on Friday in Savannah. Categories: Sports, Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Baseball,…
First responders searched for the largest bass to kick off National EMS week.
Collegedale’s commissioners have appointed a new City manager after a 3 to 2 vote.
OOLTEWAH, Tennessee (WDEF) – A Memorial Service will be held at 2 Friday afternoon for State Representative Mike Carter. It will be held at Ooltewah Baptist Church with Visitation starts at Noon. Carter passed away Saturday night. He was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer after dealing with COVID-19 in November. Carter represented Ooltewah and District 29 for 9 years, and played…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Four shots pierced the air on what was a peaceful evening in Coolidge Park last night, resulting in two people being injured – both men aged 21 and 31. The injuries were non-life threatening, but the incident has left the community shaken. News 12’s own Angela Moryan happened to be a witness to the incident. “I…
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) – Each year, the Tennessee Council for Social Studies recognizes a handful of exceptional teachers throughout the state. Tarah Kemp uses her culinary skills to bring her lessons to life at Dupont Elementary, feeding her students minds and bodies. Tarah describes herself as, “A passionate, fun, creative teacher who just absolutely wants to bring love for learning. I…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) – Hamilton County Schools has teamed up with the State Health Department to use a system to help track the Covid-19 vaccination rate for teachers and staff. “The Tennessee Department of health has a statewide database where all the vaccines that are administered in the state are recorded there. We proposed to them a data sharing agreement where…
McMinn Central head football coach Derrick Davis is stepping down to take an assistant’s job at Rhea County. According to Davis, he felt it was time to step back from all the responsibilities and long hours of being a head coach. Davis coached the Chargers for two seasons, and last November, McMinn Central beat Brainerd for their first region victory in…
Let’s look at how you can use tech to prepare for severe weather.
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- 7 weeks ago Wes Kean was in an off-road racing accident where he suffered second and third degree burns to 40 percent of his body. Since then, he has been in the burn center at Vanderbilt University. His family, friends and community came together today to raise money for his medical bills and celebrate his progress. Chris…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- One man was shot in what witnesses are calling a drive-by shooting at Coolidge Park tonight. Four gunshots rang out in the parking lot off River Street around 6:30. HAPPENING NOW: @ChattanoogaPD confirms one man has been shot at Coolidge Park. Reports say the victim was shot in the knee. He has been transported to the hospital….
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- 33-year-old Aaron Johnson was killed last night on Wheeler Avenue. Police say that when they arrived on scene, they found Johnson suffering from a gunshot wound. According to police, there is little information about the incident but detectives are pursuing all leads. If you have any information contact police or the Homicide Tip Line. Categories: Chattanooga, Crime,…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn.(WDEF)- Tennessee State Representative Mike Carter passed away last night after a battle with pancreatic Cancer. A family representative tweeted the news this morning. Mike lost his battle with Pancreatic Cancer late last night, surrounded by his family. We’ll miss him very much. We appreciate your prayers during this difficult time. — Mike Carter (@RepMikeCarter) May 16, 2021 He…
CHICKAMAUGA, Ga. (WDEF) — A late three runs from ACE Charter put the Gryphons over Gordon Lee in game one of the GHSA Class A-Public final four Saturday. The Trojans reset and forced a run-rule in game two, winning 10-0. Series-deciding game three will be played Monday at 5 p.m. at Gordon Lee. Categories: Sports, Sports – Local Sports News…