Meigs Co Overpowers Brainerd 65-6
Decatur, TN-(WDEF-TV) Meigs Co scored 50 points in the first half alone on their way to a 65-6 home win over Brainerd on Thursday night. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
The Keep Golf Course Opens at the McLemore Resort
Rising Fawn, GA-(WDEF-TV) The new golf course at the McLemore resort has just opened. It’s called the Keep. Maybe because you keep staring at the stunning mountain top views. Head golf pro Doug Amor and Vice President of Sales for the resort Craig Falanga give us a tour. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
Hamilton County Schools Enforce Phone Ban
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Hamilton County School Board has rolled out a “bell-to-bell” cell phone ban in classrooms across the district. The updated policy is designed to reduce distractions, improve academic outcomes, and encourage more face-to-face interaction among students. This move follows months of discussion and community input. School leaders began reviewing cell phone use earlier this year after…
Medal of Honor events to continue through the weekend
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) — The National Medal of Honor Heritage Center partnered with the Chattanooga Area Food Bank and Blood Assurance to host a Community Outreach Event on Thursday. Anyone who donated blood or donated to the food bank received a special Challenge Coin and an opportunity to shake hands with one of the Medal of Honor recipients in attendance….
Talented Bears Defensive Lineman AJ Westfield Brings Unique Twist to Bradley Central-Cleveland Rivalry
Cleveland, TN-(WDEF-TV) When Bradley Central and Cleveland renew their rivalry on Friday, Bears senior defensive lineman A J Westfield will likely be the best player on the field. Not surprisingly, the Tulane commit has already left his mark on this rivalry. But he did it playing for Cleveland. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
Local Actor Turns Pain into Purpose
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Following Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, one Chattanooga man is carrying the message of hope forward. Lorenzo James Darden Jr. is a two-time suicide survivor, actor, and mental health advocate. Known for his appearances on Oxygen, TV One, Prime Video, and Tubi, Darden’s most impactful role might be the one he’s playing off-screen, helping others realize they…
UTC Markets Highlight Campus Community
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Fresh Produce and Student Creativity Shine at UTC Markets UTC students and staff got a double dose of community and creativity today as two campus markets took place. Scrappy’s Market, UTC’s free bi-weekly produce event, returned to Vine Street with fresh fruits and vegetables available to students, faculty, and staff. The initiative helps support healthy living…
Student group to protest anti-DEI law implementation at UTC
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A group of UTC students say they are furious with recent changes due to new state legislation. Last week, UTC Chancellor Dr. Lori Bruce announced a series of changes on UTC’s campus due to a series of anti-DEI laws. She said there are going to be four different offices that are going to be closing in order…
Hamilton County Schools to send out Request for Proposal for new mental health provider
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Hamilton County Schools says they are beginning the process of reintroducing mental health services inside schools. They are sending out a request for proposal later this week. This requires potential partners to submit how they would conduct services and a list of qualifications. Once vetted by administrators, they would send them to the school board for approval…
Fire chiefs to meet with Hamilton County attorney over Hazmat resolution
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- An issue over what is classified as the county’s fire department is being looked into by the Hamilton County Commission. There was supposed to be a resolution voted on Wednesday that would have designated the Hamilton County Hazmat Team as the official fire department for the county. However, there have been concerns raised by fire chiefs of…
County to apply for Rails to Trails grant
SODDY-DAISY, Tenn. (WDEF)- A potential future trail in Soddy-Daisy received a positive vote Wednesday. The Hamilton County Commission approved the county’s park department to apply for a grant to pay for the Rails to Trails Project. It would create a trail on the unused railroad tracks along Sequoyah Access Road. The project would cost roughly 8 million dollars to complete,…
La Paz program helps students get jobs
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — A local organization is helping members of the Hispanic community reach success. La Paz is a local advocacy group for the Latino Community. They’re launching a new program that helps people through college and into the workforce. This is in partnership with local businesses who are helping to train these students. Lily Sanchez, Director of Communications…
Government shutdown could have local impact
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Government shut down at midnight Tuesday. That means many federal agencies could see an impact in funding and staffing. At point park on Lookout mountain, we saw locked gates and no rangers to be found. That didn’t stop some people from finding a way inside. Federal court dates, passport processing, and other services could see…
‘brown girls can: THE FESTIVAL’ brings inspirational and fun events to women of color
Rebecca Love, Cheri Hudgins, and Latoia Smith join News 12’s Amelia Greer to preview some of the special events coming up with ‘brown girls can: THE FESTIVAL.’ CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – “brown girls can: THE FESTIVAL’ is about to take the beginning of October by storm with a collection of events that will inspire women and cultivate new crafts. Ladies…
Baylor Beats GPS 3-1 in Front of Packed House
Chattanooga-(WDEF) Huge overflow crowd at GPS saw another dynamic match between rivals Baylor and GPS on Tuesday. The Red Raiders won the first two sets, and then the Bruisers claimed the third set. Baylor posted a victory in the fourth set to pull out a 3-1 win. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
Two dead in Lookout Mountain hang gliding tragedy
LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN, Ga. (WDEF) – Lookout Mountain Flight Park, a destination for gliders from across the world, turned into the scene of a heartbreaking accident today. Two experienced hang gliders were killed after a tandem jump went tragically wrong. News 12’s Lillian Yi spoke with Alex Case, director of Dade County Emergency Services, who recounted the difficult day. Case explained,…
Haddon Fries All Around Playmaker For Ringgold
Ringgold, GA-(WDEF-TV) When Austin Crisp arrived a few years ago as the new Ringgold head coach, he saw sophomore Haddon Fries (Freeze) as a special player and future leader of the tigers. News 12’s Brian Armstrong gives us a special look at how Haddon grew into the playmaker Coach Crisp needed for Ringgold. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
Medal of Honor Train Reenactment
RINGGOLD, GA. (WDEF) – The Great Locomotive Chase rolled into Ringgold today, marking the start of the 2025 Medal of Honor Celebration. Nearly 20 Medal of Honor Recipients and invited guests retraced the daring April 1862 Andrews’ Raid, boarding a CSX train in Atlanta and traveling along the original Western & Atlantic Railroad line to Ringgold, Georgia. The chase originally…
The Tennessee Aquarium Splashes into ODDtober Fun
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Tennessee Aquarium officially launched ODDtober today with a splash of seasonal fun. At 11 a.m., two costumed SCUBA divers descended into the River Journey exhibit to carve pumpkins underwater, turning ordinary gourds into glowing jack-o’-lanterns right beside Paddlefish, Lake Sturgeon, Sunfish, and other river creatures. The unusual demonstration, a mix of Halloween tradition and aquatic…
Golden Apple Award: Jennifer Miles, CSLA
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) – A solid background in computer science can set to the tone for a successful career. Jennifer Miles has a gift for teaching that, sometimes difficult, subject to her students at Chattanooga School for the Liberal Arts. For putting kindness in every keystroke Mrs. Miles earned tonight’s Golden Apple Award. Dr. Mary Katherine Gatlin is the…
TIF District to upgrade Northgate Mall infrastructure proposed
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- When it was developed in 1968, Northgate Mall was the economic center of Hixson. One customer, Doug McDougal, said he was around for the mall’s early days, working in various stores in the 1970s. He described, “We had locals that came out here, and opened their stores, even from the other side of the river, we had…
Chattanooga Family Justice Center hosts community Fall Festival
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – With spooky season just around the corner, the Chattanooga community is preparing for an evening filled with fun, connection, and plenty of candy. The Family Justice Center will host its fall festival on October 25th from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at 5704 Marlin Road. The event promises something for everyone. Families can enjoy local food trucks,…
Health professional advocates for clarity amid Tylenol discussion
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – President Donald Trump’s recent statement, “Don’t take Tylenol” has sparked national debate this week. The comment comes as renewed discussions swirl around the possible links between Tylenol use during pregnancy and autism. A conversation also fueled by presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Kennedy added fuel to the fire with his vow for aggressive research. He…
Man charged in 2023 Northshore pedestrian deaths back in court as he awaits trial
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The man charged in the death of a mother and her son in November 2023 was back in court Monday. It’s almost been two years since tragedy struck on Frazier Avenue. Ana Posso Rodriguez and her one year old son, Jonathan Delvia, were killed while they were standing right in front of a gift shop when a…