Coahulla Creek’s Season Ends With 3-0 Loss to Shaw
Dalton, GA-(WDEF-TV) Coahulla Creek saw their fantastic soccer season come to an end on Friday, as they lost 3-0 to Shaw in the state playoff semifinals. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
NW Whitfield Beats Jefferson 1-0 to Advance to State Finals
Tunnel Hill, GA-(WDEF-TV) Northwest Whitfield is headed to the state soccer finals for the first time in four years. The Bruins beat Jefferson 1-0 in the semifinals on Friday. Conno r Stiles got the goal for NW Whitfield. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
Dalton Falls on PK’s in State Final Four to Westminster
Dalton, GA-(WDEF-TV) Dalton high school lost in the state final four on Friday to Westminster on penalty kicks. The match went to overtime tied at two before it was settled on PK’s. Joe Gonzalez scored both of the Catamounts goals in regulation. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
Kylie Black Making Big Impact in First Season With CCS
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) YOU DON’T SEE A LOT OF HARD-THROWING LEFT-HANDED PITCHERS IN GIRLS SOFTBALL. SO YOU CAN BET CCS HEAD COACH STEVE ROGERS WAS PUMPED TO LEARN HE HAD ONE COMING TO THE CHARGERS. KYLIE BLACK TRANSFERRED TO CC S THIS YEAR, AND SHE HAS BEEN AS GOOD AS ADVERTISED. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
Chattanooga Catholics excited for first elected American Pope
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- On Thursday, white smoke came out of the papal enclave at the Sistine Chapel, signaling to the world a new pope had been elected. With over a billion Catholics worldwide learning who the new leader of their church is, those right here in Chattanooga say they are ready for the new era. On Friday, the Basilica of…
Local arts non-profit says federal cuts to hurt local economy
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A Chattanooga non-profit says federal cuts are going to put local artists in a bind. Artsbuild says they are losing $100,000 in federal arts grants. They invest in local artists through programs and grants. This is after the Trump administration ordered the National Endowment for the Arts to cancel all of their grants, and are ultimately calling…
Hamilton County school board approves state-funded raises passed in school voucher bill
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- In addition to passing this year’s school budget, the Hamilton County School Board approved a portion of Tennessee’s Education Freedom Scholarship Act. The School Board previously denied implementing the state’s school voucher program, which would give scholarships to public school students to allow them to attend a private school. While the board did not accept the…
Tech that makes being a Mom on the Go so much easier
CHATTANOOGA, TN – Tech shows have a tendency to get lost in the fun and exciting things and skip over some of the things that matter most to us. This week we brought in a resident expert on some tech for Mom that you may not even know she needs. Grace Barth is an avid cosplayer, mom of two and…
Celebrate Mom and your Graduate with Nothing Bundt Cakes
Melinda Mason joins News 12’s Amelia Greer and brings their classic Bundt cakes dressed for all occasions- Graduation, Teacher Appreciation, Mother’s Day, and more! CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Mother’s Day is coming up on May 11 and it’s graduate season, so Nothing Bundt Cakes has you covered for all your celebration needs. Nothing Bundt Cakes is running a special promotion…
Cleveland Opens Region Tournament With 14-6 Win Over Ooltewah
Cleveland, TN-(WDEF-TV) After falling behind 5-1, the Cleveland baseball team rallied for a 14-6 win over Ooltewah to open their region tournament. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
Hamilton County school budget passes amid controversy
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Weeks of controversy have surrounded the Hamilton County school board as they have been dealing with a large budget shortfall. Thursday night was the night that school board members said they needed to pass a budget. This whole situation began with a $16 million dollar shortfall due to lower than expected revenues. After a series of adjustments,…
East Hamilton Coach Norma Nelson Reflects on Milestone Win and District Title
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) IT HAS BEEN A FANTASTIC WEEK FOR EAST HAMILTON SOFTBALL COACH NORMA NELSON. ON MONDAY, SHE WON HER 900TH CAREER GAME. ON WEDNESDAY, EAST HAMILTON WON THEIR DISTRICT CHAMPIONSHIP. BRIAN ARMSTRONG CAUGHT UP WITH THE VETERAN COACH, WHO HAS BEEN APART OF THE LOCAL SOFTBALL SCENE FOR NEARLY 40 YEARS. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
First Responder Hero Award: Lexie Mcnabb
South Pittsburg, Tenn. (WDEF) – News 12 is recognizing some of the bravest members of our community through the First Responder Hero Award. Whether someone is an EMT, paramedic, firefighter, or police officer, this award honors their unwavering dedication to keeping us safe. When danger strikes, these heroes are the first to respond. Now, it’s our turn to put them…
Thursday Throwback: 1985 New Coke
Forty years ago, the Coca-Cola company took a major gamble. The first bottles of New Coke started rolling off local assembly lines. For our Thursday Throwback, we show you how the company had high hopes for their new flavor. Categories: From The Archives Tags: From The Archives, Thursday Throwback
Chattooga County commissioner charged with simple battery
CHATTOOGA COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) — The sole commissioner of Chattooga County, Georgia faces a criminal charge over dispute on the road. A man driving a cattle hauler says Andy Allen grabbed him by the shirt and threatened to pull him out of his truck. The driver had backed up traffic on Little Sand Mountain Road trying to back the…
New UTC chancellor recommended to UT Board of Trustees
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Dr. Lori Mann Bruce has been recommended by UT System President Randy Boyd to become the next chancellor of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC). The UT Board of Trustees will consider the appointment at a special meeting in the coming weeks. If approved, Bruce will begin her role on June 30, 2025. At Tennessee…
Historic Frye House destroyed in massive fire in Wildwood
DADE COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) — A fire late last night claimed the Frye House, a historic landmark on Pope Creek Road. The blaze fully engulfed the structure, drawing firefighting units from Dade County, as well as West Brow, Davis, New Home, and South Dade. Mutual aid was provided by a Chattanooga ladder truck and GDC Station 9. Officials confirmed that…
Pet of The Week: George Ford
Meet News 12’s Pet of the Week, George Ford. George Ford is a mostly mature, distinguished dog. The Humane Educational Society says he has nice manners, and even knows a couple of cues and commands. He’s great on a leash, and when he feels like being less mature, he loves to chase toys and sometimes romps in the play yard…
5th annual Big Pig BBQ Festival takes over First Horizon Pavilion
News 12 This Morning: Haley Rennick joins News 12’s Amelia Greer as the two get ready for the Big Pig BBQ Festival this weekend, where Greer will be a guest judge. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The 5th annual Big Pig BBQ Festival will be taking over the First Horizon Pavilion this Saturday, May 10 starting at 11:30 a.m. Since the…
East Hamilton Beats Ooltewah 11-1 For District Championship
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) East Hamilton used an 8-run second inning to beat Ooltewah for their district tournament championship on Wednesday at Frost Stadium. The Hurricanes won by a final of 11-1. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
Gordon Lee Sweeps Washington Co to Advance to State Final Four
Chickamauga, GA-(WDEF-TV) The Gordon Lee baseball team swept Washington Co to advance to the state Final Four. The Trojans won game one 3-0 and game two 8-2. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
Real ID Rules Take Flight
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Starting today, if you plan to fly, your regular driver’s license may not be enough. A long-delayed federal requirement is now in effect. The Real ID Act, passed in 2005 in response to 9/11, is finally being enforced. As of today, travelers must have a Real ID to board domestic flights or enter certain federal buildings. …
From Exhaustion to Restful Nights
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Chattanooga resident Nathan Uglow has battled sleep issues since his teenage years. Friends and family told him he snored loudly, and he often felt exhausted, falling asleep at stoplights or whenever he sat down. In his 20s, Uglow was diagnosed with severe obstructive sleep apnea. He tried several treatments, including a CPAP machine, oral appliances, and…
Meeting over Hamilton County attorney transition turns tense
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Earlier this year, Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp named attorney Janie Parks Varnell as his pick to replace long term attorney Rheubin Taylor. After taking office in 2022, Mayor Wamp announced he wanted to replace Taylor, which led to a legal dispute. A judge ruled in that case Taylor had to be allowed to serve out his…
