CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Chattanooga Tourism Company says tourism revenue reached record breaking figures. The Tourism Company says Hamilton County Ranked number five among the 95 counties in Tennessee. They say that Hamilton County generated a record-breaking $1.8 billion in visitor spending for the year 2024. They say those tourism dollars directly supported over 13,000 jobs in Hamilton…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — September is Hunger Action Month, and organizations across the community are stepping up. The YMCA says they want to make an impact in the community. You can help by donating food items to your local Y. Paula Irwin, Executive director of James A Henry YMCA told us, “Here at the YMCA we’re currently packing meals for…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Two people have been arrested following the shooting Thursday that occurred on the 2800 block of Market Street. Chattanooga Police say that 18 year old Jalijuan Haggard and a 16 year old were arrested in this incident. They say that Haggard and the 16 year old fired at a vehicle driven by a 38 year old woman….
SIGNAL MOUNTAIN, Tenn. (WDEF)- The mayor of Signal Mountain had some choice words for Hamilton County Commissioners this week. This was in response to Commissioners’ recent decision to vote for a version of Plan Hamilton that increased density limits. Signal Mountain Mayor Elizabeth Baker during this week’s town council meeting said she felt this vote was a slap in the…
CHATTANOOGA, TN – It’s that time of year, the jerseys are being sewn, the fields are being manicured and you can almost smell the barbecue in the air. Let’s face it, in every game, half the fans didn’t get the outcome they wanted because we can only have one winner. Verizon’s Winnie Wright stopped by to make sure that no…
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) – High School football in our area is in full swing, but just a reminder: there is one game that will not be played tonight or this weekend. Brainerd and Howard have battled on the gridiron for decades. The two schools will not be playing Saturday. The game has been cancelled. Officials say it’s because of safety…
Chickamauga, GA-(WDEF-TV) Gordon Lee posted a 12-0 region win over Fannin Co on Thursday. Laney Wilson helped charge up the offense early with a three-run homer in the third inning. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
Signal Mountain, TN-(WDEF-TV) Signal Mountain has joined the growing list of high schools with artificial turf. The Eagles will debut the new field Friday night against Sequatchie Co. Signal Mountain can practice all they want on the turf without any worries. A far cry from the old grass fields that head coach Mark Mariakis had to deal with. Categories: Sports…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The number one ranked junior wheelchair tennis player in America hails from Chattanooga. It’s CCS freshman Lucy Heald. Her talents are taking her to the U-S Open next week. Brian Armstrong has more on Heald’s tennis journey. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
COLLEGEDALE, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Collegedale Municipal Airport is rolling out a series of improvements designed to make the travel experience smoother and more enjoyable for pilots, passengers, and guests alike. One of the standout updates is the addition of courtesy transportation options. A Kia Soul is now available during business hours for visitors who need to get around town,…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Who called in that false shooting call one week ago Thursday that disrupted life at UTC? Cyber security experts say it’s a cybercriminal group that has been causing problems across the globe. According to an intelligence report from the Center of Internet Security, the cyber group “The Com”, short for “The Community”, is the primary cybercriminal…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Chattanooga Rotary Club began its weekly meeting with a prayer for those affected by the recent Minnesota school shooting. Following the opening, members welcomed longtime sportswriter David Paschall as the guest speaker. Paschall, who has spent decades covering Southeastern Conference sports, came to discuss the upcoming football season and what fans can expect from both…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Young professionals are rethinking what makes a community the right place to call home. A new survey shows that safety and housing affordability rise to the top of the list, with a large majority of Gen Z and Millennials saying those factors matter most when choosing where to live. But quality of life goes beyond affordability….
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Chattanooga officially has a brand new fire chief. Chief Terry Knowles was officially sworn in Thursday as the city’s 22nd fire chief. He is succeeding former Chief Phil Hyman who retired earlier this year. Chief Knowles was previously the assistant chief of special operations for the fire department, and has been with the Chattanooga Fire Department…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Big Ridge Elementary students are getting a boost to their future plans. Dr. Dane and Sheila Boyington have donated 50 dollars to each kindergarten and first grade student’s Chattanooga Future Fund account. This program was established last school year that allows families to save money for college and other post-graduation programs. Students learning about the donation of…
DEKALB COUNTY, Al. (WDEF) — A DeKalb County corrections officer has been arrested following an internal investigation by the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO). On August 27, 2025 the DCSO said as a result of this investigation one jail employee was arrested and another was terminated. The next day, the DCSO released more information regarding the employees. The employee who…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Chattanooga police responded to a report of a person shot Thursday morning. The call was made on South Market Street near Alton Park just before 9:00 a.m. Two individuals were seen by a neighbor being placed in cuffs. Police at the scene told us that occupants of two vehicles exchanged gunfire. One vehicle sped away, while…
Rev. Jon Rector joins News 12’s Chip Chapman to invite everyone to Union Gospel Mission’s Labor Day BBQ Fundraiser. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Union Gospel Mission is bringing the community together for their 11th annual Labor Day Free BBQ Fundraiser. Community members are invited to 2020 Gunbarrel Road, in front of the Maple Street Biscuit Company, on September 1…
Ooltewah, TN-(WDEF-TV) Ooltewah pulled away to win their home volleyball match against Hixson on Wednesda y 3-1. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Some Hamilton County commissioners took offense to a report that they had inappropriately used travel funds for routine travel. Every Hamilton County commissioner is allowed $12,500 for reimbursable travel to certain events. However, a report by the Chattanooga Times-Free Press this week raised questions whether or not Commissioners were using those funds to travel from home to…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Could a new addition soon be coming to the Howard School’s campus? Over the past few years at The Howard School, there have seen a new football field built among other facility upgrades. Now, the county wants to build a brand new indoor sports facility along with other upgrades. However, there are some concerns that some other…
OOLTEWAH, Tenn. (WDEF)- A development in Ooltewah that was rejected last week by the Hamilton County Commission was revived Wednesday. The Thrive Dairy Farms development on Snow Hill and Amos Roads behind Ooltewah High School had been voted against due to concerns on traffic impact and the height of the building. This development would be located near the section of…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Chattanooga residents had the chance to leave their mark on the city’s future today during a topping off and community signing ceremony at Erlanger Park. The event marked a visible milestone in the construction of the Lookouts’ new stadium. Neighbors, families, and local leaders gathered at the South Broad site, lining up to sign steel plates…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – This year marks the 90th anniversary of Social Security, one of the most influential programs in American history. New AARP data shows just how much the program continues to matter for Tennessee families. Across the state, more than 679,000 seniors rely on Social Security as their primary source of income. For many, it’s the difference between…