UPDATE (3/19/2025): Ridgeland High School will be dismissing students at 12:00 p.m. March 19, 2025, due to water complications. WALKER COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) – Several Walker County Schools are experiencing water issues due to a water main break that happened yesterday and is currently affecting homes and business. WCS Facilities and Operations Department is providing water for flushing and…
Todd Patton joins News 12’s Amelia Greer as they get ready to kick off an exciting weekend at Dread Hollow. Scream Break is taking over the haunt and will send chills down your spine. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – If you’re looking for a thrilling place to visit closer to home or missing the haunting chills of Halloween, Dread Hollow has…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Chattanooga Fire Department received their first surrender of an infant at their Safe Haven Baby Box at the fire station on Bonny Oaks Drive. The baby was surrendered on Tuesday night. The baby is alive and healthy. No other information was released due to the mother’s wishes. The Safe Haven Baby Box became operational in…
(tssaa.org) The top girls and boys basketball players in six classifications of the Tennessee Secondary School Athletic Association were honored by being named the winners of the 2025 Mr. and Miss Basketball Awards. The awards presentation took place at Tucker Theater on the campus of MTSU on Tuesday, March 18 at 5:30 p.m. A statewide committee of sportswriters selected the…
Dalton, GA-(WDEF-TV) The Dalton soccer team improved to 10-0 on the year with a 4-0 win over Allatoona on Tuesday at Harmon Field. Chapis Garcia scored two goals in the first half, including one with 4.6 seconds left in the half. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Allatoona, Dalton High School, High School Soccer
Cleveland, TN-(WDEF-TV) We saw the Bradley Central girls basketball team win the state title over the weekend. Now the boys team hopes to follow up with a title of their own this week. The Bears are back in the ‘Boro for the first time since 2007. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Bradley Central High School, High School Basketball,…
HIXSON, Tenn. (WDEF) – In Chester Frost Park, a brand-new dog park has opened, and everyone is howling to get in. News 12 bounded over to the park to fetch the latest details. Hamilton County Parks and Recreation hosted the grand opening of Dog Paddle Park, celebrating with a ribbon-cutting ceremony before letting the dogs loose to explore their new…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – A major tax debate is unfolding in Tennessee as state lawmakers consider eliminating the grocery tax, a move advocates say would provide much-needed relief for struggling families. For Tennessee families, every trip to the grocery store comes with a financial strain. With one of the highest grocery taxes in the country, many are forced to make…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- With warmer weather here, many are thinking about the shows they’re going to catch over the next few months. Chances are however, Chattanoogans will need to hit the road to have that special moment with their favorite artists. The amphitheater at Chastain Park in Atlanta before a Phoebe Bridgers concert in 2022. A music needs survey conducted…
RINGGOLD, GA (WDEF) – There is plenty of drama in Amy Carter’s class at Heritage Middle School. There is also lots of singing. Her goal is to inspire a love of music and theater. See how she is meeting that goal in tonight’s Golden Apple Award. “Miss Carter is one of the original, the OG’s of Heritage Middle School….
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- We have learned more about the charges the UAW is levying against Volkswagen in a NLRB complaint. This is after Volkswagen announced voluntary layoffs and production cuts last week. In the complaint, the union alleges that VW has violated federal law by making those sweeping changes without consulting them and going directly to employees. They state, “In…
Cleveland, TN-(WDEF-TV) Cleveland and Bradley Central took their rivalry to the diamond Monday night with the Blue Raiders prevailing 4-1. Cleveland scored twice in the first inning. Bradley Central pushed a run across in the second on an infield single by Carson Stott. Tyler Gardner pushed the Cleveland lead to 3-1 in the 5th inning with a sac fly RBI….
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The Chattanooga Mocs missed out on the Big Dance, but they hope to taste a little madness after accepting a bid to the NIT tournament. UTC will hit the road against MTSU on Tuesday for their first NIT game in 40 years. No big selection show for the NIT tournament, so how did UTC learn the details of their…
LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN, Ga. (WDEF) – Thrive at Brow Wood Celebrates St. Patrick’s Day with a lively Irish Dance Performance Residents of Thrive at Brow Wood were treated to an energetic and heartwarming celebration in honor of St. Patrick’s Day, featuring a special performance by dancers from Southern Irish Dance. With quick, rhythmic steps and captivating footwork, the dancers showcased the…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — The Walnut Street Bridge is officially closed for renovations, marking the start of an 18-month construction project aimed at preserving one of Chattanooga’s most iconic landmarks. The bridge, which first opened in 1891, has long been a staple of the city’s skyline. However, due to its age, city officials say extensive repairs are necessary to ensure its…
RED BANK, Tenn. (WDEF)- A recent Tennessee Supreme Court ruling could have an effect on who hears your next case. That started as an election dispute right outside of Knoxville has caused questions all over the state of Tennessee. That includes in several smaller Hamilton County communities such as Red Bank, East Ridge, and Collegedale. The question arises from the…
Walker County, GA (WDEF) – Walker County voters will decide tomorrow on the continuation of a one-percent sales tax that funds school improvements. This E-SPLOST, in place since 1997, helps cover school facility upgrades, heating and air systems, roofing, lighting, technology improvements, and parking lot repaving. Unlike capital funds from the state, which only cover certain expenses, local schools rely…
he rise of legalized sports betting, industry leaders are emphasizing the need for responsible gaming, especially during this high-stakes tournament. With March Madness set to drive another surge in betting activity, experts and industry leaders are reinforcing responsible gaming efforts. The NCAA tournament coincides with Problem Gambling Awareness Month, making it a crucial time to highlight available resources and encourage…
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) – Three Hamilton County schools teamed up to craft strategic funding plans that could change the way they secure resources in the future. The Bessie Smith Cultural Center was buzzing with excitement as the School Resource Development Institute wrapped up their very first program designed to help Hamilton County students with funding and much more Development and…
GORDON COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) — A Chattanooga man has been arrested after being accused of threatening court judges in Georgia. On March 10, 2025, deputy sheriffs received a report of a caller threatening superior court judges in Gordon County. Gordon County Sheriff’s Office (GCSO) stated deputies questioned witnesses and gathered electronic evidence which corroborated witness statements. Deputies arrested 57-year-old Phillip…
Billy Joe King / Dunlap Police Department via Facebook UPDATE (3/17/2025): The Dunlap bench thief has been apprehended. The Dunlap Police Department (DPD) and the Sequatchie County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) arrested Billy Joe King after receiving a tip. He is being charged with two counts of Theft of Property. DPD says the benches were recovered and returned to Cates Street…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A controversial bill being advanced by a Hamilton County lawmaker is continuing to receive pushback. Senate Bill 836, sponsored by Senator Bo Watson, would give local schools the option to not enroll students if they are undocumented. A copy of the flyer handed out to parishoners of Sen. Watson’s church over the weekend. (Courtesy: Education for All…
Tasty Donuts owner Tony McInnis and his son A.J. McInnis join News 12’s Chip Chapman to talk about the donut shop turning GREEN for St. Patrick’s Day. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – It’s St. Patrick’s Day and Tasty Donuts is making sure no one gets pinched by offering green sweet treats. Currently, lots of their donuts are being dyed green for…
Ms. Rosalyn Hickman with Covenant Keepers brings Pastor Kenneth Ware and Pastor John Geeter to preview a special workshop and class for married couples. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Covenant Keepers collaborates with the Hamilton County Marriage Initiative to work towards reducing the divorce rate in local churches. Every 36 seconds, there are 3.6 petitions for divorce in America which roughly…
