CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – As protests continue across the country following the recent strike on Iran, Iranian Americans nationwide are reacting to the growing tensions. News 12 spoke with one local man from Chattanooga who has ties in both countries. David Khataei, who was born and raised in Iran, described the difficult conditions facing people there. Khataei said, “The conditions…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Journey Health Foundation Research Center is rolling out a new grant program aimed at improving health outcomes across the region. The REACH Fund will provide up to 25 thousand dollars for research projects that examine how factors such as housing, transportation, food access, and economic stability impact community health. Leaders say the goal is to…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – A jury has reached guilty verdicts in the cases of Caleb and Samuel Askins, who were accused in a series of shootings that targeted homes connected to Chelsea Phelps, her family, and Christian Wood, a well-known member of the Gangster Disciples gang in Chattanooga. During the attacks, one man, Warren Crutcher, was killed, and people, including…
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) – Teenage boys aren’t the best at talking about their feelings. They want to appear strong and tough, but that can take a toll on their mental health. Getting them to open up was the focus of a recent Brotherhood Brunch at a Pneuma Church. We give you a seat at the table in this week’s “What’s…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Emergency crews quickly contained a fire behind the Food City in St. Elmo this afternoon. A witness called 9-1-1 shortly before 12:40 p.m., reporting thick black smoke and saying the flames may have started in a nearby homeless encampment. Chattanooga Police and Fire crews responded swiftly and had the fire fully under control by 1:15 p.m.,…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – An Iranian American woman who fled the Islamic regime nearly five years ago is sharing her perspective as protests continue across the United States over the recent strike on Iran. News 12 spoke with the woman, who was born and raised in Iran before moving to the United States nearly five years ago. She requested to…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The second annual Scenic Stitches Fiber Festival is taking place this weekend at the Chattanooga Convention Center, running February 28 through March 1. Dozens of vendors are showcasing yarn, fiber tools, and handmade crafts, while classrooms and demonstration areas are open for workshops and interactive stations. Bunny Harper, a vendor, said, “For me, having a fiber…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – As ICE protests continue, a group of community members gathered at Ross’s Landing to voice their opposition to the organization and the Trump administration. One protester held a microphone and chanted up and down the street, “The people united will never be divided.” As the demonstration continued, both sides of the street at Ross’s Landing were…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – While News 12 was at Ross’s Landing covering an ICE protest, we took the opportunity to ask citizens what they thought about the strike against Iran. We also spoke with Congressman Chuck Fleischmann about many of the protesters’ concerns. A group of protesters gathered together and joined hands, singing, “When you’re not strong, I’ll be your…
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- Boyd jumped out to an early lead and held off a comeback attempt to advance to the Final Four. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
GoMocs- The Chattanooga Mocs men’s basketball team closed out regular season play on the right note, claiming an 86-79 home win over VMI in the Southern Conference finale on Saturday afternoon inside McKenzie Arena as part of ‘Senior Day’ festivities. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
Dalton, GA (WDEF-TV) The Dalton girls basketball team had little trouble with Wayne Co in the Sweet 16 on Friday. The Catamounts led 10-2 after the first quarter on their way to a 63-28 victory. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
Ringgold, GA-(WDEF-TV) The Heritage girls basketball team beat rival NW Whitfield for the fourth time this season on Friday. T he Generals notched a 59-49 victory over the Bruins in the Sweet 16 round of the state tournament. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) After trailing by eight at halftime, Tyner rallied to beat McMinn Central 68-56 in the opening round of their region tournament. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The Notre Dame girls basketball team is storming into the state Final Four! The Irish beat Trinity Christian 80-54 in the Elite Eight on Friday to advance to their first ever state Final Four. Mimi Lee led the way for Notre Dame with 37 points. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Friday was day four of the Askins Brothers Trial. They are charged with the 2023 murder of Warren Crutcher at a home on Maryland Street in North Chattanooga. One of the more significant developments in the trial occurred after the prosecution rested its case. Attorney John McDougal argued that his client, Caleb Askins, was not aware of…
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF)- The mother of a convicted murderer took a plea deal related to a 2016 gang murder in Chattanooga Friday morning. Chernika Ramsey had been charged with facilitation to commit first degree murder and especially aggravated kidnapping in the death of Bianca Horton in Chattanooga. You may recall that Andre Grier was recently convicted of Horton’s murder, as prosecutors…
Chattanooga, Tenn. (WDEF) — Volkswagen hosted its annual E Lab showcase at their Chattanooga Conference Center Friday. The event brought students and parents from all over Hamilton County to one place to show off their various creations, all put together thanks to the E Labs sponsored by VW. Mario Duarte, Training and Development Leader at Volkswagen told us, “Sometimes we…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Chattanooga River Games are officially returning for another year at Ross’s Landing. The extreme sporting event features kayak ramp jumps, rock climbing, and more. The event will also include free live music, and fun for all ages. The CEO of the River Games tells us there could be some surprises this year. Travis Sims, Founder…
Hundreds of billions of dollars are flowing into AI – with countries and companies racing to invest. The newest breakthroughs in artificial intelligence are on display at a summit in India… with tech CEO’s competing to build super-smart AI systems. But a top scientist is raising concerns – warning an “arms race” risks wiping out humanity. Dr. Stuart Russell, Computer…
(gomocs.com) – The Chattanooga Mocs men’s basketball team saw yet another late-game rally fall short on its home floor following an 85-80 defeat to UNCG during late-season Southern Conference action on Thursday night inside McKenzie Arena. Following the loss, Chattanooga drops to 12-18 overall and 6-11 inside SoCon play with the regular season finale against VMI set for Saturday. UNCG…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Testimony in the trial of Samuel and Caleb Askins focused Thursday on alleged gang activity, a traffic stop, and forensic evidence tied to the Maryland Street shooting. A local gang expert testified that Samuel Askins used a Facebook Live video to call out rival gangs, including Christian Wood of the Gangster Disciples, repeatedly urging others to…
Ringgold, GA (WDEF) — Catoosa County, Georgia is known for its natural beauty, but just like everywhere else, litter is a problem. The LIFT Youth Center in Ringgold, Georgia has an event scheduled in April that will help clean things up. Tina Pinkston, Executive Director of LIFT Youth Center told us, “LIFT Youth Center is a non-profit that got…
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF) — Goodwill held a grand opening and ribbon cutting for its newest store on Thursday. It’s located in East Ridge at the former Food City on Ringgold Road. Dozens braved the rain and lined up to be first in the door at the new location. This new location features both a donation express and a full…