Jake Cash with the Chattanooga Zoo and Annie the rabbit preview the popular ‘Hug A Bunny’ zoo attraction. The duo joins News 12’s Amelia Greer ahead of the event during the Easter holiday. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Hop on over to the annual “Hug A Bunny” event at the Chattanooga Zoo this weekend! To welcome spring each year, the Chattanooga…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – HAPPY EASTER… well, almost! Families from across Collegedale gathered this weekend at the Ooltewah Youth Association Ballfields on Little Debbie Parkway for a beloved spring tradition—an Easter egg hunt hosted by the city’s police department. With perfect weather and plenty of candy-filled eggs, little ones raced through fields with baskets in hand, squealing with excitement. The…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Thousands of families rolled into Chattanooga over the past two weekends to celebrate a very special birthday and today marked the final stop. It was all aboard for fun as Thomas the Tank Engine rolled into Chattanooga, celebrating 80 years of smiles, stories, and steam. Families from across the region gathered at the Tennessee Valley Railroad…
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) — The heart of the city pulsed with purpose today as hundreds of supporters gathered for the annual Autism Celebration Walk, a vibrant and emotional event that brought together families, advocates, and individuals on the spectrum in a show of awareness, acceptance, and inclusion. With signs of encouragement, matching shirts, and smiling faces, the streets were filled…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – It’s that time of year again—bright lights, sweet treats, and nonstop fun. The magic is back in Chattanooga as the annual carnival has officially rolled into town at Northgate Mall! This year’s event is already drawing in big crowds, excited for the rides, games, and all things delicious. “I’m so excited,” one attendee shared. “They’re bringing rides,…
Lookouts- Sal Stewart launched a walk-off grand slam to give the Lookouts the 4-1 win in game one of tonight’s doubleheader. Chattanooga lost game two, 3-2, to split the twin bill. In game one, White Sox top prospect Noah Schultz and Lookouts pitcher Jose Franco engaged in a pitcher’s duel. Franco pitched four hitless innings, striking out four, while Schultz…
Ringgold, GA-(WDEF-TV) Northwest Whitfield was going for the three game sweep of Heritage on Friday. The Bruins jumped out to a 4-0 lead in the top of the first, but the Generals rallied to win 6-5 to avoid the sweep. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Heritage High School, High School Football, Northwest Whitfield High School
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Chattanooga and Birmingham went to extra innings on a cool Friday night at AT&T Field. Barons got three runs in the 11th to win it 4-1. Dominic Pitelli drove in the Lookouts only run with an RBI triple in the 7th. Two clubs play a doubleheader on Saturday at AT&T Field starting at 5:15pm. Categories: Sports – Local Sports…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The Chattanooga Christian baseball team is playing on a new turf infield this season. News 12s Brian Armstrong shows us how the creator of the field has connections to the team way beyond the construction project. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: CCS, High School Baseball, sports news
CHATTANOOGA, TN – April is known as National Parkinson’s Awareness month and April the 11th is World Parkinson’s Awareness Day and symbolized by Red Tulips, People Wearing Grey for Parkinson’s, and a new global symbol – the spark. Symptoms of Parkinson’s date back hundreds of years, the first medical description was written by James Parkinson in 1817. Probably the two…
Nichelle Patel with the Chocolate Box joins News 12’s Amelia Greer to put her own spin on the viral ‘Dubai Chocolate’ trend that is sweeping the globe. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – From the satisfying cracking to the delicious green filling, the viral “Dubai Chocolate” is taking over the world, and The Chocolate Box is one of the few local places…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The Chattanooga Christian soccer team got past a huge hurdle on Wednesday night to maintain a perfect record on the season. Brian Armstrong hits the pitch to see how the Chargers are charging hard this season. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News, Sports – Soccer Tags: CCS, High School Soccer, sports news
PALMER, 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 first….
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Tennessee Aquarium is flexing its mussels with a brand-new exhibit that shines a spotlight on some of the river’s most overlooked but important residents—freshwater mussels. Housed in the Ridges to Rivers gallery, this exhibit introduces visitors to species like the Purple Wartyback, Threehorn Wartyback, and Painted Creekshell—native to the Duck River, one of the most…
PIKEVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) – Tennessee First Lady Maria Lee visited Bledsoe County today as part of her ongoing mission to uplift the state’s most vulnerable communities. At Pikeville Elementary School, she partnered with the nonprofit Samaritan’s Feet to distribute new shoes and socks to every student in the Bledsoe County School District. The event, which also took place across the…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF)- A controversial bill concerning undocumented students has cleared the Tennessee State Senate. Sponsored by Senator Bo Watson of Hixson, it passed the Senate by a 19 to 13 vote. The vote caused outcrys from the Senate gallery, causing those protestors to be removed. If the bill is signed into law, it would allow local schools to decide…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- We got another update on the construction progress of the South Broad Stadium. While Chattanooga Lookouts fans take in one last season on Hawk Hill at AT&T Field, developers say we are just a year away from the completion of the South Broad Stadium. The project broke ground last July, and is slated to be completed at…
In our Thursday Throwback, we want to re-visit the comeback of a very rare dog breed. In 1978, there were only 78 Shar Pei dogs left in the world. But enthusiastic breeders and American tastes led to a boom for the Chinese breed. This is the story of how local breeders helped out in 1985. Categories: From The Archives Tags:…
Cherita Rice with Crabtree Farms joins News 12’s Amelia Greer as the farm gets ready for their 25th annual spring plant sale this April. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Get your spring gardens ready this season with the 25th annual spring plant sale at Crabtree Farms! Crabtree Farms sits in the heart of Chattanooga and focuses on being a sustainable urban…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The Chattanooga Lookouts captured their first home win of the 2025 season on Wednesday. After falling behind 1-0 to Birmingham, the Lookouts came back to win it 6-2. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Baseball, Birmingham Barons, Chattanooga Lookouts
Ooltewah, TN-(WDEF-TV) Ooltewah softball won a wild one against Cleveland on Wednesday after. The Owls defeated the Lady Raiders 11-10. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Cleveland High School, High School Softball, Ooltewah High School
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) CCS stayed perfect on the year by beating McCallie 3-1 on Wednesday evening. The Chargers improved to 12-0 on the season, and their victory snapped the Blue Tornado’s 24 match unbeaten streak. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News, Sports – Soccer Tags: CCS, McCallie School, sports news
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A resource for those recovering from drug addiction here in Hamilton County is likely to soon be on the move. Hamilton County Recovery Court is a voluntary program is designed to help offenders deal with substance abuse issues. This is offered to those with non-violent offenses. Wednesday, a proposed move to where this program meets raised some…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The data breach that has affected both Hamilton County Government and the city of Chattanooga was briefly discussed during Tuesday night’s City Council meeting. Mayor Tim Kelly’s office said they first learned of a breach late Friday afternoon, as a letter sent to the city two months prior was not communicated to them. The breach concerned personal…