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Weather Update: Wednesday March 19, 2025

Weather Update: Wednesday March 19, 2025

WDEF-TV News 12 Tennessee River Valley weather forecast Wednesday: Mostly sunny, dry, breezy. Highs: mid 70’s. Winds: S @ 10-15 MPH, gusts 20-25. Overnight: Cloudy. Showers/thunderstorms. Windy. Lows: low 40’s. Winds: S @ 10-15 MPH, gusts 20-25. Thursday: Early showers. Cloud/Sun mix. Cooler. Highs: low 50’s. Winds: W @ 5-15 MPH, gusts 20-25. Overnight: Mostly…MORE

Driving Our Economy Forward: Rock City

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) —  Each year more than 500 thousand people visit Rock City from around the world.  They come to see the gardens and enjoy the attraction.  Tonight, we are learning more about the history of See Rock City Incorporated and the many businesses the company owns.  From Grandview to Clumpies Ice Cream, Rock…MORE

Chattanooga police officer charged with simple assault/domestic violence

Chattanooga police officer charged with simple assault/domestic violence

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) —  The Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) has opened an internal investigation into an officer facing Simple Assault/Domestic Violence charges. CPD opened the investigation March 19, 2025 after officers with the Neighborhood Policing Bureau responded to an Assault in Progress in the 3100 block of Mountain Creek Road. Upon arrival, officers determined the…MORE

Hamilton County to restore Fireman’s Fountain

Hamilton County to restore Fireman’s Fountain

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A longtime Chattanooga landmark will soon get a rehabilitation.The Fireman’s Fountain located across from the Hamilton County Courthouse will be restored by Hamilton County Parks and Recreation after receiving approval from the county commission. The historic Fireman’s Fountain to be restored across from the Hamilton County Courthouse. The fountain was built to…MORE

Early voting for District 6 and District 8 runoffs begins today

Early voting for District 6 and District 8 runoffs begins today

  CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Early voting for the District 6 and 8 City Council runoffs starts today. Early voting will run from March 19, 2025, to April 3 at the Hamilton County Election Commission located at 700 River Terminal Road. Election Day will be held April 8. Polls will be open Monday through Friday,…MORE

Several Walker County Schools experiencing water issues

Several Walker County Schools experiencing water issues

  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…MORE

Scream Break at Dread Hollow

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…MORE

CFD receives their first surrender at their Safe Haven Baby Box

CFD receives their first surrender at their Safe Haven Baby Box

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…MORE

Chester Frost Park’s new Dog Paddle Park is officially open

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…MORE

Could an amphitheater be coming to Chattanooga?

Could an amphitheater be coming to Chattanooga?

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.…MORE