JASPER, TN (WDEF) – Bobby McCulley consistently models professionalism and leadership for his students at Jasper Middle. Combine that with always being supportive and giving gentle advice, and you’ve got a recipe for tonight’s Golden Apple Award. “We are very blessed and thankful to have Mr McCully. He molds young fifth grade minds every…… MORE
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Stay prepared during cold weather
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The cold weather is already here, and the snow is coming soon. Multiple agencies are out preparing for the snow, you should too. Roads are the first concern during a snow storm. Patrick Sheehan is the Director of the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency. He says, “Our friends at the Tennessee Department…… MORE
McKamey Animal Center (MAC) is seeking the community’s support
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Over the next four weeks, McKamey Animal Center (MAC) is on a mission to find loving, forever homes for more than 200 cats and dogs. As puppy season and kitten surges approach, the shelter is working to create space for the influx of incoming animals. From tiny kittens to senior dogs, MAC…… MORE
Cleveland Middle School unveils new mural
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) — Cleveland Middle School unveiled a new mural Tuesday morning. This mural is in the main hall of the school and will be visible to all students and faculty. The mural highlights the different upbringings we all have, as well as our heritage. Cleveland Middle School principal, Nat Akiona, says this mural…… MORE
Morning electrical fire damages east Chattanooga home
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Residents in East Chattanooga woke up to an electrical fire inside their home Tuesday morning. Crews with the Chattanooga Fire Department (CFD) responded to the 2000 block of North Chamberlain Avenue at 9:11 a.m. February 18, 2025. Residents of the home stated they woke up, smelled something burned, and discovered their…… MORE
East Lake Academy boys’ basketball team talks about their recent accomplishments
East Lake Academy, district boys’ basketball champions, join News 12’s Amelia Greer to talk about their latest accomplishment for their school. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The East Lake Academy Boys’ Basketball Team became district champions this year and made their way to the regional semi-finals in Knoxville, a major accomplishment for them and their school.…… MORE
Montague Park lights up for the SeaLights Festival
Jay Heavilon joins News 12’s Amelia Greer to talk about the dazzling, bright lantern displays coming to Sculpture Fields in Montague Park. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – For the first time in Chattanooga, The SeaLight Festival is filling Montague Park full of colorful, handmade silk Chinese lantern displays. After several years of declaring New York home,…… MORE
Weather Update: Monday – February 17, 2025
WDEF-TV News 12 Tennessee River Valley weather forecast Overnight: Mostly clear. Cold. Lows: mid/high 20’s. Winds: N @ 5 MPH. Tuesday: Increasing Clouds. Chilly. Dry. Highs: high 40’s. Winds: NE @ 5 MPH. Overnight: Cloudy, cold. Rain mixed with snow. Lows: near 30. Winds: NE @ 5-10 MPH. Wednesday: Early rain mixed with snow, then…… MORE
Protesters Show Out to Miller Park
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Democracy in Action took center stage in Chattanooga today, as community members gathered at Miller Park to protest various issues and the future of democracy in the United States. With local elections on the horizon, voter participation and civic responsibility were at the heart of tonight’s discussions. At the center of…… MORE
Walnut Street Bridge renovation set to begin
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Chattanooga’s iconic Walnut Street Bridge is set to undergo a major reconstruction, with work officially beginning in just one month. While pre-construction preparations start today, pedestrians will still be able to use the bridge during this phase. The plan to reconstruct the Walnut Street Bridge was first introduced in 2024, and now,…… MORE
