CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The JA Henry Community YMCA is serving up something new, and it’s not just about fitness. Starting today, their brand-new Teaching Kitchen is launching a series of cooking classes designed to help families eat healthier and cook with confidence. Open to all skill levels, each hands-on session covers simple, nutritious meals…… MORE
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Students Earn Award for Full Voting Registration
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – One local high school is being recognized for going above and beyond in preparing students for civic responsibility. Lookout Valley High School is now among a select group of Tennessee schools to receive the Anne Dallas Dudley Gold Award, a statewide honor recognizing schools that register 100 percent of eligible students…… MORE
Weather Update: Tuesday May 6, 2025
WDEF-TV News 12 Tennessee River Valley weather forecast Tuesday: Mostly sunny. Near normal temperatures. Highs: low/mid 70’s. Winds: W @ 5 MPH. Overnight: Isolated showers. Cool. Lows: mid 50’s. Winds: L&V. Wednesday: Mild. Partly sunny. Isolated PM showers/thunderstorms. Highs: low/mid 60’s. Winds: W @ 5. NWS Morristown: Virtual Skywarn Storm Spotter Training | Your Environment:…… MORE
Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office investigating in-custody death
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) is investigating an in-custody death. At 4:55 a.m., May 6, 2025, an HCSO corrections deputy requested medical assistance for an unresponsive inmate in the Delta Housing Unit. Upon arrival, crews began performing life-saving medical aid. The inmate, Christopher Dewayne Ohara, was transported to a…… MORE
Wamp announces third Veteran Service Officer to be added in Hamilton County
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) — A major expansion is coming to Hamilton County’s Veterans Service Office, Mayor Weston Wamp announced today. A third Veteran Service Officer will be added, giving the VSO its largest team in the history of Hamilton County. They are exploring the possibility of opening another satellite location in the future. Right…… MORE
Wamp announces third Veteran Service Office to be added in Hamilton County
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) — A major expansion is coming to Hamilton County’s Veterans Service Office, Mayor Weston Wamp announced today. A third Veteran Service Officer will be added, giving the VSO its largest team in the history of Hamilton County. They ae exploring the possibility of opening another satellite location in the future. Right…… MORE
3 bronze plaques stolen from Chattanooga national military park
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Three bronze plaques were stolen from a Chattanooga national military park Sunday. At 12:01 p.m., May 4, 2025, two white males removed three bronze plaques from the Sherman Reservation on Missionary Ridge. The plaques are valued at $18,000. According to the National Park Service (NPS), the males were driving a late…… MORE
Inaugural Scott Chase Scramble on May 19
Scott Chase with KZ106 joins News 12’s Chip Chapman as he gets ready to host an inaugural golfing event. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Local radio legend Scott Chase with KZ106 is holding an inaugural golf tournament in support of the Forgotten Child Fund. The Scott Chase Scramble will be on May 19 at The Ooltewah…… MORE
2025 Carson Scholars honored in celebration of excellence
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – An elite group of young changemakers was honored this weekend at the largest Carson Scholars Fund celebration in the organization’s history. More than 1,500 students across the nation—each demonstrating outstanding academic performance and a commitment to serving others—were recognized as 2025 Carson Scholars. Each scholar receives a $1,000 college scholarship, an…… MORE
East Ridge police investigate reported targeted incident at local hospital
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF) — The East Ridge Police Department (ERPD) is investigating a drive by shooting that occurred at a local hospital. At 4:35 p.m., May 5, 2025, ERPD responded to 941 Spring Creek Road (Park Ridge East Hospital) on reports of shots fired. Upon arrival, officers began securing the scene. According to ERPD,…… MORE
