Category Archives: Local News

Weather Update: Wednesday – December 25, 2024

Weather Update: Wednesday – December 25, 2024

WDEF-TV News 12 Tennessee River Valley weather forecast Overnight / Christmas Night/ Hanukkah : Becoming mostly cloudy, chilly. Lows: low 40’s. Winds: L&V. Thursday / First Day of Kwanzaa: Mostly sunny early. Cloud/Sun Mix. Very mild. Highs: near 60. Winds: L&V then SE @ 5 MPH. Overnight: Mostly cloudy, chilly. L0ws: low/mid 40’s. Winds: SE…MORE

Parkridge hosts annual Christmas Party on Wednesday

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)-  Parkridge Medical Center looks to spread holiday cheer as they give back to children of all ages on Christmas.  “We come in super early before the kids wake up, we got here and started putting out the gifts for the kids, so as they wake up this morning, they will get to…MORE

Holiday travel causing stress in Chattanooga and beyond

CHATTANOOGA. Tenn. (WDEF)- Travelers have been on the move all Christmas Eve trying to reach their loved ones across the country. However, this has come with its challenges. One of the busiest times of the travel year came to a temporary halt on Christmas Eve morning for American Airlines. The airlines say that the vendor…MORE

Police respond to officer involved shooting on East Brainerd Road

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) —  An officer involved shooting occurred on East Brainerd Road this afternoon. The incident occurred at the 7700 block of East Brainerd Road at 12:18 p.m, December 24, 2024. The Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) stated that the suspect was walking down the street with a knife. Officers attempted to de-escalate the situation…MORE

Weather Update: Tuesday – December 24, 2024

Weather Update: Tuesday – December 24, 2024

WDEF-TV News 12 Tennessee River Valley weather forecast Overnight / Christmas Eve: Mostly clear. Chilly. Dry. Lows: low/mid 30’s. Wednesday / Christmas Day / Hannukah: Sunny, dry. Mild. Highs: high 50’s. Winds: L&V. Overnight / Christmas Night: Mostly cloudy, chilly. Lows: low 40’s. Winds: L&V. Thursday / First Day of Kwanzaa: Mostly sunny early. Cloud/Sun…MORE

Triple A unveils ‘Tow to Go’ service

Triple A unveils ‘Tow to Go’ service

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) —  Triple A says they are providing a free service this holiday season if you find yourself in a tricky situation. Starting at 6:00 p.m. today, and lasting through January 2, 2024 they are offering the ‘Tow to Go’ program. This program allows impaired drivers who need to get to another location…MORE

Niedlov’s Bakery avoids “disaster” after car crashes into their patio

Niedlov’s Bakery avoids “disaster” after car crashes into their patio

A part of the damaged fence caused by this weekend’s crash at Niedlov’s Bakery. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A bakery on Main Street says they had a close call to a catastrophe this weekend. Niedlov’s has been one of Chattanooga’s most popular bakeries since it opened in 20-02. Additionally, the Christmas season is the busiest time…MORE

Incline Railway repair to take months

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- CARTA has provided an update on the reconstruction updates to the Incline Railway. It was heavily damaged in a wildfire on the side of Lookout Mountain earlier this month. CARTA CEO Charles Frazier says over a thousand feet of rail, two hundred rail ties, and over five thousand feet of cable will…MORE

What’s Right With Our Schools: Christmas at the Courthouse, Ooltewah Concert Choir

CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) – A wonderful holiday tradition returned this year. Christmas at the Courthouse is always a hit. The Ooltewah Concert Choir put their own spin on a classic carol. That’s a festive example of what’s right with our schools. Categories: Chattanooga, Education, Featured, Hamilton County, Local News, What’s Right With Our Schools Tags:…MORE