CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – A new attraction came to Ruby Falls this weekend for all to experience. An opportunity to experience a journey through a simulated cave. CaveSim, which is an educational experience that allows for participants to learn more about caves, was brought to Ruby Falls for a once in a lifetime experience. The cave…… MORE
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The Little Debbie Hamilton County Fair
SALE CREEK, TN (WDEF) – The Hamilton County Fair took place in Sale Creek this weekend at the Old McDonald Farm across the 2,100-acre area. Presented by the sponsor Little Debbie, the weekends fair continues to build on tradition, heritage, and history. The beloved autumn tradition served as a backdrop for families to make memories…… MORE
Salvation Army kicks off Angel Tree program
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- An annual tradition to help out children in need this Christmas held its kickoff Saturday. Its organizers say they need your help to make someone’s Christmas more than ever. The Salvation Army celebrated the start of their Angel Tree Program at Hamilton Place Mall The program allows volunteers to pick a child…… MORE
HCSO investigating shooting death in Middle Valley.
HIXSON, Tenn. (WDEF)- A man is dead after a shooting incident Friday night in Middle Valley. The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office says they were called to the 7400 block of Irongate Drive off of Gadd Road shortly after midnight Saturday morning. After responding, deputies located a man with a fatal gunshot wound. A homicide investigation…… MORE
Robotics competition held at Chattanooga State STEM Center
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – The Tennessee Valley Robotics and Chattanooga State Community College welcomed new competitors to a tournament for the Vex Five robotics competitions. This was a tournament designed for new teams who were able to benefit from a “low stress” introduction to the competition environment as all team, coaches, and/or organizations were required to…… MORE
“Mike’s Journey” by American Legion supporter Carylon Smith
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – As Veterans Day is this Monday, November 11th, organizations all over Hamilton County are helping veterans obtain various ways of support whether that be access to medical appointments or a home cooked meal. With the American Legion being the nation’s largest wartime veterans service organization, many individuals come from all over to…… MORE
Weather Update: Sunday – November 10, 2024
WDEF-TV News 12 Tennessee River Valley weather forecast Overnight: Mostly cloudy. Mild. Scattered showers. Lows: high 50’s to low 60’s. Winds: S @ 5-15 MPH, gusts of 20 MPH. Sunday: Mostly cloudy, mild. Scattered showers/thunderstorms. Highs: mid 70’s. Winds: S @ 5-15 MPH, gusts of 20 MPH. Overnight: Mostly cloudy, showers. Lows: high 50’s to…… MORE
What will be the penalty for not paying future Tennessee tolls?
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- One day, you may be able to choose to pay to drive around traffic on our area interstates. However, as those projects are in their early stages, the state of Tennessee is already discussing how to punish those who don’t pay the tolls. While not a part of the ongoing construction on…… MORE
Chattanooga’s Greenspaces hosts Green Prix this weekend
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- On your Mark, Get Set, Go! Greenspaces is gearing up for a weekend of fun as they kick off their annual Green Prix Race. “What started in 2017 as an initiative is now what you see behind me. We wanted to get our students more educated and more involved with STEM education. And…… MORE
Weather Update: Friday – November 8, 2024
WDEF-TV News 12 Tennessee River Valley weather forecast Overnight: Partly cloudy. Cooler. Lows: mid 50’s. Winds: NE @ 5 MPH. Saturday: Mostly cloudy, mild. Isolated showers/thunderstorms into afternoon/evening. Highs: mid 70’s. Winds: NE @ 5-10 MPH, veering SE afternoon. Overnight: Mostly cloudy. Mild. Scattered showers. Lows: high 50’s to low 60’s. Winds: S @ 5-15…… MORE
