CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Tennessee Achieves and Chattanooga State Community College got together in the CSCC Health Science Center to celebrate the over 10,000 students who have enrolled for college classes at the community college. Tennessee Achieves, which is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing an opportunity for every Tennessee student to obtain a post-secondary credential…… MORE
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Renovations to Collegedale imagination station
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – The Collegedale Imagination Station is undergoing some pretty exciting renovations that are set to bring more fun and enjoyment to people of all ages. Starting Monday, November 4th, the Collegedale Imagination Station will be temporarily closed for the start of the new renovations. As this interactive park has been around for over…… MORE
Sankofa Fund Offers Free Rides to the Polls Ahead of Election Day
As Election Day approaches, the Sankofa Fund for Civic Engagement is stepping up to ensure that transportation isn’t a barrier to voting. They are offering free rides to the polls, making it easier for everyone in our community to get to their polling place. Agency officials say this emphasizes their commitment to serving the community…… MORE
Blackburn, Johnson speak on Senate Race day before election
The two candidates for Tennessee U.S. Senate, incumbent Sen.. Marsha Blackburn (left) and challenger Rep, Gloria Johnson (right) CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Election Day is almost upon us. Months of campaigning are about to end as Americans head to the ballot box. One of the primary races we’re going to be following on Tuesday is the…… MORE
Hamilton County Health Department promotes Yellow DOT program
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Hamilton County Health Department is providing emergency care as a part of the Yellow DOT program. “In 2022 there were over 5.9 estimated 5.9 million crashes, estimated with over 45,000 deaths that occurred that year and about 2.4 million injuries that occurred,” said Jake Ballard, Hamilton County Health Department. The…… MORE
Alleged aggravated assault & robbery reported in UTC parking lot
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The UTC Police Department (UTCPD) received a report of an alleged aggravated assault November 2, 2024. UTCPD reported this incident began off-campus, but ended in UTC Parking Lot #62. The report came from a non-student, who stated she got into the vehicle of an unknown male near the 1600 block of…… MORE
Marion County mother suing school system over school threat
MARION COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) — The mother of a student who was arrested in August for making a school threat in Marion County is suing the school system. In a federal lawsuit filed in the Eastern District Court of Tennessee, the mother going by “Mary Doe” says that her son was suspended for telling another…… MORE
Hamilton County Fair releases upcoming three day schedule
Hamilton County Fair HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Little Debbie Hamilton County Fair has released it’s 3-day schedule. The fair will take place over Veterans Day weekend, November 8-10, 2024. Patrons can expect to enjoy live music, various attractions, and entertainment for all ages. Three-day passes can be purchased at HamiltonTNFair.com. Single day tickets…… MORE
Jackson man arrested in Nashville for homicide in Chattanooga
Travien Cenar Reddick CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — A man from Jackson, Tennessee, has been arrested in connection with a violent home invasion that occurred nearly four years ago. Travien Cenar Reddick, 23, was taken into custody on November 1, 2024, in Nashville by the Tennessee State Patrol. Three gang members from West Tennessee had traveled…… MORE
Weather Update: Monday – November 4, 2024
WDEF-TV News 12 Tennessee River Valley weather forecast Monday: Mostly cloudy, mild. Windy at times. Highs: mid 70’s. Winds: SSE @ 5-15 MPH. Overnight: Mostly cloudy. Cool. Dry. Lows: low 60’s. Winds: L&V Election Day / Tuesday: Mostly cloudy, mild. Windy at times. Highs: mid 70’s. Winds: SSE @ 5-15 MPH. Overnight: Mostly cloudy. Cool.…… MORE
