Rain takes a break soon (finally!) and a possibility of stronger storms this weekend. Maybe some winter weather by this time next week? All that and much more in tonight's @WDEFNews12 exclusive video #weatherblog #WeatherOvertime.

#FloodWarning is extended for South Chickamauga Creek Near Chickamauga TN affecting Hamilton & Catoosa Counties. At 8:15 PM EST Wednesday the stage was 13.1 feet. The river is expected to rise above flood stage tomorrow morning to a crest of 20.5 feet tomorrow evening.

Threat of severe weather tonight. More extensive possibility for severe storms this weekend. Definitely time to be #WeatherAware. We'll help you do that tonight on our exclusive video #weatherblog #WeatherOvertime

Thanks to @WDEFNews12 viewer George Humphrey from Chattanooga for a view way up on #LookoutMountain, Wednesday's @LangleyRoofing #WeatherWindow #PictureOfTheDay. Got #weatherpix to share? Go to

PLAN HAMILTON: Dozens of homebuilders and realtors opposed a plan to limit growth at Wednesday’s Hamilton County Commission meeting. Learn More:

WAMP DISCUSSION: After speaking with the local pastor about his controversial sermon, we spoke with Mayor Weston Wamp as to why he wants him to resign from the Regional Planning Agency. More Details:

#WDEFWeather #News12Weather @FPChatt #SchoolDayForecast: Leftover stray showers should be mostly over with around first bell with patchy fog possible. Clearing skies through the rest of the day with near normal temperatures.

Going to need rain protection tonight taking the pupper on the nightly walk. Thanks to @WDEFNews12 viewer Brenleigh Smith from Athens for a view of 9 y/o pupper Harper, Wednesday's #DogWalkingForecast #DogPicture of the day. Submit yours at

IS IT OVER?: Will the penny fade into history after the president ordered the U.S. Treasury to stop minting new ones? Learn More:

ANTI-SEMITISM: From hate crimes to online harassment, Jewish communities are facing growing threats across the U.S. Jewish communities are speaking out, and they say they need allies. More Details:

#WDEFWeather #News12Weather #BlipCast Wednesday Evening: After a dismal mid-week, the sun returns tomorrow. Rain may be out of the way for Thursday & Friday but a new storm system on Saturday bears watching. Details tonight on @WDEFNews12 at 5:30, 6, 7 & 11.

SCHOOL CLOSING: Polk County Schools are operating on a remote learning day tomorrow, Thursday, February 13, 2025 due to the risk of flooding.

SCHOOL CLOSING: McMinn County Schools will be closed Thursday, February 13, 2025 due to illness and the forecasted flooding.

MORE CHARGES: One man is facing additional charges for leading law enforcement on multiple pursuits, involving one outside Hamilton County. More Details:

NOAA Storm Prediction Center posts #MarginalRisk for #severeweather over the southern @WDEFNews12 viewing area for Wednesday evening. Main threat for stronger storms will be damaging winds. Worst tornado threat should remain farther south for late tonight.

RESTORATION PROJECT: Several organizations have been working to restore a Catoosa County Sheriff's Office Pontiac Trans Am patrol car from 1981. Reports say it was discovered in a Whitfield County junk yard. Learn More:

SCHOOL CLOSING: Marion County Schools will be closed Thursday, February 13, 2025 due to illness and the threat of flooding.

REMAINS FOUND: Authorities have confirmed the identity of a man whose remains were found near Burrell Mountain, but the circumstances of his death remain unknown. More Details:

TAX RELIEF?: A local lawmaker is proposing a bill to lift the sales tax on some baby products including, diapers, infant formula and baby wipes. Learn More:

RETURNED: Marc Fogel, an American schoolteacher who had been detained in Russia since 2021, arrived back in the U.S. late Tuesday night after negotiating his release earlier that day. More Details: