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Protecting Canine Officers in Chattanooga

A Chattanooga woman has made it her life's mission to protect one of the city's greatest assets: police dogs. They cost the department $15 to $16,000 a piece. Several months ago Robin Scott started an effort to raise money for canine bullet proof vests. WDEF News 12's Alisha Searl shows us how far she's come in such a short time.

Hamilton County Judge Discusses Youth Crime in Chattanooga

Youth crime. It was a hot topic today at the Kiwanis Club of Chattanooga. Juvenile Court Judge Rob Philyaw laid out a plan to get children off the streets of Chattanooga. And as WDEF News 12's Alisha Searl found out, he plan had a lot to do with curfew and truancy

New Vision for Chattanooga

If you're wondering what downtown Chattanooga could look like in 20 years, listen up. The city center community now has a good idea thanks to your input this week. WDEF News 12's Alisha Searl has the latest details in this developing story.

Through Irish Eyes: Wrestling in Georgia

On advice from those who told me wrestling in the US was like nothing i could ever have seen before, we went in search of events and rings and came across Empire Pro in North Georgia.

Local Veterans React to Potential Loss of Benefits

Millions of veterans, including those here in the Tennessee Valley, could stop receiving benefits come November 1st. Some say it's another example of how the government shutdown is taking a toll on the American people. WDEF News 12's Alisha Searl spoke to local veterans about what this could mean for them.

Victims Claim Stolen Property From Meigs County

More than a dozen people in Meigs County got the chance to reclaim their stolen property today. A couple was recently charged with stealing two to 500,000 worth of property from multiple counties. Meigs County Sheriff, Jackie Melton, says it was the largest theft ring he's seen in more than 36 years. WDEF News 12's Alisha Searl spoke with one victims who's happy to have her vehicle back, among several other things.

Walnut Street Bridge Receives National Recognition

The Walnut Street Bridge receives national recognition Tuesday from the American Planning Association. It's now one of the 10 Great Public Spaces for 2013. City leaders met at the bridge Tuesday morning for a special ceremony. As WDEF News 12's Alisha Searl found out, the award brings more than just bragging rights.

Chattanooga Firefighters Injured in Morning Blaze

Three Chattanooga firefighters are recovering from burns after battling a morning house fire. It happened on 4th Avenue in East Lake. WDEF News 12's Alisha Searl tells us what was inside that could have injured the firefighters.

Local Mental Health Experts Weigh in on Capitol Hill Shooting

Mental illnesses are once again being called into question. That's after a reports say a mother suffering from Post Partum Depression rammed her car into a barrier near the White House. She was later shot while trying to leave. WDEF News 12's Alisha Searl spoke with a mental health counselor to see if her behavior was characteristic of a woman with PPD.

Deadly Church Bus Crash Raises Questions

Questions arise a day after a church bus crash in East Tennessee. It killed 8 people and injured 14 others. Early reports say the bus had a blowout in one of its tires. That leads us to ask the question, when you have a blowout, at what speed can it become fatal? Can it be prevented? WDEF News 12's Alisha Searl has the answers.

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