Nick Hill

Reporter

Nick is glad to be serving his home community as a reporter! Born right here in Chattanooga, Nick is a graduate of Hixson High School, then went to Knoxville to attend the University of Tennessee. While there, he marched in the Pride of the Southland Marching Band and worked in radio at UT’s college radio station, eventually becoming co-sports director. He then came back home and joined the News 12 team in March 2022 as a producer for News 12 This Morning. He is excited to tell the stories of the Tennessee Valley!

When not at work, Nick enjoys podcasting, reading, and traveling. Feel free to get in touch with Nick at nhill@wdef.com if you have a great story idea!

Articles

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Sandhill Crane Festival Draws Nature Lovers to the Hiwassee

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October 6, 2022

BIRCHWOOD, Tenn. (WDEF)- Bird watching enthusiasts are gathering along the Hiwassee River this weekend to enjoy some peak views. (more…)

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Fire Displaces East Chattanooga Family

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October 6, 2022

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A family in East Chattanooga has lost everything after a house fire early Saturday Morning. (more…)

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Tornado Confirmed in Meigs County

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October 6, 2022

(Courtesy: VEC) DECATUR, Tenn. (WDEF)- The National Weather Service in Morristown confirmed that a tornado touched down in Meigs County on Thursday morning. (more…)

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McKamey Animal Center Searching for Missing Dog

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October 6, 2022

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The McKamey Animal Shelter needs your help to find a runaway dog from their facility. (more…)

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Cleveland Police Searching for Missing Woman

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October 6, 2022

CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Cleveland Police Department is searching for a missing woman in Cleveland.…

MAPCO Holds National Hiring Event

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October 6, 2022

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Mapco Convenience Stores in the Chattanooga area held open interviews today as part of their national hiring event. (more…)

Tivoli Theatre Renovations Continuing

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October 6, 2022

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Work is continuing on renovating and expanding the Tivoli Theatre in downtown Chattanooga. (more…)

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Covenant Sports Management Students Get Huge Opportunity

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October 6, 2022

LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN, Ga. (WDEF)- A group of sports management majors at Covenant College about to get some big time…

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Wall Collapses, Cars Damaged Downtown Chattanooga

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October 6, 2022

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Part of a building collapsed Thursday morning in Downtown Chattanooga. (more…)

UTC and Chattanooga State Create Applied Leadership Program

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October 6, 2022

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Adults looking to return to school have a new option here in Chattanooga. (more…)

Nokian Tyres To Add New Jobs In Rhea County

Nokian Tyres to Add New Jobs in Rhea County

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October 6, 2022

DAYTON, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The excitement was palpable at the Nokian Tyres plant in Dayton Wednesday morning. (more…)

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Men Urged to take Care of their Mental Health

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October 6, 2022

Warning: This Story Contains Mention of Suicide. If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts, you can always contact the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline…

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Road Work Causing Delays on Signal Mountain

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October 6, 2022

SIGNAL MOUNTAIN, Tenn. (WDEF) - Drivers on Signal Mountain should expect delays as they go up and down the mountain for the next few weeks.…

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Two Shot as Man Attempts to Recover Stolen Vehicle

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October 6, 2022

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Two people have been injured after a shooting this afternoon in Chattanooga. (more…)

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CPD and McKamey Animal Shelter Looking for Suspected Animal Abuser

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October 6, 2022

UPDATE: There's a tragic update in this story. (more…)

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Hope Community Fridge Holds Grand Opening to Public

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October 6, 2022

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- There is a new resource available for those struggling with food insecurity in our community. (more…)

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Second Annual ModelCon Held in Chattanooga

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October 6, 2022

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Scale model enthusiasts in our community gathered at the Chattanooga Convention Center today. (more…)

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Memorials Dedicated to Late Marion County Detective

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October 6, 2022

JASPER, Tenn. (WDEF)- This week, two different memorials in memory of the late Marion County detective Matt Blansett were unveiled to the public. (more…)

Wreaths Across Chattanooga Asking for Volunteers for Wreath Retirements

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October 6, 2022

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Wreaths Across Chattanooga is asking for volunteers to help retire the wreaths on graves at the Chattanooga National Cemetery. (more…)

Cohutta Police Cracking Down on Police Station Trespassers

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October 6, 2022

COHUTTA, Ga. (WDEF)- The Cohutta Police Department has a warning for the public.…

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Governor Lee Touts New Transportation Infrastructure Bill in Chattanooga

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October 6, 2022

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Tennessee Governor Bill Lee made a visit to the Scenic City today. (more…)

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Tractor Trailer Flips on its Side on Riverside Drive

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October 6, 2022

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Traffic had to be shut down on Riverside Drive earlier this afternoon due to a crash. (more…)

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Fire Displaces Eight Residents

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October 6, 2022

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A fire on Tuesday night has displaced 8 residents in Chattanooga. (more…)

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One Person Shot on New Year’s Eve in Alton Park

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October 6, 2022

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Chattanooga Police make an arrest after a shooting on New Year's Eve. (more…)

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New Laws in Tennessee Going Into Effect for the New Year

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October 6, 2022

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- With the New Year upon us there are new laws you need to be aware of. (more…)

Son Saves Mother From Sale Creek House Fire

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October 6, 2022

SALE CREEK, Tenn. (WDEF)- A man in Sale Creek drove home after church today to find his mother's house was on fire. (more…)

Blood Assurance Kicking Off 2023 With New Incentives

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October 6, 2022

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- To kick off 2023, Blood Assurance is ringing in the New Year by celebrating National Blood Donor Month. (more…)

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Shed Catches on Fire in Lookout Valley

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October 6, 2022

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A neighborhood in Lookout Valley was shutdown for a time earlier this evening. (more…)

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Suspect Killed in Chattanooga Police Chase

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October 6, 2022

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A high speed police chase came to a violent end in downtown Chattanooga this morning. (more…)

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Girl’s Leadership Summit to Tackle Gen Z Issues

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October 6, 2022

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- An upcoming summit is aiming to help young women and girls navigate the challenges and dangers presented…

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Man Involved in Deadly Christmas Crash Charged with Vehicular Homicide

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October 6, 2022

CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF)-A man involved in a deadly Christmas Night crash in Bradley County has been booked into Bradley County Jail. (more…)

Police Urge Caution for New Year’s Celebrations

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October 6, 2022

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- At today's press conference, Chattanooga Police urged the public to ring in the New Year responsibly. Their focus was on encouraging those who go out to celebrate to have designated drivers or use a rideshare service. (more…)

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Two Dead after Crash on Shallowford Road; Driver Charged with Vehicular Homicide

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October 6, 2022

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- There is a tragic update to the two vehicle crash that occurred on the 6200 block of Shallowford Road at the…

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Crash Shuts Down Shallowford Road

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October 6, 2022

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Chattanooga Police responded to a violent crash on Shallowford Road earlier…

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House Damaged in East Ridge Fire

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October 6, 2022

EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF)- The East Ridge Fire Department had to fight a fire late Tuesday afternoon. (more…)

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Crews Working to Clean Up Train Crash Wreckage in Collegedale

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October 6, 2022

COLLEGEDALE, Tenn. (WDEF)- Crews are currently working to clean up…

Teacher and Husband Killed in Christmas Crash in Bradley County

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October 6, 2022

CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF)- A teacher in Bradley County and her husband are dead following a fatal crash on Christmas Night. (more…)

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Man Injured in Two Truck Crash in Ooltewah

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October 6, 2022

OOLTEWAH, Tenn. (WDEF)- A crash in Ooltewah injured one person and snarled traffic earlier this afternoon. (more…)

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Signal Mountain Family Loses Home in Christmas Eve Fire

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October 6, 2022

SIGNAL MOUNTAIN, Tenn. (WDEF)- A rash of house fires have left numerous families homeless in the Chattanooga area. (more…)

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Neighborhood Clubhouse Catches Fire in Ooltewah

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October 6, 2022

OOLTEWAH, Tenn. (WDEF)- A fire took place in Ooltewah Saturday afternoon. (more…)