GEORGIA — Four individuals have been convicted in the shooting death of Dakota Bottomlee that occurred on October 31, 2024 at his residence in Chickamauga, Georgia. A Walker County jury found Marcus Allen Chambers, James Logan Darty, Kayla Michelle McClure, and Brayden Niri Whatley guilty of Malice Murder, two counts of Felony Murder, Criminal Attempt to Commit Armed Robbery, and…
BRADLEY COUNTY — Five vehicles were involved in a crash on I-75 at mile marker 24 in Bradley County, which temporarily shut down the roadway. One person was extracted and transported to a local hospital with non life threatening injuries, according to Bradley County EMS. The incident also included a cow. The roadway has been reopened. Categories: Bradley County, Featured,…
The Collegedale Police Department (CPD) has recognized three women for stepping up to help attempt to save a baby who was left in a hot car in August of 2024. On August 12, 2024, Chief of Police Jack Sapp encountered a medical emergency involving an unresponsive infant who had been left inside a hot vehicle. Three women, Dr. Laura Thomas, Jessica…
UPDATE: A resident suffered burns in a house fire this morning in Cohutta, Georgia. It happened around 6 a.m. at a home on Chattanooga Road. The Whitfield County Fire Chief tells us the victim suffered burns to the hand and was transported to the hospital. No one else was hurt. Their initial report found that it was an accidental electrical…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — On January 1, 2026, Highway 58 Volunteer Fire Department responded to a fully involved structure fire on Ooltewah-Georgetown Road. Hamilton County Sheriff and EMS provided on-scene support. Tri-Community responded to the scene with manpower and a tanker, according to the HWY 58 VFD. Bradley County provided standby coverage at Station 2 and Chattanooga Fire provided standby coverage…
An 11-year-old called 911 on January 5 to report an air fryer cooker was on fire in their kitchen. Dallas Bay Volunteer Fire Department (Dallas Bay VFD) responded to the 7800 block area of Moses Road around 11:40 a.m. and arrived to smoke coming from inside the home. Both children (11 years) were able to escape the house and no…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Join us at Prime News at 7 to meet this week’s Pet of the Week: Tina! A spunky, sweet puppy looking for her forever home! This fun-loving girl is bursting with puppy energy! She lights up the moment she gets out of her kennel and can’t wait to run around the play yard or go for a…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Erlanger East Hospital has welcomed its first baby of 2026. Birdie, the daughter of Alexis and Brandon Wilson, was born at 12:04 a.m. on New Year’s Day. They report mom and baby are doing well. Congratulations from the News 12 team. Categories: Chattanooga, Featured, Health, Local News Tags: baby, Born, health, New Year’s Day
A Chattanooga private school destroyed by the 2020 Easter Tornado in East Brainerd is finally starting to come out of the ground. Grace Baptist Academy was destroyed by that EF 3 Tornado at the corner of Shallowford and Jenkins Roads. They have struggled to rebuild due to holdups with FEMA funding. However, the school and church are finally in the…
DALTON, Ga. — The Dalton Police Department is asking for the public’s help to identify who was driving a car that struck a parked vehicle before leaving the scene. At approximately 1:20 pm, a red Dodge Challenger entered the Walmart parking lot at 815 Shugart Road and pulled into a parking spot next to a red Kia K4, according to…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — On December 30, 2025, a vehicle crashed into an Amnicola Building after swiping a school bus. Around 10:30 a.m., first responders responded to 4300 Amnicola Highway after a vehicle swiped a school bus, went over railroad tracks and into a commercial building, according to the Chattanooga Fire Department. Firefighters extricated the injured driver, who was transported to…
HAMILTON COUNTY — Join us at Prime News at 7 to meet this week’s Pet of the Week: Zeke! Zeke did not get the memo that he is 10! You’re only as old as you feel, and Zeke said he feels like a young buck! Don’t let his age fool you! With the most adorable toothy grin, stellar ears, and…
GILMER COUNTY — The Gilmer County Sheriff’s Office (GCSO) is searching for 40-year-old convicted felon Terry Franklin Turner. Turner is a convicted felon and has an active arrest warrant for Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon, according to the GCSO. Deputies responded to calls regarding a male acting erratically and carrying a rifle on December 26. Witnesses reported…
MARION COUNTY — The Marion County Sheriff’s Department is seeking assistance in identifying a suspect of interest of vandalism and theft from a vending machine at Red Roof Inn in Kimball on December 28. If you have any information, call 423-942-2525. Categories: Crime, Featured, Marion County Tags: Kimball, Marion County, Marion County Sheriff’s Office, theft, Vandalism
DUNLAP, Tenn. — A motorcycle accident on December 26 prompted an emergency response after causing a fire in Dunlap. Dunlap Fire Department responded to a motorcycle accident on Old Union Road near the SVEC substation around 7 p.m. The motorcycle left the roadway and crashed into the ditch and caught on fire, according to the Dunlap Fire Department. The driver…
HALETOWN — On Saturday, December 27, two people were rescued following a collision on Highway 41. First responders found two people trapped in one vehicle. After extrication, the individuals were transported to the hospital, according to the Haletown Volunteer Fire Department. The driver of the second car received minor injuries. Categories: Featured Tags: collision, Haletown Volunteer Fire Department, Hospital, Injured,…
APISON, Tenn. — Firefighters responded to an outbuilding fire on Huckabee Trail in Apison on Christmas Day. An outbuilding caught fire and collapsed prior to firefighters arrival, according to the Tri-Community Volunteer Fire Department. They say crews worked to prevent the fire from spreading to a nearby house and helped limit damage. Categories: Featured, Local News Tags: Apison, Christmas, Fire
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Santa, Mrs. Claus and the Child Life team visited every patient room at Children’s Hospital at Erlanger on Christmas Eve. In all, 98 patients were visited. They brought the holiday magic to the youngest of patients. Categories: Chattanooga, Featured, Health, Local News Tags: Children’s Hospital at Erlanger, Christmas, Christmas Eve, holiday
OOLTEWAH, Tenn. — A facility fire in Ooltewah on December 21 prompted a response from the Highway 58 Volunteer Fire Department (VFD) and caused temporary relocations. Highway 58 VFD responded to an automatic commercial fire alarm at a 24/7 care facility in Ooltewah. An electrical fire originated in the facility’s restroom, according to the Highway 58 VFD. The fire was…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — The Chattanooga Fire Department (CFD) has announced the retirement of Captain Eric Gordon (Engine 16 Red Shift). “Thank you for what you’ve contributed to this department and for all that you’ve done for the community.” – Fire Chief Terry Knowles said. The CFD praised him for his dedication, respect and kindness. Captain Gordon’s fellow firefighters said the…
Police are accusing up to four teenagers with stealing merchandise from stores and then selling it again on Facebook Marketplace. Investigators say it started with a shoplifting spree at the Gunbarrel Boot Barn. The store manager reported that a group of three stole more than $2,000 worth of products on December 14. She said one walked out in a $300…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Join us at Prime News at 7 to meet this week’s Pet of the Week: Bernard! Bernard is a little pocket-sized pittie mix with short legs, a muscular build, and a sweet disposition. He is around 6-years-old, weighs less than 40 lbs., and is a cuddly, sweet little lovebug! Bernard LOVES toys. He plays nicely with his…
An occupant was taken to the hospital following an early morning fire near the Tennessee and North Carolina border in the mountains. It happened in the Wolf creek community near Gee Creek on the Tennessee side. Fire Departments from both states responded. The occupant was taken to the hospital for observation, but there were no other injuries. The home was…
It may be the last weeks of 2025, but next year’s political season begins today. Qualifying begins for local elections to be held next spring. Candidates have two months to file the paperwork to actually enter a race. The primary election is in May. There will be 12 races on the ballot in Hamilton County, including Mayor and Sheriff. The…