Cohutta police officers accepting the donation of a 2009 Harley Davidson motorcycle from the Chattanooga Police Department. (Courtesy: Chattanooga Police Department) COHUTTA, Ga. (WDEF)- In Whitfield County, the Cohutta Police Department continues their long road of recovery following a devastating fire. On the morning of December 18, 2022, the Cohutta Police Department’s building was destroyed in a blaze. In that…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – With temperatures in the area staying low, one local company is stepping up in a big way to ensure no one is left out in the cold this winter. Renewal by Andersen of Chattanooga officially kicked off its highly anticipated Winter Clothing Drive, a community-focused initiative aimed at spreading warmth and compassion to those in need. …
Meet News 12’s Pet of the Week, Rhaegol! Rhaegol is a sweet and handsome boy. The Humane Educational Society (HES) says he’s full of love and tons of kisses. He’s a joy to be around with his happy go lucky character. He also plays great with other dogs and cats. If Rhaegol sounds like a good fit for you and…
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) — Harrison Pike was shut down for the second time in two weeks as firefighters fought another house fire in Cleveland. Units found Heavy smoke with fire venting from the back of the house. Thankfully, no one was inside the home. The cause of the fire is under investigation. Categories: Cleveland, Local News Tags: Cleveland, Cleveland Fire…
UPDATE (1/28/2025): Cleveland Police have made an arrest in connection to the homicide in a local neighborhood Monday morning. Charles Liner The homicide involved local realtor Karen Liner. Charlton Craig Liner, Karen’s ex-husband, was arrested and has been charged with First Degree Murder, and Felony Murder. Charlton is being held at the Bradley County Jail without bond. He is scheduled…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — A 23-year-old male has been arrested after leading Chattanooga Police (CPD) in a pursuit. Marquise Pitmon At 9:49 a.m., January 22, 2025, CPD responded to the 6300 block of Lee Highway on reports of an assault in progress. During a 911 call, a witness at a local convenience store reported that a man was assaulting a…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) is investigating a shooting that occurred on Glass Street early Sunday morning. On January 26, 2025 at 2:34 a.m., CPD responded to a local hospital for a delayed person shot call. Upon arrival, officers discovered a 24-year-old male with non-life-threatening injuries. According to CPD, the male stated that the shooting…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Industrial Development Board of Bradley County and Cleveland is set to receive funds from state Site Development Grants. Tennessee Governor Bill Lee and Department of Economic and Community Development (TNECD) Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter announced today that 11 communities across the state will receive more than $17 million in Site Development Grants. These grants…
HIXSON, Tenn. (WDEF) — Crews with the Chattanooga Fire Department (CFD) rescued a driver after a tree fell on their car Sunday night. CFD were dispatched to the 6600 block of Sandswitch Road at 5:38 p.m. January 26, 2025 on reports of a motor vehicle accident with entrapment. Upon arrival, crews found a vehicle that had been hit with a…
Rev. Jon Rector joins News 12’s Amelia Greer to invite people to the Union Gospel Mission 75th anniversary celebration. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Union Gospel Mission is celebrating 75 years of ministry and service to Chattanooga with a special banquet on February 28. Union Gospel Mission focuses on helping the community with three programs. They offer a discipleship program which…
Caitlin Stanley with Blood Assurance joins News 12’s Amelia Greer to highlight the importance of donating blood during National Blood Donor Awareness Month. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Blood Assurance is calling for blood donors during January for National Blood Donor Awareness Month due to the decrease of blood donations during the winter months. Due to the low temperatures and flu…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Friday evening, first responders responded to a structure fire that damaged a garage and the apartment above it. At 5:56 p.m., the fire department was called to a garage fire at the 4600 block of Conner Street off S. Moore Road. First responders were able to gain control of the flames and extinguish the fire not…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Early Friday evening, a local family lost everything when their duplex went up in flames, destroying all of their belongings. At 4:36 PM, firefighters responded to a duplex in the 3200 block of Rosemont Drive off S. Seminole Drive. The report stated that flames had been coming from the residential structure. When the residents of the…
Volunteers gathered at Chattanooga National Cemetery to remove the wreaths that had been placed on veterans’ graves in December. Together they worked carefully to remove the wreaths, continuing the tradition of honoring and remembering those who served. Their efforts help maintain the cemetery and prepare for next year’s Christmas wreath placing. Their commitment continues to preserve the legacy of our…
Cleveland High School is turning up the heat in a big way! The school’s Inaugural Welding Contest is shining a spotlight on the future of skilled trades, featuring talented students from their Career and Technical Education (CTE) Welding Program. “‘This is to help these kids get familiar with what a weld test will be like to land a job in…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Early Friday evening, a local family lost everything when their duplex went up in flames, destroying all of their belongings. At 4:36 PM, firefighters responded to a duplex in the 3200 block of Rosemont Drive off S. Seminole Drive. The report stated that flames had been coming from the residential structure. When the residents of the…
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- In a thrilling match at Finley Stadium, Chattanooga Football Club secured a landmark 2-1 victory over Atlanta United, marking their first-ever win against a Major League Soccer team. The Saturday afternoon clash saw Chattanooga display remarkable resilience and skill, coming from behind to clinch a memorable triumph. Match Highlights 80th minute: Atlanta breaks the deadlock Ronan Wynne…
GoMocs- It was a nail-biting, defensive classic between Chattanooga women’s basketball and East Tennessee State on Saturday in the Roundhouse, but it was ultimately a clutch basket by Caia Elisaldez with just 0:24 left in the game that proved the difference as the Mocs claimed a 48-46 victory over their in-state rival. The Mocs (9-9, 4-1 SoCon) leaned heavily upon…
GoMocs-The Chattanooga Mocs men’s basketball team made it five-straight victories inside Johnson City’s Freedom Hall after a strong second-half effort and gutsy performance led to a 71-63 win over Southern Conference rival ETSU on Saturday afternoon. In a back-and-forth, physical rivalry game, Chattanooga (13-8, 5-3 SoCon) responded from an early 12-point deficit (22-10, 8:23) by holding ETSU (12-9, 5-3 SoCon)…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) After trailing by as many as 16 points in the first half, Baylor rallied to beat Chatt Prep 61-57. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Basketball, Baylor School, Chatt Prep
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Bradley Central picked up two victories against East Hamilton on Friday night. The top ranked Bearettes beat East Hamilton 90-19, while the Bradley Central boys team notched a 56-46 victory. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Basketball, Bradley Central High School, East Hamilton High School
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Baylor edged rival McCallie 30-29 on the wrestling mat Friday at Duke Arena. Red Raiders took the victory when McCallie had to forfeit the final match because they didn’t have a competitor for that particular weight. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Basketball, Baylor School, McCallie
CHATTANOOGA, TN – In January of 1969, episode 14 of the original Star Trek series called “Whom Gods Destroy,” the crew of the enterprise faced a bad guy that used some unheard-of technology to appear as Captain Kirk. The logic of Mr. Spock would eventually win the day, but Captain Kirk had the crew remember a safe question to know…
News 12 This Morning: Jenni Berz and Kimberly Strong join News 12’s Amelia Greer to promote the 7th annual Women’s Policy Conference starting February 6th. Women will have the chance to learn from keynote speakers addressing a range of hot button issues. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — A statewide conference is celebrating seven years in Chattanooga with special keynote speakers. The…