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Luigi Mangione, charged in UnitedHealthcare CEO’s shooting, awaits extradition to NYC. Here’s what happens next.

CBS News,

NEW YORK — Luigi Mangione, the suspect in United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson’s killing, is expected to be extradited to New York City to face murder charges. He is currently being held without bail in Altoona, Pennsylvania, where authorities say the extradition process could take days, if not weeks. Investigators are now pouring through what they call a mountain of evidence, trying to…

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Mom to Mom – Pizza Pan Christmas Countdown

WDEF News,

Today on Mom to Mom, we are creating a Countdown to Christmas Clock using a pizza pan! The Countdown to Christmas is officially on, and you might have a ton of Countdown Christmas Clocks already, but this one is super personal, very inexpensive, and your kids will have a blast making it! All you’ll need for this Christmas Countdown Clock…

This Morning The Salvation Army Of Chattanooga
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Ring, ring, ring! The Battle of the Bells is upon us!

Khristine Arnold,

Major Douglas McClure joins News 12’s Chip Chapman to ring in the last call for Angel Tree donations and to start ringing for Battle of the Bells donations. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Salvation Army is ringing their bells across the Scenic City to ring in the giving season. The Angel Tree donations are due on December 13 at 1600…

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Sylvan Learning of Chattanooga offers ways to teach gratitude this season

Khristine Arnold,

Sylvan Learning of Chattanooga’s Center Director John Peoples shares ways to teach children gratitude this season. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Sylvan Learning of Chattanooga pivots from academic focuses to emotional focus by teaching students gratitude during a time of thankfulness. The Sylvan Learning of Chattanooga offers academic tutoring sessions, enrichment sessions, and more year round. This season, they are…

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I-75 Southbound shuts down due to a multi-vehicle crash

Khristine Arnold,

UPDATE: As of 7:30, I-75 Southbound has reopened and traffic is moving again. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – I-75 Southbound is shutdown near E. Brainerd Rd due to a multi-vehicle crash. The crash was reported just after 1 A.M. on Tuesday. Debris from the crash traveled to the northbound shoulder. The crash has caused traffic to come to a standstill near…

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Firefighters battle downtown commercial fire Tuesday

Amelia Greer,

First responders battle commercial fire in downtown Chattanooga early Tuesday morning. Picture courtesy of CFD. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Firefighters have been battling a commercial fire downtown for several hours. They responded to Huff Place off E 23rd Street just after 1:00 Tuesday morning. Engine 5 arrived on the scene and found heavy smoke billowing out of a grocery store….

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DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office respond to murder-suicide

Khristine Arnold,

  DEKALB COUNTY, Ala. (WDEF) – DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office responded to a murder-suicide on Friday, December 6. They received a call from a male residing in Mentone and needed law enforcement at his home due to multiple fatalities. While dispatchers were coordinating the response, they maintained communication with the caller. The caller said he had shot his wife and…

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Heritage Coach E.K. Slaughter Steps Down

Rick Nyman,

Heritage head football coach E.K. Slaughter has announced he is stepping down. He coached the Generals for eleven seasons. Slaughter won over 70 games during his tenure, and Heritage was a consistent playoff team. The Generals went 6-5 last year losing to Southeast Bulloch in the first round of the playoffs. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News

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No snowflake lights on the Walnut Street Bridge

Lillian Yi,

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Due to electrical issues during the installation of the snowflake lights, Chattanooga Parks and Outdoors has decided not to decorate the Walnut Street Bridge this year. Many community members have noticed the absence of the twinkling lights that usually decorate the Walnut Street Bridge. Chattanooga Parks and Outdoors said that unforeseen electrical issues was the reason…

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New pick for Hamilton County attorney unveiled as next steps explained

Nick Hill,

Janie Parks Varnell, Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp’s nominee for county attorney to replace longtime attorney Rheubin Taylor. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)-  Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp has formally announced who he wants to be the next county attorney. This after two years of a legal back and forth between him and the current county attorney, Rheubin Taylor. We reported Friday…

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Catoosa County presents 4 schools with Math Excellence Awards

Robert Hanley,

  RINGGOLD, GA. (WDEF) – In Catoosa County, students and educators have something big to celebrate excellence in math education.  The Georgia Department of Education recognized schools for significant achievements or growths in the percentage of students scoring at the professional learner level or above in math. The awarded schools, Heritage Middle School, Heritage High School, LFO High School, and…

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Lookout Mountain Incline Railway remains closed following blazing fire

Robert Hanley,

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Lookout Mountain Incline Railway will continue to remain closed following the tragic events of the weekend.  The Chattanooga Fire Department reported to the scene early Saturday morning where a brush fire was quickly spreading throughout the mountain. Ground support and a Type 1 Helicopter was able to fight and drop water on spots throughout the…

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Tennessee lawmakers defend youth transgender healthcare ban after Supreme Court hearing

Nick Hill,

From left: Sen. Adam Lowe, District 1; Rep. Greg Martin, District 26; Sen. Bo Watson, District 11; Sen. Jack Johnson, District 27; Rep. Greg Vital, District 29; Rep. Michele Reneau, District 27; and Hamilton County Commissioner Chairman Jeff Eversole, District 10 gather for a group photo at Collegedale City Hall after discussing Senate Bill 1. (Courtesy: Sen. Bo Watson) CHATTANOOGA,…

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Hamilton County Courts hold Murder Case hearing on Monday

Caleb Figgures,

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- An eight year old murder case is slowly working through Hamilton County courts.  “After the homicide Murder of Bianca Norton happen is when is when I was requested by the FBI’s supervisor at the time to come on on a special assignment to help investigate the case,” said Jeremy Winbush, Chattanooga Police Department  A judge heard motions…

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Two former Monroe County corrections officers facing misconduct charges

Rainey Randolph,

MONROE COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) —  Two former Monroe County corrections officers are facing misconduct charges after an investigation Caleb Kirkland / Monroe County Sheriff’s Office by the Tennessee Bureau Investigations (TBI). In 2022, TBI special agents were requested to investigate allegations of introduction of contraband into the Monroe County Jail. During the investigation, agents gathered enough information to identify Caleb…

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Catoosa County inmate transported to local hospital after assault incident

Rainey Randolph,

  CATOOSA COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) —  An assault occurred between two inmates at the Catoosa County Jail recently, leaving one critically Erwin Vanegas / Catoosa County Sheriff’s Office injured. Around 1:00 a.m., December 5, 2024, jail staff were made aware of an assault in progress involving two inmates. According to the Catoosa County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO), the two inmates that…

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Preliminary NTSB report released on Chattanooga plane crash

Rainey Randolph,

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) —  The preliminary National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) report of the November 19 plane crash has been released. The report states the two involved in the crash were a flight instructor and private pilot. The purpose of the flight was to prepare for the private pilot’s instrument check-ride. He goes onto to say that he conducted a…

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NYC officials give update on man questioned in CEO murder investigation

CBS News,

NEW YORK — A man in Pennsylvania is being questioned in connection to the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York City, police sources tell CBS News New York. The man was identified as 26-year-old Luigi Mangione. Sources say he was spotted at a McDonald’s by someone who’d seen photos of the person of interest in the case. “This is a strong person…

This Morning Woodcraft Of Chattanooga
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Woodcraft of Chattanooga offers a gift in the making

Khristine Arnold,

Woodcraft of Chattanooga’s Nate Hiltibran shows off all the possible handmade gifts that can be made with lessons at Woodcraft. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – One of the best gifts to receive this season is one made from the hand and the heart. Families can come together at Woodcraft this season for a bonding and educational experience with “Santa’s Workshop” this…

Collegedale Christmas Parade Brings Festive Cheer
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Collegedale Christmas parade brings festive cheer

Robert Hanley,

COLLEGEDALE, Tenn. (WDEF) – The holiday spirit is alive and well in Collegedale as their annual Christmas Parade brought festive cheer to the streets this weekend.  The event took place on and around the campus of Southern Adventist University in Collegedale, Tennessee with all invited to attend.  Local schools, businesses, and community organizations were all invited to join in the…

Local Reactions To The Lookout Mountain Railway Fire
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Local reactions to the Lookout Mountain railway fire

Lillian Yi,

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Today at 6:46 a.m., Chattanooga Fire Departments were dispatched to the 700 block of S. Scenic Highway after 911 received several calls about a fire in the woods. Lookout Mountain Fire Chief Dale Taylor described, “It was spreading slowly, but it was in an area we could not get to.” Throughout the day, residents were able…