Adelvis Rodriguez-Carmona, an affiliated member of Tren de Argaua, at his first court appearance in Hamilton County, CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The four people arrested two weeks ago at a Chattanooga motel connected to a Venezuelan gang in a human trafficking sting made their initial court appearance Wednesday morning. Adelvis Rodriguez-Carmona was arrested on patronizing prostitution and multiple drug and firearm…
Months after Hurricane Helene made landfall, a cold snap is gripping the Southeastern portion of the U.S., including in Asheville, North Carolina, where people still displaced by the storm are facing bitter temperatures that have dropped to the teens. Helene made landfall on Sept. 26, near Perry, Florida. It slammed six states, causing widespread damage. The North Carolina Department of Health and…
Dolly Parton’s French bulldog faces holiday dilemma in new children’s book, “Billy the Kid Comes Home for Christmas” Dolly Parton’s latest venture hits close to home. The country legend’s new children’s book stars her own French bulldog Billy in a Christmas tale that mirrors her career’s biggest challenge: Choosing between the spotlight and family. Appearing on “CBS Mornings” from Nashville on Wednesday,…
NEW YORK – UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was killed in a shooting Wednesday morning outside a hotel in Midtown, Manhattan, the NYPD says. A spokesperson for United Health told CBS News the shooting took place during the company’s investors conference. Police sources say the 50-year-old CEO was shot once in the chest in what appears to be a targeted attack. He…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) McCallie beat Baylor for the state title last year at Finley Stadium. Red Raiders then got revenge during the regular season in October. Now Big Blue seeks redemption, as the Chattanooga rivals battle again Thursday in the state finals. Fans go nuts for the Baylor-McCallie rivalry game. But a state title showdown between the Blue Tornado and Red Raiders…
CHATTANOOGA (December 3, 2024) – The Chattanooga Mocs men’s basketball team saw its five-game winning streak snapped in a tough 80-62 defeat to in-state foe Lipscomb inside McKenzie Arena on Tuesday night during non-conference action. Chattanooga (5-4) struggled on the defensive end of the floor after allowing Lipscomb (5-4) to shoot a highly efficient 57.9% (33-of-57) from the field, the…
Jasper, TN-(WDEF-TV) Marion County returns to the state title game Saturday, where they’ll battle Milan for the 2A crown. As Brian Armstrong reports, it has been a minute since the Warriors have won the gold ball. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – With the holidays right around the corner, scammers are on the hunt for new ways to trick consumers. As the holidays are approaching, hackers are on the rise. Michael Bruemmer, the Vice President and Head of Global Data Breach Resolution and Consumer Protection at Experian, says, “Early detection about any potential things, whether it’s a simple…
Signal Mountain, TN (WDEF) – Caleb Rowland is a young teacher, but he has really hit the ground running at Nolan Elementary. He’s always researching fun projects for his students, and he also heads up the school newspaper. We spend some quality time in Mr. Rowland’s class for this week’s Golden Apple Award. Ashley Aldridge Wilson is the Principal at…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Giving Tuesday, which falls right after Black Friday and Cyber Monday, allows for the shift from consumerism to compassion. It serves as a time to support nonprofits, local charities, and community initiatives that make a real difference in people’s lives. Locally, the Chatt Foundation and Bloom Creative Summit invited the community to join in on various…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The housing crisis has been the topic of much discussion for years as many find it increasingly difficult to obtain. New alarming statistics revealed on Tuesday drive home the totality of the issue shared by attorneys with Legal Aid of East Tennessee. Their agency, which has received ARPA funds from the city of Chattanooga, has worked with nearly…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Holiday Cheer is in the air as the MAINx24 festival returns back the scenic city this weekend. “We are looking forward to this day all year long. MAINx24 is all about celebrating the fantastic businesses and restaurants and really just everything that happens on the south side,” said Kelly Allen, volunteer with the MAINx24 committee The 24-hour…
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)- As cold temperatures drop. Heating and air experts are making sure folks are aware of how to heat your home safely. “If you are not taking care of the maintenance on these. It is very critical that these stay clean, and if they are clogged up or dirty, it can definitely reduce the efficiency of the…
Today on Mom to Mom, we are making snowman pumpkins! If you still have some pumpkins left over from Halloween or Thanksgiving that have not been carved, believe it or not, pumpkins do last for up to three months! So what we’re going to do are create snowmen out of these pumpkins, so we don’t have to waste them! First,…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — A new site has been proposed for the new Chattanooga federal courthouse. The new site is located on Vine Street. Originally, there were two proposed sites for this new courthouse, Hawk Hill Stadium Site, and the TVA Office Complex. This new site is a one-block area, containing 4.12 acres. The new federal courthouse plans include 190,701…
RED BANK, Tenn. (WDEF) – Red Bank firefighters contained a garage fire Monday evening at 3390 Easton Avenue. Firefighters responded to a call reporting a fire in a 2-car garage and upstairs bedroom. According to Chief Brent Sylar, the Red Bank Fire Department reported, “fire crews conducted a primary and secondary search and found no one in the home.” The…
CLEVELAND, TN (WDEF) – Great things are going on at Cleveland City Schools, and the state is taking notice. Cleveland High is celebrating a three peat as a level 5 school. It’s a testament to continuing improvements across the board. That’s a rock-solid example of what’s right with our schools. Bob Pritchard is the Principal at Cleveland High. He explains,…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – One local program is redefining ways to show older adults that they are never too old to learn a new hobby. Ageless Inspirations, known for promoting wellness and creativity for all ages, is continuing to host free monthly classes on varying hobbies at the Northgate library. Individuals 55 and up are encouraged to get out and…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The U.S. Supreme Court will be hearing a case this week that will determine the future of health care for transgender youth in Tennessee. In 2023, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee signed into law Senate Bill 1. This law prohibits medical providers from giving minors under the age of 18 gender affirming care such as puberty blockers or…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Over the weekend, officers with the Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) responded to a shooting on Glass Street. At 1:02 a.m., December 1, 2024, officers responded to a person shot call in the 2300 block of Glass Street. Upon arrival, officers discovered a 22-year-old male with non-life-threatening injuries. CPD said Hamilton County EMS responded to the…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — A Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) partnership is awarding over a million dollars to a number of schools in the Tennessee Valley. These STEM grants will impact more than 130,000 students. If you’re wondering what this benefits, think dual enrollment-focused programs and new tech like 3D printing. Students can now gain hands-on technical experience. Any school that…
Rock City’s Kim Jackson joins News 12’s Amelia Greer to highlight new and returning sights to Rock City’s Enchanted Garden of Light. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Even after 30 years, Rock City’s Enchanted Garden of Light continues to shine brightly and spread holiday cheer from the Lookout Mountain overlook. Rock City truly brings the magic of the holidays together with…
BIRCHWOOD, Tenn. (WDEF) – As the Christmas season quickly approaches, local business owner Alex Frick tells us all about her ice cream sandwiches that make perfect, edible gifts for your loved ones. If you’re looking for a magical treat to sprinkle into the holiday season, The Milky Cow’s delicious ice cream sandwiches may be just what you’re looking for. Some…
SODDY DAISY, Tenn. (WDEF) – With December now upon us, cities around the county are beginning their holiday celebrations. Hundreds gathered together Sunday afternoon to experience one of Soddy Daisy’s most beloved holiday season’s favorite traditions. The city’s annual Christmas Parade took place through the streets of the city starting at Harrison Lane to Sequoyah Road and featured marching…