UPDATE (12/13/2024): The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) has released new details on the bomb threat on Apison Pike. HCSO announced that the suspect who was arrested was a juvenile. The School Resource Deputy (SRD) at Ooltewah High School was contacted by a student who claimed another students told them he had explosives in a briefcase on the bus. HCSO…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — We’re learning more about what caused the apartment fire in Northshore late last month. The Chattanooga Fire Department (CFD) stated the cause was accidental and in “electrical nature”. This incident is the fire departments first large-scale incident related to an electric vehicle (EV). CFD also reported that two vehicles near the EV burned and most of…
ROSSVILLE, Ga. (WDEF) — A Rossville man was recently sentenced after murdering his live-in girlfriend last year. On the morning of October 5, 2023, Christopher Bullock shot and killed his live-in girlfriend over financial issues. Bullock also shot himself in the side of the head, attempting to take his own life. The victims 7-year-old grandson found Bullock with the gunshot…
BRAINERD, Tenn. (WDEF) — One person is dead after a stabbing occurred at the Family Dollar on Brainerd Road Thursday morning. Chattanooga Police (CPD) responded to 5000 Brainerd Road at 9:07 a.m. on a report of a female employee stabbed. Upon arrival, officers located a female employee in critical condition. She was transported to Erlanger Hospital where she later died….
CHATTANOOGA, TN – While most tech shows this time of year are scrambling to make their last-minute gift guides and coming up with all the tech that you might need for Christmas. At Tech Byte, we like to think that we help you make your Christmas wish list year round. With all the tech we cover and the influences that…
CHI Memorial’s Dr. Rob Headrick returns to give an update on the amount of lung screenings during Lung Cancer Awareness month. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – CHI Memorial made several patients “breathe easy” last month with dozens of lung screenings during Lung Cancer Awareness month. This year, the Breathe Easy coach traveled to Girls Preparatory School in Chattanooga to bring awareness…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Boyd Buchanan beat rival Notre Dame 53-37 in a district matchup on Thursday evening. The first half was a bit of a struggle offensively, as Boyd Buchanan led it just 20-11 at halftime. The Bucs never surrendered the lead in the second half. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
Cleveland, TN-(WDEF-TV) The Lee basketball teams split their conference doubleheader with the University of West Alabama on Thursday at Walker Arena. The women beat the Tigers 82-66. Mallory Hampton led the Flames with 27 points. The men on the other hand lost a tough one by a final of 68-67. The men fell to 0-3 in the Gulf South Conference….
Calhoun, GA-(WDEF-TV) Calhoun chases another state championship next week in Atlanta. The Yellow Jackets made it to the finals with a freshman quarterback in Trace Hawkins. Brian Armstrong catches up with the young Yellow Jacket passer. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Tennessee Legislature is set to take on a controversial topic for the second straight year. Their decision will have effects on the future of education in the Volunteer State. The issue of taxpayer dollars going to students to fund their education in private schools is so divisive that proponents call it school choice while opponents call…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Developers say the construction of the South Broad Stadium has reached a milestone. Around 78,000 tons of soil has been moved to create the bowl that eventually will host the baseball field. This, developers say, is happening on schedule and within the budget. They say that ongoing crushing of the concrete that once filled the site is…
COLLEGEDALE, Tenn. (WDEF) – Researchers at Southern Adventist University are bringing the prehistoric past into the digital future in a very unique way. The project is part of a groundbreaking effort to harness AI for paleontology. The goal? To train computer models to identify and categorize fossilized dinosaur teeth with precision, helping scientists better understand ancient ecosystems. When asked more…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – It has almost been one week since a wildland fire disrupted one of the city’s most iconic attractions and we are finally getting answers as to how it’s suspected to have happened. After a thorough investigation by a National Park Service investigator, the cause of the wildfire that ignited Lookout Mountain Battlefield was determined to be…
Last week, we took you back to the Cabbage Patch Doll frenzy of the 1980s in our Thursday Throwback. This week, we’re looking at the dark side of hot toys. We found some Cabbage Patch look-a-like dolls… but they didn’t quite match up to the real thing. Categories: Featured, From The Archives Tags: From The Archives, Thursday Throwback
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Christmas is in the air and News 12 is ringing in the Holiday season with the annual Battle of The Bells. “Today is the kickoff from our battles of L competition between our three favorite TV stations, and of course, Channel 12 being my favorite double digit station, but we are out here in front of Hamilton…
TYNER, Tenn. (WDEF) — One person has been arrested after an assault incident at Tyner Middle School. The School Resource Deputy (SRD) responded to the front of the school at approximately 2:10 p.m. regarding a reported fight. Upon arrival, the SRD found two adult males fighting, and called for additional sources. The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Department (HCSO) stated it was…
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) A Cleveland middle school is making strides in inclusion and unity as they are awarded a prestigious honor marking them as the first school in all of Bradley County to do so. Ocoee Middle School has officially been recognized as a Unified Champion School. This designation, given by Special Olympics, is awarded to schools that actively promote…
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) The city of Cleveland and Meigs County have been awarded one million dollars in grant funding to restore and preserve its historic buildings. This significant funding will help breathe new life into some of Cleveland’s most treasured landmarks, ensuring that their rich history is kept for future generations. In Cleveland, the funds will focus on restoring key…
Lawson Electric is celebrating 100 years in business. From a major solar generator to electrical work at your home this company continues to produce success. We learn why students should consider a trade in Driving Our Economy Forward. “Lawon Electric is a full service electrical contractor. We are licensed in 17 states both as electrical contractors and engineers. We do…
Janie Parks Varnell, Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp’s nominee for Hamilton County Attorney, speaking to the Hamilton County Commission Wednesday. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Hamilton County Commissioners discussed the future of the county attorney position Wednesday. This comes after years of back and forth between Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp and county attorney Rheubin Taylor. At the heart of the discussion…
CHATTANOOGA,Tenn. (WDEF)- Erlanger celebrated the Life Force Flight Program of the Year Award and 35 Years of Service with a ceremony Wednesday. “To be recognized from across the country, some really outstanding programs to see life force and Erlanger at the top of that list is very exciting,” said Robbie Tester, Vice President of Patient Logistics at Erlanger Erlanger’s Life…
Lookout Mountain Wildfire / Chattanooga Fire Department LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN, Tenn. (WDEF) — We’re learning more about what caused the wildfire on Lookout Mountain Saturday morning. According to the National Park Service, the wildfire occurred because of a rockslide. A large rock slide occurred at 5:30 a.m. December 7, 2024. This was likely due to “freeze/thaw action”. Large boulders struck many…
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) — A new Veteran Treatment Court will soon be active in the Hamilton County Justice System. Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp along with judges Gary Starnes and Boyd Patterson made this announcement December 11, 2024. This new program is aimed at addressing the unique needs of local veterans who are involved in the criminal justice…
Dr. Joe Trahan and Joseph Abreu join News 12’s Chip Chapman as they celebrate an honor for the Lookout Chapter of PRSA. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Lookout Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America gathers on Wednesday to celebrate a proclamation and accomplishments the organization has achieved. Joseph Abreu, the national chair for PRSA, traveled to Chattanooga for…