Firearm Found in Student’s Backpack at Chattanooga Preparatory School

This morning, a gun was found at another Hamilton County school, raising serious concerns about student safety. At Chattanooga Preparatory School, a School Resource Officer and an administrator discovered a firearm in a student’s backpack. The school mandates that students leave their backpacks in a designated area as a safety measure. Despite this, the student involved managed to evade capture…

Judge to not throw out evidence in Chen murder case

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The attorney for the man charged with murder  in the November 2022 death of a Chattanooga woman argued once again for some evidence to be suppressed in that case. Jason Chen is charged with first degree murder and abuse of a corpse  in the death of Jasmine Pace. Friday, his attorney, Joshua Weiss, pursued a motion to…

Garrett Wilson Helps Fuel Signal Mountain’s Attack

Signal Mountain, TN-(WDEF-TV) Garrett Wilson has certainly helped fuel the Signal Mountain attack this season. He already has an offensive and defensive touchdown to go along with a 100-yard rushing performance. He’s a big reason why the Eagles are off to a 4-0 start. . Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Garrett Wilson, High School Football, Signal Mountain High…

Thursday Throwback: 1984 Young Republicans

The political landscape has changed a lot in our area over the last 50 years. Our area was dominated by Democrats back then. But it began to change when Ronald Reagan was elected President. For our Thursday Throwback, we look back at how Young Republicans organized at U-T-C in 1984. Categories: From The Archives Tags: From The Archives, Thursday Throwback

Firearm recovered in Chatt Prep school threat investigation

HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) —  The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) is investigating a school threat at Chattanooga Preparatory school where a weapon was recovered. The School Resource Deputy (SRD) assigned to Chattanooga Preparatory School obtained information about a weapon brought onto campus. A school administrator and the SRD recovered a backpack containing a firearm. The student in which the…

Bradley County and state officials discuss school threats on radio

BRADLEY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) — Bradley County and Tennessee state officials went on Mix 104.1 to address the rise in school threats. Bradley County’s Sheriff Steve Lawson, School Director Dr. Linda Cash, and Safety and Security Coordinator Zech Pike discussed the recent rise in school threats in the Tennessee Valley area. Linda Cash spoke about phishing online, and how it’s…

Tech Byte – More Back to School Tech From Verizon

We have our friend Winnie Wright from Verizon joining us today to bring us some more back to school tech! PATRICK: All right. So I’ve got my homework done. That’s for obviously the big kids. What about the little kids? Let’s not leave them out today. WINNIE: Yeah, as a parent, I totally get, wanting to know your kiddos location…

Lillian Yi joins News 12 team as new Weekend Anchor/Reporter

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — News 12 This Morning: Lillian Yi joins News 12’s Chip Chapman and Amelia Greer to introduce herself to viewers and answer the hard-hitting questions—like “bacon or sausage?” News 12 has added a new on-air personality to the mix. Lillian Yi will be taking over as the new Weekend Anchor and Reporter! She gained experience in production…

NW Whitfield Beats SE Whitfield 43-7

Tunnel Hill, GA-(WDEF-TV) Northwest Whitfield was too strong for rival Southeast Whitfield on Thursday night. The Bruins enjoyed a 43-7 victory. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: High School Football, Northwest Whitfield High School, Southeast Whitfield High School

Schumer says Senate will vote again on IVF protections after Trump debate comments

Washington — Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer said on Thursday that the Senate will vote next week on legislation to protect access to IVF that Republicans blocked just months ago, bringing the package back up after former President Donald Trump claimed to be a “leader” on the issue during the presidential debate this week. “Republicans can’t claim to be pro-family only to block…

Jon Bon Jovi helps woman back from ledge on Nashville bridge

Singer Jon Bon Jovi helped bring a woman back off the ledge of a pedestrian bridge in Nashville on Tuesday night, police said, in an incident captured on video. The Metropolitan Nashville Police Department said on social media Wednesday that the musician and his team helped a woman on the John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge. “A shout out to Jon Bon…

CPD conducting homicide investigation on Lillian Lane

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) —  The Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) announced they’re conducting a homicide investigation on Lillian Lane. CPD responded to a shots fired call in the 1400 block of Lillian Lane at 3:30 p.m., September 11, 2024. After officers arrived on scene, they discovered a 16-year-old male with life threatening injuries. After the Chattanooga Fire Department and Hamilton County…

LionHearts Fitness gearing up for world championships

  RINGGOLD, Ga. (WDEF)- Lionhearts Fitness is getting ready for the Obstacle Course Racing World Championships.  Lionhearts is a free fitness gym for teenagers to compete at a high level in sports. It’s located on Cloud Springs Road in Rinngold.  The students train for competitions like cross country with obstacles. The gym also offers free mentorships for students as they…

Planet Fitness offers full-body workouts for all skill sets

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Planet Fitness tries to provide a judgement free zone at all of their gyms. They also offer trainer exercises and specialized workout routines! One of the fitness training support managers, Alyssa Latham joins News 12’s Amelia Greer in the studio for an easy full-body workout. Here’s a look at some beginner workouts you can take into…

Sale Creek Volleyball Cruises to 3-0 Win Over Walker Valley

Sale Creek, TN-(WDEF-TV) The Sale Creek volleyball team won a state title last year, and it appears they have picked up where they left off last season. The Panthers rolled to another impressive win on Wednesday evening defeating Walker Valley 3-0. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: high school volleyball, Sale Creek High School, Walker Valley High School

Chattanooga Secures $20 Million Grant to Transform Alton Park with Inclusive Development

The Tennessee office of the Trust for Public Land and the City of Chattanooga are gearing up for exciting developments as they celebrate their selection for the Environmental Protection Agency’s Community Change Grant. With this $20 million grant, TPL and the City of Chattanooga will develop a more inclusive environment for the communities in the Alton Park area. We’re in…

Driving Our Economy Forward: Catoosa Chamber

Tonight we are learning more about the Catoosa County Chamber of Commerce. In tonight’s Driving Our Economy Forward we learn how many business leaders met to talk about the current state of the economy in Georgia and connect for the future. “So today is our what we call the networking at lunch for the Catoosa County Chamber of Commerce. Um,…

Chattanoogans Reflect on 9/11 Attacks

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- 23 years ago, the worst terrorist attack in modern American history was carried out against our country. The 9-11 Memorial and Museum in New York says 2,977 people were killed in the attacks Wednesday, Chattanoogans took time to remember the innocent lives we lost that day. The Scenic City Women’s Network hosted a remembrance ceremony at the…

Rabbits rescued from local home seeking adopters, owner speaks out

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) —  The Humane Society of the United States and the McKamey Animal Center assisted in a rabbit rescue a little over 3 weeks ago. Over 100 rabbits were removed from the home of an overwhelmed caregiver. The caregiver, Mike, spoke out and told his story. Mike went onto say in an interview that the rabbit population got…

China’s adoption ban impacting local families

UPDATE: A petition has been organized based on the following recent events. It includes a pre-drafted letter for one’s local Congressional Representatives. In the ongoing effort for families to advocate for each other and the waiting children in China, the Phillips family encourages people to contact their representative through an online petition. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) —  On September 5, Foreign…