CLEVELAND, Tennessee (WDEF) – A suspect has pleaded guilty to the murder of a woman in Bradley County two years ago. The body of Carissa Hamby was found in a field on Lower River Road in August of 2021. The Bradley County Sheriff’s investigation found she died from blunt force trauma to the head. A grand jury indicted Billy Blassingim…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The GPS soccer team defeated Silverdale 5-1 on Tuesday evening at the Girls Preparatory School. Ellison Ball netted a goal in the first half as the Bruisers led 1-0 at halftime. They added four more goals in the second half. All five of the Bruisers goals on the night were scored by a different player. Categories: Sports – Local…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Just like every college football team in the country, the Mocs are game planning for a new opponent this week. Mocs head coach Rusty Wright says UTC has a physical game plan each week, but often times, those plans go sideways. Take Chattanooga’s opener last week against North Alabama, as UTC fell behind early 21-0. Said Wright:”Everybody has got…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Federal student loan payments are soon to resume for millions across the country. Back in June, the Supreme Court ruled the President’s plans to strike down $10,000 to 20,000 worth of student loan debt as unconstitutional. As payments resume next month, the Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) Plan has been offered up as a source of…
WASHINGTON, D.C. (WDEF) — Captain Larry Taylor, a Chattanooga native, visited the White House on Tuesday for a Medal of Honor ceremony. The ceremony began at 3:30 p.m. on September 5, 2023. President Biden awarded the Medal of Honor to Taylor, a Vietnam War veteran and former Army helicopter pilot. You can watch the live stream here: Categories: Featured, Local…
Brandon Buckner. Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) — A police chase on Labor Day resulted in one man being arrested on several driving related charges. Soddy Daisy police were in a pursuit of 35-year-old Brandon Buckner around 5:50 p.m. on Monday when Hamilton County deputies became aware. The pursuit was on Highway 27 south, near the Tennessee…
FORT OGLETHORPE, Ga. (WDEF) – Labor Day at the post ran from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Molly Huhn the City Manager for Fort Oglethorpe said “We’re glad everyone came out. We hope it’s been a fun day, I guess it is safe to say that we look forward to doing it next year.” This is the first time back…
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CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Someone broke into the Sugar’s Ribs restaurant in Chattanooga and stole their safe, according to police. Officers responded to the restaurant on 15th Avenue at 8 a.m. on Monday. The burglary happened sometime overnight, police said. It was between the hours of 11 p.m. Sunday, when the last employee left, and 5 a.m. Monday, when the…
UPDATE: Kadum Harwood. Catoosa County Sheriff’s Office Authorities in Catoosa County, Georgia arrested a suspect in the arson and vandalism case of the Chattanooga Masonic Center. On Monday evening, police arrested 29-year-old Kadum Harwood. The Chattanooga Fire Department (CFD) says authorities in Catoosa County will extradite him to Hamilton County. He is facing charges of arson, vandalism, burglary and reckless…
WALKER COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) – Walker County hosted its annual motorcycle and car show on Labor Day. The Civic Center was a great place to see some sweet rides and raise money for Stocking Full of Love. “We have our annual Labor Day car, truck and motorcycle show here,” said Walker County Sheriff Steve Wilson. “This is our largest fundraiser…
BRADLEY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) – Helping students hone the skills they need to land a good job is a vital part of a solid education. From welding to robotics, firefighting to nursing, the PIE Center in Bradley County has a variety of programs that employers are looking for. That’s a brick-and-mortar example what’s right with our schools. Brittany Canon is…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Next Monday marks 22 years since the deadliest terrorist attack on American soil. Since that tragic day, Americans of all backgrounds have come together to memorialize those we have lost. One of those traditions has been going strong for nine years here in Chattanooga. Over 350 participants, representing at least 15 different agencies, came out to…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Union Gospel Mission continued an annual Labor Day tradition today. They held their 9th annual Labor Day Barbecue fundraiser in front of the Maple Street Biscuit Company on Gunbarrel Road. They cooked enough food for 600 people and gave it away for free. The Union Gospel Mission hosting their 9th annual Labor Day BBQ on…
RINGGOLD, Ga. (WDEF) — A butterfly festival was held on Saturday in Ringgold to celebrate the life of Katie Beth Carter and to support local ministries. Life was forever changed for the Carter family in 2016 when they lost their daughter in a tragic accident following Labor Day weekend. “September 5, 2016, we lost our daughter Katie Beth in a…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — A SWAT standoff took place on Saturday night at a residence in S. Kelley Street. Chattanooga police officers and teams were dispatched to the scene where they met the suspect. TBI special agents investigated the scene and have provided preliminary information. According to TBI Newsroom: “Preliminary information indicates that the incident began just after 11:30 p.m….
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Chattanooga Police are investigating a fight and shooting that happened early Sunday morning. The shooting took place in the parking lot of the Speedway at 4355 Highway 58 a little before 4:30 a.m. Officers responded to a shots fired call and found a large crowd in the parking lot. Witnesses said there had been a fight…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Chattanooga police are continuing their investigation into Friday afternoon’s shooting of a 15-year-old on Bradt Street. Officers responded to a person shot call in the 1600 block of Bradt Street a little before 4:30 p.m. They found a juvenile with a gunshot wound. Medics took him to the hospital with what is believed to be a…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Chattanooga Police (CPD) teams handled a standoff on Friday night without any injuries. Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team and Hostage Negotiation Team (HNT) ended the standoff on Bunch Street. Officers were trying to serve an outstanding carjacking warrant on 40-year-old Teezo Boyd at a home in the 5700 block of Bunch Street just after 7:00…
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Ohio authorities on Friday released bodycam video showing a police officer fatally shooting Ta’Kiya Young in her car in what her family denounced as a “gross misuse of power and authority” against the pregnant Black mother. Sean Walton, an attorney representing Young’s family, said the video clearly shows that the Aug. 24 shooting of the 21-year-old…
Cleveland, TN-(WDEF-TV) Cleveland has the fastest offense in high school football in the state of Tennessee and that’s is due to head coach Chandler Tygard. But with an insane offense, your quarterback has to be sane, in and out of the pocket. Reporter:”You almost score 75 points and you’re no where near where you want to be on offense?” Said…
OOLTEWAH, Tenn. (WDEF) — A fatal wreck happened in Ooltewah on Friday, and now a road is temporarily closed. Chattanooga Police said the wreck happened in the 6400 block of Mountain View Road. This part of the road is north of Ooltewah High School. One person died as a result of the accident, according to police. Law enforcement is investigating…
East Lake School Fire. Courtesy: CFD CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Chattanooga authorities are investigating after a small fire broke out at East Lake Academy of Fine Arts. The fire happened just after 10:30 a.m. on Friday at the school on East 34th Street. School officials subsequently evacuated the entire school until firefighters deemed it safe for students to return. The…
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation arrested five Hamilton County men during a human trafficking operation. Some individuals were arrested for actions related to trafficking and others were arrested on drug charges. The operation took place on August 25 and 26. Law enforcement worked to rescue trafficking victims and identify those partaking in trafficking, promoting, recruiting…