CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Today is the official start of the 2023 tax filing season, which means tax returns are just on the horizon. The IRS says most people can expect refunds in less than 3 weeks after filing. However, one expert told News 12 to not count on big refunds this year. Dr. Joanie Sompayrac, an Accounting Professor at…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — It used to be a permanent exhibit in the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington DC. Now, it’s a traveling exhibit, and Chattanooga is one of its stops. The Chattanooga Public Library is one of only 50 public libraries in America to host the exhibit. It’s called “Americans and the Holocaust.” Specifically, the exhibit deals with…
CLEVELAND, Tennessee (WDEF)-Battle between Georgia and Tennessee. LFO vs Bradley Central Christen Collins drives from behind the arc sees a lane and gets that lay in. Bradley responds with a triple from the corner by Harmonie Ware. Bradley showing size down low as Kimora Fields able to score through contact and this one all Bradley as the bears win 74-43…
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- ETSU shot 80 percent from the floor in the second half and Mocs fall 78-62. Jake Stephens wasn’t playing during the game as he was seen on the bench in street clothes and a partial cast on his hand. His presence was missed on the court, but he did all he could from the bench to cheer…
DUNLAP, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Sequatchie County Sheriff’s Office has arrested six people in a drug bust. Officers say that a two day investigation began when officers pulled over a vehicle on Highway one-11 after witnessing what they believed to be a drug transaction. They discovered suspected fentanyl and marijuana along with two guns, one that was stolen, and cash. Three…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Chattanooga Police Department is looking for a group of individuals they say vandalized the Tivoli Theatre. Take a good look at these pictures. The pictures depict three people, all in hoodies, inside the Tivoli. Police say they caused thousands of dollars in damages to the Tivoli. If you have any information on these suspects, contact Chattanooga…
RED BANK, Tenn. (WDEF) – Hundreds of people showed up today to make Valentines for Veterans at Red Bank’s Community Center. Link Sparks, the woman behind the campaign Operation Love, has been showing her appreciation to veterans since 1989. Paula Bean has been writing letters to veterans for years. “We want them to know that there are people out there…
The Titans introduced new general manager Ran Carthon on Friday. Since Tennessee failed to make the playoffs, there have to be plenty of roster decisions ahead, including the future of quarterback Ryan Tannehill. Reporter:”Is quarterback maybe at the top of your to-do list in trying to figure out where to go next?” Said Carthon:”I think Mike Vrabel is at the…
DALTON, Georgia (WDEF)- Christian Heritage topped Social Circle 75-67 to stay undefeated on Friday night. Christian Heritage standout Jax Abernathy was instrumental in the victory as he had 32 points with 8 steals. Social Circle made a late push in the 4th quarter to make it a one possession game, but Christian Heritage was able to pull away late. Categories: Sports –…
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- A rivalry like no other in the Chattanooga area saw a basketball game go down to the wire at Baylor survives against McCallie winning 54-52. McCallie missed two late three-pointer attempts that would have given the blue tornadoes the lead with under 10 seconds left. It was a back-and-forth affair but, Baylor was able to defend…
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- “It’s really hard to play with people that bring you down. And knowing that you have someone who’s always has your back it’s a good feeling,” When you watch a Boyd basketball game the first thing you might notice is coach Ts excellent hair game. “This is not Mel Gibson hair this is Josh T hair,” Coach…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms has released a new rule concerning pistol braces on firearms. Pistol braces were designed for disabled gun owners to help them better handle firearms. They wrap around the user’s forearm to help stabilize the firearms. The ATF does not regulate gun accessories such as pistol braces. However, the…
MCMINN COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) — Two staff members at Liberty Christian Academy in Athens, Tennessee, have been arrested for numerous sex charges involving minors. Additional charges have also been made from an ongoing investigation of sexual assault this past August. McMinn County Sheriff Joe Guy says authorities have arrested both 46-year-old Jason Kennedy and 28-year-old Brittany Branham. According to a…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – UTC’s Police Department is holding a cell phone drive next week for survivors of relationship abuse. The school’s police department is partnering with the 911 Cell Phone Bank and the Partnership for Families, Children and Adults. The charity drive starts the 23rd and lasts until the 28th. They are collecting all small electronic devices, including smartphones,…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Chattanooga, as well as the rest of the country, is seeing a significant increase in Syphilis. Over the last year Hamilton County has seen a 65% increase in reported cases. Hamilton County’s Sexual Health Clinic is doing their best to curb infections in our community. Dr. Stephen Miller with HC Health Department says, “It’s very important…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Salvation Army Chattanooga Area Command 614 is partnering with Food City to host a food drive lasting from January 23rd to January 27th as part of their Life Navigation Ministry. Starting on Monday the 23rd, donation bins will be placed in participating Food City locations. The food and supplies gathered will stock a mobile truck…
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CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Apple’s newest computers are getting a big boost. Apple is boasting some new chips for its Mac Mini and MacBook Pro computers. The tech company says the M2 Pro and M2 Max have a more “game-changing performance, and the longest battery life ever in a Mac.” That battery life on the upgraded MacBook Pro now lasts…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Boyd Buchanan improved to 19-3 on the year after beating Grace Academy 82-51 on Thursday night at Morris Hill Baptist Church. Bucs remain in first place in the district as well improving to 6-0 in district play. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) You rarely see many athletes talented enough to play two sports in college, especially at a power five conference. But Baylor’s Caleb Hampton will give it to go. He has committed to play football and baseball at Stanford. News 12’s Brian Armstrong caught up with the dual-sport threat. Said Baylor football coach Erik Kimrey: “He makes me look cool…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Speaker of the House Cameron Sexton plans to bring a variety of bills to the legislation this year. Among these are exemptions to the abortion laws put into effect in August 2020. Speaker Sexton says members are likely to file proposals to add exemptions to the abortion laws for life of the mother, cases of sexual…
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) – Hundreds of new jobs are soon coming to Cleveland and Bradley County. Tennessee Economic and Community Development Commissioner Stuart McWhorter announced that, “It is my pleasure to announce on behalf of Governor Lee and the state of Tennessee to welcome SK Food Group. They’re going to invest more than 205 million dollars to construct its fourth…
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) – Cleveland City Schools may soon be relocating to a new central administrative office. They held a special board meeting this morning to discuss the matter. Dr. Russell Dyer, the director of Cleveland Schools, said that their current Central Office location on Mouse Creek Road next to Ross Elementary and Yates Primary Schools is not big enough…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Grocery store lines are always evolving. Local consumers are grousing about the rising number of stores that are forcing us over to self-checkout. But 30 years ago, they were just trying to keep us engaged while we waited for a cashier. Food Lion made a deal with CNN to create the Checkout Channel. They installed small TV…