CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Friday was day four of the Andre Grier Trial. Grier is charged with first degree murder in the 2016 killing of Bianca Horton in Chattanooga. A trio of FBI Special Agents were on the stand Friday. They were evaluating different kinds of evidence in this case, including fingerprints, DNA, and cell phone records. Special Agent Marissa Bender…
Hannah Dalton joins News 12’s Amelia Greer to remind nearby communities about National Prescription Drug Take Back Day and local efforts to keep drugs out of the wrong hands. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – With cold and flu season on the horizon, now’s the time to clean out your medicine cabinet to protect yourself and save to a life! Saturday, October…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) CSAS won their region cham pionship match against CSLA 1-0. Ravyn Anthony had the lone goal in the game. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The Baylor girls soccer team has qualified for the state tournament next week in the Scenic City. They advanced with a 3-0 win over Briarcrest. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
South Pittsburg, TN-(WDEF-TV) South Pittsburg continues to look like one of the top teams in Class A. On Thursday night, they scored 72 points in the first half against Copper Basin on their way to an 86-7 victory. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
Hixson, TN-(WDEF-TV) The quarterback is always the center of attention on offense. Especially at Hixson, since quarterback Jake Pollock is a former center. That’s right. The Wildcats have a former O-lineman running the offense. Brian Armstrong centers up the story. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Andre Grier murder trial continued into Day 3. He is charged with first degree murder in the 2016 death of Bianca Horton. Prosecutors on day three of the Andre Grier murder trial focused on the vehicle Andre Grier and his associates used in the murder of Horton. They say that a white Ford work van contains…
Kathryn Bolles and Dr. Anany Prosper with CNP Haiti join News 12’s Amelia Greer to remind the public of the importance of this Chattanooga non-profit. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Children’s Nutrition Program of Haiti, CNP Haiti, is working toward breaking the cycle of malnutrition in children in Haiti. The non-profit was born from communities in Chattanooga looking to provide a…
Chickamauga, GA-(WDEF-TV) The Gordon Lee softball team is headed back to the state tournament in Columbus, Georgia. The Trojans swept their Sweet 16 matchup against Heard County. Gordon Lee won game one 10-2 and game two 12-2. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
Andre Grier walking into the courtroom Wednesday. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The murder trial of Andre Grier continued into day two Wednesday. Grier is charged with the first degree murder of Bianca Horton in 2016. Horton was set to testify against Athens Park Blood gang member Cortez Sims, after Sims shot and paralyzed her one year old baby Zoey in a…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The City of Chattanooga has launched two new recycling pilot programs aimed at reducing landfill waste and improving sustainability. In partnership with NewTerra Composting and Overlooked Materials, the city will offer curbside food waste composting and glass recycling collection through June 2026. The programs are focused on neighborhoods in the Brainerd area, targeting two of the…
MORGANTON, GA (WDEF) – Project Chimps is hosting its annual “Chimp or Treat” event this weekend, October 25 and 26, offering families a unique Halloween experience in Morganton, Georgia. The event allows visitors to observe chimpanzees retired from research living in a forested sanctuary while learning about the organization’s conservation and care efforts. Guests will walk through the sanctuary on…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – In the heart of Chattanooga, a quiet movement of compassion is taking hold. The nonprofit PawPaw’s Homeless Ministry, led by the gracious and spirited man more often called PawPaw, is shining a light for those living on the city’s streets. PawPaw, whose given name is Mike Rice, describes his role with humility and purpose. He says, “it…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The CSAS soccer team built a 2-1 lead at halftime over McMinn Central. The Patriots then added three goals in the second half to win 5-1 and advance to their region championship game. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The Chattanooga Mocs are now 2-1 in SoC on play, after their exciting come-from-behind win over ETSU last Saturday. If the Mocs are going to make a run at the Southern Conference title, this team will literally have to fight and claw for each victory. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News, Sports – UTC Mocs
RINGGOLD, GA (WDEF) -Ashley Morgan really lights up a classroom at Graysville Elementary. She knows when to laugh and when it’s time to get down to business. Mrs. Morgan also has a gift for reaching students with special needs. All that earned her this week’s Golden Apple Award. Kerri Sholl is the Principal at Graysville Elementary. She says, “Ms. Morgan…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- After nine long years, the murder of a Chattanooga mother is finally being heard by a jury from Anderson County This, as the prosecution tries to tie a former Chattanooga gang member to her death. Andre Grier is charged with the 2016 murder of Bianca Horton in Chattanooga. Horton had been set to testify against Cortez Sims,…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The Future of Freight Festival, or F3, is underway in Chattanooga, bringing together logistics and transportation professionals, industry leaders, and innovators from across the country. The two-day event runs today and tomorrow at The Signal, located on the historic Chattanooga Choo Choo campus, combining indoor and outdoor spaces to host discussions, panels, and networking opportunities. This…
HENAGAR, AL (WDEF) – The City of Henagar is preparing for Halloween with its 3rd annual costume giveaway. The city announced that free new and slightly used costumes will be available starting Wednesday, October 22nd, at Henagar City Hall. On the first day, pickup will be from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Beginning Thursday, costumes will be distributed each weekday…
CSAS booked its trip to Murfreesboro to compete in the state volleyball tournament. Brian Armstrong brings us the Lady Patriots story of a new head coach and replacing 9 seniors. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) – Last week (10/16/ 25) News 12 ran a story that the Dream restaurant was closing its doors. We based that report on a Facebook post from a person who had represented the Dream as an owner in public hearings. He wrote, under his stage name, that he was selling the property. However, the club’s general manager…
Robert Davis is back with ‘Shop the Market at’ to bring news of a huge Halloween attraction this weekend. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – “Shop the Market at” is bringing plenty of scary good unique vendors together for their ‘Ghouls, Goblins and Witches – Haunted Grounds’ event! The three-day event will take over Old McDonald Farm in Sale Creek on October…
Sarah Yvonne with Ballet Esprit joins News 12’s Amelia Greer to remind local dancers that auditions are underway for this year’s Nutcracker ballet in Chattanooga. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – It won’t be long til we start hearing those sleigh bells ringing, which means it’s time to get ready for the Nutcracker ballet coming to Chattanooga. On October 21, students age…
Signal Mountain, TN-(WDEF-TV) Signal Mountain is headed to their region championship finals. The Eagles cruised in the semifinals on Monday night with a 5-0 win over Alcoa. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News