Janet Hinds trial testimony on her estimated blood alcohol content

Prosecution and Defense present different numbers

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – lt’s been quite the day inside the state of Tennessee vs. Janet Hinds trial. One of the key arguments that occupied most of day three was Janet’ Hinds blood alcohol content. There is speculation from both sides, but a definitive answer is still unknown. In Wednesday’s proceedings we heard more from the state’s witnesses and listened to…

Rep. Hakeem questions Republicans on Black history bill

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – “We feel this is something that needs to happen not only for black folks, for people like myself, but for the broader community and white students to bring about that balance and understanding,” says State Representative Yusuf Hakeem. He is asking his Republican colleagues why they won’t review a Black history bill that he put forth back…

K9 Shot Multiple Times, Survives Emergency Surgery

BRADLEY COUNTY, TN (WDEF) – “A lot of the K9 handlers view their dogs, their partners, as their child,” says Sergeant Evie West with the Cleveland Police Department. Joker is a hard-working dog with the Bradley County Sheriff’s Office. His handler is Deputy Eduardo Choate. “This K9 specifically has assisted us in apprehending many suspects,” says West. Early Wednesday morning,…

Pandemic Makes For Strange Year For Chattanooga Lookouts

Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The Chattanooga Lookouts saw their final two games of the year rained out over the weekend. Kind of a fitting end to perhaps the craziest season in club history. It wasn’t easy for the Lookouts navigating their minor league campaign during a pandemic. Said Lookouts General Manager Rich Mozingo:”All accounts. The most strange season we’ve ever had here.” Yeah…

Emotional testimony in Day 2 of Janet Hinds trial

Testimony from crime scene investigators, DUI officers & generall manager of "Farm to Fork"

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – The prosecution continued to lay out their case against Janet Hinds for the hit and run death of Chattanooga Police Officer Nicholas Galinger in 2019. We heard testimony about how much she had to drink that night. Plus an emotional account from a DUI officer. Joeli Poole continues our coverage from court. It has been a busy…

UNUM Group announces vaccine verifier

Following President Biden’s plans to enforce vaccine mandates with some private companies, Chattanooga employer Unum has announced a vaccine verification program. “Personally I haven’t seen anyone who has the accommodation piece of this addressed as well,” says Ellen McCan, assistant vice president. The new digital process will require employees to verify their vaccination status. Those who have a reason to…

More To The Story: the Pinta

Dave Staley visits a replica of one of Christopher Columbus's ships

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – After a three week stay, a replica of one of the most famous ships in American history left Ross’ Landing today. And if you were looking for a history lesson from the 15th century, it was “right up your alley!” News 12’s Dave Staley explains, in tonight’s edition of More To The Story. There she be kids!! The…

Holiday shopping might need to be done early this year due to supply chain

CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- “This is not the procrastinator’s holiday so let’s just keep that in mind,” said CEO and founder of Freightwaves Craig Fuller. Fuller said it’s possible the most popular items might be sold out even by Black Friday. “Years with the economy is doing really well and there’s a lot of activity in the retail season everything sort…

Can ECMO machines save critical COVID patients?

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – ECMO machines are just one of many tools being used to fight against COVID in hospitals nationwide – and with the delta variant raging, they’re being used more than ever. The only problem is, there isn’t enough manpower in hospitals to use operate them. “Blood is removed from the patient and then pumped through an artificial…

TECH BYTE: Apple Shows Off New Fall Lineup

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — We’re getting a look at Apple’s newest products, which are coming out soon. If you’re in the market for a new iPhone, you won’t have to wait much longer for an upgrade. Apple is showing off its latest fall products, and the iPhone 13 is one of them. Both the iPhone 13 and 13 Pro feature…

Democrats tax increases to offset $3.5 trillion spending bill

CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF) – “Anybody who’s going to have a long-term income of $75-$80,000 and up, taxes may increase for you at some point. We just don’t know when and we don’t know how much,” said John Vandergriff from Blue Ridge Wealth Planners. Vandergriff said the changes would impact corporate and individual tax rates. The corporate tax rate would jump…

Angry father arrested at Cumberland County school

UPDATE: Michael Dale challenges the police version of the confrontation. His partner claims the SRO has a personal grudge against them. She says Dale was carrying a “tool” not a weapon. Here is the video they posted of the incident. CROSSVILLE, Tennessee (WDEF) – Crossville Police say a man was arrested at an Elementary School this week after an angry…

Standifer Gap ballfields still unusable after tornados

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – A year and a half ago, ball fields near Ootlewah were in great condition. Now, they’re not much other than mounds of dirt. “The money’s not there to be fixed. There was a plan for the cleanup after the tornado was done, but not a real plan for the after effect of when the cleanup was…