CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – For years, Kimberly Smith lived in silence, trapped in a relationship that left her afraid to speak and ashamed to be seen. Today, she stands as the Vice President of Voices, a survivor-led organization through the Family Justice Center. Voices helps others find hope, healing, and the strength to rebuild something Smith once had to find…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The murder trial of Andre Grier continued Saturday, October 25, inside the Hamilton County Courthouse as prosecutors worked to connect the accused killer to the 2016 murder of Bianca Horton. Grier, who prosecutors say went by the street name Hollywood, is charged with first-degree murder. He’s accused of killing Horton before she could testify against…
GoMocs-The Chattanooga Mocs football team used 35 unanswered points to help earn its third-straight victory after posting a 49-13 rout at Samford during Southern Conference action Saturday afternoon inside Pete Hanna Stadium in Birmingham, Ala. Quick Records & Series Chattanooga: 4-4, 3-1 SoCon | Samford: 1-7, 1-5 SoCon Series: 50th all-time meeting… Chattanooga now leads the series 35-12-3. Breakdown Samford opened the…
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- From the opening kickoff where Dion Edwards took the opening kickoff 86 yards to the house against Brainerd to a big man touchdown it was all Tyner all the time over Brainerd on Saturday. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
Marion County, Tennessee (WDEF)-Marion County honored one of their own on Friday. They retired the jersey of former play-maker Jacob Saylors. He set several records during his career with the Warriors. Played in three state title games. Then Saylors went on to an outstanding career at ETSU, and he currently plays in the NFL with the Detroit Lions. Categories: Sports –…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Notre Dame has five wins already this season, which is the most they have enjoyed since 2018. The Irish are hoping to close out the season strong to earn their first trip to the playoffs in seven years. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News
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…