What’s Right With Our Schools: St. Peter PB&J

CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) – Hunger is a sad fact of life in communities across America. Students at St. Peter’s Episcopal School in Chattanooga are working to solve that problem. See how they are feeding a multitude in this fulfilling example of what’s right with our schools. “If you are doing the bags, you need to count them as you complete…

Cohutta continues recovery after 2022 fire with donated motorcycle

Cohutta police officers accepting the donation of a 2009 Harley Davidson motorcycle from the Chattanooga Police Department. (Courtesy: Chattanooga Police Department) COHUTTA, Ga. (WDEF)- In Whitfield County, the Cohutta Police Department continues their long road of recovery following a devastating fire. On the morning of December 18, 2022, the Cohutta Police Department’s building was destroyed in a blaze. In that…

Renewal by Andersen Hosts Winter Clothing Drive

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – With temperatures in the area staying low, one local company is stepping up in a big way to ensure no one is left out in the cold this winter. Renewal by Andersen of Chattanooga officially kicked off its highly anticipated Winter Clothing Drive, a community-focused initiative aimed at spreading warmth and compassion to those in need. …

Pet of the Week: Rhaegol

Meet News 12’s Pet of the Week, Rhaegol! Rhaegol is a sweet and handsome boy. The Humane Educational Society (HES) says he’s full of love and tons of kisses. He’s a joy to be around with his happy go lucky character. He also plays great with other dogs and cats. If Rhaegol sounds like a good fit for you and…

Cleveland firefighters respond to Harrison Pike house fire

CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) —  Harrison Pike was shut down for the second time in two weeks as firefighters fought another house fire in Cleveland. Units found Heavy smoke with fire venting from the back of the house. Thankfully, no one was inside the home. The cause of the fire is under investigation. Categories: Cleveland, Local News Tags: Cleveland, Cleveland Fire…

Victim’s ex-husband charged in Cleveland homicide case

UPDATE (1/28/2025):  Cleveland Police have made an arrest in connection to the homicide in a local neighborhood Monday morning. Charles Liner The homicide involved local realtor Karen Liner. Charlton Craig Liner, Karen’s ex-husband, was arrested and has been charged with First Degree Murder, and Felony Murder. Charlton is being held at the Bradley County Jail without bond. He is scheduled…

Chattanooga Police investigating Glass Street shooting

  CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) —  The Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) is investigating a shooting that occurred on Glass Street early Sunday morning. On January 26, 2025 at 2:34 a.m., CPD responded to a local hospital for a delayed person shot call. Upon arrival, officers discovered a 24-year-old male with non-life-threatening injuries. According to CPD, the male stated that the shooting…

Tennessee awards $17 million in Site Development Grants

  NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) —  The Industrial Development Board of Bradley County and Cleveland is set to receive funds from state Site Development Grants. Tennessee Governor Bill Lee and Department of Economic and Community Development (TNECD) Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter announced today that 11 communities across the state will receive more than $17 million in Site Development Grants. These grants…

Fire crews rescue driver after tree crushes car

HIXSON, Tenn. (WDEF) —  Crews with the Chattanooga Fire Department (CFD) rescued a driver after a tree fell on their car Sunday night. CFD were dispatched to the 6600 block of Sandswitch Road at 5:38 p.m. January 26, 2025 on reports of a motor vehicle accident with entrapment. Upon arrival, crews found a vehicle that had been hit with a…

Union Gospel Missions celebrates 75 years of service

Rev. Jon Rector joins News 12’s Amelia Greer to invite people to the Union Gospel Mission 75th anniversary celebration. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Union Gospel Mission is celebrating 75 years of ministry and service to Chattanooga with a special banquet on February 28. Union Gospel Mission focuses on helping the community with three programs. They offer a discipleship program which…

National Blood Donor Awareness Month at Blood Assurance

Caitlin Stanley with Blood Assurance joins News 12’s Amelia Greer to highlight the importance of donating blood during National Blood Donor Awareness Month. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Blood Assurance is calling for blood donors during January for National Blood Donor Awareness Month due to the decrease of blood donations during the winter months. Due to the low temperatures and flu…

Neighborhood reacts to local garage fire

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Friday evening, first responders responded to a structure fire that damaged a garage and the apartment above it. At 5:56 p.m., the fire department was called to a garage fire at the 4600 block of Conner Street off S. Moore Road. First responders were able to gain control of the flames and extinguish the fire not…

Local family loses everything to duplex fire

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Early Friday evening, a local family lost everything when their duplex went up in flames, destroying all of their belongings. At 4:36 PM, firefighters responded to a duplex in the 3200 block of Rosemont Drive off S. Seminole Drive. The report stated that flames had been coming from the residential structure. When the residents of the…

Volunteers came together to collect wreaths from the National Cemetery

Volunteers gathered at Chattanooga National Cemetery to remove the wreaths that had been placed on veterans’ graves in December.  Together they worked carefully to remove the wreaths, continuing the tradition of honoring and remembering those who served.  Their efforts help maintain the cemetery and prepare for next year’s Christmas wreath placing. Their commitment continues to preserve the legacy of our…

Local family loses everything to duplex fire

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Early Friday evening, a local family lost everything when their duplex went up in flames, destroying all of their belongings. At 4:36 PM, firefighters responded to a duplex in the 3200 block of Rosemont Drive off S. Seminole Drive. The report stated that flames had been coming from the residential structure. When the residents of the…

Chattanooga FC rallies over ATL United to pull the upset

CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- In a thrilling match at Finley Stadium, Chattanooga Football Club secured a landmark 2-1 victory over Atlanta United, marking their first-ever win against a Major League Soccer team. The Saturday afternoon clash saw Chattanooga display remarkable resilience and skill, coming from behind to clinch a memorable triumph. Match Highlights 80th minute: Atlanta breaks the deadlock Ronan Wynne…

Mocs women survive after a strong 3rd quarter

GoMocs- It was a nail-biting, defensive classic between Chattanooga women’s basketball and East Tennessee State on Saturday in the Roundhouse, but it was ultimately a clutch basket by Caia Elisaldez with just 0:24 left in the game that proved the difference as the Mocs claimed a 48-46 victory over their in-state rival. The Mocs (9-9, 4-1 SoCon) leaned heavily upon…

UTC men go on the road and down ETSU

GoMocs-The Chattanooga Mocs men’s basketball team made it five-straight victories inside Johnson City’s Freedom Hall after a strong second-half effort and gutsy performance led to a 71-63 win over Southern Conference rival ETSU on Saturday afternoon. In a back-and-forth, physical rivalry game, Chattanooga (13-8, 5-3 SoCon) responded from an early 12-point deficit (22-10, 8:23) by holding ETSU (12-9, 5-3 SoCon)…

Bradley Central Sweeps East Hamilton

Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Bradley Central picked up two victories against East Hamilton on Friday night. The top ranked Bearettes beat East Hamilton 90-19, while the Bradley Central boys team notched a 56-46 victory. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Basketball, Bradley Central High School, East Hamilton High School