Category Archives: Local News

Multiple arrested in connection to Cleveland pawn shop burglary

Multiple arrested in connection to Cleveland pawn shop burglary

CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) —  Multiple arrests have been made in connection to a local Cleveland pawn shop robbery. Video surveillance from Sonya’s Pawn Shop revealed three individuals dressed in dark clothing breaking into the shop at 2:17 a.m. October 21, 2024. The Bradley County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) the individuals left with several firearms. Video surveillance…MORE

Authorities make 9 arrests in sex offender compliance check this week

Authorities make 9 arrests in sex offender compliance check this week

from Marion County Sheriff’s Office JASPER, Tennessee (WDEF) – Law enforcement has just finished three days of sex offender compliance checks in Marion County. The Sheriff’s Office reports they made nine arrests for violations of the Tennessee Sex Offender Registry. They also took out four warrants and have two other suspects under federal review for…MORE

Attorneys say Roberts Trial still on track for April

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Attorneys for a man indicted in the murder of a Chattanooga businessman last year made a brief appearance in court Thursday morning. Darryl Roberts is charged with first degree murder in the shooting death of Chris Wright in front of Patten Towers in September 2023. While Roberts was not in the courtroom,…MORE

Better Call Patrick! Patrick Fabian discusses his many Hollywood roles

Actor Patrick Fabian joins News 12’s Chip Chapman to discuss his career and share memories of his previous roles. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Actor Patrick Fabian, known for multiple hero and villain roles, swung by the News 12 studio to talk about his impressive career and the range of characters he has played over the years.…MORE

Noontunes at Miller Park

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – The popular music series Noontunes continues as individuals gather at Miller Park to enjoy an hour of free music from a local choir.  Noontunes offers residents, employees, and neighbors an opportunity to enjoy the outdoors, games, food trucks, and just listening to local artists.  This event is hosted in partnership with the…MORE

Whitfield County Schools mulling millage rate increase

DALTON, Ga. (WDEF)- Property owners in Whitfield County will likely see an increase in their property taxes this year. In Georgia, school boards can set a millage rate to help fund their operations based on the revenue from tax digests. However, an issue with Whitfield County’s tax digest is causing the school board to enter…MORE

Steer Clear of Flooded Car Scammers

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – In the wake of the effects of the previous two hurricanes that caused devastating flooding all across the Southeast area, the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance and the Tennessee Motor Vehicle Commission are warning and reminding car buyers to be alert of possible flood-damaged vehicle scams.  As vehicles around that area…MORE

Georgia Physicians to Run a Mobile Billboard at Duluth Trump Rally

  CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – As the Presidential Election is coming at fast speed, individuals are using their voices in various different forms to bring awareness and share of possible changes that may be to come. In this instance, Georgia Physicians are planning on running a mobile billboard at the rally that Donald Trump is holding…MORE

TSSAA girls soccer championships kicked off on Wednesday

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)-The Tennessee Secondary School Athletic Association Girls Soccer State Championships made its way back to the Scenic City.  “We are in the first round of games right now we are in the quarterfinals, so we will have quarterfinals today at our three venues, which is where we are right now, Chattanooga Christian school,…MORE