CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF)- A significant legal battle is looming on Wednesday in Cleveland involving America’s largest private nursing home company. The future of Life Care Centers of America, headquartered in Cleveland, will be determined in an emergency petition hearing here in Bradley County on Wednesday. The dispute is over who should be handling important documents…… MORE
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Attorney of East Ridge student arrested in 2022 viral video asks for DA to be removed from case
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF)- The case of a viral arrest inside of East Ridge High School over two years ago still has not been resolved. The controversial arrest of Tauris Sledge inside of the East Ridge High School gym in September 2022 sparked much controversy in the community. His case remains in limbo over two…… MORE
Golden Apple Award: Demetrius Leonard, Ridgeland High School
ROSSVILLE, GA (WDEF) – Encouragement is always part of the lesson plan in Demetrius Leonard’s classroom. He makes sure his students at Ridgeland High stay on the path to graduation and more success after that. Dr. Leonard’s determination earned him this week’s Golden Apple Award. James Morrison is the Principal at Ridgeland High. He says,…… MORE
Health Experts urge kitchen safety on Thanksgiving
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Thanksgiving is next week, and Doctors are making sure folks are cooking wisely in the Kitchen. “If I was going to give some advice to patients and their family members regarding working in the kitchen around the holidays, my number one piece of advice would be fire hazard, and that’s frequently mentioned…… MORE
Wellpoint hosts free 500 turkey giveaway for those in need
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – As the season of giving is approaching quickly around the area, individuals all over are doing their part to help those in need. Wellpoint, alongside community volunteers, are planning to distribute turkeys to individuals and families in need. The event will take place at the James A. Henry Community YMCA. Wellpoint,…… MORE
Chattanooga hosts the Future of Freight Festival
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – With Chattanooga being the heart of Freight Alley, the Chattanooga Convention Center was the perfect place to hold the Future of Freight Festival (F3). Business professionals from across the country are coming together for a 3-day event hosted by the Chattanooga native company FreightWaves and its CEO Craig Fuller. The event…… MORE
Weather Update: Wednesday – November 20, 2024
WDEF-TV News 12 Tennessee River Valley weather forecast Overnight: Mostly cloudy, showers / isolated thunderstorms. Patchy dense fog developing. Lows: high 50’s to low 60’s. Winds: S @ 5 MPH. Wednesday: Mostly sunny, highs mild in the mid/high 60’s early, then cooling off through afternoon/evening. Windy into afternoon/evening. Winds: W @ 5-15 MPH, gusts 25…… MORE
Weather Update: Tuesday – November 19, 2024
WDEF-TV News 12 Tennessee River Valley weather forecast Overnight: Mostly cloudy, showers / thunderstorms before midnight. Patchy dense fog developing. Lows: high 50’s. Winds: S @ 5 MPH. Wednesday: Mostly sunny, highs mild in the mid/high 60’s early, then cooling off through afternoon/evening. Winds: W @ 5-15 MPH, gusts 25 MPH. Overnight: Mostly clear. Colder.…… MORE
Arizona fugitive arrested in Chattanooga for murder
Sencere Hayes CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — A wanted fugitive from Arizona has been arrested in Chattanooga for a murder that occurred a year and a half ago. According to an affidavit, Sencere Hayes was arrested Monday, November 11, 2024. Mercedes Vega / Briana Whitney (X) Hayes was wanted in connection to the murder of Mercedes…… MORE
Chattanooga Gas raising awareness on utility scams
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Chattanooga Gas is raising awareness on utility scams as they’ve become more prevalent. Chattanooga Gas says they want customers to stay alert for potential scam activities, such as: Threats to disconnect their natural gas service if immediate payment is not made. Requests that payments be made from a single method, such…… MORE
