CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) — A Cleveland pastor has plead guilty to sexual exploitation of a minor after investigators uncovered child sexual abuse material on his laptop. In the summer of 2023, the Cleveland Police Department (CLPD) received a tip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). The tip was in regards to…… MORE
COLLEGEDALE, Tenn. (WDEF) — A Collegedale father has been indicted after the tragic death of his infant daughter last summer. On August 12, 2024, officers with the Collegedale Police Department (CDPD) were working an active school zone when they encountered Timothy Paul Blackdeer, and his unresponsive daughter, Violet Blackdeer. According to CDPD, despite all efforts…… MORE
MGN SODDY DAISY, Tenn. (WDEF) — A juvenile was arrested after makes threats against Soddy Daisy Middle School (SDMS). On Thursday, February 20, 2025, at 12:50 p.m. the School Resource Officer at SDMS was made aware of a TikTok video referencing school violence. According to the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO), the threat depicted was…… MORE
Dr. Sabrina Sammons with the Girl Scouts of Southern Appalachians joins News 12 This Morning to talk about girl scout cookie season and to judge the annual cookie eating contest. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – It’s that time of year again where green sashes are near every grocery store, Girl Scout cookie season. The Girl Scout…… MORE
Alexis Hughes and Wren Rhoader join News 12’s Amelia Greer to talk about the exciting events and fandom-welcoming environment coming to the Chattanooga Convention Center for ConNooga this weekend! CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Release your inner geek with entertainment, guest stars, and cosplay contests at ConNooga this weekend! This year, just about anything and everything…… MORE
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The debate over electronic devices in classrooms is intensifying as a state senator has introduced legislation to ban such devices statewide. The Hamilton County School Board met this evening to discuss a proposal to prohibit cell phones in local classrooms. State Senator Todd Gardenhire and State Representative Dan Howell have co-authored…… MORE
EAST RIDGE, TN (WDEF) – A fresh dining option is coming our way! East Ridge lost its Wally’s, but it’s gaining a Whataburger. According to the City of East Ridge Facebook page, Whataburger will open its first Hamilton County location at 6521 Ringgold Road. That is the former site of Wally’s restaurant. Whataburger is known…… MORE
Courtesy: City of East Ridge Facebook EAST RIDGE, TN (WDEF) – A fresh dining option is coming our way! East Ridge lost its Wally’s, but it’s gaining a Whataburger. According to the City of East Ridge Facebook page, Whataburger will open its first Hamilton County location at 6521 Ringgold Road. That is the former site…… MORE
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Local Republicans are beginning to discuss what’s next for their party following sweeping victories in November. That includes the selection of a new chair of the Hamilton County GOP. The current chairman, Mark Harrison, is not seeking re-election. The two candidates vying for the top spot of the Hamilton County Republican Party…… MORE
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — McKamey Animal Shelter is running an adoption event till march 8th. They have a new adoption goal. James Kay is the director of advancement for McKamey Animal Shelter. He says, “We initially launched this campaign, Mac 250 for what it sounds like. We want to adopt 250 animals in four weeks.…… MORE
