HIXSON, Tenn. (WDEF) – A major retailer is breathing new life into the Northgate Mall area in Hixson, bringing with it a big boost to the local economy. The former Sears building has already been demolished, clearing the way for a new BJ’s Wholesale Club. The 99,000 square foot store is expected to create more…… MORE
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SNTV Boxing | Scull holds open workout in Riyadh ahead of Canelo fight
Scull holds open workout in Riyadh ahead of Canelo fight – Source: SNTV… MORE
Sales tax referendum floated as response to school budget shortfall
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Hamilton County Commission heard an earful from concerned parents concerning this year’s school budget on Wednesday morning. This is as Hamilton County Schools are looking to make millions of dollars of cuts due to lower than expected local revenue. This followed the cancellation of a joint meeting on Monday between the…… MORE
Challenge coins to be given to veterans who complete Veterans Treatment Court program
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The new Hamilton County Veterans Treatment Court says they have come up with a way to honor graduates of their program via a donation. That court is designed to rehabilitate veterans charged with non-violent offenses and get back on their feet, similar to Mental Health Court. Wednesday, retired Hamilton County Sheriff Jim…… MORE
Challenge coins to be given to veterans who complete Veteran’s Treatment Court program
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The new Hamilton County Veterans Treatment Court says they have come up with a way to honor graduates of their program via a donation. That court is designed to rehabilitate veterans charged with non-violent offenses and get back on their feet, similar to Mental Health Court. Wednesday, retired Hamilton County Sheriff Jim…… MORE
I-75 at Hamilton Place to be down to one lane Wednesday night
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- I-75 southbound at Hamilton Place will be a slow go on Wednesday night. Rae-Anne Bradley of TDOT said in a release: “Drivers traveling on I-75 in Hamilton County should be aware of upcoming road construction activities that will impact traffic. Tonight, April 30, 2025, from 8:00 PM to 6:00 AM local time,…… MORE
Chattanooga Motorcar Festival postponed a year
Ragtime Racers at the Chattanooga Motorcar Festival CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – The Chattanooga Motorcar Festival has hit a bump in the road. Organizers say they are postponing this year’s event until next year. They blame the postponement on a “continuing restructuring and expansion of the Chattanooga community, and the Festival’s ongoing re-evaluation of the dynamic family-friendly…… MORE
Home for sale leads to bizarre animal cruelty case
LAFAYETTE, Georgia (WDEF) – A House-hunting trip in Walker County has ended with five arrests for animal cruelty. It started when a couple viewing the home alerted authorities to multiple animals in distress. James Delbert Fields, Miriam Fields, Britni Fields, Marion Lopez and Melodie Lopez all face cruelty to animal charges. The couple saw dogs…… MORE
Ringgold Woman Pleads to Defrauding Her Own Mother over Fake Cancer Treatments
RINGGOLD, Georgia (WDEF) – A jury found a northwest Georgia woman guilty of lying to her mother about having cancer. Vickie Long took a plea deal on charges of exploiting an elder, identity fraud, and theft. Prosecutors say she conned her mother into giving her large sums of money for the made-up cancer treatments. Once Adult…… MORE
Battle Below the Clouds celebrates 10 years of the friendliest grilling competition
President & CEO of Ruby Falls, Hugh Morrow joins News 12’s Chip Chapman as they get ready to celebrate the 10th annual Battle Below the Clouds BBQ fundraiser benefiting Lana’s Love Foundation. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Ruby Falls’ Battle Below the Clouds event reaches a milestone as it returns for its 10th year in a…… MORE
