Hixson woman pleads guilty to aggravated neglect for death of her adult stepson
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn — A Hixson woman has pleaded guilty to her role in the 2022 death of her stepson, but prosecutors removed all but one charge against her, saying her husband was the one who was primarily responsible for his disabled son's death. Jacqueline Hoover pleaded guilty to aggravated...
Another Clean Sheet, Another Point: Red Wolves Remain League One Leaders
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. – The Red Wolves pick up a crucial point at home and move three points ahead Spokane Velocity FC to remain atop League One after a goalless draw at CHI Memorial Stadium. Jason Smith, the club’s all-time leader in shutouts produced his ninth clean sheet of the...
Chattanooga Union Gospel Mission’s Labor Day BBQ raises funds for addiction recovery
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn — The Chattanooga Union Gospel Mission hosted its 11th annual Labor Day Barbeque fundraiser this afternoon. Ahead of the event, the mission says an anonymous donor gave $5,000, matching every dollar given up to that amount. The fundraiser was free for all to attend, but donations were...
1863: Edward Payson Bates to Harriet (Downing) Tylee
This letter was written by Capt. Edward Payson Bates (1838-1916) of Co. C, 125th Ohio Volunteer Infantry (OVI). Earlier in the war he had served in Co. D, 19th OVI. The 125th OVI was stationed around Murfreesboro and Hillsboro throughout the summer of 1863 before starting the march for Chattanooga in August. They...
Week 2 Ryan Silverfield press conference
Head Coach Ryan Silverfield spoke with the media Monday morning following the win over Chattanooga.
What’s Right With Our Schools: Snack Pack Ministry East Brainerd Church of Christ
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) – Once a month, folks gather at the East Brainerd Church of Christ in hopes of feeding a multitude. Snack Pack Ministry is on a mission to tackle food insecurity in Hamilton County one child at a time. And that’s a fulfilling example “What’s Right With Our Schools”.
Dade County Board of Commissioners to Hold Public Meeting on Elections Building
TRENTON, Ga. — The Dade County Board of Commissioners will hold a public meeting to discuss a proposed Elections Building that would house elections administration, voter services, and secure storage for voting equipment. Tuesday, Sept. 2, 5:00 p.m. ET]*. Administrative Building, 71 Case Ave., Trenton]*. Presentation...
Walker County Board of Education Proposes Full Rollback Millage Rate to Avoid Tax Increase
In a move aimed at protecting local taxpayers from rising property taxes, the Walker County Board of Education has announced its intention to adopt the full rollback millage rate of 14.418 mills for the upcoming fiscal year. This decision comes in response to rising property values across the county. Under...
Hamilton County deputy goes above and beyond to guide lost woman safely home
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. — On this week's Pay It Forward, we recognize a Hamilton County Sheriff's deputy for his selfless act helping a woman who had lost her way. A call came into the Hamilton County 911 Center that a person in a parking lot at the corner of Ease Brainerd and Ooltewah Ringgold Road needed help.
Chattanooga baby to appear in the bright lights of Times Square
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn — A baby from Chattanooga will soon be featured in the bright lights of Times Square. Levi Darr is a part of the annual National Down Syndrome Society video that will appear in Time Square on September 6th. The one-hour video of 500+ photographs includes children, teens,...