From Local 3 News: A 21-year-old woman was killed in a two-car collision in Athens on John J. Duncan Parkway Thursday, November 21.Athens Fire Department and EMS worked to care for the victims in the two vehicles, in which one suffered minor injuries and the other driver, Athalie Cleminte, was pronounced dead upon arrival.Police believe Cleminte's car crossed the center line and struck the other d...  Read More

From Local 3 News: The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation says there is activity of the Venezuelan gang, Tren De Aragua (TDA), in every major city in the state."They are in Tennessee. Primarily we see them engaged in human trafficking," said TBI Director, David Rausch.Both the Chattanooga Police Department and the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office say neither agencies have evidence of TDA in our are...  Read More

Good morning and happy Thursday! We are just one week away from Thanksgiving! It's time to get the turkey. stuffing, green bean casserole, or whatever your favorite Thanksgiving dish is ready! For some of you, this will be your second or fourth Thanksgiving (or Friendsgiving) meal you share this month. Just remember, throughout all your turkey eating, to take in the memories that you have with you...  Read More

From Local 3 News: After a three-day trial, Edward Kelley, 35, has been convicted of conspiracy to murder federal employees, solicitation of a crime of violence, and influencing a federal official by threat.The evidence showed that while Kelley was awaiting trial for his involvement in the January 6, 2021, Capitol breach, he developed a plan to murder law enforcement, including FBI agents and empl...  Read More

From our news partners at Local 3 News: Aubrey Preston, son of Life Care Centers of America founder Forrest L. Preston, has won a petition to become his father’s temporary emergency conservator.Chancery Court Chancellor Jerri Bryant sided with Aubrey Preston during a hearing yesterday, ruling that Aubrey will become Forrest’s conservator for a 60-day period. She noted that her ruling was “not a de...  Read More

From our partners at Local 3 News: One in six people are food insecure in Bradley County. That's an increase of almost 3% compared to the previous year. “Food insecurity is a critical need right now,” said Corrine Freeman, Executive Director of the Caring Place. “With the Chattanooga Area Food Bank, their support as our primary source and our primary supplier of food product that makes that possib...  Read More

From the Cleveland Daily Banner: A lawsuit was filed by Aubrey Preston, son of Life Care Centers of America founder Forrest L. Preston, seeking emergency conservatorship for his 91-year-old father. Aubrey alleges Forrest is suffering from dementia and is being abused and exploited by his wife, Kim Preston.  Read the full story here.A hearing is scheduled today in Bradley County Chancery Court. WCL...  Read More

From Local 3 News: UPDATE: The plane was a Cessna Skyhawk that flew 17 miles and 11 minutes before the crash, according to its trail number: N951JA. It had a planned distance of 20 miles, FlightAware records show.CFD believes the crash was caused by engine failure.This crash is now under investigation by the FAA.Crystal Air, Inc. released the following statement: "A Crystal Air, Inc Cessna 172 was...  Read More

From Local 3 News: After the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) acknowledged the presence of a Venezuelan gang throughout the state, the Chattanooga Police Department and the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office have denied seeing any activity or evidence.TBI Director David Rausch originally said in a video posted Nov. 15 that Tren de Aragua (TDA) is primarily engaged in human trafficking taking ...  Read More

The Cleveland City Council also met yesterday.Mainstreet Cleveland Director, Sharron Marr addressed the Council and discussed several upcoming events in the Downtown area. This Saturday, from 4-8 pm, the Annual Tree Lighting Event will take place around the Courthouse Square. Also on December 7th, Mainstreet Cleveland will hold its annual Christmas Parade.During the City Manager Report, Joe Fivas ...  Read More

The County Commission met yesterday.Commission Chairman, Tom Crye noted the recent resignation of Bradley County School Board member, Jeff Lovingood. The County Commission will appoint someone to serve on the school board until the next election cycle. The Commission must give the public notice at least 7 days prior to the appointment. The proposed timeline is December 16th, at noon at the Bradley...  Read More

Bradley County Schools announced record-breaking graduation rates for the 2023-24 academic year yesterday in a release on social media. The district-wide graduation rate was 97.7%, which is the highest in the district's history. The statement read in part, “This historic graduation rate is a testament to the dedication of students, teachers, administrators, and support staff, as well as the ongoin...  Read More

Two Collegedale Police Officers have resigned and one was placed on paid administrative leave following an off-duty incident at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, TN.Collegedale police say they were made aware on November 5 of an incident that happened several days before that involved off-duty officers.Police have not confirmed what event the incident took place at, but Tennessee played Kentucky at Ne...  Read More

Bradley Medical Center in Cleveland will celebrate the holiday season with its first-ever Christmas Lights & Ribbon Cutting event on Tuesday, November 19, from 5:15 to 7:30 p.m.The festive evening will feature live performances by the Blackfox and Hopewell Singers, visits from Santa and Mrs. Claus, refreshments, and a special “tour of trees” decorated by hospital departments....  Read More

Tennessee Wesleyan University has finalized a long-term lease for the historic Ingleside property in Athens.  The site, which formerly housed Ingleside School, will be transformed into a multi-purpose athletics facility for TWU’s soccer, lacrosse, and track and field teams. The facility will also be available for community use.Dr. Tyler Forrest, TWU President, calls the lease the university’s larg...  Read More

WCLE’s own, Steve Hartline was awarded the 2024 TSSAA Contributor of the Year!The Contributor of the Year is given in recognition for displaying the high ideals of integrity and ethics and for the examples of citizenship and sportsmanship.Congratulations to Steve Hartline on this prestigious award. ...  Read More

The Bradley County School Board met last night. 7th District School Board member, Jeff Lovingood announced that he was resigning from the board after accepting a job out of state. It will now be up to the Bradley County Commission to fill Lovingood’s position until the next election. ...  Read More

From Cleveland City Schools: Cleveland City Schools is proud to announce that the district has been awarded the highly coveted TVAAS Level 5 rating, signifying exceptional growth in student achievement. This recognition reflects the hard work, commitment, and dedication of the students, teachers, staff, and leadership within the school district.The Tennessee Value-Added Assessment System (TVAAS) m...  Read More