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A Trump voter whose son was killed by ICE is calling for an end to "abuse and impunity" at the agency "I just want to know what happened," Rachel Reyes told CBS News during her first TV interview since the death of her son, Ruben Ray Martinez, a U.S. citizen shot and killed by an ICE agent in Texas last year.

"I don't blame President Trump for the death of my son, 'cause he wasn't the one who pulled the trigger," Reyes said. "But I do think that something needs to be changed in that department as far as the pattern of violence or abuse and impunity."

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#WDEFWeather #News12Weather Sunday Morning Forecast. Check out the updated weather situation with Russell Stroud tonight on @WDEFNews12 at 11.

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Learn about severe weather safety as NWS Peachtree City GA will be holding online virtual basic #Skywarn storm spotter training sessions coming up in the next few weeks.

Training is free. Please register for headcount purposes at https://www.weather.gov/ffcΒ 

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Americans in Israel wait for flights to resume amid conflict - WDEF CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Since the start of the war following the strike in Iran, transportation for tourists and visitors has become increasingly difficult to obtain.

TRANSPORTATION: Since the start of the war following the strike in Iran, transportation for tourists and visitors has become increasingly difficult to obtain. CBS reports that officials in Israel hope to reopen the airport for limited commercial flights on Sunday.

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Who will win at the Oscars? AP’s film writers make their predictions The Oscar race has tightened after surprise wins at the Actor Awards, and Associated Press film writers Lindsey Bahr and Jake Coyle say the top prizes now look less settled.

"The Oscars just got more interesting. With a few late-game curveballs, courtesy of the Actor Awards, the broadcast of the 98th Academy Awards on Sunday, March 15, may have more drama and heartbreak than expected even just last week."

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New raised beds bring fresh food opportunities to students and families - WDEF CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Saturday afternoon, Calvin Donaldson Elementary welcomed dozens of community members and local organizations to campus to help with one of the school’s Restore the Roar outdoor projects.

RESTORE THE ROAR: Saturday afternoon, Calvin Donaldson Elementary welcomed dozens of community members and local organizations to campus to help with one of the school’s Restore the Roar outdoor projects.

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FACT FOCUS: Misrepresented images as Iran war progresses As the Iran war continued on Tuesday, with nearly every Middle Eastern country sustaining damage from missile hits or shrapnel, misrepresented images related to the war continue to spread widely online.

"As the Iran war continued Tuesday, with nearly every Middle Eastern country sustaining damage from missile hits or shrapnel, misrepresented images related to the war continued to spread widely online." AP News

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Take a minute this weekend to vote for your favorite HEP Heating #WeatherWindow #PictureOfTheDay at https://www.wdef.com/votenow/Β  ... We'll announce the winner on @WDEFNews12 Prime News At 7 on Monday.

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Got #PupperPix for our daily #DogWalkingForecast? Head to wdef.com/dogwalkΒ 

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Dive into News 12's Summer Camp Adventure Getaway to win a FREE week of summer camp for your child! Click the link to enter now, and to check out the amazing local summer camps your child could attend! https://bit.ly/3N9x8a3

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Got #weatherpix to share for the HEP Heating #WeatherWindow? Email your snapshots to Pictures@WDEF.com or drop them to our social media pages, or go to wdef.com/photosΒ 

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Evidence suggests the deadly blast at an Iranian school was likely a US airstrike Satellite images and videos of an Iranian girls school damaged by large explosions at the start of a U.S.

"Iran has blamed Israel and the United States for the blast. Neither country has accepted responsibility. Asked about the strike at the school at a Pentagon media briefing, Defense Secretary Hegseth said, β€œAll I can say is that we’re investigating that."

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Trump says Iranian Kurdish attack on Iran would be "wonderful," but will he help? Iran's Kurdish minority has long pushed for the downfall of the Islamic Republic, but to make a move now, it will need help.

"The crucial question is whether they have been promised any material support from Washington. When asked ... Amanj Zabtaee β€” part of the KDPI leadership committee β€” said he couldn't answer, because it was "too sensitive."

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Want to talk weather and science in your classroom? Request a visit from our weather team at the @WDEFNews12 @FoodCity #WeatherInTheClassroom page.

https://www.wdef.com/weather/weather-in-the-classroom/Β 

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DOJ releases "mistakenly withheld" Epstein files with uncorroborated claims about Trump The Justice Dept. has released Jeffrey Epstein files involving uncorroborated accusations by a woman against President Trump that the department said had been mistakenly withheld.

"These are completely baseless accusations, backed by zero credible evidence, from a sadly disturbed woman who has an extensive criminal history." CBS News

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#WDEFWeather #News12Weather Outdoors Forecast for Saturday

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Hegseth's comments are a reminder that government isn't always eager to show the human cost to war Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has drawn negative attention for his comment that the press has emphasized casualties in the Iran war because it wants to make President Donald Trump look bad.

"The terms of this war will be set by us at every step.” AP News

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#WDEFWeather #News12Weather Saturday Morning weather

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Oil prices continue to climb, hitting their highest level in nearly 2 years Surging global oil prices due to the Iran war are leading to a spike in gasoline costs for U.S. motorists.

"Qatar's energy minister suggested that all Gulf energy exporters may shut down production within days, which could drive Brent crude to $150 a barrel, the Financial Times reported." CBS News

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Iranian warship sunk by the US was sailing home after taking part in an exhibition hosted by India Officials in New Delhi say that an Iranian warship that was sunk by a U.S. submarine near Sri Lanka had participated in naval exercises hosted by India before heading out into international waters in the Indian Ocean on its way home.

β€œThe U.S. has ignored India’s sensitivities,” Sibal said. β€œThe ship was in these waters because of India’s invitation.” AP News

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Could Iran attack on U.S. soil? "It is an all-hands-on-deck moment," security analyst says A former national security official says Iran has "surrogate networks here in the United States" and urges Americans to be "extra vigilant right now."

"Aside from the cyber concerns, "In our physical surroundings, people should go about their daily lives," she said.

But she nodded to the phrase, "if you see something, say something," urging Americans to be "extra vigilant right now."

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#WDEFWeather #News12Weather Late Night Snack Weather - Take the rain gear with you

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#WDEFWeather #News12Weather Weather Almanac for Friday: Broke another record high that has stood since 1956.

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Those Tennessee River Valley #sunsets though...

https://www.wdef.com/weather-cam-network/Β 

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Take a minute this weekend to vote for your favorite HEP Heating #WeatherWindow #PictureOfTheDay at https://www.wdef.com/votenow/Β  ... We'll announce the winner on @WDEFNews12 Prime News At 7 on Monday.

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UFC's Dana White on taking MMA to the next level As CEO and president of Ultimate Fighting Championship, Dana White has done more than anyone to grow the hard-hitting sport of mixed martial arts, taking his league from obscurity to what will be its highest-profile moment this summer: a UFC match on the South Lawn of the White House. Luke Burbank talks with White about his UFC empire β€” and how his relationship with Donald Trump, begun in 2001 at Trump's Atlantic City casino, helped advance both their careers.

"As CEO and president of Ultimate Fighting Championship, Dana White has done more than anyone to grow the hard-hitting sport of mixed martial arts, taking his league from obscurity to what will be its highest-profile moment this summer"

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Russia has provided Iran with information that can help Tehran strike US military, AP sources say Russia has provided Iran with information that could help Tehran strike American warships, aircraft and other assets in the region.

"The White House downplayed reports that Russia was sharing intelligence with Iran about U.S. targets in the region. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt on Friday told reporters that β€œit clearly is not making any difference..." CBS News

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Thanks to @WDEFnews12 viewer Paul Jones from Chattanooga for a stormy view around #MarcoIsland #Florida... Friday's HEP Heating #WeatherWindow #PictureOfTheDay.

Got #weatherpix to share? Go to wdef.com/photos

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#WDEFWeather #News12Weather Allergy Report courtesy of Chattanooga Allergy Clinic

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#WDEFWeather #News12Weather BlipCast Friday: More warm temperatures through the first full weekend of March 2026. More rain and thunder, some severe weather possible as well.

Details tonight on @WDEFNews12 and at wdef.com/weatherΒ 

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