Cherry Street’s shooting and its impact on downtown
Chattanooga, Tennessee (WDEF) - Two teenagers sustained life threatening gunshot injuries Saturday night at a downtown shooting where a total of six teenagers were shot. "I mean now…
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Update of Saturday Night downtown Chattanooga shooting resulting in six teens being shot; two sustaining life threatening injuries
UPDATE (WDEF)- New information is coming out about the victims of the shooting that occurred late Saturday Night…
Blood Donors needed after Shooting in Downtown Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (May 29, 2022) –Blood Assurance needs the public’s help after a Saturday evening shooting left several people injured in Chattanooga. The nonprofit organization is asking blood…
Negro League recognized by Lookouts
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)-Russell 'Crazy Legs' Patterson is one of the players being recognized by the Chattanooga Lookouts for his time in the Negro League. In my opinion I’m not through yet. I love this.…
Illinois Man Charged in Fatal Shooting at East Tennessee Rest Stop
MARION COUNTY – An investigation by Tennessee Bureau of Investigation special agents, Marion County deputies, and THP troopers has resulted in the arrest of an Illinois man, charged with shooting his father inside a rest area off the interstate. At…
Shooting Homicide on 13th Avenue
On May 20, 2022 at approximately 12:45 a.m., Chattanooga Police responded to the 3600 block of 13th Avenue on a report of a person shot. Upon arrival, Officers located a male party suffering from apparent gunshot wounds and secured the…
81% of Americans predicting a recession
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- With the stock market down over the past few months, more than 80 percent of Americans think a recession is coming. A recession is two straight quarters of gross domestic product loss. The value of goods and…
Racing for Recovery at the Chattanooga IRONMAN
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- Todd Crandall is a recovering addict who saw addiction run through his family. "I’m a survivor of my mom’s suicide from drugs and alcohol. My uncle's suicide from drugs and…
Person dies in submerged vehicle near Possum Creek Boat Ramp
Hamilton County, TN - On Saturday May 21, 2022 at 8:00 pm, the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office responded to the Possum Creek Boat Ramp in the 1900 block of Lee Pike in reference to a submerged vehicle. Upon arrival it…
Rock City turns 90
Lookout Mountain (WDEF)- Rock City celebrates turning 90 Saturday, this founders day celebration allows for a look back on history and a look ahead to the next 90 years. On May 21st, 1932…
Flea market in Highway 64 total loss
CLEVELAND, Tennessee (WDEF)-The flea market on highway 64 in Cleveland is a complete loss after a fire this afternoon and 10 firefighters needed to be treated for heat exhaustion due to the extreme heat Bradley County EMA spokesperson Adam Lewis…
Traffic Fatality- 100 Highway 27 South
On May 21, 2022 at approximately 3:03 a.m., Chattanooga Police Traffic Division responded to a traffic fatality in 100 block of Highway 27 South. The following was determined through interview, observation, and investigation: Vehicle #1 (Chevy) was traveling South in…
HCSO Responds to Multiple Fights at Howard High School’s Graduation
Hamilton County, TN - On Friday night, May 20, 2022, Hamilton County Sheriff's Office deputies were hired by the Hamilton County Department of Education (HCDE) to provide security for the Howard High School graduation at Finley Stadium. At approximately 8:15…
Tennessee Valley reacts to potential bear stock market
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)-Randy Pickett has been expecting a market pullback. “Actually, I’ve been planning on this. I knew it was going to happen. Because, when I watched it in 08, it taught me that…
Gov. Bill Lee Visits Important Rural Counties
DAYTON, Tennessee (WDEF) - Dayton Coffee Shop played host to one of Governor Bill Lee’s visits. Lee spoke on several topics including the importance of rural Tennessee. “My first executive order…
Buffalo shooter targeted Black neighborhood, officials say
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — The white 18-year-old who fatally shot 10 people at a Buffalo supermarket researched the local demographics and arrived a day in advance to conduct reconnaissance with the intent of killing as many Black people as possible,…
Youth Villages recognizes Foster Parent of the Year
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)-May is Foster Care Awareness month and Youth Villages uses this month to not only bring awareness to the kids in need but recognize the work…
Shooting- 700 East 48th Street
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)-On May 12, 2022 at approximately 9:35 p.m., Chattanooga Police responded to the 700 block of East 48th Street on a report of a person shot. The following are the preliminary facts of the investigation: Upon arrival, Officers located…
East Ridge Fire
EAST RIDGE, Tennessee (WDEF)-On the 1000 block of Hurst St. East Ridge TN. 37412, East Ridge Fire, East Ridge Police, and Hamilton County EMS we’re dispatched to a reported residential fire. Upon arrival heavy fire and smoke was found coming…
10 dead in Buffalo supermarket attack police call hate crime
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — A white 18-year-old wearing military gear and livestreaming with a helmet camera opened fire with a rifle at a supermarket in Buffalo, killing 10 people and wounding three others Saturday in what authorities described as “racially…
Lookouts bats stay cold in 9-2 defeat to Braves
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- The Chattanooga Lookouts lost the lead in the ninth Thursday night. to the Mississippi Braves. Friday night, the Lookouts didn't even get the chance to give up the lead as they never lead and trailed from the 4th…
Gas prices go up, Again
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)-According to a survey, conducted by GasBuddy, prices have risen by 17 cents per gallon in the past week. This is $1.35 a gallon higher than this time last year. "Global demand…
“Everything shook”: Last civilians leave Ukraine steel mill
ZAPORIZHZHIA, Ukraine (AP) — Pale and drawn, the last civilians sheltering in bunkers beneath a sprawling steel mill in the decimated Ukrainian port city of Mariupol arrived late Sunday night in Zaporizhzhia, the first major Ukrainian city beyond the frontlines.…
Ukrainian Refugees getting aid in Cleveland
CLEVELAND, Tennessee (WDEF)-As Ukrainian Refugees continue to flee the war communities like those in Cleveland are aiding those in need. The Providence Haven Mission says there are more than 50 refugees in the Cleveland area and there are more in…
First Lady Mother’s Day trip to war zone
UZHHOROD, Ukraine (AP) — Jill Biden made an unannounced visit to western Ukraine on Sunday, holding a surprise Mother’s Day meeting with first lady Olena Zelenska to show U.S. support for the embattled nation as Russia presses its punishing war…
80-1 shot wins Derby
This doesn’t happen. Horses at odds of nearly 81-1 don’t win the Kentucky Derby. Jockeys who have never won any big stakes race of any kind don’t win the Kentucky Derby. Owners with fewer than 10 career wins don’t win…
Fed largest increase in interest rates leads to stock market roller coaster as economy tightens
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- The Fed has raised interest rates again this year. This time by half a percentage point. This follows The Fed's decision to raise its rates. In March they increased rates by…
National Tourism Week
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)-National Tourism week kicks off today and the Chattanooga Business Company is working alongside Chattanooga welcome centers to celebrate the week. The President of the Chattanooga Tourism Company Barry White says after the pandemic things are almost back…
U.S. Marshals Offers Rewards up to $10,000 for Escapee Wanted for Capital Murder and Endangered Correctional Officer
BIRMINGHAM, Alabama – The U.S. Marshals Service is offering up to $10,000 for information leading to the capture of an escaped inmate from Lauderdale County Jail, and the location of a missing and endangered correctional officer from Lauderdale County, Alabama…
The Judds, Ray Charles join the Country Music Hall of Fame
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Ray Charles and The Judds joined the Country Music Hall of Fame on Sunday in a ceremony filled with tears, music and laughter, just a day after Naomi Judd died unexpectedly. The loss of Naomi Judd…
Tennessee Aquarium celebrated turning 30
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)-After weeks of preparation and a whole week of excitement leading up to it, the Tennessee Aquarium had its 30-year-old birthday party. The festival at the riverfront had plenty of food trucks, tents, and activities. It often talked…
Woman allegedly produced a firearm in Hamilton Place altercation
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- Two female parties did get into an altercation inside Hamilton Place Mall according to the Chattanooga Police Department. C.P.D. says one person allegedly produced a firearm but no shots were fired. She left the scene prior to…
Holi celebration in Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)-Holi is a Hindu festival that celebrates spring, love, and new life. Hundreds of People in the Chattanooga area joined in on the celebration. There’s plenty of dancing, food, and color and…
Tornado rips through Kansas; 3 students killed in crash
WICHITA, Kan. (AP) — A tornado that barreled through parts of Kansas destroyed or damaged hundreds of homes and buildings, injured several people and left more than 15,000 people without power, officials said Saturday. In addition to wreckage from the…
Tennessee Aquarium plays huge part in downtown Chattanooga tourism
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)-David and Donna Epps are tourists visiting Chattanooga to see the outdoors, site see, and of course, visit the aquarium. "We like Chattanooga a lot. The downtown area has things that…
More money this year in TVFCU idea pitch grants
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Tennessee Valley Federal Credit Union is doubling its amount of grant money being given away during National Small Business week. This morning T-V-F-C-U announced the fifth annual idea leap…
Tennessee Aquarium turns 30
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)-The Tennessee Aquarium is turning 30 years old and this week will have several moments to celebrate what it means to Chattanooga. This week is about looking back on what…
Project Voice 2022 in Chattanooga with Technology changing the world
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)-The Chattanooga convention center is playing host to numerous tech companies, for the next three days, for Project Voice 2022. “Chattanooga, like many other midsize cities, really has to battle for economic power and relevance relative to our…
Pursuit of Happiness aiding those kids who see crime first hand
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- The Pursuit of Happiness was established a year ago to help kids who are impacted by gun and gang violence. That’s a year of people, like Pursuit of Happiness CEO Michael Gordon and bird member Troy Rogers…
Memorial wraps up Project Appleseed
McDonald, Tennessee (WDEF)- Project Appleseed concluded its weekend of revolutionary war history and rifle marksmanship with a memorial volley to remember Patriots day. The memorial has names read of the more than 40 Americans who lost their lives on April…