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Blackburn holds Quantum roundtable, comments on latest Trump indictment

Nick Hill,

Sen. Marsha Blackburn speaking at a Quantum Network roundtable. (Courtesy: Sen. Marsha Blackburn) CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Senator Marsha Blackburn held talks with leaders in the quantum computing industry on Tuesday. These talks were held with around 40 people at the University of Tennessee-Chattanooga’s (UTC) University Center. Senator Blackburn said that the possibilities being created around EPB’s Quantum Network are…

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Featured, Local News, Walker County

Another person arrested in Walker County animal hoarding case

WDEF News,

WALKER COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) — The Walker County Sheriff’s Office has now arrested a second person in the animal hoarding case out of Lafayette. Last week, the sheriff’s office arrested 70-year-old Katheryn Marie Decker on aggravated animal cruelty and willful obstruction of a law enforcement officer. Deputies have now also arrested her husband, 76-year-old Dee Darren Decker. They are charging him…

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Chattanooga, Featured, Local News

Three officers on leave after Chattanooga shooting

WDEF News,

UPDATE: The Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) has placed three officers on administrative leave following the shooting. It is protocol for officers to go on paid administrative leave after being involved in a shooting, CPD said. The police department identified the three officers as Celtain Batterson, Nicholas Ayres and Christopher Dyess. Officer Batterson was shot and injured in the incident. He…

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Mom To Mom

Mom to Mom – Fizzy Toilet Bomb

WDEF News,

Today on Mom to Mom, we are making fizzy toilet bombs. Fizzy toilet bombs are super fun to make, helps keep your toilets clean in between those cleanings, and it smells really good too. So, what you’re going to need to make these guys are a fun silicone mold. You can get those anywhere. Whatever kind you like. Baking soda,…

Coaching Advice Apart Of Coaching Profession
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Coaching Advice Goes With Being a Football Coach

Rick Nyman,

Another season of football is upon us. Coaches are likely a little anxious ahead of the new season. The coaching profession is one of those fields where people freely lend advice. So we asked several local coaches what’s some of the best advice they ever got. And maybe…some of the worst advice. Said McCallie head coach Ralph Potter:”I guess my…

Catoosa County
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Trial Underway in Catoosa County Road Rage Case

Nick Hill,

RINGGOLD, Ga. (WDEF) – A man at the center of a deadly Catoosa County road rage incident in September 20-21 was in court today. On September 6, 2021, a fateful encounter on Battlefield Parkway led to a fatal shooting. Daniel Vaughn is charged with two counts of murder among other charges in the death of Jack Pedigo. Cameras were not…
Featured, Hamilton County, Local News

Hamilton County Schools Unveil Threshold for Free and Reduced Lunches

Nick Hill,

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Hamilton County Schools have announced the thresholds for free and reduced school lunches this year. The program, funded through the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), applies to students whose families make under a set income level. For example, a family of four that makes under 39-thousand dollars a year would qualify for free lunches and any…

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Environment, Local News, More To The Story With Staley

More to the Story with Staley: Tennessee Air Pollution

Dave Staley,

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Bad air: whether it be here, there or everywhere. Has it been a bit worse this summer than in times past? Experts say yes. “Particularly more this year. From wildfires to heat and drought conditions. All contributing to a lot of unhealthy air,” said respiratory expert Dr. Nikki Vars McCullough. But Dr. Nikki McCullough says it’s…

Dante Jones
Chattanooga, Local News

Victim dies from Amazon Fulfillment Center shooting

Collins Parker,

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Chattanooga Police report the man who was shot at the Amazon Fulfillment Center has died. Police say 19-year-old Javontae Moon was shot at close range outside the Fulfillment Center on Discovery Drive in the early morning hours last Wednesday. They arrested 20-year-old D’ante Jones for the shooting. His charges are now being upgraded to first-degree murder….

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Dalton, Local News

Dalton Police looking for missing Philadelphia man

He checked into an Econo Lodge then disappeared
Collins Parker,

DALTON, Georgia (WDEF) – Dalton Police are looking for a missing man from Philadelphia. They say 45-year-old Sean Michael Currie checked into an Econo Lodge on July 29. He was last seen on August 3. But after he checked out, his car remained in the parking lot for a week. Eventually, hotel management called police. He had paid to extend…

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New Restaurant announced for The Hotel Chalet at the Choo Choo

Elsie's Daughter will be an Appalachian Bistro at the historic venue this fall
Collins Parker,

Elise’s Daughter at The Hotel Chalet at The Choo Choo will have several outdoor spaces that evoke a sense of secluded sophistication. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The people who brought us The Rosecomb in Riverview are opening a new spot at the Choo Choo. Chloe Wright and Ryan Smith created the neighborhood bar restaurant in a cottage on Barton Avenue….

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Featured, Local News, Walker County

Woman charged with Animal Cruelty after 100 animals taken from her home

Collins Parker,

Kathryn Marie Decker, Courtesy of Walker County Government LAFAYETTE, Ga. (WDEF) – Investigators have charged a North Georgia woman with aggravated animal cruelty after finding more than a hundred animals in rundown conditions at her home. After trying to investigate a complaint on Wednesday, 70-year-old Kathryn Marie Decker refused to allow animal control officers to inspect her home near LaFayette….

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As national gas prices rise, prices in our area are finally dropping

After 3 weeks of big jumps, gas reporting sites say prices are finally coming down in Chattanooga
Collins Parker,

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – After three weeks of rising gas prices in our area, Chattanooga finally gets a break. Both Gas Buddy and AAA report prices have dropped in our area over the last week. Gas Buddy says Chattanooga prices fell 9.1 cents per gallon over the last week, averaging $3.34 per gallon. We still are almost 37 cents more…

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Dalton, Featured, Local News, Whitfield County

Investigators release new photos of Dalton church fire

Collins Parker,

ATLANTA, Ga. (WDEF) – Georgia’s Insurance and Safety Fire commissioner has issued new photos from a Whitfield County church arson investigation. We reported last week that investigators say it happened last Wednesday night before midnight at Cove Baptist Fellowship. It is located on Carbondale Road in Dalton. “Upon investigation, a device resembling a Molotov cocktail was found in the remains…

Piper Fowler
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World champion athlete looks forward to her future in wrestling

Piper Fowler UC17 73KG World Champion
Amelia Greer,

CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) — She is the first girl in Tennessee history to win the wrestling tournament and earn a spot in the World Championships. Her name is Piper Fowler. Fowler is an upcoming junior but has had a different journey than most people her age. At just 16, she represented the nation by wrestling in the under 17 World…

Signal Mountain Fire
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Lightning strikes home and causes fire on Signal Mountain

Amelia Greer,

SIGNAL MOUNTAIN, Tenn. (WDEF) — Storms continued Sunday night with another report of lightning striking a home. The house fire took place on Signal Mountain. At 7:35 p.m., a homeowner called 911 reporting lightning had struck his house. Waldens Ridge Emergency Services and Signal Mountain Fire responded to the call on 1322 Brow Estates Drive. The family of two adults,…

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19-year-old shot and taken to the hospital

Amelia Greer,

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Chattanooga Police responded to a person shot call in the 4700 block of Pawnee Trail at 11:25 Saturday night. When police arrived, they found a 19-year-old male with a non-life threatening gunshot wound. He was taken to the hospital for treatment. Several vehicles in the area were also damaged by gunfire. Investigators continue to process evidence…
Featured, Local News

CPD respond to fatal motorcycle crash on N Cherokee Blvd

Amelia Greer,

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Chattanooga Police traffic unit responded to a deadly motorcycle crash at 9:26 p.m. Friday night at 304 North Cherokee Boulevard. Preliminary investigation indicates the driver of a gray Honda Element was making a lefthand turn from East Manning Street onto North Cherokee and then crashed into a black Honda motorcycle. The 42-year-old motorcycle rider was…

Soddy Daisy Fire
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Strong storms spark house fire in Soddy Daisy

Amelia Greer,

SODDY DAISY, Tenn. (WDEF) — Lightning struck a tree and traveled into a Soddy Daisy home while storms rolled through this afternoon. At 4:01 pm, Sequoyah Volunteer Fire Department responded to a fire on 10224 Hamby Road. The first engine arrived on the scene reporting smoke but no fire. Fire officials confirmed everyone was out of the house and started…

Reach One Teach One
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Reach One Teach One holds back to school bash

Amelia Greer,

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The cost of school supplies has spiked about 24% in the last two years.  To help ease rising costs, Reach One Teach One UCA (ROTO) hosted a school supply drive for children in underserved communities. “The mission and the vision behind it is us coming together as a community to give the complete family the necessary…

Daniel Sneed
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Rock city fest fundraiser held for KISS superfan

Amelia Greer,

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) —  Level Up hosted a Rock City Fest Fundraiser to raise funds for autism awareness and fellow musician, Daniel Sneed. Daniel is a KISS tribute performer. “I’m dressed up like the Space Man and the lead guitarist Ace Frehley. Ace Frehley is definitely my influence. I’ve been into music ever since I was a little kid,” Daniel…

Jamboree Night Two
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Chattanooga Jamboree Night two

Brian Armstrong,

CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- Night two of the Chattanooga Jamboree at Finley stadium. CCS looks impressive against Hixson and Boyd puts up 14 against Ooltewah. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Boyd, CCS, Chattanooga Jamboree, High School Football, Hixson, Ooltewah
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Church under arson investigation in Whitfield County

WDEF News,

WHITFIELD COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) – An arson investigation is underway after a someone started a fire at Cove Baptist Fellowship Church on Wednesday night. Investigators found what appears to be a Molotov cocktail at the church on Carbondale Road. “I got a phone call from a friend that talked to someone that knew what was going on and said, ‘hey,…