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Call to action event held for Chattanooga’s youth

Councilwoman Demetrus Coonrod wants Chattanooga's children and teenagers to feel safe

June 9, 2022

WDEF News,

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) — “Have you had enough yet?” This was one of several questions addressed at tonight’s “Our Youth Matters” discussion just off MLK Boulevard. Tonight, plenty of concerned Chattanoogans spoke on the matter. But it was the kids’ voices that had the most emphasis. District 9 Councilwoman Demetrus Coonrod says it’s imperative that the city support the “ideals and…

GHSA Adding Shot Clock For High School Basketball Next Season

June 9, 2022

Rick Nyman,

Georgia has become the ninth state in the country to implement the shot clock for high school basketball. It’ll start next season. Every varsity level team will have 35 seconds for each possession. North Georgia’s top teams are excited about the new system. Coaches think this will make the game more entertaining for fans and prepare players for an easier…

CMA Fest is Back After Two Year Hiatus

June 9, 2022

Emily Cassulo,

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) — Grab those cowboy hats and boots – CMA Fest is back! The annual country music festival and fundraiser had to be canceled the last two years, because of the pandemic. News 12 will be making the trip to Nashville Friday for the four-day event, which is the longest running country music festival in the world. We…

Deeper dive into Garrian King shows several arrests

King is charged with possession of a firearm as a felon in connection with the deadly shooting along McCallie Avenue this past Saturday

June 9, 2022

WDEF News,

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – With the arrest, it leads to more questions about who Garrian King is. King has had some run-ins with law enforcement in the past. The latest one puts him on the scene of the deadly shooting last Saturday. The 28-year-old King only has a federal charge in connection with the shooting outside Mary’s Bar last Saturday: possession…

From The Archives: 1985 Commercials

June 9, 2022

Collins Parker,

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – If you are watching CBS this week, you may notice the new promos for their summer daytime lineup. The campaign is an homage to their promos from the summer of 1985. The network used the Robert Palmer hit song “Some Like It Hot” to promote the “hotness” of their soap operas and talk show. And they are…

Suspect Arrested In Connection with McCallie Avenue Shooting

June 9, 2022

WDEF News,

A suspect was arrested in connection with the shootings on McCallie Avenue that left three dead June 5.

Took this shot early in the morning before the crowds arrived. Love the fall colors!!

Chattanooga hold first public workshop for POP Plan

June 8, 2022

WDEF News,

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) — Outdoor enthusiasts flocked to the Bessie Smith Cultural Center to provide their input on the future of Chattanooga’s parks. Tonight was just the first public workshop that revolve around the city’s new Parks and Outdoors Plan. The goal in mind is to provide top-quality park access to all Chattanoogans, regardless of background and zip code. From industrial…

Long Time Red Bank Softball Coach Mandi Munn Steps Down

June 8, 2022

Rick Nyman,

Red Bank softball coach Mandi Munn is stepping away from coaching after 20 years with the Lions. Munn will be Red Bank’s new Dean of Students and stay on as the athletic director. Former Red Bank and UTC pitcher Hannah Wood will take over the reigns next year. Munn had coached the Lions since 2002. Said Munn: “I’ve put so…

Titans Looking to Make Strides in OTA’S

June 8, 2022

Rick Nyman,

The Titans are in the middle of Organized Team Activities. Better known as OTA’s. Chance for the veterans to knock off some rust, and a time for newcomers to adjust to the Titans way. Veteran defensive back Kevin Byard showed up for OTA’s, shedding his version of the Dad Bod. Said Byard:”I saw an old picture of me in 2017…

Volkswagen opens new EV battery lab in Chattanooga

June 8, 2022

Collins Parker,

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Volkswagen opened a new EV battery engineering lab in Chattanooga on Wednesday. The 32,000 square foot lab will be used to test and develop parts for all electric vehicles the company will make for the U.S. market. It is right next to the VW assembly plant. Top Volkswagen Group of America officials joined state lawmakers and local…

Ham Co school superintendent, County Commissioner say SROs are not enough to keep kids safe in schools

Dr. Justin Robertson says SROs are only a part of what is needed for safety in schools

June 8, 2022

WDEF News,

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Safety in Hamilton County schools are continually being discussed by people in the community. This morning, it was the Hamilton County Commission’s turn to ask what is going to be enough. The mass shootings that happened in Chattanooga the last two weekends put all of the city and county’s leadership on high alert. Not just about what’s…

Juvenile Court Judges Weighs in on Youth Violence

June 8, 2022

WDEF News,

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) — Last Friday, a 15 year old was arrested for the shooting that happened two weeks ago on Walnut Street. In the gang-related shooting that happened last weekend on McCallie Avenue, the youngest victim was 16. According to Juvenile Court Judge Robert Philyaw, offences involving juveniles have increased recently. “The real alarming thing, the thing that concerns us…

More To The Story: The Boulevard Project

Dave meets the people who have a plan to improve Rossville and Rossville Boulevard

June 8, 2022

Dave Staley,

ROSSVILLE, Georgia (WDEF) – The Boulevard Project is a grassroots organization. It’s goal is to improve the Rossville Boulevard corridor. How to accomplish that? Improve food access, improve safety, increase transportation and add businesses to the area. This long street has been somewhat of a desert for quite some time. The Boulevard Project, along with the Rossville Downtown Development Authority,…

Chattanooga Police Chief addresses city council over latest shooting

Several residents additionally express gun violence concerns to council members

June 7, 2022

WDEF News,

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) — Chattanooga Police Chief Celeste Murphy first expressed her condolences to the families of the incident tonight when addressing all in attendance at Tuesday night’s city council meeting. While she says there still isn’t enough evidence to prosecute anyone yet, she wanted to reassure that CPD is doing all it can to find who’s responsible. In response to…

Chattanooga Lookouts Byrd Tenerowicz Became a Fan Favorite

June 7, 2022

Rick Nyman,

Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Chattanooga Lookouts fan favorite Byrd Tenerowicz has flown the coop. Byrd was called up to the Reds Triple-A team in Louisville Tuesday. His hot bat earned the promotion, and his style of play earned the adulation of Lookouts fans. So how did Robbie Tenerowicz become Byrd Tenerowicz. Well it involves and a buddy and beverages. Said Tenerowicz:”He started calling…

Chattanooga State breaks ground on Tennessee College of Applied Technology facility

June 7, 2022

Collins Parker,

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Chattanooga State Community College broke ground today on a building that has been two years in the making. School officials thanked many of the politicians in attendance for helping make the new Tennessee College of Applied Technology facility become a reality. The building costs almost 22 million dollars, and will be the workforce training facility that helps…

Today’s developments in Chattanooga shootings

June 7, 2022

Collins Parker,

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – The city continues to get a grasp on the gun violence plaguing Chattanooga over the last few weekends. On Tuesday, officials confirm to us that Chattanooga Police now consider the McCallie Avenue shooting to be “gang-related.” But they do NOT think it was “gang-motivated.” What’s the difference? Gang members shooting other people for more personal reasons. Chief…

Soddy Daisy's Logan Workman Making Waves In Rays Organization

Soddy Daisy’s Logan Workman Enjoying Early Success in Minors

June 7, 2022

Rick Nyman,

Rome, GA-(WDEF-TV) Logan Workman is putting Soddy Daisy and Lee University on the map with his early success in the Tampa Bay Rays farm system. He drew a large crowd of friends and family when he played in Rome last week. News 12’s Angela Moryan has the story. Said Workman: “It’s one of those things I dreamed of.” Once Soddy…

Mom To Mom – Make Your Own Healthy Energy Snacks

June 7, 2022

WDEF News,

When you don’t want your kids reaching for the candy, we have a healthy snack option that is easy to make.

Accelerating Tennessee Bus Tour arrives in Ooltewah

Tour promotes recently passed TISA Act signed by Gov. Bill Lee

June 6, 2022

WDEF News,

OOLTEWAH, Tenn. (WDEF) — TISA, or the Tennessee Investment in Student Achievement Act, was signed by Gov. Bill Lee just over a month ago. The Accelerating Tennessee Bus Tour made a pit stop in Ooltewah to discuss the new state legislation that will invest a recurring one billion dollars into K-12 public education. Education Commissioner Penny Schwinn believes TISA funds…

TECH BYTE: Use Tech to Keep Teen Drivers Safe

June 6, 2022

Emily Cassulo,

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Memorial Day recently kicked off the unofficial start of summer, and the “100 Deadliest Days” for teen drivers. Crash report data from AAA found that more than 30 percent of deaths involving teen drivers nationwide happened between Memorial Day and Labor Day. If that doesn’t get your attention, 16-to 17-year-olds are also three times more likely…

EMPACT Program Awards IT Certifications to Nine Graduates

June 6, 2022

WDEF News,

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) — “There is one word that comes to mind, for me, when I think about the Google IT certification program and this class, and that word is transformation,” said Dr. Rebecca Ashford, President of Chattanooga State Community College. Monday, nine people graduated from the City of Chattanooga’s EMPACT Google IT program, which provides successful students with a credential…

Community response to South Pittsburg crash that killed 4 football players

grief counseling, fundraisers for the families

June 6, 2022

Collins Parker,

SOUTH PITTSBURG, Tennessee (WDEF) – The healing is only beginning in the South Pittsburg community after four young men died in a crash over the weekend. All five victims in the vehicle were football players, between the ages of 16-22. Four were killed and the fifth is in critical condition. The community is coping the best they can: — South…

What’s Right With Our Schools: Middle Valley Elementary E-Lab

June 6, 2022

Andrew Harrison,

Hixson, TN (WDEF) – A strong background in Computer Science is essential as our world becomes more tech driven. Hamilton County is a global leader in training the coders of tomorrow. Are you not sure what coding is? Students at Middle Valley Elementary can explain. Allyson DeYounng is the Principal at Middle Valley. She explains, “This is a part of…

Call to action event held for Chattanooga’s youth

Councilwoman Demetrus Coonrod wants Chattanooga's children and teenagers to feel safe

GHSA Adding Shot Clock For High School Basketball Next Season

CMA Fest is Back After Two Year Hiatus

Deeper dive into Garrian King shows several arrests

King is charged with possession of a firearm as a felon in connection with the deadly shooting along McCallie Avenue this past Saturday

From The Archives: 1985 Commercials

Suspect Arrested In Connection with McCallie Avenue Shooting

Chattanooga hold first public workshop for POP Plan

Long Time Red Bank Softball Coach Mandi Munn Steps Down

Titans Looking to Make Strides in OTA’S

Volkswagen opens new EV battery lab in Chattanooga

Ham Co school superintendent, County Commissioner say SROs are not enough to keep kids safe in schools

Dr. Justin Robertson says SROs are only a part of what is needed for safety in schools

Juvenile Court Judges Weighs in on Youth Violence

More To The Story: The Boulevard Project

Dave meets the people who have a plan to improve Rossville and Rossville Boulevard

Chattanooga Police Chief addresses city council over latest shooting

Several residents additionally express gun violence concerns to council members

Chattanooga Lookouts Byrd Tenerowicz Became a Fan Favorite

Chattanooga State breaks ground on Tennessee College of Applied Technology facility

Today’s developments in Chattanooga shootings

Soddy Daisy’s Logan Workman Enjoying Early Success in Minors

Mom To Mom – Make Your Own Healthy Energy Snacks

Accelerating Tennessee Bus Tour arrives in Ooltewah

Tour promotes recently passed TISA Act signed by Gov. Bill Lee

TECH BYTE: Use Tech to Keep Teen Drivers Safe

EMPACT Program Awards IT Certifications to Nine Graduates

Community response to South Pittsburg crash that killed 4 football players

grief counseling, fundraisers for the families

What’s Right With Our Schools: Middle Valley Elementary E-Lab

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