By ACACIA CORONADO and JIM VERTUNO Associated Press UVALDE, Texas (AP) – The governor of Texas says the gunman who killed 19 children and two teachers at an elementary school had warned in online messages minutes before the attack that he was going to shoot up a school. Gov. Greg Abbott says the shooter, 18-year-old Salvador Ramos, used an AR-15…
By ACACIA CORONADO Associated Press UVALDE, Texas (AP) – A news conference about the shooting at a Texas elementary school broke into shouting Wednesday as Democratic gubernatorial candidate Beto O’Rourke blamed Republican Gov. Greg Abbott for inaction ahead of the latest in a long string of mass shootings in the state. As the Republican governor was finishing his remarks, O’Rourke…
ROCK SPRING, Georgia (WDEF) – Dade County Republican Colton Moore defied expectations and party leaders to claim a primary victory on Tuesday to represent northwest Georgia in Atlanta. He defeated Stephen Henry in a close vote for the 53rd District State Senate Seat. Moore won by just 800 votes. His victory was over the Commission Chairman from the most populous…
(lookouts.com) A five-run fifth inning has fueled Birmingham to 7-2 a victory in their series opener against the Chattanooga Lookouts at AT&T Field on Tuesday night. Pitching in relief during a rain-shortened game, left-hander Andy Fisher allowed a pair of bases-loaded walks to drive in a pair of Barons runs. Earlier in the game, Byrd Tenerowicz hit his fifth homer…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Three decades, eight state titles and a cancer battle later — GPS softball coach Susan Crownover is hanging up her blue and black for retirement. News 12’s Angela Moryan has the story of her impact — as Crownover prepares for her final Spring Fling. Said senior catcher Ansley Blevins: “GPS softball is Coach Crownover. Like, this school is Coach…
By RUSS BYNUM Associated Press U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene has defeated five Republican challengers in a Georgia primary that tested conservative voters’ tolerance of her divisive politics. Greene advances to the November election, where she will face the winner of a three-way Democratic primary in northwest Georgia’s 14th District, a seat drawn to give Republicans a huge advantage. Jennifer…
By JEFF AMY Associated Press ATLANTA (AP) – Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp has defeated his Donald Trump-backed challenger David Perdue after a furious push by the former president to punish Kemp for not overturning the 2020 election results. Kemp’s victory on Tuesday sets up another general election race against Democrat Stacey Abrams, who was unopposed in her primary. The November…
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UPDATE: Death toll rises 18 students dead 3 adults 3 more in serious condition UVALDE, Texas (WDEF) – Reactions to the school shooting in Texas in which 14 children were killed along with a teacher when an 18 year old opened fire at an Elementary school before being shot by police. Parkland, Fla. (May 24, 2022) – Today, following the…
Cleveland, TN-(WDEF-TV) The Lee men’s golf team captured the Division two national championship last week in Michigan. It was the first NCAA national title in Lee University history. Now head coach John Maupin has a cool conversation piece on his office desk. Reporter:”Does it feel funny that that trophy is on your desk. Is it still surreal a little bit?”…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Three of our area’s high school baseball players have been named finalists for the state’s Mr. Baseball award, including Silverdale’s Turner Junkins. The right hander has an ERA just over one, and he’s batting well over .300. Not bad for a kid playing a broken shin. Said head coach Lance Rorex:”It doesn’t surprise you. You see the work that…
ATLANTA, Georgia (WDEF) – Less than 24 hours to go until Georgians go to the polls to vote for their next governor. News 12 heard from both of the major Republican candidates: incumbent Brian Kemp, and former U.S. Senator David Perdue. While Perdue is behind in the polls, he’s not too worried about it. And Kemp has one message in mind…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – They were here just a couple of days ago. A big bus, parked at the Chattanooga National Cemetery. The nonprofit called “Carry The Load” wants to highlight the true meaning of Memorial Day. So they walk. And walk. Through and around places such as this hallowed ground. CASSIDY DILLARD, SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER; “We come to places such as…
Ringgold, GA (WDEF) – Heritage High School has turned teacher appreciation into an art form. The many ways students show their gratitude is a great example of “What’s Right With Our Schools.” Michelle Pettyes is an SGA sponsor at Heritage. She explains, ” SGA does a lot of work for teachers during teacher appreciation week, and we do, we write…
(WDEF) – On Tuesday Georgia and Alabama voters will go to the polls to select candidates for the general election this year. There are primaries for Governor, U-S Senate, the U-S house and scores of local races. One of those is the state senate seat of Jeff Mullis, a republican who will not run again. News 12’s Hannah Bullard talked to…
CLEVELAND, Tennessee (WDEF) – Bradley County Fire Investigators have determined that the cause of the blaze that destroyed the Flea Land Flea Market over the weekend was electrical. They say the Flea Market overloaded the electrical system by using too many extension cords. It was a tough fire to battle on Saturday afternoon. The heat caused 10 firefighters to suffer…
ROSSVILLE, Ga. — The E-P-A has awarded a five hundred thousand dollar grant to Walker County. The grant includes funding to contract an environmental consultant, who will evaluate sites such as Peerless Woolen Mills in Rossville. “There could be chemicals where some company previously owned the land and then made a product that was chemically based, or could be asbestos,…
KINGSVILLE, Texas (WDEF) — A lot of technology is so easy to use nowadays, even a toddler can do it! That was the case recently in Kingsville, Texas, when a two-year-old made a pretty big food order using his mom’s smartphone. “I thought I locked the phone, but apparently I didn’t because DoorDash came with 31 cheeseburgers,” said Kelsey Golden….
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 alcohol and my aunt’s suicide from a food addiction,” said Crandall. Then he started drinking and became an addict himself. “I made the cognizant choice to try…
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 Rock City became known as a public attraction, and Garnet and Frieda Carter welcomed in the community. “We’re nearing a century and we’re very mindful of the…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Silverdale baseball is heading to Spring Fling for the first time since 2013! News 12’s Angela Moryan talked to the team about their history-making season. Said pitcher Turner Junkins: “Last year, I felt like it was kind of a surprise to people how good we were last year. This year, it’s the standard.” A winning standard. The Seahawks keep…
Cleveland, TN-(WDEF-TV) Stewarts Creek beat Bradley Central 8-5 on Friday night to advance to Spring Fling. The Bears scored two runs in the first inning, but the Red Hawks exploded for seven runs in the second inning, which proved to be the difference on the night. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Baseball, Bradley Central High School, High School…
Sale Creek, TN-(WDEF-TV) The Sale Creek baseball team appeared poised to make Spring Fling on Friday against Gordonsville. The Panthers raced out to a 6-0 lead, but they couldn’t hang on. They fell 11-9 in 8 innings. Jakob Elrod homered twice on the day for Sale Creek. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Baseball, Gordonsville, High School Baseball, Sale…
Soddy Daisy, TN-(WDEF-TV) The Soddy Daisy softball team scored two runs in the bottom of the sixth to edge White Co 2-1 to advance to Spring Fling. It marks the first time the Trojans have punched their ticket to Murfreesboro since 2014. Soddy Daisy trailed 1-0 going to the bottom of the sixth when Taylor Lloyd delivered a two-out base…