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…
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…
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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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- Chattanooga resident Kim Rogg said she wonders when enough will be enough. “How many more family members have to go to funerals before common sense kicks in,” said Rogg. Jeff Reich moved here just 10 days ago and he said he didn’t anticipate this level of gun violence when he moved here. “ There’s been three shootings…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Chattanooga Lookouts were swept in a chippy doubleheader with the Rocket City Trash Pandas Saturday. Benches cleared in a sixth inning shouting match after pitcher Coleman Crow struck out Lookouts’ Francisco Urbaez to end the inning. Chattanooga led the game until that sixth inning. The Trash Pandas scored four unanswered runs in the last two…
(lookouts.com) The Chattanooga Lookouts scored eight runs after the sixth inning in their 10-1 win over the First Place Rocket City Trash Pandas. Along with their strong offensive showing later in the game the Lookouts pitching staff delivered a dominant performance. Led by starting pitcher Brandon Williamson, the Lookouts only allowed one run on two hits. Williamson’s only blemish of…
There will be a changing of the guard for Marion County football. Veteran coach Dale Pruittis leaving the Warriors in order to return to his high school alma mater at Plainview high in Alabama. Pruitt coached Marion County the last two years, posting a 16-6 record. It was his second stint as the Warriors head coach. Pruitt of course is…
East Ridge did not have to go far to find their new head football coach. They named assistant Chad Barger as their new sideline boss. He replaces Tim James, who announced he was leaving this week. Barger was the Pioneers offensive coordinator the last three years. He was previously a head coach at four different schools, including Coahulla Creek and…
With Tennessee is hosting the NCAA baseball regional at Lindsey Nelson Stadium, and the University decided to release sketches of what the upcoming renovations will look like at the Vols home park. More seating and more suites are on the way along with plenty of other amenities. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News, Sports – UT Vols Tags: Baseball, College…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) — After a two-year hiatus, Riverbend finally returned to downtown Chattanooga. The festivities began early when Hollywood icon Leslie Jordan was welcomed home as the festival’s honorary host. “I’m so honored and I want to thank each and every one of you for this,” Jordan said. “It’s just wonderful. Thank you.” Due to the recent trend of mass…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Chattanooga FC is the number one team in the NISA East standings, thanks to a dominating stretch of games. The last two weeks alone, CFC has scored nine goals! News 12’s Angela Moryan talked to the Boys in Blue to find out the secret to their recent success. Angie: “How would you describe this offense in one word?” Said…
LAFAYETTE/RINNGOLD, Georgia (WDEF) – For years, law enforcement in north Georgia have shown some good-natured, bad blood. The Sheriff’s Offices in neighboring Walker and Catoosa Counties have squared off in an annual Battle of the Badges. They see which community can donate the most to Blood Assurance. Summer is often a slow time for blood donations, even though the demand…
HIXSON, Tennessee (WDEF)- As students leave the classroom for summer vacation, some teachers may follow but won’t be returning next fall. A future teacher shortage is possible but some future and former educators feel that teaching is a rewarding calling. Seven scholarships were given out by the Chattanooga Hamilton County Retired Teachers Association to students who intend on becoming teachers…
CATOOSA COUNTY, Georgia (WDEF)- Catalytic converters continue to be an item stolen off of vehicles in the area. East Ridge Police and Catoosa County Law Enforcement have warned the public about an increase number of catalytic converter thefts. Catoosa County Sheriff, Gary Sisk, says they recently made an arrest in several converters being stolen. He says they are often stolen…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Tony McInnis is the founder and owner of a very popular Chattanooga donut shop. Tasty Donuts. Tony’s a Louisiana native. He knows a good donut. In fact, all of the donuts come from his own recipes. So, asking Tony what his favorite donut is……is, well, a little tricky!! “Oh, that’s a very hard question. I guess it depends…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) — The First Cumberland Pool has been a staple of the community here for more than 60 years. As the dog days of summer approach, the staff is concerned that hours at the pool could be reduced if they can’t find more lifeguards. The pool has been renovated. Now, it needs to be supervised. First Cumberland Presbyterian says…
(gomocs.com) CHATTANOOGA—Blaine Woodruff is the Chattanooga Mocs new men’s golf head coach. His announcement Thursday marks just the third head coach in the program’s DI history joining Reed Sanderlin and recently retired Mark Guhne. “We’re excited to introduce the Chattanooga community to Blaine and (wife) Katie,” Vice Chancellor and Director of Athletics Mark Wharton shared. “He is coming from a…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) — On April 29, Police Officers were allegedly preventing from entering The Signal music venue during a high school prom. “The police officer has testimony here that he was told to leave the property if he did not surrender his weapon,” said a board member. But Signal Staff say the officers were not kept out of the venue….
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – The Riverbend Festival returns to the Riverfront this weekend for the first time in 3 years. And it will look a bit different. The annual music festival will be back at their Ross’s Landing site following a two year break caused by Covid. But this year’s event will be smaller. The footprint will be much smaller, with…