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Committed to Justice: CPD chief seeks closure to Grove St. shooting

Police need public help; request any photos and videos from 2021 Westside Reunion
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CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Chattanooga’s Chief of police is keeping a promise she made during her introduction a couple months ago. Nearly eight months after a drive-by shooting killed two women on Grove Street, Chattanooga’s new police chief, Celeste Murphy, says she is committed to getting justice for the families of the victims. Chief Murphy held a press conference near the…

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Chattanooga, COVID-19, Featured, Local News

Chattanooga Zoo begins vaccinating “at-risk” animals

Zoo official says goal is to eventually vaccinate all animals "susceptible" to disease
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CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) — The Chattanooga Zoo, of course, prioritizes the health of its animals. Believe it or not, regarding the coronavirus, there are some animals that can contract it. While none at the zoo have so far, veterinarians and zoo staff believe vaccines for their animals can better help keep it that way. According to the zoo, “one bottle of…

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Chattanooga, Featured, Hamilton County, Local News

Local faith leader, psychologist have simple solution for violence from ‘Great Replacement’ theory

Crisis psychologist says America shouldn't return to rules espoused by Adolf Hitler 86 years ago
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CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Buffalo mass shooting suspect Payton Gendron left behind a manifesto, claiming “The Great Replacement” theory motivated his alleged actions of shooting ten African-Americans. The racially-motivated shooting at a supermarket in Buffalo has some in Chattanooga trying to come up with solutions to stop them from happening here. A recent Associated Press poll shows a third of all…

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What’s Right With Our Schools: $100,000 Grant for Rossville Middle School

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ROSSVILLE, GA (WDEF) – One hundred thousand dollars isn’t just good money, if you invest it in the right things, it can be life changing.  Thanks to an award from TVA and EBP, Rossville Middle School has a chance make long lasting improvements.   Kevin Wren with TVA says, “I’m glad to see you guys earned this this grant. We’ve…

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Abbott says agreement reached to reopen baby formula plant

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By ZEKE MILLER and MATTHEW PERRONE Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) – Infant formula maker Abbott says it’s reached an agreement with U.S. health officials to restart production at its largest domestic factory, a key step toward easing a nationwide shortage. Abbott did not immediately detail the terms of the agreement reached with the Food and Drug Administration, which has been…

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Featured, Government & Politics, Local News, Rhea County

Gov. Bill Lee Visits Important Rural Counties

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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 as governor. Executive order number one, was for every department in the government to present a strategic plan to me on how that department whether it was health, protection,…

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More To The Story with Staley: Good Works Art And Social

Dave finds the new studio coming to Red Bank mixes it up a bit
Dave Staley,

RED BANK, Tennessee (WDEF) – It’s a little shop about to open in early June. On Dayton Boulevard in Red Bank. But “Good Works Art And Social” is a little different than most. Because at this place, you can not only paint….and do the things that one generally thinks of when talking about an art studio….but you can also work…

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TECH BYTE: Apple to Discontinue iPod

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CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — As the saying goes, all good things must come to an end. After a more than 20-year run, Apple is discontinuing the iPod. Apple first introduced the iPod on October 23, 2001. That meant music junkies didn’t have to carry around CDs, and those bulky CD players anymore. They could put all of their music on…

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Mocs heading to Tuscaloosa for NCAA Regional

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Indianapolis, Ind. (UTC Athletics) — The Chattanooga Mocs softball team was selected to participate in the Tuscaloosa Regional, hosted by Alabama, to kickoff play in the 2022 NCAA Tournament, the NCAA league offices announced Sunday evening. The Mocs earned an automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament after a thrilling come-from-behind win in the title game of the Southern Conference Championship…

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Mocs win SoCon title after thrilling 7th inning comeback

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GREENSBORO, N.C. (UTC Athletics) – The Chattanooga Mocs softball team won its 15th Southern Conference Tournament Championship in improbable fashion Saturday afternoon at top-seeded UNC Greensboro. The ladies came back from a 7-2 deficit with a five-run seventh and then won it in the eighth to claim a 9-7 final tally. Chattanooga will advance to its 12th NCAA Tournament. The…

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Lookouts get up early to leave Braves behind, 7-3

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CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Two home runs from fan-favorite Byrd Tenerowicz and a stunning 12 strike-out night from starter Andrew Abbott made a Chattanooga Lookouts win look easy Saturday night against the Mississippi Braves. Looks and Braves will be back again Sunday afternoon at AT&T Field to finish the six game series. Categories: Sports, Sports – ATL Braves, Sports –…
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Report shows gun theft from cars rising in Chattanooga

Chattanooga ranks as the second-highest city in America for gun theft from cars; Memphis ranks first
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CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) — Recent analysis from a national non-profit shows that Chattanooga is the second-highest city in America for gun theft from cars. These numbers have been on the rise for the past decade. Using FBI crime data, Everytown for Gun Safety Support Fund’s research shows that “at least one gun is stolen from a car every 15 minutes, on…

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Hamilton County Schools Superintendent marks first 100 days by looking ahead to the future

Dr. Justin Robertson announces plans to address challenges that begin as early as this upcoming August
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CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Not counting weekends, Dr. Justin Robertson has been in the superintendent’s office for 20 weeks. 100 days. But he isn’t touting any of the successes Hamilton County Schools has seen in his short tenure. Robertson is looking at the challenges he’s seen in school board meetings, and taking that head-on. Robertson: “One change, and something we’re talking…

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More To The Story: Hard to Place Pets

Dave looks at the problem of animals with disabilties
Dave Staley,

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Carnell is enjoying life. We should be envious! Carnell can whack down a can of cheese whiz in no time. He loves to swim. He spends as much time in the water as he possibly can. And if you have a tire in your yard, he’ll take a crack at that as well. Carnell does all of this…
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Hamilton County Schools addresses bullying at board meeting

New trends have emerged since pandemic started in March 2020
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CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) — “Creating a community of belonging.” This is the culture that Hamilton County Schools wants to create for its students. Dr. Marsha Drake was one of three women tonight who spoke on the concern of bullying in school at Thursday night’s board meeting. She says that, among others, she is “committed” to the “just cause” of keeping equity…

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Support Angela and Boys and Girls Club at Dancing with the Stars!

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News 12’s Angela Moryan is putting on her dancing shoes and will be one of the featured dancers for Dancing with the Stars in Cleveland Friday. Support the Boys and Girls Club of the Ocoee Region by buying tickets and donating with the links below. TICKETS DONATIONS There will also be a live stream of the event. Follow Angela on…

Braves Hot Hitting Prospect Talks On Base Streak While In Chattanooga
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Braves hot hitting prospect talks on-base streak while in Chattanooga

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CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Fans have flooded the stands at AT&T Field this week, but it’s not all in support of the Chattanooga Lookouts. The Mississippi Braves are in town, which means Atlanta’s hottest prospect Michael Harris II is in town. Harris is the only player in Double-A ball to reach base in every single game this season. His 3-0-3…