TECH BYTE: Using Tech to Prepare for Severe Weather
Let’s look at how you can use tech to prepare for severe weather.
‘Wes will bounce back’ Benefit; Family raises money for burn victim
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- 7 weeks ago Wes Kean was in an off-road racing accident where he suffered second and third degree burns to 40 percent of his body. Since then, he has been in the burn center at Vanderbilt University. His family, friends and community came together today to raise money for his medical bills and celebrate his progress. Chris…
Man shot at Coolidge Park Sunday afternoon
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- One man was shot in what witnesses are calling a drive-by shooting at Coolidge Park tonight. Four gunshots rang out in the parking lot off River Street around 6:30. HAPPENING NOW: @ChattanoogaPD confirms one man has been shot at Coolidge Park. Reports say the victim was shot in the knee. He has been transported to the hospital….
Man killed on Wheeler Avenue
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- 33-year-old Aaron Johnson was killed last night on Wheeler Avenue. Police say that when they arrived on scene, they found Johnson suffering from a gunshot wound. According to police, there is little information about the incident but detectives are pursuing all leads. If you have any information contact police or the Homicide Tip Line. Categories: Chattanooga, Crime,…
Tennessee State Rep. Mike Carter passes away after pancreatic cancer battle
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn.(WDEF)- Tennessee State Representative Mike Carter passed away last night after a battle with pancreatic Cancer. A family representative tweeted the news this morning. Mike lost his battle with Pancreatic Cancer late last night, surrounded by his family. We’ll miss him very much. We appreciate your prayers during this difficult time. — Mike Carter (@RepMikeCarter) May 16, 2021 He…
Gordon Lee splits with ACE Charter in GHSA Final Four
CHICKAMAUGA, Ga. (WDEF) — A late three runs from ACE Charter put the Gryphons over Gordon Lee in game one of the GHSA Class A-Public final four Saturday. The Trojans reset and forced a run-rule in game two, winning 10-0. Series-deciding game three will be played Monday at 5 p.m. at Gordon Lee. Categories: Sports, Sports – Local Sports News…
Silverdale state run ends in 16-7 loss to Grace-Franklin
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Silverdale Baptist allowed eight runners to score in the top of the first inning, resulting in an uphill battle from the get-go. Grace Christian-Franklin batted another eight around over the course of the seven-inning game to advance to the TSSAA Division II-A quarterfinals. Categories: Sports, Sports – Local Sports News Tags: High School Baseball, Silverdale Baptist,…
Ringgold’s state dreams dashed in Saturday sweep vs. North Hall
RINGGOLD, Ga. (WDEF) — Ringgold Tigers fall to North Hall in two games (10-2, 3-1) in GHSA Class AAA Final Four. Categories: Sports, Sports – Local Sports News Tags: GHSA, High School Baseball, Ringgold
Tribute to those that serve held at Honor Park
FORT OGLETHORPE, Ga. (WDEF)- A group of very special people were honored Saturday at Honor Park in Fort Oglethorpe. This annual celebration is a tribute to those that serve. Music, honor guard and prayer were all apart of the celebration. Dr. Mary Lambert gave the keynote address. The Fort Oglethorpe Mayor Pro Tem, Paula Stinnett, says that the event represents…
Coker Museum reopens after pandemic closure
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Today was the big day for the Coker Museum. They opened their doors for the first time since December. The museum held a small car show in honor of the big day that was long awaited by owner Corky Coker. Coker says that vaccinations play a large role in his reopening today. “I want to encourage everyone…
Dalton Beats Johns Creek 3-2 For Soccer State Title
The Dalton high school soccer team claimed their sixth state championship on Friday night in Powder Springs, Georgia. They beat Johns Creek 3-2 for the Class 6A state title. The Gladiators scored less than three minutes into the match to make it 1-0. Dalton then got goals from Fernando Guerrero and Filemon Quinterro to go up 2-1 at halftime. The…
CCS Softball Sweeps Ensworth in State Tournament
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The CCS softball team opened play in the state tournament Friday by sweeping Ensworth 12-0 in game one and 12-0 in game two. Madison Vandergriff enjoyed a big outing at the plate in game one, including a bases clearing double in the third inning. Categories: Sports, Sports – Local Sports News
Profiling Ringgold Baseball as they face another state championship tournament
RINGGOLD, Georgia (WDEF) – The Ringgold Tigers are picking right up where the pandemic left them off. The Tigers are heading to their second final four in the last three state tournaments. This time, they get to host. News 12’s Angela Moryan has the full story. If you ask the Ringgold Tigers what’s special about this year’s team… you’ll get…
Chattanooga lifting mask restrictions
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Mayor Tim Kelly lifted mask restrictions on Friday for people who have been vaccinated. The move applies to city buildings and will use the honor system. However, these restrictions remain: All residents will still need to follow guidance at their workplace and at local businesses, which as private entities have the right to set their own guidelines….
Two men taken to hospital after being trapped under collapsed building
ROSSVILLE, Georgia (WDEF) – Two men were transported to local hospitals when a house being built collapsed in Rossville. “Of course, I saw the police chief coming very fast he doesn’t drive really fast like that so he was rolling,” said Kelli Williams. Construction on a building was taken place when a neighbor described hearing a loud thud booming through the neighborhood….
Hamilton County Health Department Hosts Pop Up Vaccine Events
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- When the vaccine first began to roll out the line at the Tennessee Riverpark seemed to have no end. But now, there’s less people signing up to get the shot. So, the Hamilton County Health department decided to have pop up vaccination evens like the one today at the Super Carniceria Loa. .@HamiltonHealth has pop up vaccination…
Health Department needing more participants for Covid-19 Take home Testing Kits
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) – The Hamilton County Health Department was one of two counties chosen by the CDC to participate in the Covid take Home testing kits. Now they are asking for your help with tracking the virus by participating. The health department was given 40,000 Covid testing take home kits and just a few more than 15,000 have been picked…
Hooked On Science – Fireproof Balloon
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School board votes 5-3 in favor of keeping students in mask until end of school year
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- Dozens of parents chanted outside the school board meeting to make masks optional for their kids in school. “We parents of Hamilton demand a vote today to end this mask BS today,” said Larissa Robinson. That vote failed 5 to 3 and will require kids to wear mask for the last 9 days of school. Some parents…
Stephan Jaeger Near the Top of the Leaderboard at Visit Knoxville Open
Former Chattanooga Mocs and Baylor golfer Stephan Jaeger is off to a great start at this weekend’s stop on the Korn Ferry Tour. Jaeger opened with a 6-under 64 at the Visit Knoxville Open at the Holston Hills Country Club in Knoxville. Jaeger is three off the lead held by Greyson Sigg. If Jaeger can pull off the victory, he’ll…
Signal Mountain Beats CSAS For District Soccer Title
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Signal Mountain knocked off CSAS 3-1 on Thursday at CSAS to capture the District 5-A soccer title. Mats Damman scored a goal right before the half to put the Eagles up 2-1 at halftime. Then the Eagles got another goal in the second half to seal the victory. Categories: Sports, Sports – Local Sports News, Sports – Soccer Tags:…
Hamilton County Commissioners want more SROs
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Hamilton County Commissioners said in a meeting Tuesday that they are anxious to expand the number of SROs at school campuses – even if it means using a number of security guards to help fill open positions. Hamilton County is having trouble hiring more Student Resource Officers. “Since I’ve been on the board the last three years,…
Tennessee American begins Red Bank projects
RED BANK, Tennessee (WDEF) – Tennessee American Water started work today to replace mains on James and Ashmore Avenues in Red Bank. The project involves replacing pipe installed in the 1920s with 6-inch diameter mains. The project will cost approximately 300-hundred thousand dollars and is scheduled to be finished by mid-July. External Affairs Manager Daphne Kirksey says it’s just one…
TDOT begins planning for Phase 2 of I-75/I-24 modification project
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) – The I-75/I-24 Modification Project has been underway for the last two years. Now Phase one is almost complete while Phase 2 is just entering the planning phase. Currently TDOT is still in Phase 1 of the modification project which involves an entirely new design for the traffic pattern of the interchange. Planning for Phase 2 has begun…