Pro-government forces unleash airstrikes in Yemen
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42 people injured in Japan restaurant explosion
More than 40 people were injured in an explosion Sunday night at a Japanese restaurant in northern Japan, authorities said. The explosion occurred in Sapporo, the capital city of Japan's northern main island of Hokkaido, and caused nearby apartment buildings…
French city mourns as 5th victim dies after Christmas market attack
People filled a square in the French city of Strasbourg on Sunday to show respect and sympathy for the victims of last week's shooting attack near a famous Christmas market as the death toll rose to five. French authorities said…
Chattanooga Beard Company creates special beard balm in honor of little boy with cerebral palsy
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - 5-year-old Lincoln Marti who suffers from cerebral palsy and epilepsy is one step closer to getting a much needed wheelchair van for important doctors' visits. Lincoln's parents do not have a reliable, wheelchair-accessible van to take…
Neighbors concerned after a man was found dead in Decatur
DECATUR, Tenn. (WDEF) - Some neighbors are concerned after a man was found dead at a residence in Decatur. Saturday night authorities responded to a house on Warren Lane. Meigs County Deputies said they found Michael Joyner dead in his…
Volcanic eruption sends thick ash miles into the sky
Jakarta, Indonesia — A volcano in central Indonesia has erupted, ejecting columns of thick ash as high as 24,606 feet into the sky. Mount Soputan, located on the northern part of Sulawesi island, erupted twice Sunday morning, said the national…
Building a better Lego
From the skies above Billund, Denmark, you can guess which famous toy company calls this town home. And inside this life-size Lego building, it's Lego heaven. Just about anything imaginable is re-imagined in the tiny plastic bricks that have been…
Re-making Lego
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Decatur Homicide Investigation Underway
Decatur, TN (WDEF) - On Saturday, deputies with the Meigs County Sheriff’s Office responded to 290 Warren Lane in Decatur, in regards to a death investigation. Upon arrival, officers found the deceased victim, Michael Joyner, in his residence from what…
Two Charged with Theft from Assisted Living Center, Facility Residents
Nashville, TN (WDEF) – An investigation by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) and the Davidson County District Attorney General’s Office has resulted in the arrest of two Nashville men on theft charges stemming from their management of an assisted…
Longtime Hamilton County Official Bill Bennett Dies
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF) - Lawmakers are reacting to the passing of a longtime Hamilton County elected official. Bill Bennett died on Friday. He was 82-years-old. Bennett entered public service in 1980, serving as a Hamilton County Commissioner and Assessor of…
Wreaths Across America held at Chattanooga National Cemetery
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF) - Wreaths Across America, an annual holiday ceremony, was held at national cemeteries across the country Saturday to honor fallen veterans. Chilly weather and mud didn't stop the patriotic from honoring fallen veterans in a holiday wreath-laying…
"Yellow vest" protests erupt for fifth week in Paris
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Universal, transparent rules on climate changed agreed on by nearly 200 countries
Katowice, Poland -- After two weeks of bruising negotiations, officials from almost 200 countries agreed Saturday on universal, transparent rules that will govern efforts to cut emissions and curb global warming. Fierce disagreements on two other climate issues were kicked…
Suspect arrested in killing of American student in the Netherlands
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Paris braces for fifth weekend of protests over economic inequality
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Australia recognizes west Jerusalem as the capital of Israel
SYDNEY -- Australia now formally recognizes west Jerusalem as Israel's capital. But it won't move its embassy until there's a peace settlement between Israel and the Palestinians, Prime Minister Scott Morrison announced Saturday.Morrison said Australia would recognize east Jerusalem as…
Scuffles erupt during fifth weekend of "yellow vest" Paris protests
Paris — Tear gas billowed Saturday across the French capital's protest-scarred Champs-Elysees after a day of largely peaceful demonstrations. Water cannons shot into the crowds on the fifth straight weekend of protests by the country's "yellow vest" movement.The demonstrations against…
Homicide investigation underway in Dade County
DADE COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) - Authorities in Dade County are investigating a homicide. Dade County Sgt. Chad Payne said that on Saturday morning at around 12:15 A.M. deputies were dispatched to the 100 block of Highway 11 South for a…
Lamar Praises Departing Secretary
Maryville, TN (WDEF) – Shortly after President Donald Trump announced on Saturday that U.S. Secretary of the Interior Ryan Zinke would be leaving the administration, Senator Lamar Alexander praised his service. Highlighting how Zinke played a role in working to…
Emily's List of Weekend Activities - December 15, 2018
Christmas is around the corner, and you'll get a chance to listen to some of your holiday favorites.
"Young miracle" baby recovers from Ebola in outbreak
They call her the "young miracle." A baby who was admitted to an Ebola treatment center just six days after birth has recovered from the virus.Congo's health ministry called the baby the youngest survivor in what is now the world's…
Migrant girl's death in custody prompts federal probe
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Inmate Dies While In Custody, Hamilton County Sheriff's Office Investigating
The Hamilton County Sheriff's Office is investigating an inmate death Friday. Officials say 57 year old David L. Bulloch was having difficulty breathing and was transported to a local hospital. Bulloch was pronounced dead by hospital staff Friday morning around…