What started as a delayed flight out of Atlanta quickly turned into a federal case. According to a criminal complaint filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia, Thomas W. Ryan is accused of interfering with…
CLEVELAND, Tenn. -- Bradley Medical Center has announced that the hospital and its providers will be in network for UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage plans beginning May 1, 2026. “This is great news for our community. It means our seniors can keep getting…
Washington — The House on Thursday unanimously approved a Senate-passed bill to fund most of the Department of Homeland Security, a move that will soon end the 76-day shutdown that has left many critical agencies struggling to maintain operations and pay employees. The…
NEW YORK (AP) — Ever since graduating from high school, Tyler Jones hasn’t stopped working and doesn’t have any debt. Still, homeownership feels like an unattainable goal, only possible for past generations. “Every time I get a paycheck, it’s all…
BENTON, Tenn. (WDEF)- Polk County Schools says that a significant issue at Benton Elementary School has been fixed. You may remember back in January the…
An iconic United States military ship…
Ford Motor said on Wednesday it expects to collect $1.3 billion in U.S. government refunds for tariffs illegally imposed by the Trump administration. The Detroit automaker raised its annual guidance by $500 million, citing the projected one-time…
DALTON, Ga. (WDEF)- Mothers in the Dalton area got to relax a…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. -- The Board of Directors of the Tennessee Grocers & Convenience Store Association has recognized Joe Greene as its 2026 Retailer of the Year. The Retailer of the Year designation represents the…
Over 150 workers will be laid off following a WARN Notice filed by Yanfeng International Automotive Technology in Chattanooga. Yanfeng International Automotive Technology US I LLC has filed an official WARN Notice…
The governor of Sinaloa and nine other current and former Mexican officials were charged with drug trafficking and weapons offenses in a U.S. indictment unsealed Wednesday in New York, accused of aiding in the…
A United Airlines flight from San Francisco reported a close call with a drone as it was approaching to land in San Diego on Wednesday morning, authorities said. A United spokesperson said Flight 1980 reported…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. -- A woman has been arrested on premeditated murder following a fatal residential fire that happened on January 7, 2026, according to the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office (HCSO). On Wednesday,…
WASHINGTON (AP) - A key inflation measure jumped in March as gas prices soared, the latest sign that the Iran war is pushing up the cost of living and delaying any interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve. An inflation…
Iran's president said Thursday that the ongoing U.S. naval blockade of his country's ports and Iranian-linked vessels was "doomed to fail," challenging President Trump's repeated assertions that the economic pressure of the blockade will force Tehran to accept a deal…
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) - Bradley County Schools highlighted student achievement, safety initiatives, and future growth during its annual State of Schools event held this morning. Students from across the district…
NASHVILLE (WDEF) - Tennessee is defying the national trend when it comes to international students. The information comes from a new study by Manifest Law. While the numbers are dropping nationwide, Tennessee actually saw a slight increase last year. We…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- If you’re looking to add a furry friend to your family, now is a good time to consider…
Uber is expanding into a different side of the travel business: hotels. The ride-hailing and delivery company said Wednesday that users of its app can now book hotel rooms. Uber is using hotel listings provided by…
WASHINGTON (AP) — The White House is warning Congress that funding to pay Department of Homeland Security personnel will “soon run out,” sparking new threats of airport disruptions and national security concerns as the House slow-walks legislation to end what has…
The Federal Reserve on Wednesday left its benchmark interest rate unchanged, marking the central bank's third consecutive pause in 2026. The decision comes as the U.S. economy grapples with rising inflation due to the Iran war and fitful job growth. The Fed maintained the federal…
New Delhi — An Indian man dug up his sister's body and carried it to a bank branch to prove she was dead after being refused access to her account without a death certificate, the lender says. Jitu Munda, from a…
Starting Friday, travelers ages 30 and under can save money by enrolling in the Transportation Security Administration's PreCheck program. In May, the agency will give young travelers $20 off the signup fee, which covers a five-year membership. That brings the…
WASHINGTON (AP) - The chief financial official for the Pentagon told lawmakers that the estimated cost of the war with Iran is $25 billion. During a hearing of the House Armed Services Committee, Jules Hurst III, the acting undersecretary of…