Cempa Community Care Vaccines
Cempa had over 500 doses of the vaccine prepared for anyone who made an appointment plus any walk ups.
Bug-a-Palüza returned to Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- After a year long, unwanted break, the 22nd annual Bug-a-Palüza car show finally happened again Saturday. Of course things looked different because of the Coronavirus. The Volkswagen show was held at the First Horizon Pavilion with safety…
After Amazon: Labor tries to regroup in wake of Alabama loss
WASHINGTON (AP) - Despite the strongest public support and the most sympathetic president in years, the American labor movement just suffered a stinging defeat -- again. Amazon warehouse workers in Bessemer, Alabama, overwhelmingly voted against joining the Retail, Wholesale and…
Trump in 2024? He says only that 'a Republican' will win
PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) - Former President Donald Trump plans to affirm his commitment to the Republican Party - and raise the possibility that someone else will be the GOP’s next presidential nominee. Trump’s message is outlined in prepared remarks…
Sheriff: Ex-dispatcher accused of refusing to return $1.2M
GRETNA, La. (AP) - A former sheriff’s dispatcher in a New Orleans suburb has been arrested, accused by authorities of refusing to return more than $1.2 million that had been accidentally deposited into her brokerage account. Local media reports say…
Coroner: 6th person dead following South Carolina shooting
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - A sixth person has died after a shooting earlier this week by a former NFL player who also killed four members of a South Carolina family. York County Coroner Sabrina Gast said Saturday that 38-year-old air…
Severe storm damages buildings in Florida Panhandle
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (AP) - A cluster of severe storms has swept across Southern states, leaving at least one dead in Louisiana while toppling power lines in Mississippi and leveling buildings in the Florida Panhandle. St. Landry Parish President Jessie…
Chemical and diesel spill close I-75 South for hours
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF)- All lanes of I-75 Southbound near mile marker 14 was closed for at least 8 hours today. According to Tri-community volunteer fire department, 200 gallons of chemicals and diesel spilled on the interstate after a crash around…
Golden Retriever taken in a stolen car found dead
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - The story of a stolen Golden Retriever in Chattanooga has come to an unhappy end. JC Morrissey posted on Facebook Thursday, begging anyone to help him find Abby. He says she was inside his mother's car when…
Hamilton/Bradley Co.: I-75 Southbound near Mile Marker 14: All Lanes Blocked.
Red Alert Traffic: Via the Tri-Community Volunteer Fire Department: 1:30pm Update: All northbound lanes, and the far right southbound lane have reopened. The left lane of I-75 southbound at MM 14 will remain closed until further notice. ———————- 1:20pm -…
COVID, Philip's no-fuss attitude mean simpler funeral plan
LONDON (AP) - Prince Philip will be laid to rest with all the honors due a prince of the United Kingdom and a consort to Queen Elizabeth II. But the coronavirus pandemic means it will be a more low-key farewell…
Gaetz faces House ethics probe; federal investigation widens
WASHINGTON (AP) - The House Ethics Committee has announced an investigation into Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz. The news comes as federal prosecutors probing sex trafficking allegations against Gaetz are also scrutinizing the actions of some of his political allies and…
Mrs. World gives up crown after onstage melee in Sri Lanka
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (AP) - The reigning Mrs. World on Friday relinquished her title while defending her decision to pull the crown off the head of this year’s winner of Mrs. Sri Lanka, whom she falsely claimed to be a…
Shots for shots: New Orleans bars offer vaccines
NEW ORLEANS - Bars in New Orleans are doing their part to battle the coronavirus pandemic. Local media report that two of the city’s bars are holding events where patrons can get the one-shot Johnson & Johnson vaccine. The Dragon’s…
Nashville lifts outdoor mask mandate
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Nashville’s top health officials have tweaked the city’s mask mandate to exclude requiring face coverings in outdoor spaces. According to the city’s latest public health order, masks will be still required for indoor spaces. However, as…
Biden budget seeks more for schools, health care and housing
WASHINGTON (AP) - President Joe Biden has released a $1.5 trillion wish list for his first federal budget. He's asking for substantial gains for education, health care, housing and environmental protection. Republicans are complaining that there isn't more for the…
AP Interview: Stacey Abrams on voting rights, her next move
ATLANTA (AP) - In an interview with The Associated Press, voting rights advocate Stacey Abrams says a new Georgia law makes it harder for people to vote by restricting early voting, in-person absentee voting and the use of drop boxes.…
No Response on whether Immigrant children are being treated in Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - A church-affiliated organization has not responded to our inquiry about a report of immigrant children from the Mexican boarder being housed in Chattanooga. The report was made by The Tennessee Conservative organization based on an anonymous tip.…
Driver trapped in wreck on Highway 58
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Chattanooga Firefighters had to rescue a driver from a wreck on Highway 58 on Friday. It happened in the 4500 block near the Wendy's. Fire officials say the woman was complaining of severe back pain from the…
Chattanooga community asks questions of Mayoral/District 5 candidates
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- The Brainerd community gathered to ask questions of the Chattanooga Mayoral and District 5 City Council Candidates "The community itself I know it’s extremely frustrating because this is normally their only opportunity to get to see these…
Questions remain surrounding McKamey euthanasia controversy
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Management at McKamey Animal Shelter has been heavily scrutinized in the last few days. It all started when a flurry of employees resigned from their positions after witnessing a cowering dog being dragged into a room…
Police charge woman in shooting of two other women
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Chattanooga Police have arrested a woman in the shooting of two other women on Tunnel Boulevard. On March 31, a 23 year old and a 44 year old women suffered gunshot wounds during a fight outside the…
Auto repair shop fire on Shallowford Road
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Chattanooga Firefighters put out a fire this afternoon at an auto repair shop on Shallowford Road. They got the call to Grease Monkey Diesel & Auto Performance Repairs around 2PM. The owner first spotted the smoke coming…
Chattanooga Company works with NASA to create Covid-19 Detection Device
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) - A Chattanooga company is working against the clock to help break down the barriers of rapid Covid-19 testing. Variable Inc. was chosen by NASA to put your breath to the test. When the pandemic hit, Variable, Inc.…