Trade Secret ruling could impact Volkswagen Chattanooga plant
Gov. Kemp wants President Biden to intervene in ruling that Korean battery maker stole technology from a rival to build their Georgia plant.
Months after Biden win, Arizona officials still face threats
PHOENIX (AP) - For months, the five board members overseeing Arizona’s most populous county have been facing threats and harassment for backing election results that saw Democrat Joe Biden win in the state. The fury from some supporters of former…
Airlines push White House to reject testing for US flights
WASHINGTON (AP) - U.S. airlines are pressing their case against requiring coronavirus testing of passengers on domestic flights. The CEOs of several major airlines met Friday with the White House's coronavirus-response coordinator to lobby against a testing requirement. They say…
Police emphasize clampdown on crowds as Mardi Gras nears
The final weekend of Mardi Gras season in New Orleans has begun with a warning from police that crowds won't be tolerated as the city fights to stop the spread of the coronavirus. Police chief Shaun Ferguson noted Friday that…
Local Walmart pharmacies offering COVID-19 shots
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Walmart is now giving COVID vaccinations at local store pharmacies. The company started offering vaccines Friday through the Federal Retail Pharmacy Program. Here is a list of local stores offering vaccines: Athens: Walmart, 1815 Decatur Pike…
UTC begins randomized rapid testing of students, faculty
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - UTC students and faculty are now subject to receiving randomized rapid COVID-19 tests as of this week. At UTC, each week 1,000 students, faculty and staff members will receive an email at the end of the…
Catalytic Converter thefts jump 800% in January
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - We've been telling you about the growing problem of catalytic converter thefts. Today, Chattanooga Police sent us some numbers on just how bad it is getting. In January, they took reports on 36 thefts of catalytic converters.…
New Code of Conduct for the Walker County Commission
WALKER COUNTY, Ga.- Walker County Commission meetings will look a little different from now on. Last night the commission voted to start a code of conduct for the public comment portion of their meetings. The change comes after a controversial…
Highway 27 Project Coming to a Close
After 5 years and nearly 1 hundred and 50 million dollars spent, TDOT hopes this project will create a smoother travel for every entering and leaving the downtown area.
African-Americans struggling to receive the COVID-19 vaccine
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The vaccine has been on many people's minds lately. From weighing their options, to finding a vaccination site. But, new data shows African-Americans have not been receiving the COVID-19 vaccine as much as their white counterparts. For…
SEC investigating potential market manipulation with social media stock investing
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee- The Security and Exchange Commission has stepped in after another stock price is being impacted by social media. "It’s illegal for an insider to manipulate a stock," said VP at Barnett and Company, Chris Hopkins. If social media…
Medical workers get special Valentine treat
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee- Medical first responders got a special treat for Valentine’s Day. Hospitals and first responders around the area received Valentine’s Day sweets thanks to MTW View and Little Debbie. This Valentine’s treat was given to medical workers as a…
Teen's Civil War reenacting chicken found in Alabama
A Mississippi teen who lost his Civil War-reenacting chicken in Alabama has been reunited with the bird courtesy of a stranger.
FedEx gives $1M to Tennessee State for student assistance
FedEx Corp. is giving Tennessee State University $1 million to help students finish their degrees and be prepared for the workforce.
Impeachment Reaction following New Videos
People on the streets of Chattanooga react to the latest videos presented by impeachment managers during the latest trial.
Conservation group reacts to council vote against development
A conservation group reacts to the Chattanooga City Council’s move to stop an apartment project on Read’s Lake Road.
Stolen goods from Fort Payne found in neighboring county
FORT PAYNE, Alabama (WDEF) - DeKalb County and Marshal County deputies teamed up to make a stolen property arrest in Northeast Alabama on Tuesday. The stolen goods were from the Fort Payne area. But they were found at a home…
TVA boosting pay for CEO that President Trump labelled "overpaid"
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - A federal utility’s board has boosted the pay scale of its CEO based on an independent review. The review had been ordered after then-President Donald Trump said the executive was “ridiculously overpaid" last summer. During a…
Alabama debates lottery and casino in the north
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Alabama state senators have raised concerns about proposed casino locations in the state, with some lawmakers wanting additional gambling locations. The Alabama Senate on Thursday began debate on a lottery and casino bill. Sen. Del Marsh…
Cleveland mom in contest to land a magazine cover
UPDATE: Thanks to everyone who voted. Hannah Spurlin finished in 2nd position when voting ended Thursday night. She had to make the top 5 to move on to the next round in March. ___________ CLEVELAND, Tennessee (WDEF) - A Cleveland…
Will Chattanooga go carbon neutral by 2050
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Over the past half-century, Chattanooga has experienced an environmental revitalization – going from being deemed the dirtiest town in America to one of the country’s fastest growing centers for green, sustainable jobs. A plan outlined by…
'Jamaican Remedy' for Regaining Taste & Smell After COVID-19 Goes Viral
You never know what you had, until you don't have it! That is the case for many people across the country who are dealing with the loss of taste and smell due to COVID-19. A 2021 study in the Journal…
Inmate's wild ride during Alabama escape attempt
GADSDEN, Alabama (WDEF) — A jail inmate in Gadsden, Alabama made a wild bid for freedom on Thursday. Jason Boyd was being transported back to jail from a hearing at municipal court. But during the drop-off, he managed to jump…
Medical expert think annual COVID vaccine a real possibility
HIXSON, Tennessee- People may need to get vaccinated against COVID-19 annually according to Medical Experts. Pharmacist Jacob Standefer with Access Family Pharmacy said Coronavirus has shown as the virus spreads, it also can mutate. He said in the future, an…