CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Over 100 people met up at Miller Park Tuesday evening for a demonstration after the death of George Floyd. It was the fourth day of protesting in Chattanooga. It started with speaking and food then wrapped…
Friends of the Festival, the nonprofit organization behind Chattanooga’s premier music festival Riverbend, has made the decision to cancel this year’s event due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn (WDEF) - On April 12th, an EF-3 tornado ripped through parts of Hamilton County devastating many homes, businesses, and even schools. Grace Baptist Academy on Shallowford Road was one of those schools. Pastor Adam Love says almost all…
When the news took place where Mr. Floyd was killed, The title of commissioner went out the window” said Hamilton County Commissioner Katherlyn Jeter.
In a rare public statement, former President George W. Bush said he and former first lady Laura Bush were anguished by the killing of George Floyd and disturbed by the injustice and fear.
Prosecutors are charging a Minneapolis police officer accused of pressing his knee against George Floyd’s neck with second-degree murder, and for the first time are leveling charges against three other officers.
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn (WDEF) - Hamilton Place mall announced Monday afternoon they would be closing the mall at 2:45. A mall spokesperson says it's because they received credible information about a possible protest in that area. Chattanooga Police confirms they…
Chattanooga Mayor Andy Berke is weighing in on the protests from over the weekend.
It's been closed since mid-March.
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) - Over the past few days thousands of protesters have joined together to demand justice for the death of George Floyd. Since Saturday evening, hundreds of people have assembled to raise awareness about racism and police brutality- after…
The two officers involved in the shooting violated department policy by not wearing or activating the bodycams, said Deputy Chief Robert Schroeder.
Let's look at some simple things you can do to make some improvements to your home office setup, without spending a lot of money.
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Protests have been occurring all across the nation. People in multiple states have gathered to protest the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis. Marching, chants, tears and speeches filled the Walnut Street bridge Saturday afternoon. Three protests…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Protests throughout the nation continued on Sunday. Two separate protests took place Sunday afternoon. Marie Mott, who is running for District 8 city council, planned her own demonstration. The group met at the Hamilton County Courthouse. A…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Hamilton County Health Department has decided to stop distribution of the free cloth face masks. According to the Health department, the cloth masks are coated with Silvadur. That is a substance commonly applied to fabrics to…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Health Department is asking for those that participated in the paintball battles to get tested for Coronavirus. According to the health department, an individual who was involved during May 17 to May 20th tested positive for…
The Hamilton County Coalition is working to reduce the number of overdose deaths by holding online classes.
A Rossville senior care facility has become the latest nursing home to report an outbreak of COVID-19.
Chattanooga joined other cities to protest following the death of George Floyd.
ROSSVILLE, Georgia (WDEF) - We have a second Covid-19 outbreak at a Tennessee Valley senior care facility . The NHC facility in Rossville is informing family members about 25 positive tests. After a worker tested positive, the facility tested their…
DALTON, Ga. (WDEF) - In April, many places were dealing with the spread of COVID-19 through stay-at-home orders. In that month the unemployment rate grew in all 50 states, including Georgia. Whitfield County had the highest jobless rate of counties…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - As people emerge from their homes, some choose to wear masks, while others don't, even when they know the rules. News 12's Taylor Bishop goes out to ask them why.
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Chattanooga has received 20-thousand masks from the state. They arrived this morning, two days after Mayor Andy Berke requested them. They're being kept at the city's Watkins street site. Local groups will then distribute them to residents.…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - The bike business is booming -- as many are still quarantining. Big box stores like Walmart and Target are reporting they have no more bicycles available. Meanwhile, local stores here in the Tennessee Valley are seeing big…