(WDEF) COVID has impacted many aspects of life including mental health. But what will the long-term effects be even after people get vaccinated and we get back to normal? "Just ask for help. Just acknowledging that you realize that this…
(WDEF) Within 24 hours on March 12th of 2020, the impact of the coronavirus truly showed itself. The sports world had been put on hold as the NBA postponed the season the night before, the men’s and women’s college basketball…
HIXSON, Tennessee - It’s been one year since the World Health Organization classified the coronavirus disease as a pandemic. Medical experts have been trying to tackle this disease. "Starting to see the light at the end of the tunnel. CDC…
A teacher in Marion County is suing the Marion County school district claiming her first amendment rights were violated according to a lawsuit. English teacher Emily Bourque made a Facebook post about George Floyd and Black Lives Matter. In the…
CATOOSA COUNTY, Georgia- Financial help is coming to those in need due to the pandemic. "That not only impacts them but it impacts landlords as well," said Catoosa County Public Information Officer John Pless. Georgia is providing financial assistance to…
RHEA COUNTY, Tennessee- Family, friends, co-workers and former students came to remember and celebrate the life of a Rhea County man Tuesday. "I’m going to follow your advice. I threw my papers down, I typically just talk straight from the heart…
(WDEF) - One Chattanooga man has been arrested in connection to stolen vehicles according to the Chattanooga Police department. In an affidavit acquired by News 12, police said 22 year old Corey M. Fletcher, Jr. was found driving a stolen…
RHEA COUNTY, Tennessee- Donna Mcgainey said outside of the Rhea County Solid Waste Facility, there is usually an awful smell wafting through the neighborhood. "The debris on the road, the smell is horrendous," said Mcgainey. "Maybe we need to be…
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee- Sleep Medical Specialist Doctor Anuj Chandra said sleep is crucial for so many aspects of our lives and health. "Three things that are essential for life; good nutrition, exercise, and sleep. Without sleep, we cannot live," said Chandra. He…
DUNLAP, Tennessee- Dr. Melissa Cordell said drivers not stopping for the school bus in Dunlap is nothing new. "It’s not a new problem, it’s an ongoing problem that we’ve seen. (Buses) do have the stop sign, some of our new buses…
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee- "What we do versus we get them settled safely and their parking space. It’s different for most people to have a drive-through experience for vaccines," said RN Donna Needham. She said it’s a different type of experience, but…
(WDEF)- Roman Catholic archdioceses in St. Louis and New Orleans have requested Catholics to attempt to stay away from Johnson and Johnson COVID-19 vaccine. Taking the Johnson and Johnson covid vaccine could be viewed as “morally compromised" because it is…
CHATTANOOGA,Tennessee- There will be a run off for mayor between Tim Kelly and Kim White. Kim White supporters were buzzing with excitement as a late voting push lead to a run off. White trailed Kelly by less than 300 votes,…
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee- After multiple places running out of, or rarely getting access to the COVID vaccines, Pharmacist Jacob Standefer with Access family Pharmacy said this additional vaccine is a huge step. "Hopefully this is going to open up more accessibility…
HIXSON, Tennessee - Carson Fish is creator and owner of Flying Fish Disc Golf. He started the business 4 years ago and he said it has really started to take off in the past year. “We’re really going to venture into…
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee- The past year has been a difficult for a variety of reasons. One of those difficulties has been on people’s mental health. "People being isolated, staying inside, working from home, having to parent while working from home. We…
CLEVELAND, Tennessee- As Tennessee residents age 65 and older, as well as teachers, became eligible to receive their COVID-19 vaccine this week getting everyone vaccinated has been a struggle. “It has been a little challenging. It's kind of the unknown.…
(WDEF)- Active COVID-19 cases across Tennessee and Georgia continue to trend down. Cleveland’s mayor Gary Davis said Cleveland’s COVID active cases and hospitalization are down to their lowest numbers since mid-November. "Our hospitalizations, of course, are important figures and they…
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee- Chattanooga Police respond to a Tik Tok Video that shows a Chattanooga Police officer attempting to arrest a fleeing suspect on Thursday. According to police, after responding to a robbery call at 1820 Gunbarrel Road, officers found a man…
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee-All Star Sports Cards Owner Steve Wrate has owned the store for almost 30 years. "I've seen all the ups and downs that come with a hobby business. When the pandemic hit, I was really concerned about what was…
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee- Multiple people are supporting a Hamilton County School Bus Driver on Facebook the bus driver said he was fired for a post asking why school wasn’t delayed. Jonathan McKenney posted on Facebook questioning why school wasn’t delayed despite…
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tennessee- "We need to get vaccines to them, so we can get as many people vaccinated as possible," said Pharmacist Jacob Standefer. A COVID variant has been confirmed in Hamilton County. Jacob Standefer with Access Family Pharmacy said…
COLLEGEDALE, Tennessee- Collegedale fired its Director of Parks and Recreation, Traci Bennett-Hobek. Collegedale Commissioner Ethan White said he doesn’t know the full details of the firing but it is within city manager, Ted Rodgers, power to do so. "The city…
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee- With the steady cold the warming shelter at the Chattanooga community kitchen has seen a steady increase in people. The Community Kitchen has severed meals and stayed open everyday even during the pandemic. Due to the pandemic the…
BRADLEY COUNTY, Tennessee- I got a piece of my heart back. I’ll think the SPCA for the rest of my life," said Dog owner, Ryan Walden. A few weeks ago, Walden gave up his dog, 'Twillight,' to save her life…
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee- The Senate voted to acquit former President Donald Trump of inciting a deadly attack on the Capitol on January 6th. With the Senate vote falling short of a two-thirds majority, the big question now, is where does politics go…
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…
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…
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…
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee- Women's Fund of Greater Chattanooga presented what work they have done and will continue to do to help aid women and girls in Tennessee. The women’s fund of Greater Chattanooga website said since 2008 the organization has been…
One of Joe Biden's campaign promises on gun safety could place an additional $200 tax on gun purchases. If fulfilled, the move would add assault weapons under the National Firearms Act of 1934 which charges a $200 tax on the…
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee- Early voting for Chattanooga municipal elections is officially underway. Early voting began earlier Wednesday and will run until February 25th. The election is for City Mayor and City Council Districts 1 through 9 and candidates are trying to…
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee- The number of drug overdose deaths has hit record highs during the pandemic according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention. "Our doors are always open our lights are always on for those who need our help,"…
SCOTTSBORO, Alabama- “We did not think that in this area we are going to be able to receive the vaccine, there have been some delay,” said Reyes. Scottsboro City Schools Superintendent Jose Reyes said there have been a lot of…
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee- Valentine's Day is just a week away and one place is helping people find their purrr-fect date. Humane Educational Society had their matchmakers partner people up one-on-one with available pets looking for a forever home. The event is…
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee - A family officially achieved their dream today after a lengthy COVID delay. Owner of Sweat Club Dawn Thelen and her husband moved from Chicago to Chattanooga with the dream of opening a brick and mortar gym. After…
CHATTANOOGA,Tennessee- “It’s the first time that I’ve actually been around my friends,” said Frazier. Darrell Frazier served around 30 years of a life sentence for drug conspiracy then was pardoned by then President Donald Trump. “It’s been a blessing and a…
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee- Representative Chuck Fleischmann said with the $191 million 2021 fiscal budget there is almost enough money to complete the new lock project at Chickamauga Dam. Fleishmann said the biggest fear was the old lock would fail before the…
HIXSON, Tennessee- The $600 weekly checks given to Americans on Unemployment due to the COVID-19 pandemic could end up hurting your tax returns. It is an area of contention with the IRS where they are monitoring it really closely right…
DALTON, Georgia- Senate Minority leader Mitch McConnell has been critical of fellow Republican Majorie Taylor Greene. Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene has been making national headlines for her comments. In Dalton, Terry Guin said Greene is good for politics and North…