NEW YORK (AP) - Major League Baseball's average salary rose 3.4% on opening day to a record $5.34 million, according to a study by The Associated Press, and the New York Mets topped spending at the season's start for the…
Although an eleventh-hour truce between the U.S. and Iran immediately eased tensions between the warring countries, it could take some time for Americans to see relief from the soaring fuel costs that have pushed gasoline prices to…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A scheduled update on The Bend, the major riverfront redevelopment project led by Urban Story Ventures, was postponed Tuesday after the development team did not appear…
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has told several of America's allies that President Trump wants to see ironclad commitments in the coming days for help to secure the Strait of Hormuz, the Reuters news agency quoted two European diplomats as…
Ooltewah, Tenn. (WDEF) — A new rehabilitation hospital is on the way to Ooltewah, aiming to bring specialized care closer to home for patients recovering from serious injuries and illnesses.…
Prosecutors are seeking Tiger Woods' prescription drug records from a…
NEW YORK (AP) - Oil prices are climbing back toward $100 per barrel on Thursday, while stock markets worldwide give back some of their big gains from the day before. The S&P 500 slipped 0.2% as the United States, Iran…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. -- Erlanger Health has announced that Jason E. Cox, M.D., has joined Erlanger East as Chief Medical Officer, effective April 20. A board-certified family medicine physician, Dr. Cox has served as a medical director for multiple Tennessee health…
Iran's deputy foreign minister Saeed Khatibzadeh told CBS News partner network BBC that Israel's attacks on Lebanon Wednesday were "a grave violation" of the ceasefire agreement, adding that the U.S. must choose "between war and ceasefire - you cannot have…
Bahamian officials say they have arrested a 59-year-old U.S. citizen who is being questioned in connection with the disappearance of his wife, Lynette Hooker. The Royal Bahamas Police Force did not release the man's name, citing the organization's policy, but his…
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) - A tentative ceasefire in the Iran war staggered Thursday under the weight of Israel’s bombardment of Beirut, Tehran’s continued chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz, and uncertainty over whether talks expected on Saturday can…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Dozens of students gathered at Chester Frost Park to compete in a competition based around the environment. The Envirothon is a national competition for high…
MADISONVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) - Just an hour and a half away from Chattanooga is some of the state's best breakfast products located in Madisonville, Tenn., Benton's Country Hams. Benton's…
SEQUATCHIE COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)- A crash on Highway 111 in Sequatchie County has shut down that highway. News 12…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) McCallie picked up a 4-3 walk-off win over Chattanooga Christian on Wednesday. The winning run scored on a passed ball.
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Matt Olson homered, Grant Holmes pitched into the seventh inning and the Atlanta Braves beat the Los Angeles Angels 8-2 on Wednesday. Atlanta broke a 2-2 tie in the third inning on Olson’s third homer of the season…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) We can't wait for the Chattanooga Lookouts new stadium to open next week on April 14th. Erlanger Park. But what will the venue be like for the players? Brian Armstrong met up with Lookouts owner Jason Freier for some…
An NCAA panel is scheduled to discuss potential changes to eligibility rules that would incorporate age into the process, two people with knowledge of the situation said Wednesday. The people spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because…
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TRION, GA. (WDEF) - Republican Lanny Thomas won the special runoff election for Georgia State Senate District 53 on April 7. Thomas defeated Democrat Jack Zibluk by a wide margin, receiving…
AUGUSTA, Ga. (AP) — Scottie Scheffler’s son Bennett turns 2 next month, and Remy was born less than two weeks ago. Neither is old enough to understand the significance of Augusta National, the Masters and the green jacket their father sometimes wears. “(His wife…
James Pearce Jr. did not report to the Atlanta Falcons’ voluntary offseason workouts, coach Kevin Stefanski said Wednesday. “I will tell you guys, James Pearce is not here,” Stefanski said. “We’ve been in constant communication with his representation.” Pearce was arrested near Miami on…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Chattanooga City Council has delayed CARTA’s plan to begin booting vehicles with outstanding parking tickets. CARTA’s resolution would allow them to boot vehicles with three…
Iran accused the U.S. of violating three clauses of its framework for a deal. Araghchi insisted that an end to the war in Lebanon was part of the ceasefire agreement. Netanyahu and President Trump said the truce did not cover…
A police dog that took part in an operation in which 48 tons of marijuana were seized poses in front of packages containing the drug and weapons in Rio de Janeiro on April 8, 2026. |…
BRADLEY COUNTY -- An Atlanta area woman has been charged after a Bradley County resident became the subject of fraud. According to the Bradley County Sheriff's Office, on April 3, 2026, a…
NEW YORK (AP) — Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is launching a new podcast that he says will begin “a new era of radical transparency in government,” according to a…
The Hamilton County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) says they are currently responding to a serious vehicle incident in the 5000 block of Highway 60 in Birchwood. The road is temporarily closed in both…
Spring Creek Road will close until further notice on Friday, April 11, 2026 to allow for bridge installation, the Chattooga County Commissioner's Office says. They say individuals should expect to use alternate routes during this time. Barricades and signage will…
President Trump is still considering withdrawing the U.S. from the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) and will discuss the topic this afternoon in a meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte at the White House, Leavitt said. Mr. Trump has…
LOS ANGELES (AP) - A federal judge on Wednesday handed down a sentence of 15 years in prison to a woman who pleaded guilty to selling “Friends” star Matthew Perry the ketamine that killed him in 2023. U.S. District Judge…
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said the president is aware of Iranian state media reporting that Iran has closed the Strait of Hormuz in response to Israeli attacks in Lebanon. Leavitt said "the president was made aware of those…
CHEROKEE COUNTY -- A Cherokee County man has been charged with multiple drug charges following an investigation, according to the Cherokee County Sheriff's Office (CCSO). They say a search warrant was executed…
A heating lamp is to blame for a fire that occurred under a carport and eventually spread to a nearby golfcart and lawnmower around the 7700 block of Pinetree Lane on April 8, 2026. The Dallas Bay Volunteer Fire…
LONDON (AP) — A British pastor was charged with manslaughter Wednesday in the drowning of a 61-year-old man at a backyard baptism ceremony. Cheryl Bartley, 48, faces one count of gross negligence manslaughter for the death of Robert Smith on…
“Many shipowners will remain extremely cautious, fearing a sudden resumption of hostilities,” Alex Kuptsikevich, chief market analyst at FxPro, said in a Wednesday note. He stressed that future escalation cannot be ruled out, “given the significant differences in the parties’…
DoorDash is bringing drone delivery to metro Atlanta, giving residents a new way to get meals from local restaurants in as little as 20 minutes. The service is launching near Tanger Outlets Locust Grove, with participating eateries including Molinos Mexican Grill,…
Panera Bread has launched its new Salad Stuffers, featuring a soft Italian Stuffer Roll and filled with fresh ingredients. Two new creations have been added. They are: Steakhouse Salad Stuffer: Crisp romaine and arugula…
Washington — Gen. Dan Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, offered a by-the-numbers look Wednesday of the meals and caffeine the U.S. military has consumed during Operation Epic Fury, as a fragile ceasefire agreement between the U.S. and Iran…
