Some of America's wealthiest couples are collecting $100,000 in Social Security benefits — a six-figure payout that a new proposal says should be capped to help the retirement program avoid insolvency in 2032. About 1 million individual Social Security beneficiaries…
In an interview with Iranian state TV late Wednesday, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi also said that no talks with the United States have taken place. “No negotiations have happened with the enemy until now, and we do not plan on…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. -- Children's Hospital at Erlanger has announced plans for a renovation of its emergency department, main lobby, and entryways. They say this will welcome the more than 80,000 patients and families who pass through each year. Construction will…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. -- A commercial fire was stopped from spreading at Gestamp’s on March 25, 2026. According to the Chattanooga Fire Department (CFD), Blue Shift companies responded to Gestamp’s plant on Jersey Pike and found smoke showing from the…
The Trump administration will temporarily lift summer gasoline regulations as prices at the pump near $4 a gallon amid the Iran war. The emergency fuel waiver allows refiners and retailers to sell E15 gasoline, which is blended with 15% ethanol,…
ATLANTA (AP) — Allergy season can be miserable for tens of millions of Americanswhen trees, grass, and other pollens cause runny noses, itchy eyes, coughing and sneezing. Where you live, what you’re allergic to and your lifestyle can make a…
WASHINGTON (AP) — Air travelers are experiencing the highest wait times ever under the Transportation Security Administration, the agency’s acting head said Wednesday, as the latest offer to end a funding impasse and put restraints on President Donald Trump’s mass…
Washington — For the first time in history, a robot, not a person, escorted the first lady of the United States Wednesday at the White House. Escorted by a walking, talking humanoid system, first lady…
Saying that U.S. forces are “very close to meeting the core objectives” of the military action against Iran, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said that “productive conversations” with Iran were ongoing but stressed that more strikes could come if…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. -- The City of Chattanooga, the Chattanooga Housing Authority and ONE Westside partners say they are seeking artists to apply for a public art opportunity in Chattanooga’s Westside neighborhood. A new mural inspired by the community will be…
A jury on Wednesday found that Meta and YouTube are liable for creating products that led to harmful and addictive behavior by young users, a landmark decision that could set a legal precedent for similar allegations brought against social…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. -- Burn Boot Camp has opened its newest location in East Brainerd. Located at 1672 Ooltewah-Ringgold Road, Burn Boot Camp says they offer high-energy workouts, expert training and supportive community. They offer 45-minute camps that range from all…
Deputies say a runaway teenager has been arrested in connection with an attack on a woman inside a Cherokee County Kroger's bathroom. The sheriff's office said the attack happened on March 10 and that the suspect had entered multiple women's…
NEW YORK (AP) — One of only two air traffic controllers on duty at LaGuardia Airport cleared a fire truck to cross a runway just 12 seconds before an Air Canada flight touched down, leaving little time to avoid the collision that killed both…
Two orphaned bear cubs are settling in at a California animal welfare center after their mother was euthanized for attacking people,…
Hubert Davis appeared to be the right coach to be North Carolina’s bridge from Dean Smith to Roy Williams and into the future. Instead, that run lasted just five years. North…
A record share of Americans are unable to pay off their monthly credit card bills, compounding money woes for U.S. residents grappling with affordability concerns, according to a recent analysis. Roughly 111 million people — 50% of Americans with a credit…
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) - Iran on Wednesday dismissed an American plan to pause the war in the Middle East and launched more attacks on Israel and Gulf Arab countries, including…
Tennessee lawmakers are discussing changes that would affect the Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport. A Senate Transportation Committee is debating a bill that would give the legislature the power to appoint most members of airport boards. They’ve done this already for the…
The Pisgah Fire Department posted video of the danger of brush fires around our area. They fought woods and grass fires that burned a total of 94 acres on Tuesday. Most of our area has burn bans in place this…
A tearful Savannah Guthrie, in her first interview since her 84-year-old mother was apparently abducted from her Arizona home, said that “someone needs to do the right thing” and come forward…
Iran's state-owned Press TV network said Wednesday that the regime had rejected terms presented by the Trump administration to end the war launched by the U.S. and Israel on Feb. 28. Iran's leadership has insisted that a diplomatic resolution to…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - John O’Leary, bestselling author, international keynote speaker, and burn survivor, inspired attendees at the 23rd annual Possibilities Luncheon hosted by Siskin Hospital for Physical Rehabilitation. The event,…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. -- Three teens have been charged following reports cars being broken into at an apartment complex, the Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) says. Officers responded to the report in the early morning hours of March 19, 2026. While…
President Trump voiced optimism on Tuesday that a peace deal will be reached with Iran, while insisting the war had already been won. "This war has been won," Mr. Trump said in…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. -- An apartment suffered damage following a grease fire on March 24, 2026. According to the Chattanooga Fire Department (CFD), Red Shift companies responded to 7604 Standifer Gap Road. Upon arrival,…
A hiker and two dogs were rescued on Tuesday March 24, 2026 after falling into water near Gray Bluffs. A hiker with two dogs had slipped and fell 100 feet into the…
A battery fire was extinguished following a truck fire that was hauling lithium batteries on March 24, 2026. According to Catoosa County Government, about 4:30 p.m. Catoosa County E-911 received calls about smoke coming from a truck at the…
The Pentagon is expected to send parts of the 82nd Airborne division to the Middle East as the Iran war extends into its fourth week, according to two sources. A command element and some ground forces are expected to be part of…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Spring has just sprung, but it isn't too late to start planning for your child to hit the green with First Tee - Tennessee's summer camp. First…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Notre Dame remained unbeaten on the young soccer season, as they knocked off East Hamilton 4-2. Irish scored three goals in the first half to lead it 3-0 at…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The countdown is on for the completion of the Tennessee Titans ' new enclosed stadium with the project on target to meet its three-year timeline. Time is ticking away fast. “We’re going to get keys to this building…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Tennesseans are being hit hard by robocalls, with new data showing the state ranks among the worst in the country. Robocalls are something…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - In May, Blood Assurance will launch a new partnership with GoodLabs. The partnership will allow eligible donors to receive free clinical-grade…
RED BANK, Tenn. (WDEF)- A group…
ATLANTA (AP) — Tua Tagovailoa said Tuesday his new one-year contract with the Atlanta Falcons provides an opportunity for a fresh start after a rocky finish to his six-year stay with the Miami Dolphins. Falcons general manager Ian Cunningham said on March…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The National Park Service has awarded $973,527 to help preserve a 30-acre tract of land tied to the Battle of Wauhatchie, a critical fight during the Civil…
SODDY-DAISY, Tenn. (WDEF)- How will companies across the…
NEW YORK (AP) - The U.S. stock market wobbled to an uneven close as uncertainty continues about how long the war with Iran will last. The S&P 500 initially fell Tuesday to an early-morning loss of 0.8% and gave back…
The Pentagon is expected to send parts of the 82nd Airborne division to the Middle East as the Iran war extends into its fourth week, according to two sources. A command element and some ground forces are expected to be part of…