Florida hospital sues to evict a patient who won’t leave room 5 months after discharge
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — The patient in Room 373 refuses to leave. Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare earlier this month…
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Gabbard confirms assessment that Iran's nuclear enrichment was "obliterated" in strikes last year
Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard reiterated at a Senate hearing Wednesday that the intelligence community assessed that Iran's nuclear enrichment program was "obliterated" in strikes against Iran last year. "So the assessment of the intelligence community is that Iran's…
About 90 ships cross the Strait of Hormuz as Iran exports millions of barrels of oil despite the war
HONG KONG (AP) — About 90 ships including oil tankers have crossed the Strait of Hormuz since the outset of the war with Iran and it is still exporting millions of barrels of…
Zendaya’s new ring fuels notion that she and Tom Holland are married
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Zendaya’s new ring has led many to believe she’s married to actor Tom Holland, but the star isn’t confirming it and shared why she’s intentional about keeping her…
Georgia VA clinic temporarily closed after shooting ends with gunman killed and employee hospitalized
The Department of Veterans Affairs clinic in Jasper, Georgia, will be closed for the rest…
Woman hospitalized after being startled by humanoid robot: "Are you crazy?"
A woman on an evening walk in Macau was briefly hospitalized after a humanoid robot startled her and left her feeling unwell, police told AFP on Wednesday. Police said they had received a call for…
Upcoming road closures that could impact individuals
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. -- The City of Chattanooga Department of Public Works / Transportation Division has shared upcoming road closures that could impact locals. They are as follows: Chattanooga Football Club The following locations will be closed on Wednesday, March 18th…
Election Commission votes against Highlander's ballot name challenge against Christian-Lowe
Donna Christian-Lowe (left) and Hamilton County Commissioner Dr. Steve Highlander (right) at a Hamilton County Election Commission over Highlander's challenge of Christian-Lowe…
Pakistan announces pause in strikes on Afghanistan, 2 days after deadly Kabul airstrike
KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) - Pakistan announced a pause in strikes against Afghanistan Wednesday, saying the decision was made ahead of the Muslim holiday of Eid al-Fitr at the request of Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Turkey. The announcement came two days…
TDOT addresses ongoing response to chronic Ten Mile flooding
MEIGS COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)- We have received a response from TDOT regarding chronic flooding issues in the Meigs County community of Ten Mile. Residents there say that the main road through town, State Route 304, constantly floods due to drainage…
Trump waives Jones Act for 60 days in effort to ease energy prices
President Trump on Wednesday issued a 60-day waiver of the Jones Act, a move aimed at lowering energy prices by letting foreign ships move fuel between U.S. ports. The 100-year-old law requires…
U.S. military says it struck 7,800 targets in Iran
The U.S. military says it has struck more than 7,800 targets in Iran and damaged or destroyed over 120 Iranian vessels since the start of its operation. The military has conducted over 8,000 combat flights,…
Venezuela beats US 3-2 on Suárez’s 9th-inning double to win first World Baseball Classic title
MIAMI (AP) — Eugenio Suárez and his Venezuelan teammates stood on the stage behind second base with shiny medals draped over their proud chests, belting out their national anthem accompanied by tens of thousands of fans who remained in the…
Shaquille O'Neal offers to pay funeral expenses for 12-year-old girl who died after fight in Georgia
NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal has stepped in to help the family of a 12-year-old Georgia girl who died after a fight last week, offering to pay for her funeral expenses as the…
Both sides in Iran war ratchet up attacks on energy facilities, as oil prices surge
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) - Israel kept up its campaign of targeting Iran’s leaders on Wednesday, killing the country’s intelligence minister, and an Iranian offshore natural gas field was struck in a sign of the war’s mounting pressure –…
TSA official warns some airports could shut down if officers' sick calls climb: "A serious situation"
Acting deputy TSA administrator Adam Stahl says the agency is concerned about the growing number of sick calls among TSA officers, which is leading to long security lines at airports across the country. "If the call rate does climb, there could…
HCSO releases new scam feature on Sheriff's App
HAMILTON COUNTY -- The Hamilton County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) has shared they have added a new feature to their app that can help keep individuals informed about local and national scams. They…
Trump DHS pick Markwayne Mullin appears before senators for his confirmation hearing
WASHINGTON (AP) — Markwayne Mullin, President Donald Trump’s pick for Homeland Security secretary, is appearing before senators on Wednesday for his confirmation hearing, where he’ll face questions over his vision for a…
Diesel tops $5 a gallon for the first time since 2022. Here's what it means for the economy.
U.S. diesel prices jumped above $5 a gallon on Tuesday, marking the highest level since December 2022, as the strain on global energy markets from the war with Iran continues to ripple through the American economy. Diesel…
East Ridge PD searching for theft suspect
The East Ridge Police Department (ERPD) is searching for the identity of a suspect who is wanted in connection to a shoplifting incident in East Ridge. The ERPD says the total amount of the theft was around $500. The…
Trump will pay his respects in Delaware to 6 US service members killed in the Middle East
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump is set to pay his respects on Wednesday at a Delaware military base when the remains of six U.S. service members killed in the crash of a refueling aircraft are…
Wanted felon flees at over 100 mph in vehicle chase before being apprehended
FORT PAYNE, Ala. -- A wanted felon has been apprehended after leading officers on a vehicle chase on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at approximately 11:15 a.m. The Dekalb County Drugs and Major Crimes Unit attempted to stop a white 2000…
USPS wants to raise first-class stamp price to as high as 95 cents
Americans may soon pay almost $1 to mail a first-class letter. The U.S. Postal Service wants to raise first-class stamp prices to between 90 cents and 95 cents as it faces a financial crunch,…
1 killed, another injured in shooting at Holloman Air Force Base in New Mexico
One person was killed and another was wounded in a shooting at a U.S. Air Force base in New Mexico on Tuesday, according to military officials. The Holloman Air Force Base near Alamogordo, in southern…
With few new leads 45 days after Nancy Guthrie's disappearance, investigation "becomes much harder," expert says
Nancy Guthrie has been missing for 45 days, and with the latest update in the case being of little use to authorities, one expert tells CBS News the extended timeline means…
Iran threatens energy assets in Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the UAE after attack on its gas facilities
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) - Iran’s state television published a threat Wednesday, saying that the Islamic Republic would be attacking oil and gas infrastructure in Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. The threat resembled other attack warnings…
Where the best doctors are
(WDEF) - How is our area for the number and quality of doctors? A new listing by WalletHub shows the southeast isn't on the best or worst list for states in the U.S. The best state is Montana while the…
Joey Halzle Offers Insight Into Vols Quarterback Battle
(utsports.com) Tennessee offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach Joey Halzle met with the media Tuesday after the Vols' second spring practice of 2026, providing insight into a competitive and developing quarterback battle featuring George MacIntyre, Faizon Brandon and Ryan Staub. Halzle emphasized a balanced approach for his…
David Cutcliffe Ending 40-Year College Football Career by Retiring From SEC Job
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) — Former Mississippi and Duke coach and Tennessee assistant David Cutcliffe is retiring as the Southeastern Conference’s special assistant to the commissioner for football relations. The 71-year-old Cutcliffe announced Tuesday he will end his 40-year career in…
Walker Valley Ready to Make Another Push For a Gold Ball
Cleveland, TN-(WDEF-TV) Walker Valley returns to the state basketball touranment for the second conesutive season. With some tournament experience under their belt, the Mustangs are focused on bringing back the gold ball. [blox_vms account="WDEF" key="af97edc4616d627cebcee8d58fef734181135a0b" vtitle="Walker Valley Ready For Another…
Officials warn of increased risks on St. Patrick’s Day
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - As many people celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, officials say it is known as the third biggest drinking day of the year. News 12…
Local shelters urge families not to gift bunnies for Easter
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - As families prepare for Easter, local shelters are asking the community not to gift bunnies as holiday presents. We spoke with the…
Bill that would require schools to report number of undocumented students enrolled passes Tennessee House
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF)- You may remember a proposed bill last year in Tennessee that would have allowed schools to not enroll…
Study says Tennessee gun violence costs state billions
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF)- New data about gun violence in Tennessee paints a high economic toll across the state. The non-profit Voices for a Safer Tennessee say that firearm violence cost…
Golden Apple Award: Kara Ledford Saddle Ridge Elementary
ROCK SPRING, GA (WDEF) - The best kindergarten classrooms have an almost magical feel to them, Kara Ledford's students at Saddle Ridge have seen their room morph into…
Vatican appeals court declares mistrial in the 'trial of the century' against a cardinal
ROME (AP) - The Vatican appeals tribunal declared a mistrial Tuesday in the Holy See’s big “trial of the century,” a stunning blow to both Pope Francis’ legacy and Vatican prosecutors who had put a cardinal and several other people…
The Salvation Army celebrates 133 years in Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA. Tenn. -- The Salvation Army will be celebrating 133 years in Chattanooga on March 18, 2026. Captain Harry Roe and Lieutenant H. Henington opened the doors for the first time in…
Amazon introduces 1-hour and 3-hour delivery in U.S.
Same-day delivery not fast enough for you? Amazon is revving up its delivery service by offering one- and three-hour options in cities across the U.S., the e-commerce giant said Tuesday. The move better…
Tennessee family’s lawsuit against police, paramedics over use of force dismissed
Nashville, Tennessee (AP) — A lawsuit alleging Bristol, Tennessee, police officers and paramedics used excessive force on a 23-year-old man having a seizure and failed to give him access to medical care has been dismissed. A federal judge ruled Monday…
Massive spring break crowd flees Florida beach as "takeover" events cause chaos
Spring break "takeovers" have started to overwhelm some Florida cities and local officials. The massive gatherings are organized on social media and pose danger "because they are organized by promoters and the city is not aware of it," Daytona Beach Commissioner…