More than 20 states have never had a woman as governor
See how the history of women running for Governor in Tennessee, Georgia and Alabama.
The Latest: Atlanta streets reopen as police probe package
Another mail bomb was discovered in Atlanta, addressed to CNN.
Chattanooga community comes together for Pittsburgh synagogue shooting victims
After the shooting in Pittsburgh, the Jewish Federation of Greater Chattanooga is holding an all-faith vigil on Monday night.
Jimmy Carter calls on Brian Kemp to resign as Secretary of State
Former President calls it a conflict of interest overseeing the elections that he is in.
TECH BYTE: Using Tech to Find Cheap Airfare
Let's look at how to use tech to find the cheapest flights out there.
Indonesia's Lion Air plane with 189 onboard crashes into sea, officials say
In this photo released by Indonesian Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB) a rescuer inspects debris believed to be from Lion Air passenger jet that crashed off West Java on Mon., Oct. 29, 2018. BNPB JAKARTA, Indonesia — A Lion Air flight with…
Far-right lawmaker wins Brazil's presidency, worrying rights groups
SAO PAULO -- In some of his first words to the nation as president-elect, far-right politician Jair Bolsonaro promised to defend the constitution and unite a bitterly divided populace. His left-wing rival immediately vowed to mount a vigorous opposition, while…
TDOT aware of contractor's misspelling
It will be corrected by the company who made the error.
Alabama gets specific on one highway's speed limit: 26 mph
GULF SHORES, Ala. (AP) - Double-nickel - the 55-mph speed limit - is still common on highways across the South.
Several Firefighters injured at house fire on East Kansas Avenue in Whitwell
WHITWELL, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Whitwell Fire Department says several firefighters were injured when they responeded to a residential structure fire on East Kansas Ave in the City of Whitwell. It happened around 8:30 CST Friday. Officials say the owner was…
Baseball team's name makes a stink, takes off like a rocket
MADISON, Ala. (AP) - A new Alabama minor league baseball team's name is taking off like a rocket after making a big stink.
Bredesen: Migrant caravan chance to show we're 'grown-ups'
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Tennessee Democratic Senate candidate Phil Bredesen says the northbound migrant caravan in southern Mexico offers the U.S. the chance to show it knows how to control its border and use the rule of law to handle amnesty, and show "we're grown-ups in this."
Hixson Powerball player wins $50k
HIXSON, Tenn. (WDEF) - Five Tennessee Powerball players won big in Saturday night's drawing, according to the Tennessee Lottery.
"The White Darkness": One explorer's obsession with Antarctica
It may be the most desolate and forbidding landscape on the planet. Before he tried to cross Antarctica alone in 2015, British explorer Henry Worsley got some advice: "Don't ever think you're going to conquer the Pole," he recalled. "If…
Helicopter crashes in flames outside soccer stadium
This image made from video shows a burning helicopter in a parking lot outside the King Power Stadium in Leicester, England shortly after a Premier League game on Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018. / AP LEICESTER, England — A helicopter belonging to…
Mary Shelley's "Frankenstein" at 200
We all know the tale of the mad scientist whose "unholy creation" became his undoing. Frankenstein's monster has taken many shapes over the years, but it first came to life two centuries ago, on pages written by a woman just…
Licorice: Love it or hate it
Wander the aisles of any Scandinavian supermarket, and you'll find them loaded with licorice, sold in all shapes and sizes. Licorice, especially salty licorice, is a favorite Scandinavian treat. But when Conor Knighton sat down to eat some, it felt…
Prince Harry opens up about mental health struggles in Invictus Games closing ceremony
Prince Harry said in speech for the closing ceremony of his Invictus Games that the secret of success for the athletes is to "accept mental health is the real key to recovery." Harry then reference his own struggles after the…
Prince Harry opens up about mental health struggles in Invictus Games closing ceremony
Prince Harry said in speech for the closing ceremony of his Invictus Games that the secret of success for the athletes is to "accept mental health is the real key to recovery." Harry then reference his own struggles after the…
4 U.S. football players detained in London over bill restitution
JACKSONVILLE, FL - OCTOBER 21: The Jacksonville Jaguars takes the field against the Houston Texans at TIAA Bank Field on October 21, 2018 in Jacksonville, Florida. Sam Greenwood / Getty Images LONDON -- The Jacksonville Jaguars said Saturday four players…
4 U.S. football players detained in London over bill restitution
JACKSONVILLE, FL - OCTOBER 21: The Jacksonville Jaguars takes the field against the Houston Texans at TIAA Bank Field on October 21, 2018 in Jacksonville, Florida. Sam Greenwood / Getty Images LONDON -- The Jacksonville Jaguars said Saturday four players…
Tropical Storm Oscar forms in Atlantic Ocean
National Hurricane Center MIAMI -- Tropical Storm Oscar has formed in the Atlantic Ocean, but does not pose a threat to land. The storm is expected to become a hurricane Sunday as its track curves toward the North Atlantic, the…
Tropical Storm Oscar forms in Atlantic Ocean
National Hurricane Center MIAMI -- Tropical Storm Oscar has formed in the Atlantic Ocean, but does not pose a threat to land. The storm is expected to become a hurricane Sunday as its track curves toward the North Atlantic, the…
DRUG TAKE BACK: "Don't become an accidental drug dealer" by not disposing of unused medications properly
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - Saturday was National Drug Rake back day. Several agencies across our area come together annually to do what they can to combat the opioid crisis and to protect the environment. Law Enforcement officials say unused…