CAIRO (AP) - Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warned Wednesday that the U.S. will ramp up its infliction of economic pain on Iran. Bessent said the effort would be the “financial equivalent” of…
Allbirds is trading in sneakers for servers, selling its footwear brand as it races to reinvent itself as an AI company in a move that sent its stock soaring 600%. The eco-friendly shoe company announced Wednesday that…
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Nearly 200 organizations are urging the Trump administration and Puerto Rico’s governor to restore $350 million in federal funding that was meant to finance the installation of rooftop solar and battery systems for 12,000 low-income families…
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told reporters that he believes gasoline prices will be closer to $3 gallon this summer, saying pumping oil can resume within a week of the Strait of Hormuz opening. “I’m…
UPS announced this week that it has rolled out a new tracking system called radio frequency identification, or RFID, across its entire U.S. small package network, including delivery trucks, sorting centers, and more than 5,500 store locations. Unlike traditional barcode scanning,…
The IRS has expanded tax relief for Tennessee a payers due to Winter Storm Fern. Various deadlines have now been extended for Tennessee taxpayers until June 8, 2026. Reference a statement from the IRS: "Effective today, the relief described below…
WASHINGTON (AP) — It’s Tax Day on Wednesday, the deadline for most Americans to file taxes, and the Trump administration says millions of people have already used new breaks such as no tax on tips and overtime,…
Millions of Android users could be eligible for a payment under a $135 million class-action settlement over allegations that Google's operating system caused mobile devices to send data without users' permission. People who used Android mobile devices to connect to…
NEW YORK (AP) — Walmart is redesigning the packaging of its Great Value store brand to help customers instantly spot whether that bag of spicy chips is gluten free or how much protein is…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. -- The Highway 58 Volunteer Fire Hall has announced that it will receive new fire trucks through a combination of local community donations, fire service fees, and grant funding provided by Hamilton County. The volunteer fire hall has…
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Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is once again the world's busiest airport for passenger traffic, holding onto the top spot even as another major U.S. hub leads in a different category. New rankings released by Airports Council International show Atlanta handled about 106.3…
A student who was about 13 years old opened fire at random in a Turkish school Wednesday, killing four people and wounding 20 a day after a shooter injured 16 people and then killed himself in another…
NEW YORK (AP) - The U.S. stock market is hanging around its record high as Wall Street waits for the next signal on what will happen with the U.S.-Iran war. The S&P 500 rose 0.2% in early trading Wednesday. The…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. -- A routine traffic stop led to the discovery of drugs and multiple handguns on Monday, April 13, 2026. Just before midnight, an officer saw a vehicle make an illegal turn…
Wesley Brewer gets everyone excited for the 2026 National Cornbread Festival. As Entertainment Chair, he shares what performances to expect alongside some delicious sweet or savory cornbread. SOUTH PITTSBURG, Tenn. (WDEF)…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Early Voting begins Wednesday for the May 5 Primary elections in Tennessee. These are for the local elections (state and federal primaries come later. "Every election is always important, and each vote will matter in having your…
POLK COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - US Forest Service Wildland Firefighters responded to a wildfire…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - An announcement made by county staff at the Chamber of Commerce meeting on Monday involved a discussion of a proposal related to the Hamilton County Business Development…
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CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Chattanooga City Council elected a new chairperson during today’s meeting, selecting Councilman Jeff Davis for the leadership role. Davis, who represents the Hixson area, will now…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Chattanooga Mayor Tim Kelly says the city’s new ballpark represents more than a sports venue, it’s part of a longer-term push to shape economic growth in surrounding…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Chattanooga Lookouts are a professional minor league baseball team based in Chattanooga, Tennessee, named for nearby Lookout Mountain following a fan contest in 1909. The franchise’s roots…
NEW YORK (AP) — Convenience chain 7-Eleven expects to close hundreds of its locations this year. According to earnings filings published last week, 7-Eleven’s North American operator plans to close 645 stores…