Atlanta opening independent probe into massive fish kill in Chattahoochee River
The City of Atlanta has asked an outside firm to do an independent investigation into the deaths of thousands of fish in the…
Trump administration announces $17.5 billion in loans for 10 new large nuclear reactors
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration is providing $17.5 billion to speed the development of 10 new large nuclear reactors to meet the skyrocketing power demand from massive data centers. Energy Secretary Chris Wright cited…
Coke and Pepsi are rolling out QR codes linked to ingredient info
Consumers will soon be able to scan certain sodas to get additional nutrition information. The American Beverage Association on Tuesday said that major companies it represents, including The Coca-Cola Company, Keurig Dr Pepper and PepsiCo, will use QR codes on their packaging…
Man arrested in Hungary for collecting human body parts taken from cemeteries, police say
BUDAPEST, Hungary (AP) — Police in Hungary have arrested a 30-year-old man who investigators say collected human body parts that he’d gathered from abandoned cemeteries and from his workplace at a hospital. Hungary’s National…
Millions of bees get loose after truck carrying 400 hives crashes in Texas: "Please remain indoors"
Millions of honeybees escaped into…
Georgia House lawmakers passes election bill with changes to hand-count audit proposal
The Georgia House of Representatives has passed its own version of a bill that could eventually change how voters in the Peach State cast their ballots. On Tuesday morning, the House voted 94-79 to pass Senate Bill 3EX. Because the House's…
Judge rules government can’t stop SNAP dollars from buying candy and sugary drinks
The federal judge said Congress imposed no such limits on the nation’s largest food aid program. The ruling scuttles restrictions on candy, soda and other sugary drinks in the federally funded and state-run Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program in 23 states. The Trump…
Supreme Court rules ex-inmate can't sue prison officials for shaving dreadlocks
Washington — The Supreme Court on Tuesday rejected a former Louisiana inmate's effort to sue state prison officials after they shaved his dreadlocks in violation of his religious beliefs. The high court divided 6 to 3 along ideological lines in ruling against Damon Landor, with…
Traffic snarled as crews work to repair pothole on I-24 West
TDOT says they are working to repair a pothole on I-24 west near the intersection at Highway 27. This is causing miles of significant backups on I-24 west. Seek an alternate route.
Sharp drops in Big Tech companies pull the Nasdaq down 2.2% in early trading
NEW YORK (AP) - A sell-off in big technology companies spread from Asia back to the U.S., pulling the Nasdaq composite down 2.2% in early trading. The growing likelihood of interest rate hikes coming up this year has helped deflate…
What's Right With Our Schools: SE Whitfield Pawsome Program
DALTON, GA (WDEF) - Pets are our best friends, but keeping them clean and clipped can be challenging. Students at Southeast Whitfield are getting some valuable lessons…
US stocks end mixed, weighed down by drops in Big Tech, even as oil prices fall
NEW YORK (AP) - U.S. stocks drifted through a mixed day of trading after oil prices eased and falling Big Tech stocks weighed on Wall Street. The S&P 500 slipped 0.4% Monday and pulled 1.8% below its all-time high set…
In custody: 18-year-old attempted murder suspect turns himself in
UPDATE (6/22/26): According to the Athens Police Department, Raeshaun Hurst turned himself in to the McMinn County Justice Center. ATHENS -- The City of Athens TN Police Department is seeking the public's…
Inside e2i2: Behind-the-scenes look at the first phase of the City’s Clear Chattanooga Program
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. -- Visible from I-75, the e2i2 equalization stations are quickly becoming one of Chattanooga’s most recognizable infrastructure projects. Constructed…
Crews searching for 73-year-old man who disappeared in Georgia's Lake Hartwell
The search continues for a 73-year-old man who authorities say disappeared in Georgia's Lake Hartwell over the weekend. Officials say crews with the Georgia Department of Natural Resources, Hart County and Elbert County Sheriff's Office are continuing to use sonar…
Firework shows arrive in and near Chattanooga
Fireworks will be arriving in and around the Chattanooga area this week for the July 4th celebration. Below are some areas holding firework celebrations: FRIDAY, JUNE 26 Eton, GA SATURDAY, JUNE 27 Spring City Shake…
US stocks drift near their records in mixed trading after oil prices fall
NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. stocks are drifting near their records in mixed trading Monday after trading resumed following a three-day weekend for Wall Street. The S&P 500 slipped 0.3%, coming off its 11th winning week in the last 12, and pulled 1.7% below…
Interstellar comet that zoomed past Earth could be oldest and coldest object ever seen in solar system, astronomers say
An interstellar comet that blazed…
Man falls to his death during rock concert at Madison Square Garden
NEW YORK (AP) — A 51-year-old Connecticut man fell to his death from an…
Record stash of cocaine found buried underground in Australia
Australian police seized a record 3 tons of cocaine hidden in plastic tubs buried…
Trump plan would increase citizenship application fee by $570
The Trump administration unveiled a plan Monday that would charge legal immigrants seeking U.S. citizenship $570 more in application fees while eliminating waivers and fee reductions for low-income applicants. The proposed regulation by U.S.…
TN hands out Milkweed seeds for National Pollinator Week
Tennessee is once again handing out packets of Milkweed seeds for National Pollinator Week. The name may not be very impressive, but the colorful orange blooms are. They are popular with a variety of pollinators, particularly Monarch Butterflies. TDOT send…
Average gas prices rise nearly 9 cents in Chattanooga
Average gasoline prices in Chattanooga have risen 8.5 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.38/g on June 22, 2026, according to GasBuddy's survey of 170 stations in Chattanooga. GasBuddy says prices…