NASA prepares to launch daring rescue to save aging telescope from falling to Earth
NASA is racing to save an aging telescope from falling back to Earth with a daring rescue mission.…
America 250 celebrations bring extraordinary security challenge to Washington
WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal law enforcement authorities are preparing for one of Washington, D.C.'s, largest and most complex security operations as the nation’s capital gears up to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the nation’s freedom. With rising political…
Ex-NBA players Malik Beasley, Ed Davis indicted on illegal sports gambling charges
Former NBA players Malik Beasley and Ed Davis have been indicted in the latest round of charges in the government's gambling investigation, authorities said Monday. When he was playing for the Milwaukee Bucks in 2024, Beasley agreed to tailor his…
Supreme Court says states can count mail ballots that arrive after Election Day
Washington — The Supreme Court on Monday ruled that states can count mail ballots that are cast by Election Day but arrive later, rejecting a GOP challenge to Mississippi law's for late-arriving ballots. In the closely watched election dispute known as…
Chattanooga gas prices have fallen 15 cents in the last week
Average gasoline prices in Chattanooga have fallen 15.5 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.22/g on June 29, 2026, according to GasBuddy's survey of 170 stations in Chattanooga. Prices in Chattanooga are 53.2…
US stocks rise and recover some of their losses from a rare losing week
NEW YORK (AP) - U.S. stocks are rising and recovering some of their losses from a rare losing week. The S&P 500 climbed 0.5% Monday and was on track to break a five-day losing streak. The Dow Jones Industrial Average…
Comcast says it plans to split into 2 companies, spinning off NBCUniversal and Sky
Comcast said Monday it will split into two companies by spinning off NBCUniversal and Sky into a separate media company, leaving its broadband and wireless businesses under Comcast. In a statement, the media company said the…
Chickapalooza brings crowds to Downtown Chickamauga
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Art, music, and community filled downtown Chickamauga on Saturday as Chickapalooza brought visitors together for a day long celebration inspired by the legacy of Reverend Howard…
Ringgold Councilman Jake Haynes passes away
RINGGOLD, Ga. (WDEF) - The City of Ringgold has confirmed that Councilman Jake Haynes has passed away. According to the city, Haynes' death was sudden and unexpected. In a statement shared on the…
One rescued after being trapped inside a vehicle
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - On Saturday night, the Chattanooga Fire Department (CFD) responded to a motor vehicle crash on Hixson Pike at N Access Road involving possible entrapment with two vehicles and multiple patients with injuries. According to CFD,…
Summer Festival Celebrates Creative Spirit
CHICKAMAUGA, GA. (WDEF) - Art, music, and community came together Saturday as Chickapalooza returned with a full day of activities celebrating the legacy of Rev. Howard Finster. The event began with…
Ducks unlimited hosted its Great Outdoor Festival
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Chattanooga chapter of Ducks Unlimited hosted its Great Outdoor Festival at Camp Jordan, giving children the opportunity to learn about wildlife conservation and the…
Male teen found shot on Bonny Oaks Drive
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - On Saturday, the Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) is investigating a shooting that was reported to have occurred on Highway 153 South between Thrasher Bridge and Exit 5A. According to CPD, at…
Bradley County Commission approves tax hike for first responder, county employee pay
BRADLEY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF)- "One of my sons doesn't have health insurance because we can't afford it and the county's offering isn't strong enough…
Airbnb Expands Holiday Party Crackdown
NATIONWIDE, U.S. (WDEF) - Airbnb is rolling out enhanced anti-party measures across the United States ahead of the Fourth of July holiday weekend. The company says its technology and AI algorithms…
Campaign Encourages July 4th Giving
NATIONWIDE, U.S. (WDEF) - As Americans prepare for cookouts, parades and fireworks this Independence Day, a national initiative is encouraging people to add one more tradition to their Fourth of July…
Bike Lane to be removed in Main Street re-striping
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) -- The stretch of Main Street that goes from Broad Street to Dodds Avenue will be re-striped by the Tennessee Department of Transportation. That…
Soccer match to be hosted at Erlanger Park for 4th of July
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- An unconventional match will be held this Independence Day. The…
Texas board approves Bible stories as required reading in public schools
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) - The Texas education board on Friday approved a required reading list for more than 5 million public school students that includes Bible passages, widening conservative efforts to push Christian teachings in U.S. classrooms. The Texas State…
A large, harmless asteroid will zip past Earth this weekend
NEW YORK (AP) — A large asteroid will zip past Earth this weekend, but don’t worry: It poses no danger. The space rock — 1997…
Israel, Lebanon agree to framework of deal for "lasting peace and security"
Israel and the government of Lebanon have agreed to the framework of a deal to bring "lasting peace and security" between the neighboring countries, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced Friday. "Today is a good day in that we…
Venezuela earthquake death toll soars past 900 as rescuers race to find survivors
La Guaira, Venezuela — The confirmed death toll from two powerful…
Trump threatens 100% tax on European imports if countries impose tax on digital services
WASHINGTON (AP) - President Donald Trump on Friday threatened a 100% tax on imports from any country that imposes a tax on digital services from United States companies. In a post on social media, Trump took aim at European countries…
Saving energy during summer heat
With temperatures on the rise, energy costs will be rising. EPB is providing some tips to cut down on energy as the summer months arrive: - Keep blinds and curtains closed to block out…