EXPLAINER: What to know about vaccines for kids aged 5-11
The vaccine could be available as soon as Wednesday for kids aged 5-11 and will be offered at pediatricians offices, clinics and pharmacies. Like COVID-19 vaccines for adults, they are free.
COVID-19 Vaccination Rollout Enters New Phase with Kids 5-11 Now Eligible
The U.S. enters a new phase Wednesday in its COVID-19 vaccination campaign, with shots now available to millions of elementary-age children in what health officials hailed as a major breakthrough after more than 18 months of illness, hospitalizations, deaths and disrupted education.
Elderly Woman Faced with Overcharging on Hospital Bills
An elderly woman in Cleveland says she has to pay over eight hundred dollars for a suppository she got during a medical procedure.
Bo Watson will not run for Hamilton County Mayor
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Since Hamilton County Mayor Jim Coppinger surprised many by announcing he will not run for re-election next spring, a lot of politicians are giving the race a look. On Tuesday, State Senator Bo Watson announced he will…
Hamilton County Commission Votes In New Map Adding Two More Districts
HAMILTON COUNTY (WDEF) - "In the words of Mick Jagger, you can't always get what you want," says Hamilton County Commissioner Greg Martin who is one of six Republican commissioners who voted for…
Victim from Hixson Pike crash 2 weeks ago dies from injuries
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - A victim has died from a two vehicle crash on Hixson Pike two weeks ago. The wreck happened on Thursday afternoon on October 21. A car trying to turn left on Hixson Pike was hit by another…
Open Call for artists to apply for EPB 10th street Mural Project
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) - EPB and partners invite local artists to submit bids for the second side of our EPB community mural project along 10th Street. The central theme for this year’s mural is…
Lookout Mountain Hang Gliding offers One of a kind experience to see Fall Foliage
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) - The pandemic has taught us a lot about health and safety but it’s also taught us a lot about how quickly life can change. Since life has slowly begun to return…
Motorcyclist slides on I-24 diesel fuel spill
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- This weekend a Chattanooga motorcyclist had a completely unavoidable accident on 24 East near the Rossville Boulevard exit. He was following all of the traffic laws and still had a bad…
Golden Apple Award: Molly Epperson, East Hamilton High School
Ooltewah, TN (WDEF) - Molly Epperson has made a career out of inspiring young musicians to follow their passion.She's taught High School Marching Band and several other musical subjects for more than a…
Sequatchie County picks Sarai Pierce as next Director of Schools
DUNLAP, Tennessee (WDEF) - The Sequatchie County School Board picked a new Director of Schools Monday Night. With a unanimous vote, they approved Sarai Pierce to replace retiring Director Michael Swafford. She began teaching in the system more than twenty…
Facebook to shut down face-recognition system, delete data
Facebook said it will shut down its face-recognition system and delete the faceprints of more than 1 billion people amid growing concerns about the technology and its misuse by governments, police and others.
Police: Raiders' Ruggs to face DUI case in Vegas fatal crash
Raiders wide receiver Henry Ruggs III is facing a driving under the influence charge after a fiery vehicle crash early Tuesday in Las Vegas that left a woman dead
Deputies: woman confessed to setting fires in barns to keep warm
FORT PAYNE, Alabama (WDEF) - A woman told authorities she was just trying to keep warm when she set a fire at a barn that got out of control. And then she did it again. Two weeks ago, firefighters on…
Georgia official: Trump call to 'find' votes was a threat
By JEFF AMY Associated Press ATLANTA (AP) — Donald Trump was threatening Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger when he asked him to help “find” enough votes to overturn his loss in Georgia to Democratic President Joe Biden, Raffensperger writes in…
Foundation House Ministries Hosting First 'Festival of Trees' Event
Cleveland, TN (WDEF): Foundation House Ministries is asking for the community's help to donate a decorated, Christmas tree, real or fake, big or small for their silent auction by November 18th for their…
Whitfield County tests Robot fire pump
Whitfield County Fire Chief Ed O’Brien (left) and other firefighters watch as Patrick Boccio with Emergency Medical Services uses a remote control to operate the RS3 robot to put out the county’s burn car at its…
Biden climate plan aims to reduce methane emissions
The Biden administration on Tuesday launched a wide-ranging plan to reduce methane emissions, targeting a potent greenhouse gas that contributes significantly to global warming and packs a stronger short-term punch than even carbon dioxide.
Widow says Ider police chief who died from Covid regretted not getting vaccinated
IDER, Ala. (AP) - The widow of a small-town Alabama police chief who died of COVID-19 says he loved the community he served and regretted his decision against getting vaccinated. Ider Police Chief Buddy Crabtree died Saturday of the illness…
Suspect Arrested in Fatal Stabbing
A suspect has been arrested in connection with a fatal stabbing on East 28th Street.
Historic Register Adds Four Properties
A rural church, a theater, an urban house and a former school in Tennessee have been added to the National Register of Historic Places.
Overdoses and Counterfeit Pills on the rise in the Volunteer State
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) - Overdoses and Counterfeit pills are on the rise in the Volunteer State. Early data shows they have increased to an alarming new level, leaving officials on high alert. “When you are…
Chattanooga resumes curbside recycling and leaf pickup
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - The City of Chattanooga's curbside-recycling service resumed today. Recycling carts should be at the curb no later than 7:00 am on your designated collection day. Residents should not deposit any…
Local Parents and Lawmakers React to Partisan School Board Elections
Children learning from home due to COVID has kicked off what officials say is unprecedented parental involvement in their children's education.
