Moderna says its low-dose COVID shot works for kids 6 to 11
Moderna said Monday that a low dose of its COVID-19 vaccine is safe and appears to work in 6- to 11-year-olds.
Suspected tornadoes cause damage in Missouri, Illinois
A suspected tornado damaged buildings and knocked out power in communities along the state line between Missouri and Illinois.
New Supervisor at Land Between the Lakes
GOLDEN POND, Ky. (AP) - Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area in Kentucky and Tennessee has a new area supervisor. She is Leisa Cook, who has been deputy forest supervisor at the Malheur National Forest in Oregon. A news…
Deadline For Aid Approaching
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - The deadline is approaching for people impacted by deadly, destructive flooding in Tennessee to apply for federal aid. The Federal Emergency Management Agency says homeowners and renters with uninsured damage or losses in Dickson, Hickman, Houston…
TECH BYTE: Apps for Halloween Music, Movies
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Halloween is almost here! And tech can help you get into the spooky spirit. Bring your Halloween spirit with you wherever you go…
Stripping military bases of Confederate names stirs passions
Civil War history casts a long shadow in Virginia, the birthplace of Confederate generals, scene of their surrender, and now a crossroad of controversy over renaming military bases that honor rebel leaders. (more…)
China to start vaccinating children to age 3 as cases spread
Children as young as 3 will start receiving COVID-19 vaccines in China, where 76% of the population has been fully vaccinated and authorities are maintaining a zero-tolerance policy toward outbreaks. (more…)
Saudi Arabia pledges 2060 target of net-zero emissions
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — One of the world's largest oil producers, Saudi Arabia, announced Saturday it aims to reach “net zero” greenhouse gas emissions by 2060, joining more than 100 countries in a global effort to try and…
EXPLAINER: How wildfires impact wildlife, their habitat
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (AP) — The porcupines were walking slow and funny, more so than they usually do. Their stride concerned some residents in a South Lake Tahoe neighborhood who called a rehabilitation center. Turns out, the porcupines had extensive burns…
Deal on Biden's $2T plan edges closer; Harris is 'confident'
WASHINGTON (AP) — A deal within reach, President Joe Biden and Congress’ top Democrats edged close to sealing their giant domestic legislation, though the informal deadline appeared to slip as they worked to scale back the measure and determine how…
After California wildfire, thousands of trees to be removed
THREE RIVERS, Calif. (AP) — In the wake of California wildfires, upwards of 10,000 trees weakened by fires, drought, disease or age must be removed, work that will keep a nearby highway closed to visitors who seek the world’s two…
Colombia's most wanted drug lord captured in jungle raid
BOGOTA, Colombia (AP) — Colombian security forces have captured the country’s most wanted drug trafficker, a rural warlord who stayed on the run for more than a decade by corrupting state officials and aligning himself with combatants on the left…
After slamming COVID-19 rules, Tritt sings anthem at NLCS
ATLANTA (AP) — Country musician Travis Tritt, who canceled shows at venues that required a COVID-19 vaccine or mask-wearing, sang the national anthem before Game 6 of the NL Championship Series on Saturday night. Wearing a Braves jersey, Tritt received…
Early morning house fire
APISON, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Tri-Community Fire Marshal's office is investigating a house fire that happened around 3 this morning. Neighbors called to report that a house was on fire in the 11000 block of East Brainerd Road in Apison. Crews…
Loaded gun found at Harrison Elementary School
HARRISON, Tenn. (WDEF)- Some Hamilton County Schools parents are concerned after a loaded handgun was found at Harrison Elementary School yesterday. Hamilton County Schools says that the gun was found in a student's backpack. The gun was reported to the…
Man shot on N Germantown Road
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Chattanooga police are investigating a shooting that happened earlier this afternoon. Police say that a man was shot at an apartment complex on North Germantown Road. The shooting happened around 5. Police say that the man has…
Aromatherapy spray linked to US deaths faces recall
NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. health officials may have solved the mystery of how four people in different states came down with a serious tropical disease even though none had traveled internationally: an aromatherapy spray imported from India. The Centers…
Supreme Court doesn't block Texas abortion law, sets hearing
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court is allowing the Texas law that bans most abortions to remain in place, but has agreed to hear arguments in the case in early November. The justices said Friday they will decide whether the Justice Department…
Pfizer says COVID-19 vaccine more than 90% effective in kids
Kid-size doses of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine appear safe and nearly 91% effective at preventing symptomatic infections in 5- to 11-year-olds, according to study details released Friday as the U.S. considers opening vaccinations to that age group. The shots could begin…
Warrant: Baldwin didn't know weapon contained live round
SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — An assistant director unwittingly handed Alec Baldwin a loaded weapon and told him it was safe to use in the moments before the actor fatally shot a cinematographer, court records released Friday show. “Cold gun,”…
Dodgers eager to embrace 2020 NLCS storyline against Braves
ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta Braves know what happened last October and want to avoid a repeat. The Los Angeles Dodgers plan on an encore. Atlanta held 2-0 and 3-1 leads in the NL Championship Series before the Dodgers won…
Weston Wamp announces run for Hamilton County Mayor
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Weston Wamp announced on Friday that he wants to succeed Jim Coppinger as mayor of Hamilton County. Mayor Coppinger announced this week that he will not seek re-election next…
Cryptocurrency and Bitcoins potential future now its part of the NYSE
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)-"Bitcoin itself just from the first of the year has risen by 100%, dropped by 50%, and risen by another 100%," said Chris Hopkins. Cryptocurrency particularly Bitcoin has steadily been making its way…
Local officers intervene in teen kidnapping case from Maryland
CLEVELAND, Tennessee (WDEF) - Tennessee State Troopers are revealing how they were able to intervene in the kidnapping of a teenage girl from Maryland. The 16 year old girl was abducted on Saturday evening near Annapolis, Maryland. Police suspected the…