Dade County Schools drop quarantines
TRENTON, Georgia (WDEF) - Another local school system has made changes to its policy for students who have been exposed to COVID-19. Starting yesterday, students at Dade County Schools are no longer required…
Opposition to Stacey Abrams unites Georgia's divided GOP
By JEFF AMY and WILL WEISSERT Associated Press ATLANTA (AP) — In their bid to win the Republican nomination in the Georgia governor's race, incumbent Brian Kemp and challenger David Perdue are often at odds — except when it comes to Stacey Abrams. The…
Judge Scolds Car Chase Driver, Doubles Bond, For Traumatizing Daughter
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - On a busy Thursday afternoon just before last Christmas, authorities allege Randal Keeton sped past Chief Deputy Austin Garrett, driving erratically and leading him on a pursuit that began around…
Golden Apple: Lori Giles, North City Elementary
ATHENS, TN (WDEF) - Love, passion and patience are important qualities for a teacher. Lori Giles has all three combined with a tireless work ethic. That makes her a perfect fit at North City…
Two child sexual abuse cases in northeast Alabama
FORT PAYNE, Ala. (WDEF) - The Sheriff in DeKalb County, Alabama reports two arrests on underage sex cases. In one, a Valley Head man has been charged with Electronic Solicitation of a Child and Sexual Abuse. Investigators got information that…
Find out how redistricting affects you in Tennessee now online
NASHVILLE, Tennessee (WDEF) - The Tennessee Comptroller's Office has launched a new online dashboard to show citizens how redistricting has affected you. Go to the Tennessee District Lookup for your answers. Enter your home address and the site will tell…
Dade County Schools Drops Quarantine Requirement for Students Exposed to COVID
DADE COUNTY, Ga. -- Starting February 7, students at Dade County Schools are no longer required to quarantine after a COVID exposure. The change comes after the school system found that none of…
Hearing over chase that included Chief Deputy Austin Garrett
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Hamilton County Sheriff's Chief Deputy Austin Garrett was involved in a high speed pursuit in December. Today was the preliminary hearing to determine if the case would go to grand…
Tennessee House advances anti-abortion resolution
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Tennessee House Republicans have advanced an anti-abortion resolution commemorating the day the medical procedure became legal nearly 50 years ago. The resolution states that Jan. 22 will be known as the “Day of Tears,” and suggested…
Experienced kayaker dies on the Little River in DeSoto State Park
FORT PAYNE, Alabama (WDEF) - A Kayaking incident claimed the life of an Alabama woman on Sunday. 48 year old Jennifer Carin Burford was killed while kayaking the West Fork of the Little River in DeSoto State Park. She was…
'Power of the Dog' tops Oscar noms with 12; 'Dune' nabs 10
By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer NEW YORK (AP) — After a pandemic year that hobbled movie theaters and saw streaming services make new inroads into Hollywood, the Academy Awards put its strongest support Tuesday behind two films made with…
"Maus" author: McMinn County School Board decision to remove book is "about control"
On Monday night, Spiegelman spoke to people in McMinn County and plainly explained that decision isn't about what age kids should learn certain topics.
Deputies arrest Texas suspect in northeast Alabama
FORT PAYNE, Alabama (WDEF) - DeKalb County Sheriff's officers along with other agencies captured a suspect wanted in Texas today. The suspect was Jose Angel Becerra from Fyffe on Sand Mountain. But he was wanted in McAllen, Texas, along the…
Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux comes to Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - It may seem strange timing, but a new Sports-themed restaurant is opening in Chattanooga the day after the Super Bowl. Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux is opening their first Chattanooga location near the Aquarium on Monday, February 14.…
Former News 12 Meteorologist Clint Boone passes away
TULSA, Oklahoma (WDEF) - Former News 12 Meteorologist Clint Boone died suddenly on the job Sunday night in Tulsa. Clint worked in Chattanooga from 1997 to 2000. He was born and educated in the state where he would later return…
Former Bradley County slave's freedom finally recognized
BRADLEY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- History was made Monday in Cleveland, Tennessee, as Nathaniel Grant was finally recognized as a free citizen of the United States after purchasing his freedom from slavery over…
Ex Summerville police officer sentenced for stealing from Christmas fund
SUMMERVILLE, Georgia (WDEF) - A former police officer in Summerville, Georgia has been sentenced to four years in prison for stealing money from the city. Stacy Rena Fountain pleaded guilty last week to theft charges. She admits to withdrawing money…
Free N95 Masks Available at Food City
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Food City stores in our area are offering free N 95 face masks to customers and associates. In mid-January, the federal government announced plans to distribute 400 million masks…
Janet Hinds Sentenced to 11 Years for Vehicular Homicide of Officer Nicholas Galinger
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - "And that's when Lieutenant Holloway said Barry, Nicholas is Gone." Barry Galinger is the father of Officer Nicholas Galinger who was killed in February of 2019 when Janet Hinds struck…
Food City offering N 95 masks
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Food City stores in our area are offering free N 95 face masks to customers and associates. In mid-January, the federal government announced plans to distribute 400 million masks…
Judge: Kemp can't use leadership committee funds for primary
By KATE BRUMBACK Associated Press ATLANTA (AP) - A federal judge has ruled that a “leadership committee” created by Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp under a new state law must stop spending money to get the governor reelected during the Republican…
What's Right With Our Schools: East Lake Elementary Soaring to Success
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) - Setting a goal is the first step to success, but staying motivated along the way is just as important. Students and teachers at East Lake Elementary receive recognition…
Wife charged 7 years after her husband was gunned down
OAK RIDGE, Tennessee (WDEF) - Seven years after a man was fatally shot in Oak Ridge, investigators have now charged his wife with shooting him. In December of 2014, 29 year old Thomas Steven Thrasher Jr. was shot and killed…
Walker County gets new K-9 deputy
LAFAYETTE, Georgia (WDEF) - Sheriff Steve Wilson of Walker County announced they have added a new K-9 officer to their team. Rudie is a two year old Dutch Shepherd. They got him with a grant to cover the costs of…