Making A Name For Herself!
There's a young girl from Rossville who is "tearing up" the world of karate. And it's hard to believe what she's accomplished in such a short amount of time. Kaylee Anderson has only truly been active…
Salvation Army Asking for 'Beat the Heat' Donations
Salvation Army is asking for your help to beat the heat this week with donations. They're asking for monetary donations so they can buy box fans. Or, you can donate a box fan to the McCallie location.…
More To The Story: Karate Kid from Rossville
There's a young girl from Rossville who is "tearing up" the world of karate! And it's hard to believe what she's accomplished in such a short amount of time.
Gov. Kemp says no mask mandate, schools and Atlanta announce them
ATLANTA (AP) - The city of Atlanta and Georgia school districts are announcing mask mandates even as Gov. Brian Kemp is vowing he won't impose a statewide mask rule or restrict business and public activities. Kemp on Wednesday repeated the…
Lodge Cast Iron reacts to fine over worker death
SOUTH PITTSBURG, Tennessee (WDEF) - Lodge Cast Iron of Marion county has been fined more than six thousand dollars following the investigation into the death of an employee at it's New Home Plant. Volunteer firefighter Lt. Scott Moreland who worked…
Pfizer data suggests that third dose protects against Delta Variant
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Pfizer says it has promising data about its COVID-19 Vaccine Booster. Using data that has not been published or peer reviewed just yet, Pfizer announced this morning that their third dose of the COVID-19…
Missing Catoosa County Man
More than a year and a half after disappearing, a family wants to know what happened to a Catoosa County man.
Hamilton County Commissioners discuss Delta concerns and vaccination rates
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn (WDEF) - The CDC is advising people to go back to wearing masks specifically while in areas with elevated infection rates- and unfortunately that includes Hamilton County. This new statement was the topic of today's…
Tips on Protecting Pets in the Hot Summer
As temperatures crank up the next few days, it's important to keep your pets cool and safe. Here are some vital tips to remember.
Pfizer: Vaccine protective for at least 6 months
The effectiveness of the Pfizer vaccine wanes slightly over time but it remains strongly protective for at least six months after the second dose.
UPDATE: Brother Speaks Out on Missing Catoosa County Man's Body Found
More than a year and a half after disappearing, a family wants to know what happened to a Catoosa County man.
Texas chemical plant leak leaves 2 dead, dozens injured
Two people are dead and dozens more were injured after a chemical leak at a Houston-area plant.
District 9 school board candidates hold public forum
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - On Tuesday night, candidates for the Hamilton County District 9 school board seat had a chance to answer questions directly from the community. At the forefront was how to navigate the upcoming school year, especially as…
Massage business shooter pleads guilty
CANTON, Ga. (AP) - A man accused of killing eight people, most of them women of Asian descent, at massage businesses in Georgia has pleaded guilty to four of the murders. Robert Aaron Long was handed four sentences of life…
Two suspects dead after chase in Whitfield County
TUNNEL HILL, Georgia (WDEF) - The Sheriff of Whitfield County releases information on a deadly police chase Monday afternoon. The Narcotics Unit was trying to stop Kaleb Brown, who they believed was distributing meth, was armed and had an outstanding…
City of Chattanooga closes all Community Centers after summer camp ends Friday
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- There were 122 new cases of COVID-19 today in Hamilton County. Monday, Chattanooga Mayor Tim Kelly closed two more Community Centers for cleaning because of confirmed COVID-19 Cases. Today, the city made an announcement…
The Lantern at Morning Pointe Reopens After Near Tornado Destruction
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - A local residential home for seniors with Alzheimer's took a devastating hit by a tornado in April of 2020. This week they are back open, and better than ever. "As you look back at…
Senate Republicans urge Tennesseans to get vaccine
NASHVILLE, Tennessee (WDEF) - Republican members of the Tennessee Senate have released a letter to their constituents urging them to get the Covid vaccine. The letter lays out why they believe the vaccine is safe. The Republicans say that while…
Erlanger officials step up and donate blood
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) - Currently we are in the middle of a nationwide blood shortage. So, Erlanger Officials are stepping up by donating blood. Officials say the Pandemic and summer are to blame for less people coming in to…
How to save money on your energy bill during the summer heat
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) - With the Summer Sun beating down on Chattanooga, boy has it been hot. Even though you may want to run inside and crank up that AC, Experts say DON'T. "Starting Wednesday temperatures and heat…
White Oak Bicycle Co-Op receives special grant
RED BANK, Tennessee (WDEF)-White Oak Bicycle Cooperative in Red Bank is one of eight organizations nationwide selected for a grant. The Trust for Public Land announced that White Oak co-op was selected to receive a grant from TPL’s Equitable Communities…
Habitat for Humanity has its first EPB Zero Energy home
A new type of home is helping families in need save on energy costs thanks to a new effort between the Habitat for Humanity, EPB and green|spaces Chattanooga.
Tennessee spent $11K on influencers for airfare promo
Tennessee paid thousands of dollars for social media influencers to promote an offer of flight vouchers largely to out-of-state residents.
Talk Show host now pitches vaccine from hospital
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - A conservative talk radio host from Tennessee who had been a vaccine skeptic until he was hospitalized from COVID-19 now says his listeners should get vaccinated. Phil Valentine’s brother, Mark Valentine, spoke at length on WWTN-FM…
