Search for life on other worlds tops astronomy to-do list
A U.S. survey of astronomers puts the search for extraterrestrial life at the top of their to-do list for the next 10 years.
Unemployment claims drop to 269,000, another pandemic low
The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits fell to a fresh pandemic low last week, another sign the job market is healing after last year's coronavirus recession.
Senator Blackburn Responds to New Government Rules on Vaccines
Senator Marsha Blackburn responded to the new government rules that workers who work for companies with 100 employees must be fully vaccinated.
US mandates vaccines or tests for big companies by Jan. 4
Tens of millions of Americans who work at companies with 100 or more employees will need to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by Jan. 4 or get tested for the virus weekly under government rules issued Thursday.
Stage 4 Cancer Patient Needs Assistance After Losing Home to Fire
Not many people have had it this rough. After coming home from his first radiation treatment for cancer, his home burns down. Now neighbors and a local church are trying to help him piece his life back together again.
Tennessee Valley First Responders receive free railway hazmat training
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Chattanooga Fire Department participates in many training's throughout the year. Today, they got a special experience. They had a training with Norfolk Southern on their Railway Hazmat Training. Jeff…
More To The Story: Red Wolves Head Coach Jimmy Obleda
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - The U-S-L League One playoffs begin this weekend! Chattanooga will host North Texas at C-H-I Memorial Stadium, in the quarterfinal round. It's been a really…
Tennessee sets new execution date for Harold Wayne Nichols
NASHVILLE (WDEF) - The State of Tennessee has set a new execution date for convicted killer Harold Wayne Nichols of Chattanooga. The new date is June 9, 2022. He was convicted of raping and murdering Karen Pulley in 1988. Nichols…
College cancels Meacham talk over Planned Parenthood ties
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) - A conservative Christian university in Alabama has withdrawn an invitation for Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Jon Meacham to speak during inaugural activities for its new president. Samford University in suburban Birmingham announced the cancellation of Meacham’s appearance…
CDC approves Pfizer Vaccine for Kids- Local Pediatrician offices prepare to rollout vaccines
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) - The CDC has given its final okay for the approximate 28 million grade school children to get Pfizer's Covid-19 vaccine. This Pfizer injection is one-third the size of an…
Vol Nation raising money for East TN Children's Hospital
After last month's trash throwing chaos at the Tennessee - Ole Miss game, some fans want to show the country that wasn't a accurate representation of Vol Nation. They're raising money for a good cause.
Can you identify a murder suspect from hoodie?
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Chattanooga Police have new images of a suspect from a deadly shooting in Orchard Knob in September. Omar Escobar was shot outside his home in the 500 block of North…
Close race for governor in NJ, GOP's Youngkin takes Virginia
By WILL WEISSERT and SARAH RANKIN Associated Press RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy of New Jersey remained in a close race for reelection Wednesday while a Republican political newcomer delivered a stunning upset in the Virginia governor’s race, sending…
Prosecutor: Ruggs driving over 150 mph before fatal crash
By KEN RITTER Associated Press LAS VEGAS (AP) — Former Raiders wide receiver Henry Ruggs III was driving at more than 150 mph with a blood-alcohol content twice Nevada's legal limit before his sports car slammed into the rear of…
Braves lifer Snitker receives reward for 44-year investment
By CHARLES ODUM AP Sports Writer Brian Snitker borrowed plenty from Bobby Cox learning to lead a clubhouse. Now, he's matched his mentor in chasing down the game's greatest prize, joining Cox as the only Atlanta Braves managers to win…
South Broad Publix announces opening date
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - After more than a year of zoning, planning and construction, the city's newest Publix supermarket will hold its grand opening on Wednesday, November 17th. The store is on property where Mount…
Dalton and Varnell election results
DALTON, Georgia (WDEF) - There was one upset in the Dalton City elections on Tuesday. Former state senator Steve Farrow unseat city councilman Gary Crews in a close vote. Farrow won by just 43 votes. Courtesy:…
Election results for Ringgold and Fort Oglethorpe
CATOOSA COUNTY, Georgia (WDEF) - Voters in Catoosa County on Tuesday approved alcohol sale measures in both Fort Oglethorpe and Ringgold. But they overwhelmingly rejected the Catoosa Redevelopment Powers Referendum. Here are the…
Shooting at College Hill Courts Tuesday night
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Chattanooga Police are investigating a shooting in the College Hill Courts on Tuesday night. A 37 year old male was shot in the 700 block of West 12th Street Court around 8:40 PM. He went to the…
US service sector expands at record pace in October
The rate of expansion in the U.S. services sector, where most Americans work, hit a record high in October as demand remained strong even as supply chain problems persisted.
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…