A controversial elections bill that would remove party labels from several key local races in metro Atlanta is drawing sharp backlash from prosecutors as it moves forward in the Georgia legislature. House Bill 369, which recently passed the Georgia Senate,…
The U.S. Postal Service is temporarily hiking postage prices to account for surging fuel costs caused by the Iran war, the agency announced on Wednesday. The USPS said it will impose an 8% surcharge on select postage prices, beginning April 26,…
A family pet passed away as a result of a house fire on March 26, 2026 on Huff Avenue SW, according to the Cleveland Fire Department (CFD). Six other fire companies responded to the blaze as well. CFD says…
The Minnesota Secretary of State's Office has received a grand jury subpoena ordering it to turn over certain individual voter records, as part of a federal investigation into whether non-citizens are registered or have unlawfully cast ballots, sources with direct…
WASHINGTON (AP) — Pressure is mounting on Congress to end the funding shutdown that has resulted in travel disruptions, missed paychecks and even warnings of airport closures, but lawmakers have yet to resolve the underlying issue of reining in President…
The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate climbed this week to its highest level in more than six months, driving up borrowing costs during what’s typically the busiest time of the year for prospective home buyers. The benchmark 30-year fixed rate…
Ecuador has arrested a Syrian man identified as a terrorist threat by the United States for belonging to Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah, authorities said Wednesday. The arrest came as the government of Ecuadoran President Daniel Noboa, an ally of U.S.…
Juno Beach, Fla. — The veterinary staff at a Florida sea turtle hospital is getting help from space to monitor the animals they've rehabilitated. They're particularly interested in amputees. Using satellite tracking devices in a…
ICE officers who are helping TSA at airports that are struggling with long passenger lines are helping with things like crowd control and verifying passengers’ identities using TSA equipment, according to a DHS spokeswoman. “After receiving standard TSA training curriculum,…
The TSA's top official says the situation at U.S. airports could get even worse if the partial government shutdown that has frozen officers' paychecks continues. "We are being forced to consolidate lanes and may have to close smaller airports if…
Speaking during a Cabinet meeting, President Trump said Thursday that he thought oil prices would be higher and the stock market would fall further than they have as a result of the war in Iran. "Frankly, I thought the oil…
The U.S. military said it carried out a strike Wednesday on a boat accused of smuggling drugs in the Caribbean Sea, killing four people, as the Trump administration pushes forward with a monthslong campaign against alleged traffickers in Latin America…
WASHINGTON (AP) — The number of Americans applying for jobless aid inched up last week as employers continue to retain workers despite a labor market that has weakened considerably in the past year. U.S. applications for jobless aid for the…
Blue Bell has announced a new flavor of ice cream: Brookie À La Mode, which is a combination of a brownie and a chocolate chip cookie. The new flavor is available in the half gallon…
KNOXVILLE, Tennessee (WDEF) - There will be a new Smokey in town this fall for UT football. The University of Tennessee will officially introduce Smokey XII at the spring football game in a couple of weeks at Neyland Stadium. Smokey…
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A juvenile has been arrested following a vehicle pursuit on Dayton Pike at Sequoyah Road. The Hamilton County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) says a deputy attempted to stop a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed…
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency said Wednesday that it would temporarily allow widespread sales of a higher ethanol gas blend in a move that they hope will tamp down consumer prices that have soared since the Iran war began. The…
A bill that would change how Georgia medical marijuana patients can use cannabis for treatment could now become law if it is signed by Gov. Brian Kemp. This week, the Georgia House of Representatives voted 144 to 21 to approve…
Dr. Liz Culler joins News 12's Amelia Greer to encourage viewers to donate blood during an ongoing blood shortage. Donate today to save three lives! CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Earn a little…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - The city of Chattanooga is recruiting artists for a new mural in town. They want to replace the old mural at the James A. Henry school Hub on Grove Street. City officials want to replace the mural in…
MEIGS AND MCMINN COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee made two stops in East Tennessee on Wednesday as part of his statewide farewell tour, drawing crowds of…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Artificial intelligence and automation are changing how many jobs are done. A new survey from the University of Phoenix highlights how hiring leaders view online credentials in…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The battle continues inside of the federal government over the funding for the Department of Homeland Security. This is causing issues at…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Erlanger Hospital announced plans to makeover their Children’s Emergency Room at a press conference Wednesday. They made the announcement at the Kennedy Outpatient…