Official confirms 2 storm-related deaths in Tennessee as severe weather rips across multiple US states
UNION CITY, Tenn. (AP) — Official confirms 2 storm-related deaths in Tennessee as severe weather rips across multiple US states.
In storm's aftermath, Kentucky residents struggle with loss
MAYFIELD, Ky. (AP) — Jarred Holmes was supposed to have been working inside a candle factory when it was ripped apart by a monstrous tornado that killed an untold number of employees and trapped many others under mounds of debris. But Holmes'…
Dozens feared dead as tornadoes, storms strike US states
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. (AP) — Tornadoes and severe weather caused catastrophic damage across multiple states late Friday, killing at least six people overnight as a storm system tore through a candle factory in Kentucky, an Amazon facility in Illinois and a…
Storms hit Arkansas nursing home, Illinois Amazon warehouse
MONETTE, Ark. (AP) — At least two people were killed Friday night when a reported tornado ripped through an Arkansas nursing home, and emergency crews in southern Illinois were also responding to reports of injuries at an Amazon warehouse after…
Prosecution rests in sex-abuse trial of Ghislaine Maxwell
NEW YORK (AP) — Prosecutors completed presenting their case against Ghislaine Maxwell on Friday, after a key accuser at the British socialite's sex-abuse trial testified that Maxwell and her companion, Jeffrey Epstein, forced themselves on her when she was just…
New York's COVID surge is back — and so is its mask mandate
NEW YORK (AP) — Facing a cold-weather surge in COVID-19 infections, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Friday that masks will be required in all indoor public places unless the businesses or venues implement a vaccine requirement. Hochul said the…
Missing Auburn student's car found, but 1976 mystery remains
LAGRANGE, Ga. (AP) — An Auburn University student disappeared after leaving his job at a Georgia bar one night in January 1976, and authorities long believed he was murdered. But the only person ever convicted went to prison for years…
Surging inflation is forcing people and businesses to adapt
WASHINGTON (AP) — A warehouse worker in Tennessee is running up against price increases that far exceed her modest pay raise. The owner of a pastry business in Massachusetts has had to reduce his product offerings and personally absorb higher…
Georgia's Perdue sues over 2020 election, pushes fraud claim
ATLANTA (AP) — Days after announcing his candidacy for governor, Republican David Perdue further embraced debunked claims of electoral fraud in Georgia's 2020 presidential race by joining a lawsuit seeking to prove he and former President Donald Trump were cheated out of…
Full share on World Series champion Braves worth $397,391
NEW YORK (AP) — A full postseason share on the World Series champion Atlanta Braves totaled $397,391 from a record player pool of $90.47 million. The Braves split $32.57 million into 66 full shares, 14.25 partial shares and 38 cash…
Demaryius Thomas remembered by players for generous nature
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — The message from Demaryius Thomas was just to congratulate Garett Bolles on being drafted. It meant so much to the Denver Broncos left tackle that, even years later, he still has the exchange stored on his…
Hixson welcomes you to Whoville!
Christmas is only 15 days away. Can you believe it? People all around the valley are getting into the spirit, but one subdivision in Hixson went a little further and transformed…
Woman killed in foggy crash this morning on Sand Mountain
DADE COUNTY, Georgia (WDEF) - A woman was killed in a crash during foggy conditions this morning on Sand Mountain. It happened on Brow Road in Dade County around 9:45 AM. The Georgia State Patrol says a wamon was driving…
Woman killed in Brow Road wreck
A 54-year old woman was killed Friday morning in a single-vehicle wreck in Dade County. It happened at around 9:45 on Brow Road in Dade County. Georgia State Patrol officials say they believe a Ford Escape was driving north on…
More To The Story: Net Resource Foundation is expanding feeding program
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - The Net Resource Foundation's feeding program was started back in 2015. Relying heavily on donations and volunteers. Now, the feeding program is expanding. Launching a campaign called…
Chopper pilot Larry Taylor's story in Vietnam
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - A war hero who calls Chattanooga home stopped by News 12 This Morning accompanied by a music crew. Army Captain Larry Taylor flew Cobra helicopters in Vietnam. His service…
Reaction to kid in pictures of stolen car suspect
EAST RIDGE, Tennessee (WDEF)-"One of the unseen costs is the cost inflicted upon the children involved in these types of activities," said Patterson. Social media became active with comments when a…
Christmas at the Courthouse
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- Just after 12:15 Friday Afternoon visitors to the Hamilton County Courthouse got to experience some Christmas Song and cheer. Christmas at the Courthouse featured the Choo Choo Kids, Jazz…
School Board Challenges Status of $750,000 in State Funds for Howard School
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - "The state doesn't have a very good history of taking over under-performing schools and turning them around," says Hamilton County School Board member Joe Smith. The state of Tennessee proposed…
Casino fight ends with a major drug bust near Cherokee, NC
MURPHY, North Carolina (WDEF) - What started as a fight between a man and woman at the casino, has turned into a major drug bust. The Cherokee Indian Police are reporting the strange case near Murphy. It started with a…
Legacy Sports to develop $350M sports, entertainment complex
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (AP) - Murfreesboro officials have announced that Legacy Sports Tennessee will develop a $350 million multi-use sports and entertainment facility. According to a Thursday news release from the city, the…
Judge declines to toss suits challenging Georgia voting law
By KATE BRUMBACK Associated Press ATLANTA (AP) — A federal judge has rejected motions to dismiss eight lawsuits challenging Georgia's sweeping new election law. Georgia's law is one of many approved by Republican-led legislatures after former President Donald Trump and…
Pro Bowler, Super Bowl champ Demaryius Thomas dies at 33
FILE - Denver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas reacts after making a catch during the first half of the team's NFL football game against the New York Giants on Oct. 15, 2017, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack…
Al Unser, a four-time winner of Indianapolis 500, dies at 82
Al Unser, one of only four…