CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- More than 35% of Hamilton County residents are now fully vaccinated against Covid-19. Another 40% of individuals are partially vaccinated according to the Hamilton County Health Department. Doctor Harry Severance said when fully vaccinated the…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Trouble on the U.S. Border has made its way to the Tennessee Valley. Scenes of hope and despair can be seen on the U.S. Mexico border as unaccompanied children join migrants seeking refuge in…
RINGGOLD, Georgia (WDEF) - There is a new K-9 on the beat in Catoosa County. But Bonnie isn't a street cop. She is the new therapy dog for the Catoosa County Sheriff's Office. Her skill is helping both officers and…
Tennessee Senate Bill 623 pulls funding from school systems which use materials that promote the idea that America is a fundamentally racist country.
CLEVELAND, Tennessee (WDEF) - No students were hurt in a school bus wreck this afternoon. Bradley County Schools says their bus #20 was involved in a minor accident at Durkee Road and Spring Place Road. There were 7 students on…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) - As life begins to return to normal, Americans are wondering if employers, or even businesses , can demand proof of vaccination. This has raised questions about the legality of such inquiries and whether HIPAA…
Firefighters saved a house fire from becoming a total loss in Hixson early Friday morning.
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tennessee (WDEF) - Everybody knows what the letters E-M-S stand for. Just dial 9-1-1 when you've got trouble, and an Ambulance with a highly trained crew shows up in minutes. It's National E-M-S Week, and…
SODDY-DAISY, Tennessee (WDEF) - A young motorcycle rider died this morning on Highway 27 that involved 3 other vehicles. According to the Tennessee Highway patrol, 19 year old Gabriel Davis of Hixson was Southbound on his Kawasaki…
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF)- A Chattanooga company is helping parents with their kids' education through art. Kids Art Box is selling their commemorative Van Gogh “My Artist Box” after a request from parents due to a Van Gogh experience across the…
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF) - A truck blocked off the road after getting stuck under a bridge Thursday. A truck became wedged under a bridge on Alton Park Blvd going towards W 33rd St. The Chattanooga police said…
SODDY-DAISY, Tennessee (WDEF) - Have you seen them? The white Pelicans are in Soddy Daisy and they are the talk of the town. The Tennessee Aquarium Curator of Forests says that the birds are only here temporarily…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Governor Bill Lee and Tennessee lawmakers have recently signed five new bills into law, aimed at the LGBTQ+ community. Two of the laws focus on transgendered use of restrooms. Chattanooga Advocacy group, the I…
By ADRIAN SAINZ and ANDREW DeMILLO Associated Press MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) - Photos taken by a Mississippi River kayaker about five years before a crack was found in the Interstate 40 bridge linking Tennessee and Arkansas appear to show the…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) - The Chattanooga Area Food Bank announced the piloting of their new Emergency Food Box or (EFB) Distribution Center in the Eastdale Community. The new program will be at the Foxwood Plaza in the Eastdale…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) - Each year, millions of Americans are impacted by mental health issues. Unfortunately, public stigma continues to have a negative impact on this conversation. However, Mental Health Experts are taking advantage of May as Mental…
The Tennessee Wildlife Federation's Youth Conservationist of the Year is an 11 year old boy from Chattanooga. Meet Cash Daniels otherwise known as the Conservation Kid. Cash has won this award three times in a row now. He has picked…
Former U.S. Senator and mayor of Chattanooga, Bob Corker gave a speech at the Rotary Club today. Corker gave his congratulations and support to new mayor Tim Kelly who was in the room. Bob Corker touched on…
Thursday's forecast from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predicts 13 to 20 named storms.
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF) - The price of bitcoin fell below $40,000 for the first time since February as many cryptocurrencies prices have fallen up to nearly 40%. Bitcoin was dealt another blow this week as regulators in China announced a…
The Tennessee Department of Correction says that it will soon implement pay raises for probation and parole officers.
RINGGOLD, Georgia (WDEF)- The remains of a Soldier killed during the Korean War are back home and will be laid to rest on Saturday. Army Cpl. Henry Lewis Helms went missing in action back in December of…
As we approach the 90's this weekend, many people will be out and about on the lakes, rivers, and pools. Here are some tips to keep your skin looking healthy this summer. May is Skin Cancer Awareness…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) - A local construction company owner is hitting the streets to find employees who are willing to work. Co-Owner of chattanooga roofing contractors, Scott Schrader can be seen on the corner of McCallie Avenue and…