Pumped Up Gas Prices
A spike in cost fueled by the stimulus and vaccine rollout.
Golden Apple Award: Richard Hardy's Coach Tommy Wells
Tommy Wells is an institution at Richard Hardy Memorial School in South Pittsburg. Through his decades of teaching, he has displayed genuine kindness to all his students and players earning him this week's Golden Apple Award.
Vaccine Eligibility soon to be available to Tennesseans 16 and up
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) - Tennessee has vaccinated over 2 million people and Starting April 5th anyone who is over the age of 16 will be eligible to receive the coronavirus vaccination. So far Tennessee has been distributing the vaccine to health…
New data shows risks of domestic violent extremism in Tennessee
New data collected shows heightened risks of domestic violent extremism in Tennessee, compared to the national US average.
Get a Free Krispy Kreme Donut If You Have a COVID-19 Vaccination
Krispy Kreme is offering a sweet treat for anyone with proof of vaccination.
Hamilton County Health Dept and Southern Adventist University Holding Vaccine Event Sunday
Hamilton County Health Dept. will hold a free vaccine event at Southern Adventist Univ. this Sunday. It's limited to 500 people by appointment.
Tennessee lawmakers pass transgender sports ban
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Tennessee House has approved the transgender sports bill, sending it to the Governor's desk for his signature. It bans transgender athletes from taking part in girls' sports in Tennessee. Middle and High School athletes will…
Friends of the Festival shares update on Riverbend 2021
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Friends of the Festival is in the planning stages. "We haven't contracted with any artists yet, but we have to start planning," Friends of the Festival Executive Director Mickey McCamish said. It put in requests to…
Tennessee Death Row Inmate dies of natural causes after 30 years
Convicted of murdering couple during a jailbreak on the Kentucky border in 1988.
What's Right With Our Schools: Richard Hardy Driving Program
The driving simulators at schools these days are demonstrating lessons on more than impaired driving. Now they focus on distracted driving at Richard Hardy Elementary.
AstraZeneca vaccine effective for all adults, study finds
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A fourth COVID-19 vaccine may be on the horizon for Americans. According to a long-awaited study released Monday by AstraZeneca, their vaccine option provided strong protections for all adults. Chattanooga-based pulmonary specialist Dr. Mike Czarnecki says…
North Georgia Counties Merge Vaccine Resources
Catoosa, Dade, and Walker counties are now redirecting their vaccine shipments to the Colonnade Center.
Reward offered for information about the deaths of 2 animals
McKamey Animal Center is warning residents who live off of North Hawthorne and Olive Street to bring their animals inside.
Tennessee to expand vaccine eligibility to anyone 16 and older
Governor Bill Lee has announced that Tennessee will soon allow all residents 16 and older to receive the coronavirus vaccine.
TECH BYTE: Apps for Planning a Safe Getaway
Let's look at some apps that can help you plan a safe trip.
Social media groups hunt for Georgia vaccination appoinments
DALTON, Ga. (WDEF)- As the vaccine roll out continues there are several social media groups that are assisting people who can't seem to find an appointment. There are at least two Facebook groups that have helped thousands of Georgians sign…
Street Bikes of Chattanooga: Benefit Ride for Kevin Bolton
A serious motorcycle accident forces a group of street bikers to come together in support of one of their own during his recovery.
McKamey warns neighbors in Avondale to bring pets inside
McKamey Animal Center wants to warn citizens near Olive Street and North Hawthorne Street to bring their animals inside.
Flourish Teen Closet
Flourish Foster Care Closet and Support will now offer free clothing and essentials to teenagers at their branch on Cleveland Street in Ringgold.
Chattanooga’s Public Library Moves Dr. Seuss Books
"The books would be preserved for future scholarly work”
Fallout from riot, virus leaves toxic mood on Capitol Hill
WASHINGTON (AP) - The mood is so bad at the U.S. Capitol that a Democratic congressman recently let an elevator pass him by rather than ride with Republican colleagues who voted against certifying Joe Biden’s election. Republicans say it’s Democrats…
Man arrested after taking daughter into zoo elephant habitat
SAN DIEGO (AP) - A father has been arrested on suspicion of child endangerment after he carried his 2-year-old daughter into the elephant habitat at the San Diego Zoo to take a photograph with the animals. Zoo officials said the…
Miami sets earlier curfew after spring break crowds, fights
MIAMI (AP) - Miami Beach officials are imposing an emergency 8 p.m.-6 a.m. curfew effective immediately, saying large, out-of-control spring break crowds crammed the beaches, trashed some restaurant properties and brawled in the streets. Tourists and hotel guests are being…
Rallies in Atlanta, nation against hate after spa shootings
ATLANTA (AP) - Hundreds of people gathered near the Georgia state Capitol to demand justice for the victims of shootings at massage businesses in and around Atlanta. The crowd Saturday called for an end to racism and xenophobia. Many waved…