Volunteers in Medicine Serves Uninsured Patients
As the Covid pandemic has strapped many people financially, Volunteers in medicine of Chattanooga makes sure their patients never receive a bill.
Fort Oglethorpe doctor provides at-home medical care to seniors
FORT OGLETHORPE, Ga. (WDEF) - Dr. Paul Miranda of Home Medical Providers says that his new private practice caters to homebound seniors aged 65 and older, providing them regular checkups without them having to leave their homes. Miranda says the…
McCarthy condemns Greene remarks but blasts Dem 'power grab'
WASHINGTON (AP) - House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy says he condemns Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene’s past remarks questioning school shootings, but he is criticizing a Democratic drive to oust the Georgia Republican from her committee assignments as a “partisan power…
Cleveland recovers endangered child from non-custodial mom
They issued an endangered child alert for the 2 year old Wednesday morning.
Chattanooga Mayoral Race is heating up
Early Voting for the next Chattanooga Mayor is right around the corner. Already, this year's campaigning seems to be different then in years past. With a total of 15 candidates, The Chattanooga mayoral race has the largest number of candidates the…
Chickamauga Dam Closer to Completion
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee- Representative Chuck Fleischmann said with the $191 million 2021 fiscal budget there is almost enough money to complete the new lock project at Chickamauga Dam. Fleishmann said the biggest fear was the old lock would fail before the…
COVID-19's impact on your taxes
HIXSON, Tennessee- The $600 weekly checks given to Americans on Unemployment due to the COVID-19 pandemic could end up hurting your tax returns. It is an area of contention with the IRS where they are monitoring it really closely right…
Additional Second Dose Vaccinations Available
The Hamilton County Health Department is adding new second dose appointment opportunities into the system.
Girl Scout cookie sale goes online
The online shop is now open.
Tennessee doubles the certified career pathways in local schools
See the list of programs that are certified in our area schools.
Comcast announces new internet and Wi-Fi speeds
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Comcast announces improvements in internet and Wi-Fi speeds for Chattanooga area customers. The company says they are upping speeds for the Internet Essentials program for low-income customers. Speeds increase to 50/6 Mbps for new and existing customers…
Oak Ridge working on a Covid whistle
The whistle samples your breath for a test kit.
Alabama drops age for vaccine, sets up online appointments
Alabama had been lagging behind their neighbors in taking appointments.
Dolly talks about her Super Bowl ad
She has re-recorded her hit "9 to 5" for the ad
Golden Apple Award: Sabrina Hardy, Charleston Elementary
CHARLESTON, TN (WDEF) - Going to school for the very first time is a big step in a child's life. Sabrina Hardy is an expert at calming the fears of her Pre-K students at Charleston Elementary.Her friendly face helps them…
North Georgia has mixed opinion of Congresswoman Greene
DALTON, Georgia- Senate Minority leader Mitch McConnell has been critical of fellow Republican Majorie Taylor Greene. Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene has been making national headlines for her comments. In Dalton, Terry Guin said Greene is good for politics and North…
Backlash at East Ridge Middle after "All Lives Matter" chosen as Black History Month theme
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. (WDEF) - East Ridge Middle School principal, Christy Drake, is facing major backlash after declaring the theme for the school’s Black History Month celebration to be “All Lives Matter”. Many see the term as reactionary and seeking…
Jeff Bezos Stepping Down as Amazon CEO
Jeff Bezos is stepping down as CEO for Amazon and becoming the company's executive chairman.
Severe Weather Preparedness Week in Georgia
It's Severe Weather Preparedness Week in Georgia. The American Red Cross is encouraging residents to update or create a severe weather plan, have a kit ready, and a reliable way to get severe weather alerts. SE TN Executive Director Julia…
Covid-19 Task Force Briefing
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn (WDEF) - Over the last several weeks Hamilton County active cases count and hospitalizations have been on a steady decline. The Covid-19 Task Force met Tuesday to discuss the main issues facing Hamilton County including adequate vaccine supplies…
Possible Kidnapping Attempt Investigated
The Hamilton County Sheriff's office is investigating a possible kidnapping attempt in East Brainerd.
Tennessee man charged in last month's US Capitol riot
A Tennessee man has been arrested in connection with the Capitol riot in Washington, D.C., last month.
FBI agents shot serving warrant in Florida
Multiple FBI agents have been shot while serving a warrant in a child exploitation case in South Florida.
Charges after cockfighting raid in northwest Georgia
CHICKAMAUGA, Georgia (WDEF) - Eight people are charged with cruelty to animals after Walker County deputies broke up a cockfight last night. Many of the suspects tried to run away as officers arrived at 473 Hurtt Road in Chickamauga. Seven men…