Alabama dropping the age for vaccines next month
But they aren't getting enough vaccine to supply the demand, yet.
Hamilton County School Choice Deadline Approaching
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn (WDEF) - Families in Hamilton County have until this Sunday, Jan. 31 to submit an application for the Fall School Choice 2021 semester. Schools Choice allows families within the county to consider schools outside of the school they…
Some Walker County parents are concerned about child safety in the schools
WALKER CO., Ga. (WDEF)- Some Walker County parents are expressing their concerns about the lack of masks and safety precautions being taken in the school system. Before the Coronavirus, Tricia Harris' son Caleb was attending in person classes here at…
Two more operators approved for online sports betting in Tennessee
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - A Tennessee panel has approved licenses for two more sportsbook operators under the state’s online-only sports betting law. William Hill and Wynn Sports drew approval Friday from the Tennessee Lottery’s Sports Wagering Committee. Lottery CEO Rebecca…
Job Openings for Home Instead Senior Care
Home Instead Senior Care is looking to hire people who are passionate about taking care of the elderly.
Is new Johnson and Johnson vaccine good enough?
HIXSON, Tennessee- Johnson and Johnson’s one-shot vaccine protects against COVID-19, but isn’t as effective as some others. "Cheaper, more affordable, and less storage requirements than Moderna and Pfizer," said Access Family pharmacist, Dr. Jeff Perry. According to Johnson and Johnson…
Former Walker County Sheriff's Deputy Arrested for Rape and Incest
The GBI arrested Zachary Williams, 39, of Chattooga County, for Rape and Incest.
Looking back at the Challenger disaster 35 years later
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - It was one of those traumas, where everyone can remember where they were when they learned the space shuttle Challenger had exploded. Some even watched it happen, live. By 1986, shuttle flights had become routine. But this…
Chattanooga Mayor gives final State of the City speech
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - On Thursday, Chattanooga Mayor Andy Berke gave a virtual State of the City address one last time as his 8 years in office is coming to a close. “I could not know then what the ensuing…
Dalton offering more Covid-19 vaccine drive-throughs
DALTON, Georgia (WDEF) - On Friday morning, Dalton and Whitfield County will begin taking appointments for new drive-through Covid-19 vaccinations next week. They will post a link for the appointments at 9:00 AM on Friday at daltonga.gov. The drive-though will…
Gov. Lee ends school sport restrictions in Tennessee
Local school and sports association rules can remain in place.
Tennessee adds rural vaccine locations and supply
NASHVILLE (WDEF) - The Tennessee Department of Health is adding more than 100 new vaccination sites across the state, with an emphasis on serving rural areas. “We’re eager to launch these partnerships to help bring the vital resource of COVID-19…
More Vaccines Rollout as Covid-19 Spread Declines
Now that the major winter holidays are behind us, Hamilton County officials say we are winning the battle against the spread of covid-19.
Ringgold man fighting for his life in San Diego
RINGGOLD, Ga. (WDEF)- "Ethan dreams ambitiously. He loves his country. I mean, he's just an amazing person and we need a village to help him recover." Meet 20-year-old Ethan and Hayden Burns'. Twin brother's that have a special connection. Hayden…
GameStop drops as Stock Market partially rebounds
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee- A day after the stock market saw its biggest crash since October the market clawed it way back Thursday. The market's volitivity wasn't the only thing active this week as one stock has gone for a wild ride.…
Erlanger starts new community health program for first time moms
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) - The Tennessee Department of Human Services awarded Erlanger Health System with a “2Gen” grant to fund the formation of a new community health program. The program is called Nurse-Family Partnership, to help first-time, low-income mothers in the…
Annual PIT count measuring homelessness rates
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) - The annual Point-In-Time Count takes place every year on the last Thursday in January. This federally mandated PIT count helps provide lawmakers with a detailed understanding of the status of homelessness, locally- and nationally. “They use this…
Liquid nitrogen leak at Georgia poultry plant kills 6
A liquid nitrogen leak at a northeast Georgia poultry plant has killed six people, with multiple others taken to the hospital.
Virus variant from South Africa detected in US for 1st time
A new coronavirus variant identified in South Africa has been found in the United States for the first time.
General Motors sets goal of going largely electric by 2035
General Motors has set a goal of making the vast majority of the vehicles it produces electric by 2035.
Tennessee, T-Mobile to Provide Wireless Devices to Students
Tennessee’s Department of Education has announced it's launching a new initiative to provide wireless internet to students across the state.
Suspect Arrested in Fatal Shooting on 6th Avenue
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF) - Chattanooga Police are investigating a fatal shooting on 6th Avenue Wednesday morning. Shortly after 5:30am, police responded to reports of shots fired, which was upgraded to a person shot while en route to the 3600 block…
70 year old suspected of shooting duck hunters on Reelfoot Lake
OBION COUNTY, Tennessee (WDEF) - Authorities in northwest Tennessee have an unusual murder case on their hands. They are looking for a 70 year old retiree with no criminal history. But he is accused of shooting two duck hunters on…
CPD chosen for $700,000 federal grant
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - For the first time the Chattanooga Police Department was chosen for a $700,000 Crime Gun Intelligence Center grant. “There’s so many people affected by it, from, you know, the neighbor down the street to even the…