Gov. disputes that Georgia is last in Covid vaccines
Northwest Georgia taking reservations for whenever they get enough vaccine for the public.
Rep. Robin Smith statement on FBI raids
NASHVILLE, Tennessee (WDEF) - The attorney for State Representative Robin Smith has issued a statement about the FBI raids of her office and home today. "Earlier today, a search warrant was served on Robin Smith related to an ongoing investigation. …
Wet in the valley, but snow in the mountains
SIGNAL MOUNTAIN, Tennessee (WDEF) - Snowfall touched down on parts of the Tennessee Valley for the first time this year. Snow managed to stick to roofs, grass, branches, cars and just about anything you can find in your yard. Fortunately…
North Georgia Health District expanding Covid-19 vaccine distribution
NORTH GEORGIA (WDEF) - Starting Monday, January 11th, North Georgia Health District will expand their vaccine distributions to include residents over the age of 65 and their caregivers. The county’s included are Cherokee, Fannin, Gilmer, Murray, Pickens and Whitfield. The vaccination…
Is the Covid-19 Vaccine safe for Pregnant women?
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) - Many pregnant women are questioning whether or not to get the Covid-19 vaccine. Right now, there is limited data on how safe it is for them. Officials say pregnant women are at a significantly greater risk for…
ClinSearch research Company looking for Covid-19 Trial Volunteers
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) - ClinSearch Research Facility is in the final phase of testing out the Novavax Covid-19 Vaccine. Health Officials say this vaccine is not like the pfizer or moderna vaccine that is currently being used. “The big differences…
Senior Employment Opportunities
Seniors in the Tennessee Valley can look no further if they are searching for a steady income.
GOP Tennessee governor acknowledges Biden as president-elect
By JONATHAN MATTISE Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Tennessee Republican Gov. Bill Lee says his administration has begun working with the transition team of Democratic President-elect Joe Biden. Lee's remarks Friday marked the first time the governor has acknowledged…
Dalton Police looking for missing Andrew Joseph Chilinski
DALTON, Georgia (WDEF) - The Dalton Police Department is asking for your help to find Andrew Josephy Chilinski. The the 64 year old man is missing and may be experiencing mental problems that keep him from caring for himself. His…
TurboTax says they have fixed stimulus glitch
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - On Thursday, we told you how people who used tax services on hold for getting their Covid relief checks because of an IRS glitch. Today, Turbo Tax alerted customers that they have fixed the glitch. "We are…
FBI raid against former speaker includes local Rep. Robin Smith
NASHVILLE (WDEF) - The FBI has raided the homes and offices of five politicians in Tennessee, including Hixson lawmaker Robin Smith. They have not said why, just yet. The targets of the investigation are former House Speaker Glen Casada, two…
Chattanooga Marathon Postponed to November Due to COVID
The 2021 Erlanger Chattanooga Marathon, one of the city's first major sporting events of the year, has been rescheduled to November due to the continuing COVID-19 pandemic.
FBI agents search Tennessee lawmakers’ offices and homes
FBI agents have been searching the homes and offices of state lawmakers.
US tops 4,000 daily deaths from coronavirus
The U.S. has topped 4,000 daily deaths from the coronavirus for the first time, breaking a record set just one day earlier.
Titans to honor officers who responded to Christmas bombing
The six first responders who evacuated residents before the Christmas Day bombing in downtown Nashville will be the “Honorary 12th Titans” for Tennessee’s home game against the Baltimore Ravens.
Winter Storm Watch & Warning Through 7pm Tonight
**UPDATE** Winter Weather advisories have been added in purple for snow accumulations of 1-3'' possible with hazardous road conditions likely this evening into Friday. Winter Storm Warnings remain in pink for the highest accumulations of 3-8'' of snow and lower…
Lawmakers file bill that bans residency requirements for first responders
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - A proposed Tennessee bill seeks to ban local government residency requirements for full-time law enforcement officers, firefighters and emergency medical personnel. It's proposed legislation that Chattanooga Public Safety Committee Chair Councilman Anthony Byrd believes would affect…
Raffensperger says Trump legal team drops lawsuits in Georgia
ATLANTA (WDEF) - Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger disputes the Trump legal team's version of why they ended their legal challenge to the vote in Georgia. The Trump lawsuit against the Secretary of State was supposed to go to court…
4 wheeler repair leads to Birchwood house fire
BIRCHWOOD, Tennessee (WDEF) - A Birchwood home went up in flames Thursday night. The Highway 58 Volunteer Fire Department got the call to a home on Gamble Road around 9:45. The fire started in the garage but quickly spread to…
Senators Blackburn & Hagerty issue statement on Washington violence
NASHVILLE, Tennessee (WDEF) - Both U.S. Senators from Tennessee have issued a joint statement Thursday evening on the Capitol takeover. Both condemned the violence separately on social media on Wednesday. But they made it official Thursday night. Both Marsha Blackburn…
Stimulus check distribution issues
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Millions of people began receiving their second stimulus check before the New Year. But now, some folks are finding out that they might have to wait until tax time to see some secondary relief. Richard Bunch and…
Local Officials express horror at Capitol Attack
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn (WDEF) - In light of Wednesday's events that took place in the U.S. Capitol, Local officials share their opinions on the protests. Protesters breached the nation’s capitol shortly after 1 p.m. yesterday causing congress to evacuate the building.…
Local Trump Supporters present for Wednesday's attack on the Capitol Building
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) - It's been one day since thousands of trump supporters stormed our Nation’s Capitol causing Congress to evacuate, delaying the process of counting the electoral vote. Local residents, Justin and Jason Stephens went to D.C. for the ‘Stop…
Do you recognize Regions Bank robber in East Ridge?
EAST RIDGE, Tennessee (WDEF) - The FBI is releasing a photo of a suspect in a bank robbery in East Ridge on Wednesday. A male suspect entered the Regions bank around 3 PM. Investigators say he jumped the counter and…