Georgia Election Issues
The accuracy of election results in Georgia is still up for debate despite the Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger insisting the recount is accurate.
Gov. Kemp calls for signature audit of Georgia vote
ATLANTA (WDEF) - Gov. Brian Kemp will certify the election results because he is required to by law. But in a Friday evening news conference, he said he is not happy about it. "It's quite honestly hard to believe that…
CDC Issues Warning For Americans Traveling For Thanksgiving
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The holidays are gearing up to be a little different this year. With the CDC now urging Americans against traveling for Thanksgiving, many families are facing the decision of cancelling holiday plans, or ignoring warnings to…
New commissioner makes big statement by voting out city manager
SODDY-DAISY, Tennessee- Former city manager Janice Cagle was voted out after a 3-2 commissioners vote Thursday night and Soddy-Daisy resident Sharon Gretza said she supports it. "It’s time for a change in Soddy, it’s time for people to understand that…
Phillip Fulmer Tests Positive for COVID-19
Tennessee Athletic Director Phillip Fulmer has tested positive for COVID-19.
Person Seriously Injured in Avondale Shooting
A 36 year old male was seriously injured in a shooting in the Avondale area of Chattanooga Thursday afternoon.
Hamilton County Sheriff's Office gives tips to prevent stolen packages this holiday season
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - More people could be doing their holiday shopping online this year, because we're in the coronavirus pandemic which could mean more packages at front doors. The Hamilton County Sheriff's Office has a few tips to…
Former Resource Officer indicted on theft charges
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - A former Red Back High School Resource Officer is indicted on charges of Theft of more than $1,000 and Forgery. Hamilton County Deputy Charles Whitecotton was suspended in March during an internal affairs investigation. Whitecotton resigned on…
Final Georgia recount numbers show Biden hangs on
We break down the recount numbers for our counties, the counties with the biggest changes, and the counties that added the most "new" votes
Soddy-Daisy city manager voted out
SODDY-DAISY, Tennessee- Soddy-Daisy's city manager was removed Thursday after a 3 to 2 commissioners vote. Newly elected Commissioner Steven Everett was sworn in and shortly after accused, then city manager, Janince Cagle of using her position to drive down the…
Nashville limits gatherings to 8 people amid virus surge
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Nashville is tightening restrictions to fight the surging coronavirus by limiting gatherings to eight people. Mayor John Cooper announced the new limit Thursday. It is a reduction from the current gathering limit of 25 people. The…
Rep. Mike Carter says he has pancreatic cancer
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - State Representative Mike Carter is going public with a grim medical diagnosis. You may remember the lawmaker was hospitalized back in August with Covid-19. In his tweet Thursday evening, he says he continued to have symptoms afterwards.…
Warrior Freedom Service Dogs Help Veterans With PTSD
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Six years after Warrior Freedom Service Dogs was established, the organization is expanding their one of a kind program that connects veterans to trained service dogs rescued from local animal shelters. Executive Director Adam Keith says…
Chattanooga housing market on the rise
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee- Chattanooga housing prices have jumped more than 16% in the past year. Greater Chattanooga Association of Realtors president Brandi Pearl Thompson said there are several reason the housing market has raised so much in Chattanooga. She said there…
Toilet paper shortage Déjà vu
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tennessee- It’s Toilet paper shortage Deja Vu as people are leaving shelves bare as COVID cases go up. "Paper aisle was totally empty I even took pictures of it to send my wife because it was a joke," said…
Make-A-Wish grants local child's wish
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) - On Thursday, a wish came true for a local child who was diagnosed with cancer. 17 year Jeremie, from Calhoun, was granted the wish of receiving a dirtbike. Family members say Jeremie loves to be outside exploring…
Hamilton County Mayor Extends Mask Mandate
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn (WDEF) - Hamilton County’s mask mandate was set to expire on November 22nd, but due to the recent spike in coronavirus cases across the United States and in our area, Mayor Jim Coppinger, in a news conference today,…
Covid-19 warning for A5 Volleyball events
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - The Hamilton County Health Department has issued a warning about Covid-19 exposures at A5 Volleyball Club activities. Investigators say multiple people, some still in their infectious period, attended the events. The time range is from Sunday, November…
Clinsearch in Chattanooga Seeks Volunteers for Covid Vaccine Trials
Clinsearch is seeking 800 volunteers. According to Dr. Mark Mckenzie, those volunteers would take part in COVID19 treatment and vaccine trials.
Hamilton County Mask Mandate Extended Into January
Hamilton County Mayor Jim Coppinger extended the county's mask mandate until January 15, 2021.
Movie filmed in Walker County premieres
WALKER COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) - There was a red carpet premiere Wednesday night at the Walker County Civic Center of The "Farmer and The Belle: Saving Santaland." It's a movie that was partly filmed in Walker County. "It just made…
Orchard Knob food and belt drive
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - A local non profit is getting in the holiday spirit by helping out Hamilton County students. Starting Thursday, "Reach One Teach One" will be collecting canned goods and belts for KIDS at Orchard Knob Middle School. THE…
Group donates protective vest for Catoosa K-9
RINGGOLD, Georgia (WDEF) - The newest K9 officer at the Catoosa County Sheriff's Office will soon have a new piece of equipment to keep her safe. Fraya has been on the job since March. The K9 has not been able…
