Hamilton County Schools will pilot a 20 minute Covid test
They will begin testing staff, then test all students beginning in January
More Men Than Women Dying From COVID-19 In Hamilton County
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - In Hamilton County, more women than men have been infected with COVID-19 since the pandemic began more than eight months ago. Yet, Hamilton County men are dying at a much higher rate than women. Dr. Michael…
Tennessee Opens Emotional Support Line to Educators
A COVID-19 emotional support line is now available for educators in Tennessee, a program previously only for front line workers. The STATE department of education is partnering with the department of mental health and substance abuse services. The support line…
High Demand for Real Christmas Trees this Season Due to Pandemic
Admist the covid-19 pandemic, everyone could use a little bit more holiday cheer. More people across the nation are choosing to buy a real Christmas tree this season instead of an artificial. Many cite the reason for spreading a little…
Tivoli Theatre asks city for COVID relief money as the pandemic cost the theatre an estimated $8.5 million
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee- A historic Chattanooga theatre is turning to the city for help as it continues to financially struggle due to the pandemic. Tilovi theatre has been hit hard as it has been closed for most of the 2020 season.…
20 year Sheriff's funeral held outside of the office he helped create
DADE COUNTY, Georiga- A funeral service was held outside of the Dade County Sheriffs Office Wednesday for a former sheriff who died over the weekend. 20 year Dade County Sheriff, Philip Street, was homered by family in friends Wednesday outside…
McKamey Animal Center extends hours on Sunday
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) - McKamey Animal Center has exciting news for this upcoming weekend. The organization says on Sunday December 6th, all adoption fees will be waived so families can help find their lifelong furry friend. McKamey says they will now…
COVID-19 Facts Vs. Fiction
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn (WDEF) - Since the pandemic began nearly 10 months ago, the medical community has been scrambling to learn about and control- the spread of the virus known as COVID-19. Although Covid-19 is a new strain, doctors say that…
Tennessee expands COVID-19 mental health hotline to teachers
Tennessee officials have expanded a mental health hotline during COVID-19 times to extend support to teachers.
Georgia Election official slams President's team over threats
This has got to stop. And if you are going to take a position of leadership, show some."
Food City Pharmacy to give COVID-19 vaccines, not sure when they'll be available to public
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - "We take care of our communities and this is just one way that we feel like that we can do that whether it's providing groceries or whether it's providing healthcare and part of that being able…
Nursing Home Covid-19 outbreaks in northwest Georgia
We found several active Covid outbreaks in northwest Georgia nursing homes and care facilities in today's report.
Golden Apple: Hixson High's Ava Hixson
CHATTANOOGA, TN. (WDEF) - Teacher's assistants can play a crucial role in reaching children with developmental delays and other challenges. For 20 years, Ava Hixson has been making a positive difference at Hixson High School. She says, " I'm just…
Giving Tuesday: “The Beth” and “Love’s Arm”
While many of Chattanooga’s non-profit organizations work hard everyday to take of their community, ‘Love Arms’ and the Bethlehem Center is putting everyone in the spirit of giving.
Fatal shooting on South Kelly Street overnight
Another man was shot just a block away earlier in the evening.
Petitioners Vy For Second Police Advisory Board On 2021 Ballot
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - As Chattanooga’s Police Advisory and Review Committee began hearing its first cases of alleged police misconduct, local activists began its efforts to put legislation for an additional review board on the ballot in the March 2021…
Chattanooga woman claims she found a pill in her burger
CHATTAOOGA, Tennessee- A Chattanooga woman claimed she found a medical pill in her burger from a Chattanooga Burger King. "Just the shock of all my gosh this is really happening and I’m getting more surprised as it went on," said…
Salvation Army Angel Tree drive still needs helpers
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee- The Salvation Army is doing one big final push for Angel Tree to make sure every kid gets a present this year. COVID's impact is being felt throughout the world and Major Mark Smith with the Salvation Army said…
Life Care Center of Cleveland Covid-19 Cases
CLEVELAND, Tenn (WDEF) - Life Care Center of Cleveland confirms 32 cases of COVID-19 As many as 61 residents and staff at Life Care Center of Cleveland have tested positive for COVID-19 and are considered active cases as of Sunday, according…
Covid-19 task force briefing
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn (WDEF) - The Coronavirus is steadily on the rise in our area and currently Hamilton County has over 2,000 active cases. The Covid-19 task force says that the significant increase is a result of social and family gatherings.…
Barr: No evidence of fraud that’d change election outcome
Attorney General William Barr said Tuesday that the Justice Department has not uncovered evidence of widespread voter fraud.
Huge Puerto Rico radio telescope, already damaged, collapses
A huge, already damaged radio telescope in Puerto Rico that has played a key role in astronomical discoveries for more than half a century has now completely collapsed.
Cold weather shelter opens with 'modifications'
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - As flurries fell outside Monday night, around 20 people line up in front of the community kitchen seeking heat inside this warming shelter. "This is how we're going to be able to create a life-saving opportunity…
5 killed when SUV rear ends 18 wheeler
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Chattanooga Police say a morning crash on I-24 was much deadlier than first thought. All five people in a Honda Odyssey were killed. It happened after 10 AM near the Rossville Boulevard exit heading eastbound. Police say…