CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - These are the final days of Lamar Alexander's political career. The Senator from Tennessee retires next month. So our Kay Blevins got a chance to look back on his long career in the Volunteer State. In recent…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - This has been a deadly week for a square block near Eastside Elementary School. The count now stands at 3 shootings in 24 hours, with three deaths and one arrest. The last of the shootings happened in…
The East Ridge Police Department and 22 other businesses on Ringgold Road were vandalized in the months of October and November.
They will begin testing staff, then test all students beginning in January
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…
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…
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…
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.…
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…
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…
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 officials have expanded a mental health hotline during COVID-19 times to extend support to teachers.
This has got to stop. And if you are going to take a position of leadership, show some."
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…
We found several active Covid outbreaks in northwest Georgia nursing homes and care facilities in today's report.
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…
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.
Another man was shot just a block away earlier in the evening.
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…
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…
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…
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…
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.…
Attorney General William Barr said Tuesday that the Justice Department has not uncovered evidence of widespread voter fraud.