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Restaurants, attractions prepare for expanded reopenings

CHATTNAOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Large attractions like concert venues, museums and theaters can reopen in Hamilton County on Friday. Restaurants and retail will also be able to operate at full capacity -- while complying with CDC guidelines. The expanded reopenings…

28 new Covid-19 cases in Hamilton County

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - This was another high day for new Covid-19 positive tests in Hamilton County. The Health Department posted 28 new cases, the second highest single day mark yet. But officials have not been concerned about these spikes as…

Revenue loss predicted in Chattanooga's financial future

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - The city was supposed see growth then came the COVID-19 pandemic and destructive storms. Now, Chattanooga is grappling with shortcomings in an 8.4 million dollar reduction in projected revenue compared to last year. “Our unanticipated expenses…

Police investigate Highway 58 shooting

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - A 21 year old man was shot Tuesday afternoon on Highway 58. Police say it happened around 2:45 PM in the 4700 block. Witnesses told officers that two vehicles were involved, but they had left the scene.…

Free drive thru Covid-19 testing at Camp Jordan

EAST RIDGE, Tenn (WDEF) - The City of East Ridge, Cherokee Health Systems, and the Hamilton County Health Department have partnered with Kroger to offer free drive thru testing. The free testing starts Wednesday the 20th at Camp Jordan and will…

Hamilton County Schools summer meal program

HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn (WDEF) - Even though it's summer, Hamilton County is going to continue to help provide meals for students, they just won't be delivering it. Starting Tuesday May 26th, summer meal pick up sites will be open. The sites…

Unemployment Issues

With unemployment numbers rising many Tennesseans are left wondering when they will receive any money.

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