Tennessee agrees to Trump's $300-a-week unemployment plan
Tennessee will become the latest state to ask the federal government for an extra $300 a week in unemployment benefits under President Donald Trump’s supplemental plan.
Gordon Central High closes because of teacher shortage
CALHOUN, Georgia (WDEF) - Gordon Central High is the latest Georgia school to shutdown because of Covid-19 problems. But the case here is a little different. School officials say the problem isn't active cases, just a teacher and staff shortage.…
Tennessee won't break down school Covid-19 numbers after all
They blame the change of policy on their reading of the HIPPA laws.
Tennessee commemorates ratification of 19th amendment
MCMINN COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - The State of Tennessee commemorated the ratification of the 19th amendment through a reenactment of the historic vote on its 100th anniversary at the state capitol Tuesday. "It's really a remembrance and a recognition of…
Motorcyclist dies from Friday night crash at Northgate
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - A motorcyclist has died from injuries in a wreck last Friday night outside Northgate Mall. It happened on Highway 153 just before 10:30. The motorcycle was going through the light when a car was turning left into…
2 years later, woman returns to thank deputy who saved her life
TRENTON, Georgia (WDEF) - Drug overdoses don't generally have happy endings. But two years later, it looks like this case may just turn out okay. On August 1st of 2018, Dade County Deputy Misty McConathy responded to a case where…
Athens Mural underway paying tribute to 19th amendment vote
ATHENS, Tennessee (WDEF) - On August 29th, Niota will celebrate the 100th anniversary of the passage of the 19th amendment stamp. Niota is the home of then 24-year-old Harry T. Burn. He's a state representative who cast the deciding vote…
Judge Jon Payne dies from Covid-19 complications
“the most popular politician in Chattooga County.”
COVID-19 Virus and Economic Trends in Hamilton County
The Hamilton County Health department is reporting 83 new cases of Covid-19 cases Tuesday.
Prater's Mill Country Fair cancelled
WHITFIELD COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) -- The coronavirus has canceled another annual event this year. The 49th Annual Prater's Mill Country Fair will not happen this fall. It was scheduled for October 10 and 11. People from across the country head…
Senate Intelligence Committee releases final report on 2016 Russian interference
The Senate Intelligence Committee released the long-awaited final volume of its investigation into Russia's 2016 election interference.
Multiple Dade County Students Quarantined
Around 70 people from Dade County schools are quarantine due to the coronavirus.
Online Portal Available for Health Department Shot Records
The Hamilton County Health Department has an online portal to request proof of immunizations.
Trump to pardon women's suffrage leader Susan B. Anthony
President Donald Trump says he'll pardon Susan B. Anthony who was arrested for voting in 1872 in violation of laws permitting only men to vote.
TDOT, TDEC seeing 'massive increase' in PPE litter
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - The use of personal protective equipment is encouraged and in some cases required for folks to wear. But, after they're used it seems they're not being thrown away properly. "The Department of Transportation and TDEC…
Chattanooga Christian's Covid-19 plans
"They are wearing a mask and have 6 feet of physical distance around them.."
Two more shootings tonight in Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Chattanooga Police are investigating two more shootings tonight. The most recent happened at a gas station and convenience mart on Fourth Avenue around 9:20 PM. Police say it was reported as a person shot, but they have…
City Rec Centers are part of the buildings closed during the pandemic
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - All city buildings including recreation centers are closed in Chattanooga. Many families in the city rely on these centers while school is in session. The city's data experts believe it's too high of a risk to allow…
Sen. Mike Bell explains the Covid lawsuit protection bill he sponsored
"It's important to make sure that our businesses can reopen without the burden of frivolous lawsuits."
Returning UTC students today reflect on Covid-19 exposures
"I believe partying is not what you should do right now."
COVID-19, not championships, hot topic at SEC practices
Also the SEC just posted the official fall schedule.
Soddy Elementary thinking outside the box for alternative learning spaces
SODDY DAISY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Teachers at Soddy Elementary are finding new ways to get students out of the classrooms, without stopping the learning. "It's wonderful to know that there is a de-stress zone," STEM teacher Julia Phillips said. Thanks…
In Georgia, a strange return to college for some students
ATLANTA (AP) — Students at Georgia Tech and five other Georgia public universities are returning to class on much-altered campuses Monday. With many classes meeting online, there are only trickles of students in some places. Some students and professors are…
NAACP vs. Gov. Bill Lee
Senate Bill 8005 could mean harsher penalties for demonstrators in the State of Tennessee.