Skyuka Hall online learning
As teachers prepare online lesson plans, one school is doing its part to help kids who might need some extra attention.
The SimCenter is offering computer resources for COVID-19 solutions
"We're a think tank that brings together the right resources."
Pastor arrested for violating rules amid virus outbreak
A Florida sheriff sought an arrest warrant for the pastor of a megachurch after officials said he held a service with hundreds of people.
Health officials say we aren't social distancing enough as cases rise
Two more positive cases today, one more death.
Ironman and Chattanooga Symphony schedule the latest virus victims
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - The Coronavirus is pushing back more events this spring. Organizers have decided to postpone the 2020 Sunbelt Baker Ironman 70.3 which was scheduled for Chattanooga on May 17th. They have a new date of August 23rd. "In…
EPB Providing WiFi HotSpots for Hamilton County Students
Hamilton county students can access new free WiFi hotspots at 27 new locations provided by EPB.
TECH BYTE: Use Smartphone Apps for Food Delivery
Let's look at some smartphone apps that can help you get food delivered.
Free virtual gym class for kids
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Dawn Thelen owns Stretch Fitness and she was forced to close her doors because of the Coronavirus. But now, she has taken her talents online. Thelen hosts online bootcamps and virtual training sessions. But most importantly,…
Rainbow Lake Trail Closed
SIGNAL MOUNTAIN, Tenn. (WDEF)- Signal Mountain Police chief Mike Williams closed the Rainbow Lake trail today. The trail will be closed at both Signal Point as well as the trail head on Ohio. According to Williams, officers will be posted…
Straight line winds leave a messy clean up in Rhea County
SPRING CITY, Tenn. (WDEF)- Saturday night thunderstorms and 80 to 90 mile per hour straight line winds ripped through Rhea County. This morning, citizens woke up to an unbelievable sight. For hours, residents, neighbors and loved ones cleaned up trees…
Trump extends stay-at-home guidelines for another 30 days
President Donald Trump is extending federal guidelines recommending people stay home and away from one another for another 30 days as the coronavirus continues to spread across the country.
Tornado tears through Arkansas college town, with 6 hurt
Officials in Arkansas say a tornado ripped through the northeast part of the state and hurt six people in the college town of Jonesboro.
Fauci warns U.S. will have “millions of cases” of COVID-19 and more than 100,000 deaths
The U.S. government's foremost infection disease expert, Dr. Anthony Fauci, says the U.S. will certainly have “millions of cases” of COVID-19 and more than 100,000 deaths.
US COVID deaths double in 2 days, topping 2,000
Confirmed coronavirus-related deaths in the United States doubled in two days, surpassing 2,000 Saturday.
U.S. Navy hospital ship heading to NYC for coronavirus aid
A 1,000-bed U.S. Navy hospital ship is being rushed back into service to provide medical help to New York City.
Investigator arrest 21 year old suspect in string of fires across Hamilton County
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Hamilton County investigators have charged a suspect in a rash of fires across the northern part of the county last fall. 21 year old Jacob Price McNamara faces 11 counts of arson and 3 counts of reckless…
Chattanooga State loaning out ventilators
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - The Nursing and Allied Health Department at Chattanooga State has decided to loan out some badly needed medical supplies. They are sending ventilators to Erlanger's Respiratory Care. “I contacted the area sales representatives of the ventilator companies…
9 Year old sets up a prayer wall for her neighborhood
LAFAYETTE, Georgia (WDEF) - A nine year old from Walker County has set up a prayer wall outside of her fence. Bekah Birdsall has the details. 9 year old, Chyanne Martin from Walker County set up a prayer wall outside…
'Two Broke Bartenders and a Truck' expands to Chattanooga, helps locals impacted by coronavirus closures
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - It’s a new start-up that started in Memphis by some restaurant owners. “After COVID and everything they were forced to shutdown so they came up with another business model just about getting like all of their…
Walker County takes cleaning supply donations for medical workers
ROCK SPRING, Georgia (WDEF) - The Walker County Civic center hosted a "help for the healthworkers" drive in Rock Spring, Georgia today. It's to collect disinfectant items for hospitals in the area that desperately need them. A drive through was…
Cleveland program is now sewing protective face masks
CLEVELAND, Tennessee (WDEF) - A Cleveland non-profit is sharing their gift of sewing with the world. Group members are making face masks for those in need daily. News 12's Taylor Bishop tells us how the company is delivering masks all…
Advice on dealing with debt during crisis
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - People suffering financial setbacks can get help before going drastically into debt. Mortgage and financial experts suggest having your credit service explain every possible option you can take to relieve your current payments. Many vehicle and mortgage…
Patients at a Gallatin nursing home being moved out after COVID-19 cases
UPDATE: Officials now say 19 patients were moved, some of them have tested positive for COVID-19. More patients may need to be moved pending test results. "This spread in this one facility is indicative of the seriousness of this virus…
Tennessee gov expects 'significant' unemployment pay boost
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee says he expects a “significant increase” to unemployment payout amounts for people out of work due to the coronavirus pandemic because of congressional legislation. Lee told reporters Friday he doesn't know the…
