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.
Victims identified in Battlefield Parkway crash from Friday
Both of the fatalities were in a Chevy HHR that was hit head on by a pickup.
TECH BYTE: Helping Kids Learn from Home
Let's look at how you can use tech to help your kids learn better from home.
Tennessee police fatally shoot man armed with knives
Police fatally shot a Tennessee man who went toward officers while armed with two knives.
State Representative Mike Carter In ICU for COVID-19
State Representative Mike Carter is in the Intensive Care Unit at Erlanger Hospital with COVID-19.
Police Investigating Three Separate Shootings Sunday
Chattanooga Police are investigating three separate shootings Sunday.
Sunday afternoon shooting on HWY 58
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Chattanooga police are investigating a shooting that happened Sunday afternoon. The incident took place at the Speedway on Highway 58 around 3:30 P.M. According to CPD, one man was shot and is suffering from non-life-threatening injuries. Chattanooga…
Another COVID-19 exposure at UTC
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- UTC and the health department are warning of another possible COVID-19 exposure. UTC & @HamiltonHealth are collaborating in contact tracing to identify people possibly exposed to COVID-19 through interaction with members of Delta Zeta Sorority starting Aug…
Saturday night fire on Missionary Ridge
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Chattanooga Fire Department is investigating a fire that happened on Missionary Ridge Saturday night. According to CFD, there was heavy smoke coming from the house on South Crest Road. [su_gmap width="700" height="700" address="South Crest Road" zoom="15"]…