Southern Adventist University Nursing Program Donates Supplies to Area Hospitals
Southern Adventist University’s School of Nursing donated personal protective equipment to two local hospitals.
Health Dept.: Two Die from COVID-19 in Hamilton Co.
The health department is reporting its first COVID-19 related deaths in Hamilton County.
Lee University Student Tests Positive for COVID-19
A female student at Lee University tested positive for the coronavirus COVID-19.
Jfest Postponed to August 1st
Chattanooga, TN - Jfest is being postponed until August 1st. All wristbands, Fanatic packages, vendor fees, parking passes, and sponsorships will be honored on the new date. For more information or to purchase wristbands, visit jfest.com.
1,700 Los Angeles inmates released in response to outbreak
Approximately 1,700 inmates have been released from Los Angeles County jails in response to the coronavirus outbreak, the local sheriff's office announced Tuesday, reducing the inmate population by 10%. So far, no one in the county's jail system has tested…
Ways to keep your kid in shape while sports aren't happening
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) - This is normally the time that spring sports kick off but for now, everything has been put on hold. Health experts say this shouldn't stop you and your kids from getting your reps in and some…
Baylor School To Develop Quicker Test for COVID-19
The Hamilton County Commission passed a resolution this morning that would grant one point five million dollars to researchers at the Baylor School to produce a faster testing method for COVID19.
Britain's Prince Charles tests positive for new coronavirus
By JILL LAWLESS and DANICA KIRKA Associated Press LONDON (AP) - Prince Charles, the heir to the British throne, has tested positive for the new coronavirus. The prince's Clarence House office says the 71-year-old is showing mild symptoms of COVID-19…
Ford recalls 268K cars in North America to fix door latches
DETROIT (AP) - Ford is recalling more than 268,000 cars in North America to fix doors that could open unexpectedly or may not close. The recall covers the 2014 through 2016 Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ, and the 2014 and…
Inside New York ERs: "Like sending a soldier into war"
A "cacophony of coughing" in packed emergency rooms. Beds squeezed in wherever there is space. Overworked, sleep-deprived doctors and nurses rationed to one face mask a day and wracked by worry about a dwindling number of available ventilators. Such is…
Coronavirus updates: Senate, White House reach $2 trillion aid deal
The White House and Senate leaders of both parties have agreed on sweeping $2 trillion package to aid workers, businesses and a health care system severely strained by the quickly growing coronavirus outbreak. The agreement came after days of often intense…
Couple from Italy in Chattanooga give perspective on coronavirus situation
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - Like most people, Peppo and Jane Biscarini probably had no idea just how severe the spread of coronavirus was going to get when they decided to leave home in southern Italy to come to Chattanooga. “We…
Doctors plead with Tennessee governor for stay-at-home order
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Doctors across Tennessee are pleading with Gov. Bill Lee to take stronger action to prevent the spread of the new coronavirus. Dr. Aaron Milstone warned on a webinair Tuesday that without action, tens of thousands of…
Ivey: No plans for a statewide shelter in place order
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey said she has no plans to issue a statewide “shelter in place" order to combat the new coronavirus. Citing economic concerns, Ivey signaled a reluctance to join the states, including New York,…
Deputies self-quarantine after Marion Murder Arrest
Suspect who turned himself in to Alabama police say he was exposed to a COVID-19 victim.
Tuesday COVID-19 case count
On Tuesday, we add the first cases in Grundy and Fannin County, plus seven new cases in Chattanooga area.
Tennessean Stranded in Slovakia During Coronavirus Threat
The coronavirus outbreak is making it difficult for one Tennessean traveling overseas, to make it back to the U.S.
Golden Apple: Ginny Johnson
A Dalton Middle School teacher uses her love of teaching to connect with her students. Her dedication has earned her this week's Golden Apple Award.
Starbucks will pay all workers for 30 days — even if they stay home
As the coronavirus pandemic intensifies across the U.S., many restaurants and cafes have switched to drive-thru, delivery and take-out only systems — but still, some workers feel uncomfortable putting their health at risk to come to work. This week, Starbucks…
Updates on when schools and businesses will reopen
Gov. plans to reopen Tennessee schools on Monday , April 27th.
Barbers, stylists hoping to be back open soon
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Hair and nail salons are shutting down in Chattanooga, to try and stop the spread of the Coronavirus. "I think there's no other way," said Rob Brown, owner of Town & Country Barber Shop and Salon.…
Health officials say coronavirus now community spreading
Cases climb to 15 and officials can no longer trace the source of infection for the newer cases.
Elderly left dead in some Spanish care homes
The Spanish army has been called in to help disinfect care homes in the country, and during some of their visits, they found morbid scenes, BBC News reports. Spanish Defense Minister Margarita Robles said the military "found some older people…
New York may split ventilators between two patients
Health officials in New York are experimenting with the possibility of having two patients share one ventilator as the coronavirus pandemic has caused widespread shortages of the machine, Governor Andrew Cuomo announced in a press briefing Tuesday morning. Cuomo emphasized the…