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…
First immigrant in ICE custody tests positive for coronavirus
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on Tuesday revealed the first confirmed case of coronavirus among the tens of thousands of immigrants in its custody across the country. A Mexican immigrant held in New Jersey tested positive for the virus, officials…
UTC, Hamilton County Schools host virtual band
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- The UTC Performing Arts department is finding new ways to get musicians together, while still practicing social distancing. Dr. Kenyon Wilson is partnering with the Hamilton County School District to host a virtual band. However,…
Coronavirus Impacts the Homeless
Because of the coronavirus pandemic and social distancing, the homeless can’t stay in organized shelters or receive the help they need in large groups.
Priest dies of coronavirus after giving up his ventilator
The global coronavirus pandemic is forcing doctors and nurses to make agonizing decisions of who lives and who dies. It is the toughest and most heartbreaking decision a person could ever have to make. Infected with COVID-19, that is exactly…
Great Smoky Mountains one of 3 popular national parks closing gates
They got around 30,000 visitors last week which crowded some sites in the park.
Residents of 3rd largest county in U.S. ordered to stay home
Houston, Texas, and surrounding Harris County, have issued a stay at home order that goes into effect Wednesday. The order will stay in effect until at least April 3, Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo said at a press conference Tuesday.…
Secret Service incurred more than $950,000 in expenses for Trump Scotland resort visit
The Secret Service incurred more than $950,000 in expenses during President Trump's July 2018 visit to his Trump Turnberry Resort in Scotland, according to a new report from the the Department of Homeland Security Office of Inspector General. That includes…
Smokies closing for 2 weeks to help stop COVID-19 spread
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is shutting down for two weeks in an effort help stop the spread of the new coronavirus.
Tokyo Olympics officially postponed until 2021
The Tokyo Olympics have been officially postponed until 2021.
Ways to keep your child's mind learning while still having fun
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) - It's been almost 2 weeks since spring break. That means that classes are picking back up for many students in our area. With school being so different right now, learning can be stressful for both the…
Man dies after taking drug touted by Trump as virus treatment
A Phoenix-area man has died and his wife was in critical condition after the couple took chloroquine phosphate, CBS affiliate KPHO reported. The additive used to clean fish tanks that is also found in an anti-malaria medication that's been touted…
Texas pol bashed over comments on grandparents dying, virus, economy
Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick is facing a backlash after saying he'd be willing to die to restart the American economy amid the coronavirus pandemic — and he thinks other grandparents would, as well. Patrick said on Fox News Monday night…
Shortage of possible coronavirus treatment puts others at risk
Los Angeles — There has been a rush on medications that many hope can treat coronavirus. That means those drugs are now in short supply. Patients who count on them to treat other conditions may not have access. Struggling to…
U.S. postpones "Remain in Mexico" hearings due to coronavirus
Citing the global response to the coronavirus pandemic, the Trump administration on Monday moved to postpone all court hearings for the thousands of asylum-seekers it has returned to Mexico. The Justice Department said hearings for migrants in the so-called "Remain…
How do you tell the difference between allergies and COVID-19?
"Despite the COVID the pollen is going to be out and it's going to be peaking and it's going to get bad."
Governor Lee talks about facemasks, dentists and when we go back to school
He explains his reluctance to order mass closings.