A COVID-19 announcement for Northwest Georgia
Even though we don't have case in our counties yet, it is already here.
TSA announces a screener at Atlanta's airport has COVID-19
ATLANTA, Georgia (WDEF) - The TSA announces that an airport screener has tested positive for COVID-19 at the Hartsfield-Jackson Airport in Atlanta. Their last day on the job was March 7th, a week ago last Saturday. They could have exposed…
Chattanooga firefighters in self-quarantine
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - The Chattanooga Fire Department is down several firefighters who have been exposed to people with COVID-19 symptoms. The Department says some are in isolation and others are under self-quarantine. But all fire stations remain in business. "Right…
Monday's Coronavirus cases update by state
Here is the Monday breakdown of new Coronavirus cases in the states in our region: Here is today's interactive map. TENNESSEE 52 cases, 0 deaths, still 1 in Hamilton County Hamilton County schools extending off time thru April 13. All…
AP Exclusive: Coronavirus vaccine test opens with 1st doses
U.S. researchers have given a healthy volunteer the first shot of an experimental coronavirus vaccine as anxiously awaited testing opens.
Hamilton County Schools out until April 13th
Hamilton County Schools will remain closed until April 13th, with the uncertainty over the coronavirus.
News 12's Joeli Poole Self Quarantining After Cruise
News 12 Now's Joeli Poole is self quarantined for 14 days after going on a cruise that left the country.
Governor Lee Urges All Tennessee Schools to Close
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee is urging all Tennessee schools to close to the end of the month.
Tennessee offering food, financial help to tornado victims
Tennesseans affected by the massive tornadoes that ripped through the state earlier this month will soon be able to apply for emergency federal benefits.
NYC limiting restaurants and bars to takeout due to coronavirus
New York City this week will shut down all theaters, nightclubs and concert venues due to coronavirus, and all dining establishments will become take-out and delivery only, the mayor announced Sunday night. The changes begin 9 a.m. Tuesday. "This is…
Fed cuts interest rates to near zero to fight coronavirus impact
The Federal Reserve took emergency action Sunday and slashed its benchmark interest rate by a full percentage point to nearly zero to try to offset the economic impact of the coronavirus outbreak. In another move to boost growth, the central…
Biden commits to picking a woman running mate
Joe Biden on Sunday committed to picking a woman running mate if he is the Democratic presidential nominee. Biden made the statement during the Democratic debate in Washington, D.C. "I commit that I will in fact pick a woman to…
Chick-fil-A closes dining room seating due to Coronavirus impact
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) - The fast food chain, Chick-fil-A is closing the dining room seating in all their restaurants. The chain announced this decision on their Facebook page early Monday morning. The post says they are doing this to limit…
TECH BYTE: Machine Takes More In-Depth Eye Screenings
Let's look at one machine that's making your trip to the eye doctor less daunting.
Bea's Restaurant Closes Dining Area
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- A long standing Chattanooga restaurant has decided to follow the CDC's recommendations for social distancing. Bea's Restaurant has been open for 70 years. They have been serving Chattanooga and North Georgia since they day they opened. Owner…
Stock markets reeling after Fed's emergency coronavirus cuts
Global stock markets are sliding after the Federal Reserve cut its benchmark interest rate to near zero Sunday evening to help blunt the economic damage from the fast-spreading novel coronavirus. Fed Chairman Jerome Powell called the actions "strong measures," but the…
Trump says he's "strongly considering" pardon for Michael Flynn
Washington — President Trump said Sunday he is "strongly considering" granting a pardon to Michael Flynn, his former national security adviser who pleaded guilty to lying to the FBI more than two years ago. "So now it is reported that,…
Apple closes all stores outside China over coronavirus
Apple CEO Tim Cook announced Monday that the company is closing all of its stores outside China for two weeks amid the coronavirus pandemic. Stores in China will now reopen. "In our workplaces and communities, we must do all we…
Rocket attack hits base housing American troops, Iraq officials say
A barrage of rockets hit a base housing U.S. and other coalition troops north of Baghdad, Iraqi security officials said Saturday. The attack occurred just days after a similar attack killed three servicemen, including two Americans. At least two Iraqi…
Coronavirus updates: Chaos at U.S. airports as screenings cause delays
As weary travelers returned to the U.S. amid coronavirus-related travel restrictions, they were greeted with packed, hourslong waits for required medical screenings at airports. Posts on social media indicated passengers at Chicago's O'Hare International Airport waited upward of four hours…
Trump tests negative for coronavirus, doctor says
President Trump's doctor said Saturday the president had tested negative for coronavirus. Mr. Trump said at a press conference earlier in the day that he had been tested Friday. "I also took the test last night. I decided I should…
Athens city schools join list of closures
ATHENS, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Starting Monday morning, Athens city schools in McMinn County will be closed due to the Coronavirus. The schools will remain closed through Spring Break, which is scheduled for March 23-27.
Whitfield County schools close for three weeks
WHITFIELD COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) -- Despite Friday's original plans to remain open, Whitfield County schools will be closed beginning Monday, March 16 through the already scheduled Spring Break. In a press release, Whitfield County officials say the decision was made…
Possible Coronavirus Exposure at the Chattanooga Bar Association Meeting
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- According to the Hamilton County Health Department, if you attended a Chattanooga Bar Association Meeting held at the Hamilton County Court House on February 28, 2020, and the Hamilton County Health Department has not contacted you then,…