The Great American Divide, Pt. 4: Possible Solutions
Is there a way to bring the parties back together as in a time when there was more bipartisan effort? Bill Priestley asks our experts how they would close the Great American Divide.
Experts give tips on avoiding scams when donating to tornado victims
As people in our area give to tornado victims, the Better Business Bureau has tips on how to donate.
New Life Job Fair
The American Best Job Center offered a job fair for former convicts or anyone dealing with legal trouble.
Hamilton County Preparations for COVID-19 Outbreak
Local partners are collaborating on a constant basis, updating their emergency plans to fit the COVID-19 outbreak specifically.
The Tennessee Aquarium opens turtle exhibit
Chattanooga, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Tennessee Aquarium has partnered up with the American Zoo Association to start a turtle conservation project. The Aquarium raises these turtles from the time they hatch until they can be moved to larger facilities. Many…
Locals schools getting prepared for tornado season
BRADLEY COUNTY, TN (WDEF) - March through May is considered to be prime Tornado season for southern states. Nashville was struck right at the very beginning of the season. So, how prepared are local schools? Are they doing tornado drills?…
House GOP seeks more health coverage for mothers after birth
ATLANTA (AP) — A top Georgia legislative leader is throwing his support behind a plan to lengthen health insurance for mothers of newborns. House Speaker David Ralston says he's trying to cut Georgia's high rate of mothers dying after birth.…
CHI Memorial lands naming rights for Red Wolves stadium
They hope to open it for the season debut in April.
Taylor Swift donates $1 million to Tennessee tornado relief
Taylor Swift is donating $1 million to tornado relief efforts in Middle Tennessee, where deadly storms ravaged counties this week, including in Nashville.
Chattanooga sending public works crews to tornado zone
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - 10 Public Works crew member are on their way to help with brush and debris removal after deadly tornadoes killed at least 24 people and destroyed multiple neighborhoods. This crew will be heading to Mount Juliet to…
Troy Cox State Farm taking tornado donations
You've got til 5 PM today to donate items that will be delivered to Putnam County on Friday.
Kenneth Arnold sentenced on child sex convictions
The victim was under the age of 13.
Warren ends 2020 presidential bid after Super Tuesday rout
Elizabeth Warren has ended her Democratic presidential bid after a disappointing finish in Super Tuesday states.
First Coronavirus Case Found in Tennessee
The first case of the coronavirus in Tennessee confirmed by TN. Gov. Bill Lee.
Hamilton County plans for new vocational school
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Hamilton County could be the destination for a brand new vocational school. It's been 10 months in the making. Now, Hamilton County Mayor Jim Coppinger says the plan is 90 percent ready to present to the…
Putnam County/Cookeville tornado update
Missing list down to just one name, NWS says the Putnam tornado hit EF 4 power
Trump attacks Sessions ahead of primary runoff for US Senate
Former Senator faces Tommy Tubberville on March 31st
Deputies arrest northeast Alabama murder suspect
SCOTTSBORO, Alabama (WDEF) - Investigators have arrested a suspect in the death of a man in Jackson County. The body of Charles David McEwen was found behind a home on Jackson County road 140 in the Estillfork community on Sunday…
The Great American Divide, Pt. 3: The Media
As we continue to take a look at the Great American political divide, a lot of focus tends to get put on the media.
South Carolina man killed in northwest Georgia crash
He lost control in a curve and hit a tree.
Salvation Army Chattanooga helps with Nashville tornado aftermath
People with the Salvation Army in Chattanooga have been asked to go to Nashville to help with the aftermath of the tornado.
College student falls out of moving SUV on Foothills Parkway
GATLINBURG, Tennessee (WDEF) - A Maryville College student has died after falling out of a moving vehicle on the Foothills Parkway. It happened last night around 10:30 inside the national park. 18 year old Maiah Reilich-Godino from Maine was sitting…
Grundy County Sheriff's Office holds donation drive for tornado victims
The Grundy County Sheriff's Office is doing its part to help people in Putnam County who were impacted by the deadly tornado.
Usher donates funds to provide local students with musical instruments
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - An international artist is paying tribute to his musical roots in Chattanooga. Today the Hamilton County school system announced a donation from Usher's Community education fund and the Little Kids Rock program. The money will provide music…