Mayor Andy Berke Declares State of Emergency for Chattanooga
Chattanooga Mayor Andy Berke announced a state of emergency for the city of Chattanooga.
Hamilton County officials hold press conference on Coronavirus
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) - Amid Coronavirus concerns, Hamilton County Mayor Jim Coppinger held a press conference Thursday afternoon and said so far in the county there have been no cases. "I get calls constantly of people saying I hear…
First Responder Award: Walker Co. Fire & Rescue
LAFAYETTE, Georgia (WDEF) - We're doing something a little different tonight on our First Responder segment. Instead of saluting an individual law enforcement officer, firefighter, or EMS professional, we are featuring an agency. The folks at Walker County Fire and…
Churches take preventative measures against coronavirus
Churches in Chattanooga are keeping an eye on the coronavirus and have plans in place.
Chattanooga Airport & Coronavirus
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - The Chattanooga Airport is telling flyers that they will remain open for business despite Coronavirus concerns. A post this afternoon says officials are following FAA, CDC and WHO guidelines for travelers. And their staff will spend more…
Latest Coronavirus Updates
Here is a look at the latest Coronavirus news: Tennessee reports 18 cases in the state, 0 deaths. Two are in eastern Tennessee.. one a piece in the Knoxville and Tri-Cities areas. One test in Hamilton County came back negative.…
Lee University Extends Spring Break
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) - Lee University is also taking precautionary measures against the Coronavirus. Students at the university have been on spring break all this week. As of today, students will not resume classes until Monday March 30th. Lee University…
What we learned from the Hamilton Co. Coronavirus Update
Updates on local cases, schools, hospitals and what we should do to be prepared
Chattanooga State Extending Spring Break
Chattanooga State is extending students' spring break through March 22 in the midst of coronavirus.
Baylor Suspends On-Campus Classes and Moves to Distance Learning
Baylor School will be suspending on-campus classes at the end of the academic day on Friday, March 13.
Hamilton County Schools Closing Beginning Monday
Hamilton County Schools announced that they will close for two weeks starting Monday, March 16.
NHL pauses 2019-2020 hockey season due to coronavirus
The NHL decided to pause the 2019-2020 regular season due to the concerns of the coronavirus.
East Ridge Court Limiting Cases Due to Coronavirus
The city of East Ridge Municipal Court stated in a press release Thursday that they "will only hear custody cases and cases otherwise necessary to be heard."
Georgia Announces First Death from Coronavirus
67-year-old man is Georgia's first death from coronavirus.
SEC Cancels Championship Tournament
The Southeastern Conference has canceled the remainder of the 2020 Men's Basketball tournament.
Tennessee governor declares emergency over coronavirus
Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee has declared a state of emergency to help the state address the spread of the new coronavirus.
Firefighter pulls boy from burning home in East Brainerd
"At this point we don't know much more other than they are at the hospital receiving treatment that they need."
Tennessee Universities shutting down classes for Coronavirus
Vanderbilt is kicking out dorm students and going online for the rest of the semester.
Lee University impacted by NCAA tournament decision
Fans will not be allowed at the D2 women's basketball games this weekend
UTC cancelling face to face classes over Coronavirus concerns
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - UTC has decided to suspend face-to-face classes after Spring Break due to Cornonavirus concerns. The university is closed this week for Spring Break. Next week, they will they will offer online course instruction. University officials hope to…
McCallie School cancels international trips due to coronavirus
McCallie School cancels international trips in the spring and summer due to coronavirus.
NCAA decides to ban fans from March Madness over Coronavirus
"This decision is in the best interest of public health, including that of coaches, administrators, fans and, most importantly, our student-athletes."
Father charged with killing his two month old son
MURPHY, North Carolina (WDEF) - A father has been arrested in Murphy, North Carolina for the death of his infant son. On Sunday, 9-1-1 was called about an injured child in the Cool Springs community. EMS workers reported the baby…
NCAA Basketball Tournament to Be Played Without Fans
Only essential staff, limited family attendance at championships including basketball tournaments.