Pastor says his church is reaching more people online now than in church
"What the enemy means for evil, God means for the good."
Winchester Police shoot suspect during fight
WINCHESTER, Tennessee (WDEF) - The TBI has been requested to investigate the shooting of a suspect in Winchester on Thursday night. City police got a call about a domestic disturbance at South College Street around 10 PM. TBI officials say…
Community Kitchen needs supplies to keep serving 700 meals
"we're boxing the meals up in a sterile environment and then serving them as carryout meals."
Chattanooga nurse helping fight COVID-19 locally & globally
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) - Health care workers all over the country are working tirelessly to help put an end to the Coronavirus Pandemic. One chattanooga nurse is not only helping fight the disease in our area but also globally. “Just follow…
Worldwide deaths from the coronavirus hit 100,000
The worldwide death toll from the coronavirus has hit 100,000, according to the running tally kept by Johns Hopkins University.
Apple, Google to adapt phones for virus infection tracking
Apple and Google launched a major joint effort to leverage smartphone technology to contain the COVID-19 pandemic.
White House says no 'surprise' bills for COVID-19 patients
The White House says hospitals taking money from the $2 trillion stimulus bill will have to agree not to send “surprise” medical bills to patients treated for COVID-19.
Man arrested after shooting death of Indianapolis officer
Indianapolis police say a man has been arrested in connection with the shooting death of an officer on a domestic violence call.
Thursday Covid-19 Cases
TENNESSEE VALLEY 237 cases in coverage area (16 counties) - 8 new 160 cases in neighbors (12 counties) - 11 new 22 deaths in region (both coverage & neighbors) - 2 new deaths in Hamilton & Jackson counties TENNESSEE 4,634…
Construction companies 'Stand Down' to show COVID-19 safety
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - L Squared Construction was one of several construction companies that took a break Thursday to go over COVID-19 safety measures. It was part of an effort called "Safety Stand Down" where Associated General Contractors (AGC) members…
16 month old boy hit and killed by vehicle
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - A child was killed this evening after being hit by a vehicle in East Lake. It happened before 8 PM in the 3600 block of 3rd Avenue. The 16 month old boy was taken to the hospital…
Mayfield reports these are tough times for dairies, too
"What we've lost in the school business seems to have moved to the grocery store"
Why are breakups going up during isolation?
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Tennessee leads the nation when it comes to breakups because of the Coronavirus. That comes from a recent study conducted by ForeverMoments.com. News 12 talked with the President and CEO of the nonprofit organization, First Things First.…
Volkswagen putting Chattanooga workers on furlough
Volkswagen expects the furlough to last no more than 4 weeks.
Trump criticizes TVA president, says pay is too high
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — President Donald Trump took a swipe at the compensation of the Tennessee Valley Authority’s president, suggesting the executive's pay was too high. The president, who appoints the TVA's board, was asked a question at his daily…
Tennessee seeing 'unprecedented' spike in unemployment
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Jobless numbers are up to 16.8 million nationwide after another 6.6 million Americans filed for unemployment last week. According to the Tennessee Department of Labor, more than 250,000 Tennesseans have claimed unemployment in the last…
Georgia postpones Primary Election again
“This decision allows our office and county election officials to continue to put in place contingency plans "
Liberty University pressing charges against journalists
Liberty University in Virginia is pressing trespassing charges against two journalists who worked on stories questioning the evangelical college's decision to remain partially open during the coronavirus epidemic.
Lee University reports a total of 4 Covid-19 positive tests
CLEVELAND, Tennessee (WDEF) - Lee University President Dr. Paul Conn says his community now has 4 positive tests after three new ones. They include two more students and a faculty member. The University still has 55 dormitory students on campus.…
Qualifying Child Care can get emergency funds now
"50% of child care programs nationwide will close permanently due to COVID-19"
Local Company producing face shields to help healthcare workers
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) - Normally, At this time of the year, paperboard packaging company, Southern Champion Tray, would be gearing up for baseball season making food trays and boxes. But due to COVID-19, they have decided to do their part in…
Tornado or virus? Pandemic means tough sheltering decisions
By JAY REEVES Associated Press TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) - Each day brings the United States closer to peak severe weather season, and Tornado Alley residents are faced with a question: Is it better to take on a twister outside a…
1 new death in Hamilton County due to Coronavirus
Health Department leaders in Hamilton County report one new death, and one new case of COVID-19 in the county.
Storms packing high winds cause damage in Indiana, Arkansas
Severe storms with high winds, hail and possible tornadoes swept across the Midwest and caused damage to dozens of homes and businesses in parts of Indiana and Arkansas.