A new data projection of the U.S's best-case coronavirus scenario, where 20% of adults are infected over 18 months, paints a picture of strained hospitals operating at 95% capacity. The very worst-case scenario, with 60% infected over a six-month span,…
Joe Biden's sweeping victories in Florida, Illinois and Arizona are building his delegate lead over rival Bernie Sanders in the Democratic presidential race.
The U.S. and Canada have agreed to temporarily close their shared border to nonessential travel.
A 5.7-magnitude earthquake struck near Magna, Utah, Wednesday morning, according to the United States Geological Survey. It was felt across Salt Lake County and in Ogden, CBS affiliate KUTV reports. People have reported feeling the shake in Wyoming, the station…
As hospitals across the U.S. brace for a surge in patients, health care workers say the protective measures taken over the next few weeks will be critical, according to CBS News' Carter Evans. Some government leaders worry the coronavirus pandemic…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) - There were empty tables and booths at Lupi's Pizza Tuesday afternoon. The downtown Chattanooga restaurant has closed their dining rooms and are focusing on carry out and curbside pick-up only. "You can come in and order…
"the toilet paper thing, I can't really understand."
DALTON, Georgia (WDEF) - Hamilton Medical Center is reporting their first COVID-19 case. The test came back positive today. This is the first case in Dalton, our five county region in northwest Georgia and just the second case in our…
The novel coronavirus is expected to put the U.S. economy into a deep freeze, but it's heating up an industry that was struggling just a few months ago: guns. Kurt Green, manager of Staudt's Gun Shop in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, said his…
Washington — Attorney General William Barr vowed in an interview with The Associated Press on Tuesday that there would be swift and severe action if a foreign government is behind disinformation campaigns aimed at spreading fear in the U.S. amid…
Chattanooga families have one less meal to worry about thanks to one special program.
The coronavirus isn't just impacting those cruising, but those who work for the cruise industry, as well.
Amazon is asking third-party sellers to stop shipping most goods to its warehouses as the online retailer grapples with a coronavirus-fueled surge in demand for medical supplies and household products. The ecommerce company told sellers in a note on Tuesday that…
Hamilton County Schools are making sure students have access to the right resources while they are home.
It's the age of social distancing people around the nation are either preventing illness or avoiding getting others sick.
BLUE RIDGE, Georgia (WDEF) - A North Georgia man faces a host of charges after a deadly crash over the weekend that killed a two year old boy. Georgia State Patrol investigators say a Ford Super Duty Truck rear-ended a…
A 1st grade teacher is doing all she can to help her students succeed. Her passion and dedication have earned her this week's Golden Apple Award.
Some young authors are showing off their writing skills, and now have their own published books.
DALTON, Georgia (WDEF) - Officials believe lightning from last night's thunderstorms in northwest Georgia ignited at least one house fire. They were called to a home on Harvest Way near Varnell in Whitfield County for a lightning strike. By the…
ABINGDON, Virginia (WDEF) - The Food City grocery chain announces plans to hire 2,500 new associates for all their stores. They are offering both full time and part time work in customer service and food service. The jobs include Cashiers,…
Washington — The White House and Congress moved quickly to craft the parameters of a massive stimulus bill to prop up the economy in response to the coronavirus crisis on Tuesday, with Senate Republicans taking the lead on a package that…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Parkridge Medical Center, Parkridge East Hospital, Parkridge West Hospital and all Parkridge Valley Hospital locations are restricting visitors for patients. They will allow one visitor in the following cases: Spouse/partner/relative of patient being treated Spouse/partner of a…
SODDY-DAISY, Tennessee (WDEF) - Hamilton County Sheriff's officials have identified the body found Monday in some woods near Soddy Daisy. The victim was 30 year old Kristopher Shane Lancaster from Soddy Daisy. The Medical Examiner has not determined a cause…
NATIONAL 4,226 cases, 75 deaths, in 49 states TENNESSEE 73 cases, 1 in Hamilton County, none in our outlying counties. 2/3 of the cases are in the age range of 18-49. GEORGIA 146 Cases, 1 death, closest cases in Gordon…