A day in the life of a Contact Tracer during the Covid-19 pandemic
“Right now, most of the cases are zero contacts to two contacts.”
Is it a blip or a trend? Georgia records rash of new Covid-19 cases
1,232 cases in the last 24 hours
Grundy County authorities investigating rash of drug overdoses this week
"It's paramount that we identify what is taking place right now."
Groups sue to expand absentee voting in Tennessee amid virus
By JONATHAN MATTISE Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Several groups are suing the state of Tennessee to allow any voter to cast an absentee ballot this year due to worries that people might contract or unwittingly spread the coronavirus…
Local malls reopening, slowly
Hamilton Place and Northgate have limited stores and limited hours to begin with.
Acres of downed trees could become fire hazard
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Down the road from Holly Hills, one family can't find a way to clear his acres of downed trees. The Randles own land near 3720 Brock Road. Because of the steep terrain, the Randles haven't been…
Easter tornado broke house, not owner's faith
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- One tornado victim isn’t losing faith after her house was destroyed Easter night. "My youngest son asked me, 'Are we all about to die?'" Zundra Bailey said. "I told him, 'No, we shall live, and we…
Hamilton County reports "low prevalence of disease in our community"
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - As we head into another weekend of drive thru testing in Hamilton County, the local health department is happy about the numbers they are getting so far. Last weekend, the Riverfront Parkway Site conducted 1,377 tests. Only…
Governor issues new guidance for churches and worship centers
"We’re confident in their ability to determine the proper time and how to incorporate these guidelines to worship."
Cleveland High School Seniors start petition to push back graduation
CLEVELAND, Tenn (WDEF) - It’s the first day of May and normally high school seniors would be getting excited for graduation. But some local seniors are asking for administration to push the ceremony further back. Cleveland High School announced on Thursday…
Food City hand sanitizer made in Cleveland
ABINGTON, Virginia (WDEF) - If you've been looking for hand sanitizer, Food City is a good place to look. One of the subjects covered during an on-line news conference with Food City management yesterday was the shortage of some cleaning…
FDA allows emergency use of drug for coronavirus
U.S. regulators will allow emergency use of an experimental drug that appears to help some coronavirus patients recover faster.
Bass Anglers trucks set on fire while fishing
MEIGS COUNTY, Tenn (WDEF) - The warmer weather and sunny days are causing people to flock to the rivers and lakes again. As boaters and fishermen take to the water, their cars and trucks remain parked at their local boat ramp…
Canada bans assault-style weapons after shooting rampage
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says Canada is banning the use and trade of assault-style weapons immediately.
John Mercer's Obituary
There was nothing stuffy or formal about John Clarke Mercer, so his obituary won’t be either.
UT campuses proposing no tuition increases next year
The University of Tennessee campuses are proposing no tuition increases for the upcoming academic year.
TDOT Shifting Traffic On U.S. 27 South in Downtown Chattanooga Saturday
On Saturday, May 2, 2020, contract crews working on the U.S. 27 reconstruction project in downtown Chattanooga will shift U.S. 27 South traffic onto a new alignment between the Olgiati Bridge and I-24.
Addressing rising senior care facility Covid-19 cases
See Governor Lee and President Trump today at White House briefing
Tuftco employees making shields on their own time
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - A local manufacturing company is working to make face shields during the cornonavirus pandemic. Carpet industry Tuftco is finding new ways to use their machinery by making shields to help with social distancing during the pandemic. The…
Food City will require their employees to wear masks beginning Friday
Before, they just suggested.
Reopening businesses should flush their pipes
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Businesses around the Tennessee Valley are preparing to reopen on Friday. Tennessee American Water suggests that if yours has been closed for a while, then you should flush your pipes. The company says that lack of use…
Tennessee unemployment claims still high due to coronavirus
By ADRIAN SAINZ and KIMBERLEE KRUESI Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - The number of Tennessee residents who filed new unemployment claims last week topped 43,700, bringing the total number of requests for benefits to more than 435,000 since businesses…
Family vows to help rebuild community after tornado
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) -- It's been almost three weeks since a deadly EF3 tornado struck Hamilton County. Many houses have tarp covering holes -- while others await demolition. One Bill Reed Road family says they're ready to see their…
Meat Shortage Could Mean Higher Prices
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- First it was the toilet paper. Then, it was the Lysol and Clorox wipes. Now, the Coronavirus is causing another shortage for shoppers. Grocery stores across the country are experiencing meat shortages. Food City says they are…