Georgia passes new penny bill
ATLANTA, Georgia (WDEF) - Georgia lawmakers are dealing with the end of the penny. The House approved a bill on Thursday to round up or down bills when you pay with cash. That means if the $3.11 charge would be…
The Mississippi Department of Public Safety uncovers rare KKK artifacts in one of its offices
A notebook with meeting minutes and a ledger are among Ku Klux Klan-related items that the Mississippi state government uncovered while clearing out an office, offering new glimpses into the violent white supremacist group known for its secrecy and links…
5 killed after a train and a van collide in a train crossing in rural Mississippi
WIGGINS, Miss. (AP) — Five people were killed when a train and van collided in rural Mississippi, authorities said Friday. All five killed were in the van, Stone County Coroner Wayne Flurry said. The lone surviving van passenger, a 23-year-old…
Vols announce new mascot for upcoming football season
KNOXVILLE, Tennessee (WDEF) - There will be a new Smokey in town this fall for UT football. The University of Tennessee will officially introduce Smokey XII at the spring football game in a couple of weeks at Neyland Stadium. Smokey…
Red Tails part of the ground displays at Wings Over North Gerogia
ROME, Georgia (WDEF) - You won't have to always look up at Wings Over North Georgia. There will also be flying displays on the ground. One is a multi-faceted educational tribute to the Tuskegee Airmen of World War II. You…
How you can watch a Special Electon runoff debate on Sunday
ATLANTA, Georgia (WDEF) - Republican Clay Fuller and Democrat Shawn Harris will square off in a debate for the Special Election to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene in Congress. They are the two candidates to make it to the runoff on…
The Up and Down polical career of Cade Cothren has hit another low
NASHVILLE, Tennessee (WDEF) - The rollercoaster ride of Cade Cothren's career his hit another dip. Cothren was a powerful political broker for Republicans just a few years ago. He was the chief of staff for the Speaker of the House,…
Where the best doctors are
(WDEF) - How is our area for the number and quality of doctors? A new listing by WalletHub shows the southeast isn't on the best or worst list for states in the U.S. The best state is Montana while the…
Charges in gun trail from Atlanta to Maryland
ATLANTA (WDEF) - Federal prosecutors have filed charges against 3 individuals in an Atlanta to Maryland/Washington D.C. gun pipeline. Investigators say the defendants conspired to make faked firearm purchases in Georgia and then sold them up north. They tracked 68…
Should states ban sales tax on guns?
MONTGOMERY, Alabama (WDEF) - The pitch to create a tax free holiday for gun in Alabama is getting an odd twist. Alabama lawmakers are considering a bill to lift the sales tax on firearms, ammo and hunting gear on the weekend…
Scammers are using AI tools to mislead you
NASHVILLE (WDEF) - Tennessee officials warn consumers the scammers are not using AI to fool you. Specifically, the Department of Safety and Highway Patrol are warning about text messages you make get on unpaid traffic tickets. They say the messages…
Is part of the $248 million of unclaimed money yours?
NASHVILLE, Tennessee (WDEF) - The state Treasury Department is reminding us about all the unclaimed money and property in Tennessee. $248,000,000 just since July 1, 2025. You can go to ClaimIt.TN.gov to see if you can claim some of it.…
Tennessee lawmakers debate how or if to cut the grocery tax
NASHVILLE, Tennessee (WDEF) - Will this be the year that Tennessee lawmakers finally eliminate the sales tax on groceries? The idea has come up before, but never passed. Governor Lee temporarily suspended the tax during the inflation boom, but that…
Alabama governor commutes death sentence of inmate whose accomplice fired fatal shot
By KIM CHANDLER Associated Press Abstract: Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey has commuted the death sentence of a 75-year-old inmate who was set to be executed this week even though he was not in the building when the victim was killed.…
Special Election today in Northwest GA to pick Marjorie Taylor Greene replacement
ROME, Georgia (WDEF) - The special election in northwest Georgia arrives Tuesday. Voters in Catoosa, Chattooga, Dade, Murray, Walker and Whitfield counties will pick a successor to Marjorie Taylor Greene in Congress. There are 22 candidates in all on the ballot.…
Bill would require Charlie Kirk plaza at every Tennessee University
NASHVILLE (WDEF) - Tennessee lawmakers have proposed a bill to require all state universities to build a Charlie Kirk plaza to encourage free speech. The bill would require construction of a 40-by-40 plaza at 47 locations across Tennessee. Each courtyard would…
Target launches baby Boutique for Tennessee shoppers
(WDEF) - Target is revamping their baby shopping experience for parents. They are rolling out a new shop-in-shop experience in store and online this month, including six locations in Tennessee. Company officials say baby shopping has become more complicated and…
Crossville man charged after road rage incident with a gun
CROSSVILLE, Tennessee (WDEF) - Cumberland County investigators have charged a man with a shooting in a road rage case on Friday. The victims said a man in a white pickup with a trailer…
Davy Crockett historical pilgrimage from Tennessee to Texas
GREENEVILLE, Tennessee (WDEF) - A pilgrimage has begun from upper east Tennessee to south Texas. It is honoring the life of Davy Crockett from his birthplace to where he died at the Alamo. The David Crokett Birthplace State Park is…
Woman sentenced for stealing 8,000 Gift Cards from Home Depot
ATLANTA (WDEF) - A Georgia woman faces three years in prison for a major fraud against Home Depot. Prosecutors say Felecia Ingram stole more than $4 million in gift cards. She was a gift card sales associate for The Home…
Phone ban, Fani Willis bill and tampon tax holiday bills in Georgia
ATLANTA (WDEF) - We've got updates on three issues that Georgia lawmakers are dealing with this legislative session. First, the Georgia Senate has passed a bill cracking down on prosecutors. Lt. Governor Burt Jones says it gives a state commission…
CMA Fest announces headliners for this summer
NASHVILLE (WDEF) - Officials are announcing the headliners for this summer's CMA Fest in Nashville. It is the longest running country music festival in the world. The four day event features music and fan events during the day, plus headlining…
Honduras brother and sister indicted for scheme to bring a 15 year old girl to the U.S.
ATLANTA (WDEF) - Prosecutors say they have indicted two people from Honduras on charges of alien smuggling and fraud. They were illegal themselves. And prosecutors say they smuggled a child into the country and applied to sponsor her. “Through coordinated…
Georgia Senate passes income tax reduction bills
ATLANTA, Georgia (WDEF) - In an election year, Georgia Republicans are moving ahead with plans to cut the state income tax. The state Senate has approved bills this week to accomplish that. One would exempt the first 50-thousand dollars you make…