The U.S. Supreme Court blocked the federal vaccine requirement for businesses of 100 or more employees but they kept the mandate for large health care providers. News 12’s Andy Santoro spoke with a local attorney for some legal insight into the decision.
When schools went virtual after COVID-19 started nearly two years ago getting internet to people in need was a challenge but solved by organizations in Chattanooga.
Mother Nature not giving you a winter wonderland? No problem, create your own. Science guy, Jason Lindsey, shows us how to engineer an instant snowstorm.
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The Baylor girls basketball team won their rivalry showdown with GPS on Thursday evening at the Girls Preparatory School. The Red Raiders took home a 56-43 victory. Categories: Sports – Local Sports News Tags: Basketball, Baylor School, Girls Preparatory School, High School Basketball
The Tennessee Titans get to sit out super wild card weekend, which gets underway on Saturday. Titans enjoying a first round playoff bye with the best record in the AFC. But the team is keeping the extra time off in perspective. Having a first round playoff bye is a huge benefit. But it guarantees absolutely nothing. Said head coach Vrabel:”This…
Area law enforcement put a new twist of protect and serve Thursday. Chattanooga law enforcement served lunch and dinner at Chuy’s restaurant on Gunbarrel Road to raise money for the Special Olympics.
January is National Blood Donor month, and the American Red Cross is facing its worst blood shortage in more than ten years.
The Hamilton County Health Department is making a push to get more kids vaccinated against the coronavirus.
Dalton can no longer offer free Regeneron treatment to anyone with active COVID and symptoms.
A foundation funded by carpet industry titans is giving back in a very unique way in a first of its kind program that offers individuals training and certification in a much needed skill.
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (WDEF) – State Republicans have released their plan to redraw the political boundaries in Tennessee. “The Democratic master put out a month ago. The Republican match came out yesterday and really no time to study the ammo. Really have input as to potential changes so it was open in an effort to just have the power we’re going…
Beginning at midnight, Hamilton County residents will no longer be required to pass an emissions test for vehicle registration. For over thirty years, residents have been required to pay for these tests under the Clean Air Act of 1990. A test is priced at 9 dollars, but some have argued that the tests are most expensive for those least able…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – The Hamilton County Election Commission met this morning to discuss redistricting and voting centers. Numerous county residents attended. The crowd of was noted as the largest in recent memory. “We were basically at people just standing. We didn’t have enough seats for everyone that came today. I think we may be looking at what the new normal…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – It’s an old building in the St. Elmo area of Chattanooga. Inside the walls, Chris Campbell is teaching an old version of martial arts. For the internal system. It’s Tai Ji. Originating in China back in the 1600’s. Chris has lived here in the Scenic City for over 20 years. He’s been a Tai Ji teacher for…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Hamilton County Commissioner Tim Boyd has been leading the charge for a change in rules that currently allows local elected officials to pay a direct family member that they employ county funds. “What inspired it was the shenanigans that the DA was pulling about what kind of funds were being used to pay his brother-in-law and wife,”…
Fort Oglethorpe, GA-(WDEF-TV) In a battle of unbeaten teams on Tuesday night, LaFayette knocked off LFO 82-69 at LFO High School. Ramblers big man Aidan Hadaway was a match-up problem from the start for LFO. He poured in a game high 46 points. Brent Bowman paced LFO with 34. Warriors went up 8 points early in the fourth quarter before…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – A woman charged with criminal homicide for the stabbing death of a man inside her home had a bond set today in Hamilton County Court. Rhonda Essenpreis of Signal Mountain was arrested late last month following the stabbing of 69-year-old Randy Otto. Otto was killed at the 3600 block of Scarlet Maple Court. The sheriff’s office says…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Three female employees of the Baptiste Group were arrested in 2021 on various charges of sexual misconduct against minors staying at their shelter for migrants in Chattanooga. Today, Randi Duarte, Rebekah Perez and Florencia Morales had an opportunity to speak before a Hamilton County Court Judge. “These victims were all in a migrant camp here in Chattanooga…
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) – Sixth grade Math the can be challenging. The problems get more complex.You need a good teacher to properly explain the process. Dalewood Middle School’s Lauren Grimes blends high energy with great expectations to get the most out of her kids. Rashaad Williams is the Principal at Dalewood Middle. He says, “Miss Grimes is a phenomenal teacher….
from Chattanooga Fire Dept. CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – The burned ruins of the old Ricky’s Restaurant on 4th Avenue has now been roped off as a crime scene. Fire officials say a body has now been found in the debris. Firefighters originally missed it when the condemned building burned in the early morning hours on Sunday. Crews fought…
Want a snack for the kids but don’t have the time to cook something up? Try these no cook banana pops. Here’s how to make some.
Peach Cobbler FactoryChattanooga, TN (WDEF): Today is the grand opening of the Peach Cobbler Factory. Located on 301 East MLK Boulevard, it is the 7th open location to date in four states. The first Peach Cobbler Factory started up in Nashville. They currently have agreements for fifty more locations in 12 states in the works. The restaurant sells different flavors…
CHATTANOOGA, TN (WDEF) – As far as states go, Tennessee is just about as landlocked as they come, but our geographic disadvantage was only a minor obstacle for a highly motivated Chattanooga Christian teacher. Travis “Chaplain” Hutchinson is the Surf Club Sponsor for CCS. He explains, “Every year our school has something called interim where we take kids for a…
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Ryan Andrew Meyung was arrested in December on multiple counts of child rape, aggravated kidnapping and other related charges. An arrest affidavit says Meyung was a motocross stunt rider. Meyung has a YouTube page with dozens of videos, including one where he announces his new business. “I decided to go ahead and start my own business. So,…