Man kills 5, himself in UK's first mass shooting in decade
A young man killed five people and then took his own life in Britain’s first mass shooting in over a decade.
President Biden made 'Obamacare' cheaper, now sign-up deadline is here
Sunday is the deadline for consumers to take advantage of a special sign-up period for private coverage made more affordable by the COVID-19 relief law.
Woman using gun's laser sight to play with cat shoots friend
A Wisconsin woman accidentally shot a friend while using the laser sight on a handgun to play with a cat.
203 cases of COVID-19 linked to Chicago's Lollapalooza
No sign of a ‘superspreader event’ at Lollapalooza, an event that drew 385,000 to Chicago a couple of weeks ago. Festival goers had to show proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test, the same as the Moon River Festival coming to Chattanooga also requires.
Census shows US is diversifying, white population shrinking
The U.S. became more diverse and more urban over the past decade, and the white population dropped for the first time on record according to the latest Census records.
US troops to help evacuate some embassy staff in Afghanistan
The United States is evacuating some personnel from the U.S. Embassy in Kabul, and U.S. troops will be assisting at the Kabul airport.
Health & Human Services Orders COVID-19 Vaccinations for Workers
The federal Department of Health and Human Services is requiring employees who provide care for patients to get their COVID-19 vaccinations.
CDC Urges COVID-19 Vaccines for Pregnant Women
Expectant women run a higher risk of severe illness and pregnancy complications from the coronavirus, including perhaps miscarriages and stillbirths. The updated guidance comes after a CDC analysis of new safety data showed no increased risks of miscarriage for those who received at least one dose of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine before 20 weeks of pregnancy.
EXPLAINER: What's at Stake in Boys Scouts Bankruptcy Case
A judge will hold a hearing starting Thursday to decide whether to approve a settlement agreement. At stake is the possibility the Boy Scouts of America will be forced to liquidate its assets and cease to exist.
Plan to replace aging postal truck fleet delayed by lawsuit
The primary fleet of vehicles — dating to 1987 — was due to be replaced under a new contract but the winning bid for the new trucks is being challenged.
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo resigns over sexual harassment
Gov. Andrew Cuomo resigned over a barrage of sexual harassment allegations Tuesday.
Texas Gov. Abbott seeks out-of-state help against COVID-19
Gov. Greg Abbott appealed for out-of-state help to fight the third wave of COVID-19 in Texas.
COVID vaccines would be required for military under new plan
Members of the U.S. military would be required to have the COVID-19 vaccine beginning Sept. 15, under a plan announced by the Pentagon.
Canada reopens its border for vaccinated US visitors
Canada lifted its prohibition on Americans crossing the border to shop, vacation or visit on Monday while the United States is maintaining similar restrictions for Canadians.
'Code red': UN scientists warn of worsening global warming
As the planet warms, places will get hit more not just by extreme weather but by multiple climate disasters at once, the report said. That’s like what’s now happening in the Western U.S., where heat waves, drought and wildfires compound the damage.
Bobby Bowden, folksy coach of Florida St dynasty, dies at 91
The beloved, folksy Hall of Fame coach who built one of the most prolific college football programs in history died early Sunday at 91.
Infrastructure push slowed by Tennessee senator's objection
WASHINGTON (AP) — One by one, Democrats and Republicans trekked to the Senate floor on Sunday touting a $1 trillion infrastructure proposal and argued that, after months of haggling, it was time for a final vote on the measure. Standing…
Mars rover comes up empty in 1st try at getting rock sample
WASHINGTON (AP) — NASA’s newest Mars rover came up empty Friday in its first attempt to pick up a rock sample to eventually be brought back to Earth. The rover Perseverance drilled into the floor of the planet’s Jezero Crater…
Tokyo Olympics cost $15.4 billion. What else could that buy?
TOKYO (AP) — The official price tag for the Tokyo Olympics in $15.4 billion, which a University of Oxford study says is the most expensive on record. What else could those billions buy? The ballpark figure for building a 300-bed…
Wildfire explodes to third-largest in California history
A wildfire raging in Northern California exploded in size overnight, becoming the third-largest wildfire in state history.
'There are only so many beds': COVID-19 surge hits hospitals
In Georgia, more than two dozen hospitals said this week that they have had to turn away patients as the number of hospitalizations for COVID-19 has risen to 2,600 statewide.
US jobless claims down 14,000 to 385,000 as economy rebounds
The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits fell last week by 14,000 to 385,000. The applications have more or less fallen steadily since topping 900,000 in early January.
Chattanooga family chosen to travel across the world and live anywhere rent free on Airbnb
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (WDEF) - A Chattanooga family was one of 300,000 applicants for the Live Anywhere program on Airbnb. Imagine their surprise when they were told they were one of 12 families actually chosen to take on an…
CDC issues new eviction ban for most of US through Oct. 3
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued a new eviction moratorium that would last until October 3.
