Mask or No Mask?
CHATTANOOGA– As people emerge from their homes, some choose to wear masks, while others don’t, even when they know the rules. News 12’s Taylor Bishop goes out to ask them why.
Another record high today for new Covid cases in Hamilton County
CHATTANOOGA – After a week of climbing Covid-19 cases in our area, the Friday numbers top them all. The Health Department reported 96 new case on Friday, topping the previous high of 74 set last weekend. The number of people in local hospitals with Covid-19…
Chattanooga photographer sees an increase in couples eloping amid COVID-19 pandemic
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn – While most couples are postponing their wedding due to the coronavirus pandemic, some have decided to elope instead. Hillary Moore is the owner of WanderMoore Elopements + Weddings in Chattanooga. Her roles consist of photographer, ordained minister, and make-up artist. “At the…
Chattanooga mayor raises concerns about COVID-19 cases
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (AP) — Nearly a month after being forced to reopen his city, Chattanooga Mayor Andy Berke is raising concerns about recent data that he says shows the coronavirus is still actively spreading throughout the area. As of Wednesday, Hamilton County — which encompasses Chattanooga…
“New Normal” is setting in for local Covid-19 tests
CHATTANOOGA – Tuesday’s Covid-19 numbers from the Health Department don’t show any remarkable trends for positive tests… just a “new normal.” They reported 52 new cases on Tuesday, which is in line with what we have seen for the past 6 days. After seeing many…
Health Department Announces New COVID-19 Testing Location at Alstom Plant
CHATTANOOGA – The Hamilton County Health Department is excited to announce their new testing location at Alstom Plant, 1119 Riverfront Pkwy, Chattanooga, TN 37402. COVID-19 testing will begin Monday, August 3rd from 7-11AM and run daily through the end of September. The site is free…
Baylor’s private lab helping process COVID-19 tests for Hamilton County Schools employees
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn – A Chattanooga private school’s lab is helping process COVID-19 tests for employees with Hamilton County Schools. In 2019, Hamilton County School officials partnered with One to One Health to make sure employees have access to healthcare. Ashley Berry, vice president of clinical…
Health Department COVID-19 Data Show Upward Trend in the 11-20 Year Old Age Group,
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn – Recent Hamilton County Health Department data show an increase in new COVID-19 cases among the 11-20 year-old age-band. Case investigations reveal many of these new transmissions are epi-linked to social gatherings such as field trips, parties, sporting events, carpooling, and close contact…
COVID-19 Data Shows Upward Trend Among Tweens And Teens
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn – Recent Hamilton County Health Department data show an increase in new COVID-19 cases among the 11-20 year old age-band. Case investigations reveal many of these new transmissions are epi-linked to social gatherings such as field trips, parties, sporting events, carpooling, and close…
Blood Donors Urgently Needed This Week As Blood Assurance Faces Critically Low Levels
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn – Blood Assurance is urging all eligible donors to make an appointment to give blood this week to help patients in Chattanooga hospitals. Blood donation numbers have drastically dropped during the pandemic, and with hospital usage increasing, the blood supply is at critically…