Mom to Mom – Bedtime Routine

If your bedtime routine with your kids is a nightmare, we’ve got something to help out with that! We’re going to help your kids get back on a bedtime routine with this bedtime calendar. All you’re going to need for this is a poster board; some crayons; some Velcro, which you can get at any craft store; and some glue….

Love’s Arm Outreach to host fall fundraiser on September 20

News 12 This Morning: Inza Hagins-Dyer with Love’s Arm Outreach joins News 12’s Amelia Greer to preview a special fundraiser coming to Hixson on Sept. 20. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Love’s Arm Outreach is raising awareness about human trafficking in our community. Their newest fundraising event is hoping to support victims of commercial sex trafficking in Chattanooga. The non-profit organization…

What’s Right With Our Schools: Chatt Excellence Middle

Teachers and Staff at Chattanooga Charter School of Excellence go above and beyond in the classroom to help their students be successful. The school has been a premier charter school in Chattanooga since 2011. Tonight, we take a look at the specialized, content-rich curriculum in What’s Right With Our Schools. “Welcome to Chattanooga Charter School of Excellence Middle. We are…

Typhoon Yagi hits Vietnam with torrential rains, killing almost 60 as vehicles and a bridge are swept away

Hanoi, Vietnam—  A bridge collapsed and a bus was swept away by flooding Monday as more rain fell after Typhoon Yagi made landfall in Vietnam, causing at least 59 deaths in the Southeast Asian country and disrupting businesses and factories in the export-focused northern industrial hubs, state media reported. Nine people died when the typhoon made landfall Saturday before weakening to…

Manhunt for Kentucky shooting suspect cancels classes as authorities urge people to be on high alert

As a manhunt stretched into a third day Monday for a suspect in a shooting on a Kentucky interstate that wounded five people and struck 12 Joseph A. Couch / Laurel County Sheriff’s Office vehicles, authorities vowed to keep up a relentless search as the stress level remained high for a rural area where some schools canceled classes. Authorities have been searching a rugged, hilly area…

Authors Shine at Chattanooga Public Library’s Second Annual Fair

The Chattanooga Public Library rolled out the red carpet for book lovers of all kinds today.  It was the library’s second annual “Authors Fair!” The event gathered more than 60 local and regional authors, giving book enthusiasts the opportunity to dive into a diverse array of genres, including, poetry, science fiction, travel and more. “I think what’s important here is…

Dalton and Whitfield County First Responders Compete in Charity Softball Event

At  Riverbend Park this Saturday , the Dalton Police and Fire Departments squared off against the Whitfield County Sheriff’s Office and Fire Department in a spirited softball game. The game, which started at 10:00 AM, was more than just a friendly competition. It was an opportunity for the community to come together and support local charities, with all proceeds from…

Georgia high school shooting suspect’s father faces judge after murder charges

The father of Colt Gray, the teen suspect in the Apalachee High School shooting, was arrested, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation announced Thursday. Colin Gray, 54, is being charged with four counts of involuntary manslaughter, two counts of second-degree murder and eight counts of cruelty to children, the GBI said. The 14-year-old shooting suspect has been charged with four counts of felony…

Memphis mother arrested after loaded gun found on 6-year-old

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WDEF) —  A mother was arrested in Memphis after her 6-year-old son was found in school with a loaded gun. The mother, Ke’erinie King is facing charges of child abuse, child neglect or endangerment, and contributing to the delinquency of a minor. Reports say a school resource officer found the 6 year old passing the gun around to…

TECHBYTE – Upword AI

I feel like everywhere we turn now, there’s a new AI for something to make life simpler, or take care of some arduous task that we don’t want to do. Parents, teachers, and even students, this week’s guest is for you, as they’ve created an AI technology that will help you get your work done in a more efficient manner,…

New interactive dining experience opens in Chattanooga

The Playlist

News 12 This Morning: Lily Freeman with The Playlist joins News 12’s Amelia Greer to highlight a unique, new attraction in Chattanooga. Lily is a performing server and marketing director at The Playlist Chattanooga! CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Get ready for dinner and a show like never before. The Playlist is offering an immersive dining experience in the Scenic City….

First-ever ‘Tourism Sentiment Survey’ launches in Chattanooga

News 12 This Morning: Papae Litchfield with Chattanooga Tourism Co. joins News 12’s Amelia Greer to discuss a new survey, hoping to gauge community opinions. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — As Chattanooga continues to expand, a tourism company is wanting to hear from its residents. The Chattanooga Tourism Company highlights various attractions and activities in the Scenic City. In their first-ever…

Titans Set to Begin Brian Callahan Era Against the Chicago Bears

A new era of football begins for both the Titans and Bears Sunday in their season opening match-up from Chicago. The Titans feature a new head coach, while the Bears feature a hot-shot new quarterback. Said quarterback Will Levis:”It’s great that it’s finally here. It’s great that it’s football season. It’s good to be back.” Football is back baby. But…

Hunter Biden pleads guilty to all 9 charges in tax evasion case before trial in Los Angeles

Los Angeles — Hunter Biden offered a surprise guilty plea in his tax evasion case on Thursday, capping a whirlwind day in court in Los Angeles, where jury selection in his trial was set to begin. The president’s son entered an open plea — an offer to plead guilty and allow a judge to sentence him — on Thursday afternoon, admitting guilt to all nine…

Alex Morgan announces she’s retiring from pro soccer and is expecting her second child

Two-time Women’s World Cup champion Alex Morgan announced she is pregnant with her second child and is retiring from professional soccer. Over the course of a 15-year career with the United States, Morgan not only made an impact on the field, she also helped lead the team’s fight for equal pay and was outspoken about social justice issues. The 35-year-old Morgan will play her…

U.S. charges Russian hackers for cyberattacks targeting Ukraine, NATO countries

Washington — Federal prosecutors unveiled new charges against members of Russia’s military intelligence service on Thursday, alleging they engaged in “destructive” computer attacks that targeted civilian computer systems in Ukraine and around the world. Prosecutors announced a superseding indictment against five members of the Russian GRU and one civilian for their campaign to hack the computers of dozens of Ukrainian government entities before…

Thursday Throwback: Alabama Football

So Far, so good for Alabama fans. This fall, they have a new head football coach after the legendary Nick Sabean retired. It’s been four decades since the school has seen a transition like this. In 1983, Ray Perkins stepped into the shoes just vacated by the legendary Paul “Bear” Bryant. And when he visited Dalton that year, he knew…

City councilman Darrin Ledford not seeking re-election

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) —  A Chattanooga city councilman has announced he will not seek re-election. Darrin Ledford of District 4, which covers East Brainerd, says he will vacate his seat when his term expires next year. “It has been an incredible privilege to serve on the city council for the past two terms.  I am immensely grateful to my wife,…

Georgia high school shooting suspect was previously interviewed after FBI received reports of online threats

Four people were killed and nine others were wounded after a 14-year-old student opened fire Wednesday at Apalachee High School in northern Georgia, authorities said. More information is emerging about the suspect, Colt Gray, as officials try to find out how the teen obtained the gun and determine a motive for the latest school shooting in the U.S. More than a year ago, tips…