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…

Health officials raise awareness on suicide throughout September

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Health officials are raising awareness to lower the risk suicided ahead of Suicide Prevention Month.  “In our country, suicide is becoming more and more of a concern,” said Kristin Smith, a Licensed Professional Counselor at Parkridge. “Obviously, I think that we have a lot of mental health resources specifically in our area, that people could take advantage…

UTC ‘Rocket Man’ Reuben Lowery Provides Boost For Mocs Defense

Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) While the Mocs feature some heavy hitters on their defensive line, they still rely heavily on Reuben Lowery to command the back-end of the defense. He has the skills and savviness you want in a veteran defensive back. And thanks to Lowery’s engineering fortitude, he gives new meaning to tackling in space. Reuben Lowery is listed at 5’9, 192-pounds….

Survivor announces this seasons castaways, one lives in Nashville

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WDEF) —  Survivor has revealed the 18 new castaways that will compete in its 47th season, and one contestant is from Nashville. Sam Phalen / Survivor / CBS Sam Phalen is one of 18 contestants this season. Phalen resides in Nashville, where he works as a Tennessee Titans beat reporter for A to Z Sports. Sam and the…

Driving Our Economy Forward: Vascular Institute of Chattanooga

The Vascular Institute of Chattanooga specializes in the comprehensive treatment of vascular disease. Patients are seen quickly and without a referral. Tonight we look at how the Chattanooga business has been driving our economy forward with successful outcomes. “We’re actually treating it right now so we’re using heat energy to actually cauterize that vein.” “So the baser Institute of Chattanooga…

New lights coming to baseball and softball fields at Howard

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- The Hamilton County Commission unanimously approved Mayor Weston Wamp’s proposal to fund new lights at Howard School. These lights would be for their baseball and softball fields. The funds are part of $10 million dollars going towards Howard as part of an ongoing commitment to the county to invest in the South Broad District during the construction…

Hamilton County EMS to get mobile blood storage units

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Hamilton County EMS will soon have a faster method to provide life saving care. The Hamilton County Commission approved the purchase of autonomous portable refrigeration units. These allow for blood to be stored on emergency vehicles to be used for blood transfusions, which has not been the case until now. Hamilton County E-S director Wade Batson says…

4 dead, 9 hospitalized after shooting at high school in Georgia; 14-year-old suspect in custody

Four people were killed and nine more were hospitalized with injuries after a shooting Wednesday morning at a high school in northern Georgia, authorities have confirmed. Georgia Bureau of Investigation Director Chris Hosey said at an afternoon news conference that two of the victims who were killed were students and two were teachers. A 14-year-old suspect, identified by Hosey as…

Mom to Mom – Mom Hacks

Today on Mom to Mom, we have a few hacks to make your life easier! I have a few of my favorite life hacks as a mom that I have been using since my kiddos were little, and hopefully these help you out. Also, if you have any wonderful hacks that you’ve used, feel free to message us up on…

Mocs Look to Bounce Back From Loss to Tennessee

Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The Chattanooga Mocs took it on the chin against Tennessee in their opener, losing by 66-points. Time to regroup this Saturday against Georgia State. Never fun losing in a blow-out, but Mocs coach Rusty Wright believes his team will be fine after playing just one game against a top-notch opponent. Said Wright:”You see it all across the country. That’s…