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NEW DETAILS: All parents of students whose photos were AI-altered into child sexual abuse material have been notified, the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office says. The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children first found the images three months ago, and 28-year-old janitor at Daisy Elementary School Zackary Nelson was arrested on Tuesday. Read the full story at the link in our bio. by @local3news

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STAY AWARE: A janitor at a local elementary school has been charged with creating child sexual abuse material using artificial intelligence. Now, experts are urging parents to educate themselves and their children about the dangers of AI. Read the full story at the link in our bio. by @local3news

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NEW LIFE TO ROSSVILLE BLVD.: “Bring Back the BLVD” is a new initiative from Hamilton County and the City of Chattanooga aimed at revitalizing the 2.2-mile corridor between I-24 and the Georgia state line.The push includes a recommendation for federal Opportunity Zone status, which would give tax incentives to businesses investing in the area’s aging or vacant properties.Longtime business owners like Deni Bettis of Chubby’s Barbeque and Cole Webster of The Barn Nursery say there’s a lot of potential in the area. The state still has to approve the Opportunity Zone status — and if it’s approved, the full initiative could take 5-10 years to complete.READ MORE at the link in our bio. by @local3news

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BOLO: Have you seen a worm with a HAMMERHEAD-shaped head in your yard? You're not imagining things.Hammerhead worms are showing up more across our area thanks to the heat & humidity — and while they look creepy, experts say don't panic. Just don't touch them bare-handed (their slime can irritate skin/eyes) and NEVER cut one up — it can regenerate into multiple worms. Found one? Local 3's Leah Bolling tells you how to dispose of it, at the link in our bio. by @local3news

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MARK YOUR CALENDARS: Tennessee's Tax-Free Weekend is almost here. Local 3's Sierra Rucker breaks down exactly what you can skip paying sales tax on this year - and what you can't. Plus - Sierra's got some tips to help you save even more on the stuff that won't get the tax break. by @local3news

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🪱 TOXIC SLIME: Tennessee officials are warning of an increase in the invasive hammerhead worm. The worms can regenerate from fragments and secrete a toxic slime. Find out what you should do if you find one at the link in our bio. by @local3news

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IT'S SUNFLOWER TIME: This heat may make us sweat, but it isn't all bad - it also marks the return of sunflower season.Aubie Smith Farms, which you may know for its strawberries, is celebrating the return of the sunflower season with family-friendly events.If you want to bring some sunflowers home with you, just grab a bucket, and for $20 dollars, you can bring home a bouquet to light up your house. by @local3news

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CONGRATS, LA ROJA! We were live from a local watch party when Spain beat Argentina 1-0 to win the FIFA World Cup 2026™!This dub solidifies Chattanooga's World Cup Moment, as La Selección Española trained and lived in the Scenic City for several weeks. by @local3news

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TRENDS ON 3: This week, LaTrice Currie looks ahead to three events: the Saleen Club of America Nationals, Chattanooga Wellness Expo and the student Healthcare Career Fair. Plus, she speaks with a local high school student who has just signed with a major sneaker company. Learn more at the link in our bio. by @local3news

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SUPPORTING CJ2K: Former Tennessee running back Chris Johnson recently revealed his ALS diagnosis. As a result, he's calling on a revival of the Ice Bucket Challenge. Local 3's Sports Director Ben Bobick is bringing it back to the Chattanooga area in honor of the former 2,000-yd rusher. NEXT UP: @chattlookouts President Rich Mozingo, @chattanoogafc CBO Chad Emerson, @local3news News Director Perry Pace. The drive helped raise an estimated $135 million in the United States and $220 million worldwide in the fight against ALS, according to the ALS Therapy Development Institute.#cj2kicebucketchallenge by @local3news

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"POTENTIALLY ARMED AND DANGEROUS" The search for Deountray Dickey, who is wanted on multiple felony warrants, remains ongoing. Police say Dickey pushed two occupants out of a car, got into the driver’s seat, and fled the scene, which led to a pursuit that was later discontinued. The car was found abandoned behind Buddy's BBQ on Paul Huff Parkway.Officials say if you see him, you should call 911 immediately. by @local3news

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MIRACLE ON THE MOUNTAIN: It took over a decade — and one mother's dream — to build. Now Miracle on the Mountain Park is open, and it's giving kids of all abilities a place to just be kids. by @local3news

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