TikTok's 'Chromebook Challenge' Spurs Fires, Evacuations, and Legal Actions Nationwide

NH schools warn of dangerous TikTok trend after 15 Chromebook fires

New Hampshire school districts are warning parents about a dangerous TikTok trend that involves students setting Chromebooks on fire.

MD Fire Marshal Warns of Social Media Trend Leading to Fires

The Maryland State Fire Marshal says a troubling social media trend is spreading through Maryland schools.

Milwaukee-area school districts sound alarm as dangerous 'Chromebook Challenge' spreads

School leaders across southeastern Wisconsin are warning parents about a national TikTok trend that poses serious risks to safety and school property.The trend, known online as the Chromebook Challenge, involves students inserting small metal objects like paper clips, pencil leads, or pushpins into Chromebook charging ports or internal components.The goal is to short-circuit the device, often causing it to smoke, spark, melt, or, in some cases, …

State, Capital Region authorities warn of 'dangerous' social media trend

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Both state and Capital Region law enforcement agencies are warning parents about a new social media trend called the "Chromebook Challenge." According to officials, the "potentially dangerous" challenge encourages students to intentionally short circuit their school-issued laptops. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! As part of the "Chromebook Challenge," students i…

Dangerous TikTok challenge puts students at risk of fire, toxic fumes

A new dangerous TikTok challenge is putting middle and high school students at risk by encouraging them to intentionally damage their school-issued laptops for clout.

Student charged with felonies for allegedly participating in social media trend

The student allegedly tampered with their Chromebook, causing smoke to appear in a classroom.