Air purifiers sold on Amazon, Temu, TikTok, recalled over fire, burn risks
The Consumer Product Safety Commission says the new recall covers Aroeve brand air purifiers sold on Amazon, Temu, TikTok, and Shopify between 2024 and 2025.
The Consumer Product Safety Commission says the new recall covers Aroeve brand air purifiers sold on Amazon, Temu, TikTok, and Shopify between 2024 and 2025.
TikTok: What you’re really sharing and how to protect your privacy
As lawsuits and investigations put TikTok and other social platforms in the spotlight, a data privacy expert explains how much personal information is actually being collected—and what users can do to limit their digital footprint without fully disconnecting.
As lawsuits and investigations put TikTok and other social platforms in the spotlight, a data privacy expert explains how much personal information is actually being collected—and what users can do to limit their digital footprint without fully disconnecting.
Meta and YouTube facing landmark trial related to youth addiction claims
The two major tech companies will face a jury trial for the first time over allegations that their social platforms have contributed to youth mental health issues.
The two major tech companies will face a jury trial for the first time over allegations that their social platforms have contributed to youth mental health issues.
Is TikTok down? What we know
Thousands of TikTok users were reporting problems with the app Sunday morning.
Thousands of TikTok users were reporting problems with the app Sunday morning.
TikTok strikes deal to create US entity
TikTok signed agreements with major investors including Oracle, Silver Lake and MGX to form a new American entity.
TikTok signed agreements with major investors including Oracle, Silver Lake and MGX to form a new American entity.
Chicago-area doctors warn TikTok challenge is sending teens to the hospital
Kids are winding up in the hospital with burns all over their hands. Why? They’re lighting themselves on fire for TikTok.
Kids are winding up in the hospital with burns all over their hands. Why? They’re lighting themselves on fire for TikTok.
Chicago-area doctors warn TikTok challenge is sending teens to the hospital
Kids are winding up in the hospital with burns all over their hands. Why? They’re lighting themselves on fire for TikTok.
Kids are winding up in the hospital with burns all over their hands. Why? They’re lighting themselves on fire for TikTok.
TikTok video tests handwashing vs dishwasher | ChicagoNOW
A new viral TikTok video from user @howdirtyis tests which method actually gets dishes clean, handwashing or the dishwasher. Hosts Anthony Ponce and Gabby Premus react to the results.
A new viral TikTok video from user @howdirtyis tests which method actually gets dishes clean, handwashing or the dishwasher. Hosts Anthony Ponce and Gabby Premus react to the results.
TikTok creator charged in deadly pedestrian crash in Zion: police
TikTok creator was arrested and charged after a deadly crash in November, according to Zion Police.
TikTok creator was arrested and charged after a deadly crash in November, according to Zion Police.
TikTok signs deal to form new U.S. unit
TikTok is staying in the U.S. with a new multi-billion dollar deal. Darren Botelho breaks down the details.
TikTok is staying in the U.S. with a new multi-billion dollar deal. Darren Botelho breaks down the details.
Doordashing for an engagement ring | ChicagoNOW
Bradley Cho is on a mission to save up for an engagement ring. His recent TikTok documenting his journey went viral with over 2 million likes. He joins live in studio to catch us up on his journey.
Bradley Cho is on a mission to save up for an engagement ring. His recent TikTok documenting his journey went viral with over 2 million likes. He joins live in studio to catch us up on his journey.
Australia enforces world-first social media ban for children under 16 | ChicagoNOW
Starting December 10, popular platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube must block users under 16 in Australia, sparking debates over free speech, privacy, and whether similar restrictions could come to other countries.
Starting December 10, popular platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube must block users under 16 in Australia, sparking debates over free speech, privacy, and whether similar restrictions could come to other countries.
Chicago alderman wants social media platforms liable for posts fueling teen takeovers | ChicagoLIVE
Ald. William Hall joins ChicagoLIVE to break down his proposal targeting the online roots of Chicago’s teen takeovers, saying platforms like TikTok and Instagram must remove dangerous meetup posts or be held accountable. He talks about youth safety, cyber monitoring, cooperation with Ald. Brian Hopkins, and why he believes corporations—not homeowners—should shoulder more of the city’s financial burden.
Ald. William Hall joins ChicagoLIVE to break down his proposal targeting the online roots of Chicago’s teen takeovers, saying platforms like TikTok and Instagram must remove dangerous meetup posts or be held accountable. He talks about youth safety, cyber monitoring, cooperation with Ald. Brian Hopkins, and why he believes corporations—not homeowners—should shoulder more of the city’s financial burden.
Social media ban in Australia starts for children under 16: Here's how it works
Hundreds of thousands of social media accounts are being deactivated as the world’s first social media ban goes into effect now in Australia for kids under 16. Here’s how it will work.
Hundreds of thousands of social media accounts are being deactivated as the world’s first social media ban goes into effect now in Australia for kids under 16. Here’s how it will work.
Hawaii sues TikTok parent company ByteDance, claims app harms children
Hawaii claims that ByteDance designed TikTok to manipulate dopamine production, similar to gambling industry tactics.
Hawaii claims that ByteDance designed TikTok to manipulate dopamine production, similar to gambling industry tactics.
Hair by Chrissy $4,000 haircut drama reaction | ChicagoNOW
After a smaller influencer posted a review of her $4,000 experience with Hair by Chrissy, Chrissy responded back making fun of the influencer and began selling merch. ChicagoNOW hosts Anthony Ponce and Kaitlin Cody weigh in with their thoughts on the situation.
After a smaller influencer posted a review of her $4,000 experience with Hair by Chrissy, Chrissy responded back making fun of the influencer and began selling merch. ChicagoNOW hosts Anthony Ponce and Kaitlin Cody weigh in with their thoughts on the situation.
Wisconsin dad's TikTok antics go viral, racking up millions of views
A Whitefish Bay dad's attempt to connect and get under his daughters' skin has gone viral after his TikTok account caught fire among an audience that can't get enough of the antics.
A Whitefish Bay dad's attempt to connect and get under his daughters' skin has gone viral after his TikTok account caught fire among an audience that can't get enough of the antics.
Starbucks 'Bearista' frenzy: Some leave empty-handed, others declare ‘the war is over’
Starbucks fans are losing it over the sold-out Bearista cup and Hello Kitty plush, camping out, calling stores nonstop, and reselling the $44 cup for over $1,000 on eBay.
Starbucks fans are losing it over the sold-out Bearista cup and Hello Kitty plush, camping out, calling stores nonstop, and reselling the $44 cup for over $1,000 on eBay.
Elyse Myers talks new book, crazy fan experiences, and behind the scenes of being a content creator | ChicagoNOW
Popular TikToker & New York Time's Best Seller Elyse Myers joins live in studio to dive into her new book, the highs and lows of blowing up on social media, and go behind the scenes of her popular videos.
Popular TikToker & New York Time's Best Seller Elyse Myers joins live in studio to dive into her new book, the highs and lows of blowing up on social media, and go behind the scenes of her popular videos.
TikTok's 'The Love Doc' shares relationship advice on ChicagoNOW
With over 15 years of experience in social psychology, Dr. Sarah Hensley specializes in attachment science and attraction. She joins ChicagoNOW to share relationship advice and announce her exciting new dating app.
With over 15 years of experience in social psychology, Dr. Sarah Hensley specializes in attachment science and attraction. She joins ChicagoNOW to share relationship advice and announce her exciting new dating app.