Deal reached to "save" TikTok, Trump suggests
The president said a meeting between U.S. and Chinese officials went well and that a TikTok deal was reached regarding “a ‘certain’ company" young people in the U.S. "very much wanted to save."
TikTok food influencer gives big boost to small Chicago restaurants
Keith Lee uses his TikTok reviews of restaurants to give a big boost to small business owners in cities like Chicago.
Chicago architecture, dirty sodas & gamifying the CTA | ChicagoNOW
What's trending in Chicago? We are taking you on an art deco architecture tour to see some of the city’s coolest buildings. Next, The Goddess and Grocer joins us to explain the sweet trend taking over TikTok: dirty sodas. Plus, we introduce you to an app called Transit Stats that has gamified riding the CTA, and a travel expert talks about overtourism. ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
‘RushTok’ goes viral, but some sororities ban recruits from posting
The viral “RushTok” trend has taken TikTok by storm, racking up millions of views as sorority hopefuls document their recruitment journeys. But some chapters are now pushing back, banning prospects from posting in an effort to protect tradition—and control the narrative.
John Stamos Pizza, quiet firing & no makeup dates | ChicagoNOW
What’s trending in Chicago? We are talking about a new TikTok dating trend which involves women going to first dates makeup-free, a new phrase called “quiet firing,” and John Stamos’ Riot Fest request to have a Greek-style pizza named after him. ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
Are you being quiet fired? Local expert weighs in
You’ve probably heard of “quiet quitting” — but what about “quiet firing”? It’s when a company pushes someone out without ever officially firing them — things like being passed up for projects, left out of meetings, or given zero feedback. It’s subtle, but it can leave people feeling powerless, confused, and stuck.
New TikTok dating trend: Skipping makeup on first dates
There’s a new trend on TikTok where women are showing up makeup-free on first dates — not just to embrace natural beauty, but to see if a potential partner will accept them as they really are. It’s about flipping old dating norms and putting authenticity front and center.
‘Black Cat Boyfriend Summer’: Expert explains the viral trend and what it says about relationships
It’s not just Hot Girl Summer anymore — this season belongs to the “Black Cat Boyfriend.” The viral TikTok trend describes a certain mysterious, independent type of partner, and it’s sparking plenty of conversation about modern relationships. Psychotherapist and author Amy Morin joins us to break down what’s behind the buzz, why it resonates, and what it reveals about the way we connect.
Bama Rush explained: TikTok's sorority stars, brand deals and a new reality show
Move over college football: there’s another Southern tradition making headlines, stealing screens and racking up millions of views: Bama Rush.
Georgia teen charged in parents' deaths sought help from TikTok influencers
Sarah Grace Patrick, 17, is accused of killing her parents, months after allegedly urging TikTok creators to raise awareness about the case.
Trump delays TikTok ban again: What to know
It is the third time Trump has extended the deadline.
President Trump throws TikTok a lifeline as ban deadline approaches
The president plans to sign an order this week to "keep TikTok up and running."
