Mom accidentally invites all 487 contacts to daughter's 1st birthday party
A mom planning a first birthday party for her daughter accidentally invited all 487 contacts ever saved onto her phone -- including "Jess Hit Her Car In Parking Lot" and "Derek Eye Roll."
A mom planning a first birthday party for her daughter accidentally invited all 487 contacts ever saved onto her phone -- including "Jess Hit Her Car In Parking Lot" and "Derek Eye Roll."
Study: Internet companies ill-prepared for 2024 election misinformation
Ad transparency is crucial for revealing who funds and targets political advertisements, ensuring voters have clear, accurate information during U.S. presidential elections, which is essential for making informed decisions and safeguarding the integrity of the electoral process.
Ad transparency is crucial for revealing who funds and targets political advertisements, ensuring voters have clear, accurate information during U.S. presidential elections, which is essential for making informed decisions and safeguarding the integrity of the electoral process.
Fort Worth dad uses TikTok to lead police to son's suspected killer
For months, Luis Laguna Sr. went on TikTok, searching for his son’s killer. Carlos was murdered inside his truck after a November ranch concert in Fort Worth. Now, thanks to the dad's pursuit for justice, his son's suspected killer is behind bars.
For months, Luis Laguna Sr. went on TikTok, searching for his son’s killer. Carlos was murdered inside his truck after a November ranch concert in Fort Worth. Now, thanks to the dad's pursuit for justice, his son's suspected killer is behind bars.
Olympic track uniforms spark online debate about who designed them, why they're so skimpy
U.S. track and field athletes have around four dozen pieces to choose from when assembling their uniforms at the Olympics. The one grabbing the most attention is a high-cut leotard that barely covers the bikini line and has triggered debate between those who think it is sexist and others who argue they don't need the internet to make sure they have good uniforms.
U.S. track and field athletes have around four dozen pieces to choose from when assembling their uniforms at the Olympics. The one grabbing the most attention is a high-cut leotard that barely covers the bikini line and has triggered debate between those who think it is sexist and others who argue they don't need the internet to make sure they have good uniforms.
Effects of Snapchat ranking feature
Parents are worried a Snapchat ranking feature could lead to bullying.
Parents are worried a Snapchat ranking feature could lead to bullying.
Instagram is cracking down on teen sextortion – here's what that means
Recent high-profile cases include two Nigerian brothers who pleaded guilty to sexually extorting teen boys in Michigan on Instagram, including one who took his own life.
Recent high-profile cases include two Nigerian brothers who pleaded guilty to sexually extorting teen boys in Michigan on Instagram, including one who took his own life.
Teens turning to TikTok to self-diagnose mental health issues
Young people are turning to social media to research mental health conditions and are self-diagnosing themselves at an increasing rate, a new study found. Here’s what to know.
Young people are turning to social media to research mental health conditions and are self-diagnosing themselves at an increasing rate, a new study found. Here’s what to know.
Tips on keeping kids safe from online dangers
Parents are growing more and more concerned about dangers on the web. A digital safety expert details ways parents can help keep their kids safe.
Parents are growing more and more concerned about dangers on the web. A digital safety expert details ways parents can help keep their kids safe.
TikTok beauty trends that are actually worth it
Some skincare and beauty trans are fads and could waste your money, while others might actually be on to something. Nurse Practitioner Brittony Croasdell recommends staying away from things like DIY chemical peels. She also says sunscreen makeup trends are a great idea.
Some skincare and beauty trans are fads and could waste your money, while others might actually be on to something. Nurse Practitioner Brittony Croasdell recommends staying away from things like DIY chemical peels. She also says sunscreen makeup trends are a great idea.
Digital detox: Leave your phone alone when you're on vacation
Here are some tips on actually enjoying your vacation and not worrying about your phone!
Here are some tips on actually enjoying your vacation and not worrying about your phone!
Controversy at Harvey City Council meeting over video posted by alderwoman
A crowded Harvey City Council meeting was underway Monday night.
A crowded Harvey City Council meeting was underway Monday night.
Apologies to Kate Middleton roll in after cancer diagnosis revealed
Several celebrities have offered remorse for their part in the internet speculation about Kate’s wellbeing – and many on the internet are calling for official public apologies from several more.
Several celebrities have offered remorse for their part in the internet speculation about Kate’s wellbeing – and many on the internet are calling for official public apologies from several more.
Instagram stopped recommending political content – now social media users are noticing
Instagram changed its political content algorithm in February, but users are taking note now. Here's how to change the settings on the app.
Instagram changed its political content algorithm in February, but users are taking note now. Here's how to change the settings on the app.
Illinois bill moves ahead to protect kids online
At the heart of the discussion is "Sammy's Law," named after 16-year-old Sammy Chapman who tragically died in 2021 from drugs he purchased on Snapchat that were laced with fentanyl.
At the heart of the discussion is "Sammy's Law," named after 16-year-old Sammy Chapman who tragically died in 2021 from drugs he purchased on Snapchat that were laced with fentanyl.
'Sammy's Law': Fight for social media safety measures echoes in Springfield
At the heart of the discussion is "Sammy's Law," named after 16-year-old Sammy Chapman who tragically died in 2021 from drugs he purchased on Snapchat that were laced with fentanyl.
At the heart of the discussion is "Sammy's Law," named after 16-year-old Sammy Chapman who tragically died in 2021 from drugs he purchased on Snapchat that were laced with fentanyl.
'Sammy's Law': Fight for social media safety measures in Illinois
The fight to increase safety measures on social media is gaining traction in Springfield.
The fight to increase safety measures on social media is gaining traction in Springfield.
'Sammy's Law' would add extra safety measures for children online
There is a hearing today in Springfield on a new Illinois law that would require extra safety measures on any social media platorm that has children as users. It's called "Sammy's Law," named after Sammy Chapman who died in 2021 from drugs he purchased on snapchat that were laced with fentynol.
There is a hearing today in Springfield on a new Illinois law that would require extra safety measures on any social media platorm that has children as users. It's called "Sammy's Law," named after Sammy Chapman who died in 2021 from drugs he purchased on snapchat that were laced with fentynol.
'Micro shorts' from Free People get mocked by consumers on social media
The fashion brand’s shorts got ridiculed on social media after images of the new collection were released earlier this month.
The fashion brand’s shorts got ridiculed on social media after images of the new collection were released earlier this month.
Hubbard Inn sues woman who claimed in viral video that staff assaulted her
A River North restaurant is suing a woman who posted a viral video claiming she was manhandled by the establishment’s security and thrown down stairs.
A River North restaurant is suing a woman who posted a viral video claiming she was manhandled by the establishment’s security and thrown down stairs.
Across America: Oklahoma considers banning minors from social media
Young children in Oklahoma could soon be banned from using certain social media platforms. A bill banning minors under 16 years old just passed in the state's House. If it passes in the Senate, those between 16 and 18 years old will need parental consent. The bill also mandates social media companies to require age verification. If they don't, they could face a fine of $2,500.
Young children in Oklahoma could soon be banned from using certain social media platforms. A bill banning minors under 16 years old just passed in the state's House. If it passes in the Senate, those between 16 and 18 years old will need parental consent. The bill also mandates social media companies to require age verification. If they don't, they could face a fine of $2,500.