Some major changes announced for Twitter
Elon Musk formally changing the app's blue bird logo to a black and white 'X'
Elon Musk formally changing the app's blue bird logo to a black and white 'X'
Chicago FBI warns parents about violent online group ?764? targeting teens
The FBI says there has been a rise in the number of cases and victims involving 764 members. They are a violent online network the bureau says is targeting teens in Chicago and around the world.
The FBI says there has been a rise in the number of cases and victims involving 764 members. They are a violent online network the bureau says is targeting teens in Chicago and around the world.
New trend has people taping their mouths shut at night: Here's why you shouldn't
TikTok influencers are telling people to tape their mouths shut at night for better sleep. Here's why doctors say it’s a bad idea.
TikTok influencers are telling people to tape their mouths shut at night for better sleep. Here's why doctors say it’s a bad idea.
YouTube reversing bans on creators flagged for COVID and election misinformation
YouTube will allow creators banned under its old COVID-19 and election misinformation policies to return, Alphabet said in a letter to Congress.
YouTube will allow creators banned under its old COVID-19 and election misinformation policies to return, Alphabet said in a letter to Congress.
Gen Alpha slang in 2025: The meaning behind words like 'clanker,' '67,' 'crashout'
Times have changed quite a lot since we went over terms like “Alpha Sigma" and “Skibidi Ohio Rizz." The language of "the kids these days" is literally evolving by the day.
Times have changed quite a lot since we went over terms like “Alpha Sigma" and “Skibidi Ohio Rizz." The language of "the kids these days" is literally evolving by the day.
Burnout is killing creativity ? Here?s how to get it back | ChicagoNOW
Actor and author Josh Pais, known for his new book Lose Your Mind: The Path to Creative Invincibility, joins us to share how simple resets can spark innovation, why anxiety can actually fuel creativity, and how embracing all of our emotions ? not just the ?positive? ones ? can transform stress into breakthroughs.
Actor and author Josh Pais, known for his new book Lose Your Mind: The Path to Creative Invincibility, joins us to share how simple resets can spark innovation, why anxiety can actually fuel creativity, and how embracing all of our emotions ? not just the ?positive? ones ? can transform stress into breakthroughs.
Trump to sign TikTok deal, giving US majority ownership
President Trump is expected to agree to a deal this week that would make the popular short-form video social media app TikTok mostly owned by American investors.
President Trump is expected to agree to a deal this week that would make the popular short-form video social media app TikTok mostly owned by American investors.
Study finds social media could alter teens' sleep patterns
New research finds age 13 is a turning point when bedtime screen use spikes, cutting into the sleep adolescents need most as they gain access to social media platforms.
New research finds age 13 is a turning point when bedtime screen use spikes, cutting into the sleep adolescents need most as they gain access to social media platforms.
TikTok deal approached, Trump says after call with China's President Xi
President Donald Trump announced Friday that a deal to save TikTok has been approved, though he did not immediately offer any details.
President Donald Trump announced Friday that a deal to save TikTok has been approved, though he did not immediately offer any details.
What does Jimmy Kimmel?s suspension really say about the First Amendment? | ChicagoNOW
Jimmy Kimmel?s sudden suspension isn?t just a late-night controversy?it?s ignited a high-stakes debate over free speech in America. At the heart of the storm: how far the First Amendment really goes, whether government pressure on broadcasters like ABC crosses the line into censorship, and what it means when private media companies hold the power to silence their own stars.
Jimmy Kimmel?s sudden suspension isn?t just a late-night controversy?it?s ignited a high-stakes debate over free speech in America. At the heart of the storm: how far the First Amendment really goes, whether government pressure on broadcasters like ABC crosses the line into censorship, and what it means when private media companies hold the power to silence their own stars.
Hinsdale police: Video captures person crawling beneath train at Metra station | ChicagoLIVE
Hinsdale police issued a safety warning after video showed a commuter crawling under a stopped Metra train at the Garfield Crossing.
Hinsdale police issued a safety warning after video showed a commuter crawling under a stopped Metra train at the Garfield Crossing.
Chicago woman turns 100 and celebrates in style | ChicagoNOW
A local woman was having the time of her life celebrating her birthday!
A local woman was having the time of her life celebrating her birthday!
Educators fired for 'senseless' social media posts following Charlie Kirk's murder
In the wake of Charlie Kirk’s murder, educators across the US are being fired or disciplined for sharing "senseless" posts on social media about his death.
In the wake of Charlie Kirk’s murder, educators across the US are being fired or disciplined for sharing "senseless" posts on social media about his death.
Barstool?s Frank the Tank steps out for Lionsgate?s The Long Walk Stunt | ChicagoNOW
From the sidewalks of New Jersey to the heart of Hollywood ? Barstool?s Frank ?The Tank? Fleming has inspired millions with his ?Frank Walks? journey after shedding more than 220 pounds. Frank teamed up with Lionsgate to celebrate the release of The Long Walk with a one-of-a-kind stunt down Sunset Blvd.
From the sidewalks of New Jersey to the heart of Hollywood ? Barstool?s Frank ?The Tank? Fleming has inspired millions with his ?Frank Walks? journey after shedding more than 220 pounds. Frank teamed up with Lionsgate to celebrate the release of The Long Walk with a one-of-a-kind stunt down Sunset Blvd.
Are ghosts real? What we know (and don't) | ChicagoNOW
For centuries, people across every culture have reported ghostly encounters ? from unexplained voices to eerie apparitions. But are these experiences evidence of spirits, or is there a scientific explanation? Christine Simmonds-Moore, Ph.D., a professor of psychology specializing in parapsychological research, says the truth is more complex.
For centuries, people across every culture have reported ghostly encounters ? from unexplained voices to eerie apparitions. But are these experiences evidence of spirits, or is there a scientific explanation? Christine Simmonds-Moore, Ph.D., a professor of psychology specializing in parapsychological research, says the truth is more complex.
Mom gives birth in McDonald's parking lot, and people are lovin' the baby's nickname
Alyce and Kevin Rotunda of Michigan welcomed their fourth child, Matilda (?Tilly?), in the early hours of Aug. 11 ? but not in a hospital. When contractions came fast during their 45-minute drive to Kalamazoo, the couple stopped at a closed McDonald?s in Schoolcraft, where Kevin delivered the baby in the parking lot.
Alyce and Kevin Rotunda of Michigan welcomed their fourth child, Matilda (?Tilly?), in the early hours of Aug. 11 ? but not in a hospital. When contractions came fast during their 45-minute drive to Kalamazoo, the couple stopped at a closed McDonald?s in Schoolcraft, where Kevin delivered the baby in the parking lot.
Facebook class-action settlement: Here's how much you could get
Facebook may owe you money as part of a massive settlement over the privacy of your data. Here’s how much money you could receive.
Facebook may owe you money as part of a massive settlement over the privacy of your data. Here’s how much money you could receive.
TikTok food influencer gives big boost to small Chicago restaurants
There are food influencers and then there is Keith Lee. It all started just a few years ago. Lee would go into small business restaurants, carry out the food, and do ratings in his car.
There are food influencers and then there is Keith Lee. It all started just a few years ago. Lee would go into small business restaurants, carry out the food, and do ratings in his car.
Obscene trend makes its way to NFL during Browns-Bengals game
An obscene trend that first took the WNBA by storm during its regular season made its debut during an NFL game on Sunday between the Cleveland Browns and Cincinnati Bengals.
An obscene trend that first took the WNBA by storm during its regular season made its debut during an NFL game on Sunday between the Cleveland Browns and Cincinnati Bengals.
Lou Malnati?s kicks off epic 'Cheese Pull Challenge' | Here's how you can win pizza for a year
Chicago favorite Lou Malnati?s is teaming up with Proudly Wisconsin Cheese to mark National Cheese Pizza Day in the most delicious way possible ? by launching a social media Cheese Pull Challenge that invites fans to show off their gooiest, stretchiest slices for bragging rights and big flavor.
Chicago favorite Lou Malnati?s is teaming up with Proudly Wisconsin Cheese to mark National Cheese Pizza Day in the most delicious way possible ? by launching a social media Cheese Pull Challenge that invites fans to show off their gooiest, stretchiest slices for bragging rights and big flavor.