Is that 'thirst trap' helping or hurting you? Expert shares advice
Licensed clinical social worker Amy Morin joins us to break down the emotional impact of social media, from thirst traps to like counts, and offers real tools for protecting your mental health.
Licensed clinical social worker Amy Morin joins us to break down the emotional impact of social media, from thirst traps to like counts, and offers real tools for protecting your mental health.
Tea app fallout worsens as leaked selfies used in rating site, online map
The Tea app data breach has spiraled into online harassment, with leaked user photos reportedly used in a rating site and an unverified map. Experts say this wasn’t a hack—but a major security failure.
The Tea app data breach has spiraled into online harassment, with leaked user photos reportedly used in a rating site and an unverified map. Experts say this wasn’t a hack—but a major security failure.
Tea app, built for women's safety, suffers major data breach
Tea, an app designed to help women safely share information about men they date, has suffered a data breach.
Tea, an app designed to help women safely share information about men they date, has suffered a data breach.
Viral TikTok teacher breaks down Gen Z and Gen Alpha slang
In an era where generational divides feel increasingly wide, one middle school teacher is narrowing that gap—with TikTok trends, Gen Alpha lingo, and a good dose of humor.
In an era where generational divides feel increasingly wide, one middle school teacher is narrowing that gap—with TikTok trends, Gen Alpha lingo, and a good dose of humor.
Experts warn parents about rising sextortion scams trapping kids online
Online sextortion scams are up nearly 500%. Here’s how kids are being targeted—and what parents can do.
Online sextortion scams are up nearly 500%. Here’s how kids are being targeted—and what parents can do.
Rising sextortion scams trapping kids online, experts warn parents
Online sextortion scams are up nearly 500%. Here?s how kids are being targeted?and what parents can do.
Online sextortion scams are up nearly 500%. Here?s how kids are being targeted?and what parents can do.
‘Papa Jake’ Larson, D-Day veteran and TikTok star, dies at 102
D-Day survivor "Papa Jake" Larson shared his World War II memories with millions online.
D-Day survivor "Papa Jake" Larson shared his World War II memories with millions online.
Tinder launches new biometric face scan verification
Tinder rolled out the new security measure in California on Monday.
Tinder rolled out the new security measure in California on Monday.
YouTube raising minimum age for live streaming to 16
Starting July 22, YouTube will require users to be at least 16 years old to live stream on their own, tightening safety restrictions for teen creators.
Starting July 22, YouTube will require users to be at least 16 years old to live stream on their own, tightening safety restrictions for teen creators.
WhatsApp to start showing ads: What to know
WhatsApp announced it will begin displaying ads in the app’s Updates tab as part of Meta’s effort to generate more revenue.
WhatsApp announced it will begin displaying ads in the app’s Updates tab as part of Meta’s effort to generate more revenue.
Northwestern study analyzes viral teen skincare routines on TikTok
A new Northwestern Medicine study examines viral skin care routines posted by teens on TikTok.
A new Northwestern Medicine study examines viral skin care routines posted by teens on TikTok.
White Sox fans react to new deal that could lead to ownership change | ChicagoNOW
The Chicago White Sox announced Thursday that team chairman Jerry Reinsdorf and billionaire investor Justin Ishbia have reached a long-term investment agreement that could lead to a future ownership change.
The Chicago White Sox announced Thursday that team chairman Jerry Reinsdorf and billionaire investor Justin Ishbia have reached a long-term investment agreement that could lead to a future ownership change.
Star Wars legend Mark Hamill chats with Jake about Chicago, new film | ChicagoNOW
Mark Hamill is trading galaxies for the Windy City, opening up about his latest movie and his longtime love for Chicago in a new interview with FOX 32?s Jake Hamilton.
Mark Hamill is trading galaxies for the Windy City, opening up about his latest movie and his longtime love for Chicago in a new interview with FOX 32?s Jake Hamilton.
Top 5 reactions to someone bringing Malort to Vatican City | ChicagoNOW
Someone on Reddit decided to bring Malort to Vatican City. And the reactions did not disappoint.
Someone on Reddit decided to bring Malort to Vatican City. And the reactions did not disappoint.
Teen goes viral after working Burger King shift following graduation |ChicagoNOW
A GoFundMe has raised tons of money for the Metro Atlanta teen who went to work after his graduation!
A GoFundMe has raised tons of money for the Metro Atlanta teen who went to work after his graduation!
Social media use triples depression symptoms for pre-teens: Study
A new cohort study from JAMA Network Open found that social media use in early adolescence is linked to significantly increased depressive symptoms over time—tripling the odds of mental health struggles in pre-teens.
A new cohort study from JAMA Network Open found that social media use in early adolescence is linked to significantly increased depressive symptoms over time—tripling the odds of mental health struggles in pre-teens.
James Comey calls Secret Service probe over beach photo ‘a distraction’
Former FBI director James Comey says he’s baffled that a beach photo he posted led to accusations of threatening Donald Trump—and an in-person interview with the Secret Service.
Former FBI director James Comey says he’s baffled that a beach photo he posted led to accusations of threatening Donald Trump—and an in-person interview with the Secret Service.
Pres. Trump signs 'Take It Down Act' bill designed to fight AI deepfakes, revenge porn
President Donald Trump was joined by First Lady Melania Trump on Monday afternoon to sign a bill targeting non-censual images, including deepfakes made with artificial intelligence and revenge porn.
President Donald Trump was joined by First Lady Melania Trump on Monday afternoon to sign a bill targeting non-censual images, including deepfakes made with artificial intelligence and revenge porn.
Ex-FBI Chief James Comey being investigated over Trump social media post
The former FBI chief deleted the Instagram post explaining that there were no bad intentions.
The former FBI chief deleted the Instagram post explaining that there were no bad intentions.
New coaster at Six Flags Great America in Gurnee sparks YouTube deep dive | ChicagoNOW
Six Flags Great America is debuting a new coaster this summer, which led to Anthony and Kaitlin going on a deep dive of YouTube videos.
Six Flags Great America is debuting a new coaster this summer, which led to Anthony and Kaitlin going on a deep dive of YouTube videos.



















