White Sox fans react to new deal that could lead to ownership change |  ChicagoNOW
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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
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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.

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.

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.

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.

Local family uses global travel to inspire empowerment across generations
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Dr. Chela Chomicki and her daughter, Olivia, share how their international adventures have become a powerful tool for education, bonding, and inspiring girls everywhere?earning Olivia recognition from royalty.

From YouTube employee to creator: Jon Youshaei on making social media your job

Former YouTube and Instagram insider Jon Youshaei says it’s more possible than ever to turn content creation into a full-time job — if you have the right plan.

Step-by-step blueprint to becoming a successful YouTuber, from someone who?s done it
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More than half of Gen Z wants to be YouTubers, and Jon Youshaei ? a former YouTube and Instagram employee turned full-time creator ? is breaking down how to actually make it happen.

Feds to screen social media of migrants, foreign students for antisemitic activity

The Department of Homeland Security announced it will now factor antisemitic social media activity and harassment of Jewish individuals into immigration decisions for non-U.S. citizens.

Illinois bill would deny children access to adult websites, apps
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A new bill in Springfield has support from law enforcement saying it will protect children from harmful content, but some are asking if it's an infringement on their privacy rights.