Here's how Americans say they're using AI, according to poll

Most adults in the United States are using AI to search for information or if they need help coming up with ideas, AP NORC's poll found.

Suburban dad goes viral as 'Husband TikTok,' lands collabs with celebs like Landon Barker and Young Gravy

A suburban dad with a full-time job in transportation and four kids, including twin infants, Schenberg initially posted videos just for fun during the early days of the pandemic. But what started as a creative outlet quickly turned into a viral sensation.

Is that 'thirst trap' helping or hurting you? Expert shares advice
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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.

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.

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.

'Latinas in Tech' shaping Chicago's future?here's how
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During Tech Chicago Week, Zimri Rodriguez shares how Latinas in Tech is building community, boosting representation, and helping Latina women thrive in the city?s growing tech industry.

AI tools that can help parents save time and stress less | ChicagoNOW
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Al is reshaping everything, from how we work to how we parent. For busy families, it's not just about keeping up; it's about finding ways to save time, reduce stress, and create more meaningful moments with your kids. Cognitiv CEO and Co-founder Jeremy Fain explains the real ways Al can help parents, not replace them.

There's a new second-richest person in the world

Larry Ellison, co-founder and chief technology officer for Oracle, is now the second-richest person on Earth.

AI may be contributing to increase in data breaches, new report shows

Data breaches are up in 2025, according to a new report and researchers call the use of artificial intelligence in attempted data breaches an “emerging threat."

Why soft skills matter more than ever in the AI era | ChicagoNOW
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AI is changing the way we work, from automating everyday tasks to helping us make sense of big data, but there's one thing it still can't do: be human. HIREWELL partner James Hornick explains the growing importance of human skills like empathy and how you can showcase them in your career.