Hundreds speak out as Joliet considers largest data center in state
The project could create about 10,000 construction jobs but far fewer permanent positions, and would require significant water and electricity.
The project could create about 10,000 construction jobs but far fewer permanent positions, and would require significant water and electricity.
Boycott movement against ChatGPT grows amid OpenAI's Pentagon deal
An organization called QuitGPT claims that as of this week, more than 2.5 million people have either canceled their ChatGPT subscriptions, pledged to stop using the app or shared news of their boycott on social media.
An organization called QuitGPT claims that as of this week, more than 2.5 million people have either canceled their ChatGPT subscriptions, pledged to stop using the app or shared news of their boycott on social media.
AI is reshaping how meteorologists forecast the weather
Will AI replace meteorologists? Experts weigh in on the future of forecasting.
Will AI replace meteorologists? Experts weigh in on the future of forecasting.
AI reshapes how meteorologists forecast weather
Will AI replace meteorologists? Experts weigh in on the future of forecasting.
Will AI replace meteorologists? Experts weigh in on the future of forecasting.
Aurora to hold meeting on data centers
Aurora might be getting data centers and city officials want to set the rules early. The city is inviting the public to weigh in on how they affect the community.
Aurora might be getting data centers and city officials want to set the rules early. The city is inviting the public to weigh in on how they affect the community.
Chicago students dive into blockchain technology at hands-on camp
At an innovative tech camp, Chicago students are learning how blockchain works and how it supports cryptocurrency.
At an innovative tech camp, Chicago students are learning how blockchain works and how it supports cryptocurrency.
Amazon launches drone delivery in Matteson and Markham
Amazon is taking deliveries to another level soon. In Chicago's south suburbs, you could get your package dropped from the sky.
Amazon is taking deliveries to another level soon. In Chicago's south suburbs, you could get your package dropped from the sky.
Anthropic resists Pentagon demand for full access to Claude AI tool
AI company Anthropic says it will not grant the Department of War unrestricted access to its AI system “Claude,” citing concerns about potential surveillance and warfare applications, as data privacy expert Harry Maugans of Privacy Bee weighs in on how the technology could be used, what legal protections exist for Americans, and whether the government could compel broader access.
AI company Anthropic says it will not grant the Department of War unrestricted access to its AI system “Claude,” citing concerns about potential surveillance and warfare applications, as data privacy expert Harry Maugans of Privacy Bee weighs in on how the technology could be used, what legal protections exist for Americans, and whether the government could compel broader access.
iPods making a comeback | ChicagoNOW
Google trends says E-Bay searches for the iPod Classic and iPod Nano spiked more than 20% last year. Younger generations are possibly trying to get their hands on them to get around school phone bans. The iPod was discontinued in 2022.
Google trends says E-Bay searches for the iPod Classic and iPod Nano spiked more than 20% last year. Younger generations are possibly trying to get their hands on them to get around school phone bans. The iPod was discontinued in 2022.
Apple launches new tool to make sure users on some apps are at least 18 years old
Apple announced a new age verification tool in the U.S. and abroad to ensure users wishing to download certain apps are at least 18 years old.
Apple announced a new age verification tool in the U.S. and abroad to ensure users wishing to download certain apps are at least 18 years old.
Trump pushes big tech to cover data center power costs amid AI energy surge
President Donald Trump says major tech companies must pay for the growing electricity demands of AI-driven data centers, while Democrats — including Bernie Sanders — argue the plan won’t fully address rising energy costs and warn of broader economic impacts as the U.S. competes with China in the AI race.
President Donald Trump says major tech companies must pay for the growing electricity demands of AI-driven data centers, while Democrats — including Bernie Sanders — argue the plan won’t fully address rising energy costs and warn of broader economic impacts as the U.S. competes with China in the AI race.
U.S. Postal Inspection Service helping consumers fight AI-related and online scams
The U.S. Postal Inspection Service (USPIS) is urging consumers to look out for red flags — and reminding them not to feel ashamed if they fall victim to an internet scam.
The U.S. Postal Inspection Service (USPIS) is urging consumers to look out for red flags — and reminding them not to feel ashamed if they fall victim to an internet scam.
Father's viral TikTok brings thousands of Latinos to national donor database
A father posted his first TikTok this month, in a last-ditch effort to find a bone marrow donor for his teenage son. His plea to the Latino community to join the National Marrow Donor Program went viral, and encouraged thousands of people to sign up.
A father posted his first TikTok this month, in a last-ditch effort to find a bone marrow donor for his teenage son. His plea to the Latino community to join the National Marrow Donor Program went viral, and encouraged thousands of people to sign up.
Naperville residents rally against data center plan | ChicagoLIVE
Rich Janor, a Naperville resident who organized opposition efforts, said community concerns about diesel generators, air quality and zoning played a key role in the City Council’s decision to vote down the proposal.
Rich Janor, a Naperville resident who organized opposition efforts, said community concerns about diesel generators, air quality and zoning played a key role in the City Council’s decision to vote down the proposal.
Mark Zuckerberg to testify in landmark social media addiction trial
Meta Platforms CEO Mark Zuckerberg is set to take the stand in a California courtroom as a jury considers claims that platforms like Facebook and Instagram were designed to addict young users, while fellow defendants YouTube and others face mounting scrutiny after TikTok and Snap Inc. reached settlements.
Meta Platforms CEO Mark Zuckerberg is set to take the stand in a California courtroom as a jury considers claims that platforms like Facebook and Instagram were designed to addict young users, while fellow defendants YouTube and others face mounting scrutiny after TikTok and Snap Inc. reached settlements.
Is YouTube, YouTubeTV down? Streaming platform issue resolved after tens of thousands reported outage
Tens of thousands of people reported issues with both YouTube and YouTubeTV on Tuesday evening, according to Downdetector.com.
Tens of thousands of people reported issues with both YouTube and YouTubeTV on Tuesday evening, according to Downdetector.com.
Protecting jobs in the age of AI — Senate candidates outline their plans | Chicago Report Debates
FOX Chicago’s Paris Schutz asks the Senate candidates how they would promote responsible development of AI technology without wiping out jobs.
FOX Chicago’s Paris Schutz asks the Senate candidates how they would promote responsible development of AI technology without wiping out jobs.
Girls 4 Science program inspires young women to explore STEM careers
The Girls 4 Science organization is giving girls ages 10–18 hands-on STEM experiences and opening doors to future opportunities.
The Girls 4 Science organization is giving girls ages 10–18 hands-on STEM experiences and opening doors to future opportunities.
Is X down? Thousands of users report issues with social media platform
The reported issues with X are affecting thousands of users on Monday. Here's what we know.
The reported issues with X are affecting thousands of users on Monday. Here's what we know.
Chicago suburb warns of AI voice cloning scams that impersonate loved ones
A Chicago-area police department is warning residents about a new scam using artificial intelligence to clone voices and impersonate loved ones.
A Chicago-area police department is warning residents about a new scam using artificial intelligence to clone voices and impersonate loved ones.