Glendale Heights Oktoberfest is happening, despite confusion
Despite conflicting social media posts, Glendale Heights Oktoberfest is happening as planned, bringing live music, food, drinks and German-inspired festivities to the western suburbs.
Despite conflicting social media posts, Glendale Heights Oktoberfest is happening as planned, bringing live music, food, drinks and German-inspired festivities to the western suburbs.
What could AI guardrails look like? Northwestern expert explains
Daniel Linna discusses possible government oversight of artificial intelligence, including safety standards, innovation concerns and whether dangerous models should be blocked.
Daniel Linna discusses possible government oversight of artificial intelligence, including safety standards, innovation concerns and whether dangerous models should be blocked.
Artificial intelligence: Lawmakers debate federal oversight as AI advances
Lawmakers on Capitol Hill are weighing artificial intelligence safety standards and federal oversight as tech leaders warn that development is moving faster than safeguards.
Lawmakers on Capitol Hill are weighing artificial intelligence safety standards and federal oversight as tech leaders warn that development is moving faster than safeguards.
Creepy 'Cat in the Hat' trend targets schools as costumed figure allegedly chases teen girl
Authorities report that a disturbing social media trend that has already led to several juvenile arrests. Some posters are using AI-generated, menacing versions of "The Cat in the Hat" to make online threats against local schools and students.
Authorities report that a disturbing social media trend that has already led to several juvenile arrests. Some posters are using AI-generated, menacing versions of "The Cat in the Hat" to make online threats against local schools and students.
Chicago school board candidates debate proposed AI ban
Chicago school board candidates are weighing a pledge that calls for a three-year pause on generative AI use, limits on screen time and stronger student data protections.
Chicago school board candidates are weighing a pledge that calls for a three-year pause on generative AI use, limits on screen time and stronger student data protections.
Congressman warns AI could pose serious risks to humanity
U.S. Rep. Bill Foster discusses growing concerns over AI, including security threats, job losses and the need for stronger safeguards as the technology rapidly advances.
U.S. Rep. Bill Foster discusses growing concerns over AI, including security threats, job losses and the need for stronger safeguards as the technology rapidly advances.
Data center dividends? Proposal could put money in nearby households
A Washington, D.C., think tank is proposing “data center dividends” that would send direct payments to households in counties hosting data centers as communities weigh their costs and benefits.
A Washington, D.C., think tank is proposing “data center dividends” that would send direct payments to households in counties hosting data centers as communities weigh their costs and benefits.
AI safety fears grow as experts warn technology could spiral out of control
A Northwestern University AI expert weighs in on growing fears about artificial intelligence, the risks of increasingly powerful systems and whether AI safety measures are keeping pace.
A Northwestern University AI expert weighs in on growing fears about artificial intelligence, the risks of increasingly powerful systems and whether AI safety measures are keeping pace.
Apple unveils foldable iPhone called Duo, iPhone 18 Pro lineup
Apple is making a major move into the future of smartphones. From its first-ever foldable iPhone to upgraded Pro models, here’s what Apple unveiled Wednesday.
Apple is making a major move into the future of smartphones. From its first-ever foldable iPhone to upgraded Pro models, here’s what Apple unveiled Wednesday.
Anthropic researchers warn advanced AI could ‘kill us all’
A former Anthropic researcher and two current employees are raising concerns about the risks of self-improving artificial intelligence and the need for stronger safeguards.
A former Anthropic researcher and two current employees are raising concerns about the risks of self-improving artificial intelligence and the need for stronger safeguards.
Zoox launches first airport robotaxi service in major milestone
Zoox has launched its first airport transportation service, allowing passengers to book rides in driverless robotaxis between an international airport and nearby destinations.
Zoox has launched its first airport transportation service, allowing passengers to book rides in driverless robotaxis between an international airport and nearby destinations.
Hikers who used AI to plan trip had to be rescued, authorities say
Three novice hikers from Roseville, California, were rescued from Mount Shasta after using Google’s Gemini AI to help plan their trip.
Three novice hikers from Roseville, California, were rescued from Mount Shasta after using Google’s Gemini AI to help plan their trip.
$882.4 million budget gap, CPS ban on AI | The Chicago Report
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson gave a budget update, saying Chicago is facing a $882.4 million budget gap. And, there's a push for a three-year ban on AI at Chicago Public Schools. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson gave a budget update, saying Chicago is facing a $882.4 million budget gap. And, there's a push for a three-year ban on AI at Chicago Public Schools. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
EPA proposal would make it harder for public to comment on data center plans
A plan by the Environmental Protection Agency could make it harder for the public to learn about and comment on proposed AI data centers.
A plan by the Environmental Protection Agency could make it harder for the public to learn about and comment on proposed AI data centers.
Are AI agents reaching consciousness or just mirroring us? | ChicagoLIVE
Is AI conscious, or is it just a reflection of us? Alex Radulovic, founder at PurpleOwl.IO, joined ChicagoLIVE to talk about the future of AI, common myths and how small businesses can adapt.
Is AI conscious, or is it just a reflection of us? Alex Radulovic, founder at PurpleOwl.IO, joined ChicagoLIVE to talk about the future of AI, common myths and how small businesses can adapt.
Tyler Perry steps in to pay nearly $18K lien for 81-year-old Markham woman after FOX Chicago report
Tyler Perry is stepping in to help an 81-year-old Markham woman who has been displaced from her longtime home for more than six months after her insurance company denied her water damage claim.
Tyler Perry is stepping in to help an 81-year-old Markham woman who has been displaced from her longtime home for more than six months after her insurance company denied her water damage claim.
Flock cameras: Public safety tool or privacy concern? Pt. 2
A former Secret Service agent and an ACLU of Illinois representative discuss the benefits, risks, and privacy concerns surrounding Flock cameras and where the line should be drawn between public safety and personal privacy.
A former Secret Service agent and an ACLU of Illinois representative discuss the benefits, risks, and privacy concerns surrounding Flock cameras and where the line should be drawn between public safety and personal privacy.
Apple Maps switches to ‘Lake America’ for some users
Apple has changed the name of Lake Ontario to Lake America in its popular Maps app, but only for users in the United States. The new name began appearing for users on Tuesday, just a day after the Trump administration revealed that it appealed directly to the tech giant to make the switch.
Apple has changed the name of Lake Ontario to Lake America in its popular Maps app, but only for users in the United States. The new name began appearing for users on Tuesday, just a day after the Trump administration revealed that it appealed directly to the tech giant to make the switch.
Lake Ontario or Lake America? For Google Maps, it depends
Not every mapping company is making the same choice. Another mapping company indicated that it will stick with Lake Ontario.
Not every mapping company is making the same choice. Another mapping company indicated that it will stick with Lake Ontario.
How recycling old electronics can help save endangered gorillas
Brookfield Zoo Chicago’s Kim Skelton explains how the Gorillas on the Line program recycles old electronics to help reduce mining pressure on gorilla habitats.
Brookfield Zoo Chicago’s Kim Skelton explains how the Gorillas on the Line program recycles old electronics to help reduce mining pressure on gorilla habitats.