Ventra app hit with more issues during morning rush
More issues impacted the Ventra app Thursday morning with some Metra riders unable to purchase mobile tickets.
More issues impacted the Ventra app Thursday morning with some Metra riders unable to purchase mobile tickets.
Company behind ShotSpotter responds to Chicago controversy
The entity responsible for the ShotSpotter technology released a statement Thursday following Chicago's decision not to extend its contract with the company.
The entity responsible for the ShotSpotter technology released a statement Thursday following Chicago's decision not to extend its contract with the company.
CEO of SoundThinking responds to Chicago's decision on ShotSpotter contract
The entity responsible for the ShotSpotter technology released a statement Thursday following Chicago's decision not to extend its contract with the company.
The entity responsible for the ShotSpotter technology released a statement Thursday following Chicago's decision not to extend its contract with the company.
YouTube turns 19: Look back at the first video ever posted
The domain name YouTube.com, which ultimately became the social media platform and website for sharing videos, was registered on February 14, 2005.
The domain name YouTube.com, which ultimately became the social media platform and website for sharing videos, was registered on February 14, 2005.
Mental health benefits of sitting alone in your car
People are sounding off on social media about how good it feels to just sit alone in your car. Health experts say time of intention is good for the mind and it's always important to take moments of solitude.
People are sounding off on social media about how good it feels to just sit alone in your car. Health experts say time of intention is good for the mind and it's always important to take moments of solitude.
Facebook's new 'chirping' sound was a mistake; here's how to turn it off
Want to stop the Facebook “chirping" sound as you scroll through your feed? Here’s how.
Want to stop the Facebook “chirping" sound as you scroll through your feed? Here’s how.
WM Phoenix Open fans take to social media over pause on entry and stoppage of alcohol sales
Fans are taking to social media about Saturday's experience at the WM Phoenix Open, saying alcohol, food and water sales are stopped and that tickets weren't being scanned at the entrance. At around 2 p.m., organizers stopped letting people in due to "larger than usual crowds."
Fans are taking to social media about Saturday's experience at the WM Phoenix Open, saying alcohol, food and water sales are stopped and that tickets weren't being scanned at the entrance. At around 2 p.m., organizers stopped letting people in due to "larger than usual crowds."
Here are the new emojis coming to iPhones
New emojis are coming to iPhone operating systems this April. Here's a look at some of them, with nearly 100 expected.
New emojis are coming to iPhone operating systems this April. Here's a look at some of them, with nearly 100 expected.
Meta announces new artificial intelligence policy
As altered images and so-called "Deepfakes" become more common, at least one big tech giant is hoping to show the feds it can regulate itself. Meta has announced new rules for labeling AI-generated images. But, will it be enough to win over critics?
As altered images and so-called "Deepfakes" become more common, at least one big tech giant is hoping to show the feds it can regulate itself. Meta has announced new rules for labeling AI-generated images. But, will it be enough to win over critics?
Do not wear your Apple Vision Pro headset while driving, company says
Following the release of Apple Vision Pro, many consumers have been spotted testing out the device in any way they can.
Following the release of Apple Vision Pro, many consumers have been spotted testing out the device in any way they can.
Facebook turns 20: Here's what else was happening in 2004
The launch of Facebook was one of the biggest moments in the U.S. in the last 20 years, and here’s a look back at some of the other events in news and pop culture that made headlines in 2004.
The launch of Facebook was one of the biggest moments in the U.S. in the last 20 years, and here’s a look back at some of the other events in news and pop culture that made headlines in 2004.
Spotify tattoos: What to know about the popular trend on TikTok
While Spotify codes launched in 2017, Spotify tattoos have become a viral trend on social media.
While Spotify codes launched in 2017, Spotify tattoos have become a viral trend on social media.
Senator Dick Durbin unveils $10 million grant for Chicago's green initiative
Illinois Democratic Senator Dick Durbin is announcing a grant this Friday that will help the city go green.
Illinois Democratic Senator Dick Durbin is announcing a grant this Friday that will help the city go green.
Ventra app still plagued with issues for Metra, CTA commuters
Commuters using the Ventra app were still experiencing problems Friday nearly a day after technical issued plagued the launch of Metra's new ticketing changes.
Commuters using the Ventra app were still experiencing problems Friday nearly a day after technical issued plagued the launch of Metra's new ticketing changes.
Expert talks challenges to taking legal action over social media
There is a recent push to protect kids on social media, and a local expert is weighing in on legal action.
There is a recent push to protect kids on social media, and a local expert is weighing in on legal action.
Tween skincare craze causes concerns from parents, dermatologists
The tween skincare craze is taking over social media and the beauty aisle with kids stocking up on skincare products before middle school. The trend is raising red flags for both parents and dermatologists. Christina Coleman has the story.
The tween skincare craze is taking over social media and the beauty aisle with kids stocking up on skincare products before middle school. The trend is raising red flags for both parents and dermatologists. Christina Coleman has the story.
Congress keeps putting big tech in the spotlight
There is a renewed push for legislation to reign in social media.
There is a renewed push for legislation to reign in social media.
Parents of Chicago teen cyber-bullied to death speak out after Senate hearing
Rose and Rob Bronstein traveled from Chicago to Capitol Hill on Wednesday to represent their 15-year-old son, Nate. They sat next to hundreds of others who have lost loved ones and blame the involvement of social media.
Rose and Rob Bronstein traveled from Chicago to Capitol Hill on Wednesday to represent their 15-year-old son, Nate. They sat next to hundreds of others who have lost loved ones and blame the involvement of social media.
Parents of Chicago teen cyber-bullied to death speak out after Senate hearing
The Senate crowd was filled with parents, including two�Chicago�parents, of bullied victims.
The Senate crowd was filled with parents, including two�Chicago�parents, of bullied victims.
Meta, TikTok, other social media CEOs testify before Senate Judiciary Committee on child exploitation
The CEOs of Meta, TikTok, X and other social media companies have testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee about child safety on their platforms.
The CEOs of Meta, TikTok, X and other social media companies have testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee about child safety on their platforms.