ShotSpotter up for debate at Chicago City Council meeting
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City Council members will debate whether or not to keep ShotSpotter, a technology used to detect gunfire in Chicago. Mayor Brandon Johnson said he will not renew the contract, but some aldermen are fighting for it to stay.

Wearable smart devices pose cybersecurity risks
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Devices like smartwatches help users track their fitness, sleep, health and more. While they provide consumers with information, many of these devices are collecting a lot of user data, creating vulnerabilities for cyberattacks.

OpenAI accused of mimicking Scarlett Johansson, tech company pauses ChatGPT voice

Is that "Her?" Scarlett Johansson was "angered and in disbelief" by OpenAI over its ChatGPT app's voice, Sky, noting it uses a voice very similar to hers.

Arlington Heights students showcase innovative apps at John Hersey High School

High school students from Arlington Heights had the opportunity to showcase their tech skills by presenting over 70 newly developed apps on Monday.

'Vision Voice' app helps individuals with visual impairments
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High school students from Arlington Heights had the opportunity to showcase their tech skills by presenting over 70 newly developed apps on Monday.

Navigating technology etiquette in the digital world
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People of all ages are constantly on their phones. Fox News' Sue Guzman reports on proper technology etiquette in public.

Social media influencers spread misinformation about birth control pills
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New York Times journalist Alisha Haridasani Gupta set out to disprove misinformation trending on social media about women quitting birth control pills. Gupta said many influencers are going on social media and giving medical advice when they are not experts.

Apple IOS eye tracking will let you control an iPhone with your eyes

New features coming to Apple IOS 18 later this year will allow users to control their iPhone with their eyes and offer a way for deaf or hard of hearing users to experience music.

'One chip challenge' caused teen's death, autopsy concludes

The "one chip challenge" tested one’s ability to eat the spicy chip without drinking any liquids to relieve the burning sensation.

Celebrity ‘blockout’ is social media protest over Gaza

Some social media users are calling out celebrities for what they say is inaction in the face of a humanitarian crisis in Gaza — and they’ve taken to a “blockout” to pressure the stars to take a stand.

Endeavor Health's Glenbrook Hospital opens state-of-the-art cardiac care facility

An aging population is one reason why doctors at Endeavor Health are taking cardiac care to a new level. They did so by opening a "hospital within a hospital."

State-of-the-art cardiac care facility opens in Glenbrook
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An aging population is one reason why doctors at Endeavor Health are taking cardiac care to a new level. They did so by opening a "hospital within a hospital."

OpenAI to announce a search engine to rival Google: report

Google is the king among search engines, but OpenAI is reportedly looking to launch an AI-powered search engine to rival the platform where "google" became a verb. 

Solar storm disrupts GPS signals critical for farmers

The solar storm brought unbelievable Northern Lights to much of the U.S. this weekend – but also some serious technical problems that will likely affect farmers’ crops this season.

‘Get Ready With Me’ TikTok star announces own death in final video

Popular TikTok creator Dr. Kimberley Nix announced her own death in a heartfelt final video titled "Get Ready with Me, One Last Time," where she shared her journey with metastatic sarcoma and encouraged new followers to learn from her experiences.

Online predators exploit gaming apps to target teens
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In a FOX 32 Special Report, Terrence Lee found out where your child is most likely to encounter an online predator these days.

Self-driving wheelchairs could soon be reality, inspiring independence for users

You've probably heard about self-driving cars, but what about self-driving wheelchairs? New technology offering increased mobility is being tested now in Chicago.