Teens turning to TikTok to self-diagnose mental health issues
Young people are turning to social media to research mental health conditions and are self-diagnosing themselves at an increasing rate, a new study found. Here’s what to know.
Young people are turning to social media to research mental health conditions and are self-diagnosing themselves at an increasing rate, a new study found. Here’s what to know.
Tips on keeping kids safe from online dangers
Parents are growing more and more concerned about dangers on the web. A digital safety expert details ways parents can help keep their kids safe.
Parents are growing more and more concerned about dangers on the web. A digital safety expert details ways parents can help keep their kids safe.
Biden, Xi Jinping speak on phone amidst rising tensions
For the first time since their high-stakes meeting in November, President Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping are checking in, speaking on the phone on Tuesday.
For the first time since their high-stakes meeting in November, President Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping are checking in, speaking on the phone on Tuesday.
TikTok beauty trends that are actually worth it
Some skincare and beauty trans are fads and could waste your money, while others might actually be on to something. Nurse Practitioner Brittony Croasdell recommends staying away from things like DIY chemical peels. She also says sunscreen makeup trends are a great idea.
Some skincare and beauty trans are fads and could waste your money, while others might actually be on to something. Nurse Practitioner Brittony Croasdell recommends staying away from things like DIY chemical peels. She also says sunscreen makeup trends are a great idea.
Google to delete billions of 'Incognito' browsing data after lawsuit
Google has committed to deleting billions of records containing personal information gathered from over 136 million internet users in the United States who browse through its Chrome web browser.
Google has committed to deleting billions of records containing personal information gathered from over 136 million internet users in the United States who browse through its Chrome web browser.
AT&T says data breach has impacted millions of customers
AT&T says it has begun notifying millions of customers about the theft of personal data recently discovered online.
AT&T says it has begun notifying millions of customers about the theft of personal data recently discovered online.
Digital detox: Leave your phone alone when you're on vacation
Here are some tips on actually enjoying your vacation and not worrying about your phone!
Here are some tips on actually enjoying your vacation and not worrying about your phone!
Elite robotics camp brings in students from around the world
Some of the brightest young minds have been meeting in Aurora this week for an elite robotics camp.
Some of the brightest young minds have been meeting in Aurora this week for an elite robotics camp.
White House issues first A.I. regulations
The Biden Administration is making moves to combat the misuse of artificial intelligence.
The Biden Administration is making moves to combat the misuse of artificial intelligence.
A.I. straining national power grid
As technology continues to evolve, the national power grid is being impacted.
As technology continues to evolve, the national power grid is being impacted.
Controversy at Harvey City Council meeting over video posted by alderwoman
A crowded Harvey City Council meeting was underway Monday night.
A crowded Harvey City Council meeting was underway Monday night.
Apologies to Kate Middleton roll in after cancer diagnosis revealed
Several celebrities have offered remorse for their part in the internet speculation about Kate’s wellbeing – and many on the internet are calling for official public apologies from several more.
Several celebrities have offered remorse for their part in the internet speculation about Kate’s wellbeing – and many on the internet are calling for official public apologies from several more.
Instagram stopped recommending political content – now social media users are noticing
Instagram changed its political content algorithm in February, but users are taking note now. Here's how to change the settings on the app.
Instagram changed its political content algorithm in February, but users are taking note now. Here's how to change the settings on the app.
Museum uses AI to tell veterans' stories
The National World War II Museum in New Orleans is using artificial intelligence to connect the past and present.
The National World War II Museum in New Orleans is using artificial intelligence to connect the past and present.
Illinois bill moves ahead to protect kids online
At the heart of the discussion is "Sammy's Law," named after 16-year-old Sammy Chapman who tragically died in 2021 from drugs he purchased on Snapchat that were laced with fentanyl.
At the heart of the discussion is "Sammy's Law," named after 16-year-old Sammy Chapman who tragically died in 2021 from drugs he purchased on Snapchat that were laced with fentanyl.
'Sammy's Law': Fight for social media safety measures echoes in Springfield
At the heart of the discussion is "Sammy's Law," named after 16-year-old Sammy Chapman who tragically died in 2021 from drugs he purchased on Snapchat that were laced with fentanyl.
At the heart of the discussion is "Sammy's Law," named after 16-year-old Sammy Chapman who tragically died in 2021 from drugs he purchased on Snapchat that were laced with fentanyl.
'Sammy's Law': Fight for social media safety measures in Illinois
The fight to increase safety measures on social media is gaining traction in Springfield.
The fight to increase safety measures on social media is gaining traction in Springfield.
'Sammy's Law' would add extra safety measures for children online
There is a hearing today in Springfield on a new Illinois law that would require extra safety measures on any social media platorm that has children as users. It's called "Sammy's Law," named after Sammy Chapman who died in 2021 from drugs he purchased on snapchat that were laced with fentynol.
There is a hearing today in Springfield on a new Illinois law that would require extra safety measures on any social media platorm that has children as users. It's called "Sammy's Law," named after Sammy Chapman who died in 2021 from drugs he purchased on snapchat that were laced with fentynol.
'Micro shorts' from Free People get mocked by consumers on social media
The fashion brand’s shorts got ridiculed on social media after images of the new collection were released earlier this month.
The fashion brand’s shorts got ridiculed on social media after images of the new collection were released earlier this month.
Hubbard Inn sues woman who claimed in viral video that staff assaulted her
A River North restaurant is suing a woman who posted a viral video claiming she was manhandled by the establishment’s security and thrown down stairs.
A River North restaurant is suing a woman who posted a viral video claiming she was manhandled by the establishment’s security and thrown down stairs.