Across America: TikTok influencer charged with murder
These are today's stories from across America.
Illinois joins 13 states and D.C. in lawsuit against TikTok over mental health concerns for children
Illinois has joined forces with 13 other states and the District of Columbia to sue TikTok, alleging that the app harms the mental health of children.
TikTok faces lawsuit from Illinois and 13 other states over impact on children’s mental health
Illinois has joined forces with 13 other states and the District of Columbia to sue TikTok, alleging that the app harms the mental health of children.
States sue TikTok over claims it's addictive, harmful to children
More than a dozen states and the District of Columbia have filed lawsuits against TikTok on Tuesday.
More Americans are regularly getting news on TikTok, Pew Research finds
TikTok users are now more likely to get news from TikTok than Facebook users are to get news from Facebook, the survey found.
TikTok court hearing happening on Monday
Will TikTok be banned in the United States after all? Oral arguments are set to begin Monday in federal court.
TikTok star devastated after learning viral phrase no longer belongs to her
The new trend on social media has racked up millions of views on TikTok.
'Politics Girl' shares her takeaways ahead of DNC Day One
Popular podcaster and Tiktok star "Politics Girl" Leigh McGowan shares her thoughts on the current state American politics and what she's looking forward to from the Democratic National Convention.
'Demure:' What does it mean and why is it trending on TikTok?
TikTok users have recently used the word in videos to describe daily situations, and here’s why.
TikTok's future uncertain heading into presidential election
Vice president Kamala Harris and former president Donald Trump continue to use TikTok in their campaigns despite talks of a potential ban on the app.
Justice Department sues TikTok, accusing the company of violating a children's online privacy law
TikTok is accused in a lawsuit of violating a federal law requiring kid-oriented apps and websites to get parental consent before collecting personal information of children under 13 years old.
How a Chipotle delivery turned into an Arizona couple's wedding being paid off
An Arizona man delivering food to earn money for he and his fiancé's wedding got the surprise of a lifetime when a note he wrote went viral on TikTok. Donations poured in, covering the cost of their dream wedding.
Donald Trump appeals to younger voters on TikTok
Former President Donald Trump is using social media to appeal to younger voters ahead of the election this fall. His latest stunt: a collaboration with YouTube star Logan Paul.
Viral TikTok stars the Joseph family share their life story in new book
The idea of "traditional" nuclear families has evolved significantly since the 1950s. Changes in society have challenged old stereotypes in reality, but not always in people's minds. In tonight's Voice of Change, FOX 32's Terrence Lee sat down with a couple you might recognize who's helping break down negative stigmas around same-sex relationships. The Joseph's share their parenting journey with nearly three million followers on social media, opening hearts and minds. Now, the dads are sharing even more of their lives in a new book to get everyone talking openly.
‘Fake news’: Prom revenge murder story on TikTok debunked
A TikTok about a revenge murder at a prom was debunked by Michigan police, showing how easily fake news can be created and spread on social media. Here are some tips for spotting AI and disinformation.
Livonia prom revenge murder story is fake news, police say
A TikTok claiming that a man named Douglass Barnes murdered a girl named Samantha McCaffery at a prom at Livonia High School in Michigan is fake AI-generated news.
'I know a guy': Aberdeen inmate helps owner jump-start RV he allegedly stole in viral video
A video going viral on TikTok shows an Aberdeen City Jail inmate helping jump-start an RV he allegedly stole, but there's a much bigger story behind the 23-second clip.
Maryland teacher under investigation after viral TikTok of students taking out his braids
A teacher in Prince George's County is now under investigation after a video of his students taking out his braids went viral on TikTok.
TikTok files lawsuit over law that would force sale, ban in US
TikTok and its Chinese parent company ByteDance are suing the U.S. federal government over the recently-passed law that could ban the social media platform.
TikTok star Cooking With Darryl partners up with Pickle Haus
TikTok sensation and Algonquin's own Darryl Postelnick, better known as Cooking with Darryl, has partnered with Pickle Haus, the pickleball-focused eatertainment venue.