TikTok sensation pens new book 'Momma Cusses'
Social media sensation and first-time author Gwenna Laithland is known for her TikTok account Momma Cusses. Laithland wants other moms to know that it's okay to be imperfect.
Is TikTok being banned in the US? What to know ahead of House vote
TikTok could be banned in the U.S. under a bill that’s expected to pass the House on Wednesday, but it still has a long way to go in the Senate.
TikTok ban: House Republicans to vote Wednesday on app's future
House Republicans are moving ahead with a bill that would require Chinese company ByteDance to sell TikTok or face a ban in the United States even as former President Donald Trump is voicing opposition to the effort. House leadership has scheduled a vote on the measure for Wednesday.
Parents turn to 'smart firewalls' to monitor children's online activity
Watching over kids' online activity can be difficult, especially with so many devices. But more parents are turning to so-called "smart firewalls" to protect themselves and their kids.
Illinois congressman leads charge challenging TikTok, which could lead to a ban
A congressional committee unanimously advanced a bill that could prevent app stores from carrying the popular social media app TikTok.
Illinois congressman leads charge challenging TikTok, which could lead to a ban
A congressional committee unanimously advanced a bill that could prevent app stores from carrying the popular social media app TikTok.
TikTok ban? Illinois congressman leads charge challenging popular app
A congressional committee has advanced a bill that could prevent app stores from carrying the popular social media app TikTok.
Congress to vote on a bill that may lead to a TikTok ban
House lawmakers this week introduced a new bipartisan bill that would ban TikTok if its China-based parent company ByteDance doesn't divest its stake in the social media platform.
Suburban Chicago dog, postman go viral on social media
Postal workers and dogs are notorious for being enemies, but one local pair is breaking that stigma.
Thousands of parents sue TikTok over harm caused to children
The battle over social media regulation is only growing with time. Whether it's Congress or concerned parents, the heads of popular social media companies are repeatedly finding themselves on the defensive.
'Who TF Did I Marry?': Viral 50-part TikTok series explained
The series has flooded many TikTok users' feeds and has amassed nearly 200 million views. Here's everything you need to know.
Elgin barber generates buzz on TikTok with eye-opening transformations
A barber from Elgin is making a name for himself thanks to TikTok.
Elgin barber generates buzz on TikTok with eye-opening transformations
A barber from Elgin is making a name for himself thanks to TikTok.
Critics pounce after Biden joins TikTok
The Biden administration ordered government agencies to remove TikTok from federal government-owned phones and devices. Now, the Biden campaign is utilizing the platform and many are asking -- why now?
Florida man becomes overnight TikTok star with home repair video hacks
A Florida man has amassed 3 million followers on TikTok thanks to his highly sought out home repair hack videos.
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.
Big tech grilled on online child exploitation
Social media companies like Meta, X, TikTok and Snapchat testified in D.C. Wednesday after lawmakers moved to a law to protect children online. Families of children who were cyberbullied gathered at the hearing to support stronger laws.
Taylor Swift, Bad Bunny and other artists songs to be pulled from TikTok amid licensing battle with Universal
Universal Music Group, which represents superstars like Taylor Swift, Bad Bunny and Drake, has not reached a new deal with TikTok and will stop licensing content from these artists and others.
Durbin rips big tech, says they're not doing enough to protect children
Five tech CEOs are set to testify on Wednesday about the crisis of online child sexual exploitation. Ahead of the hearing, Illinois Senator Dick Durbin made clear his disappointment about what big tech companies have done so far.
Durbin rips big tech, says they're not doing enough to protect children
Five tech CEOs are set to testify on Wednesday about the crisis of online child sexual exploitation. Ahead of the hearing, Illinois Senator Dick Durbin made clear his disappointment about what big tech companies have done so far.