Social media influences children to adopt skincare routines
Children as young as 10 years old are taking to social media to share their skincare and makeup routines. Dermatologist Lauren Fine explains what's healthy and what's not for tweens developing their routines.
What is the Scandinavian sleep method?
The Scandinavian sleep method went viral on TikTok after one creator from across the pond showed how to make the bed. This method includes two separate comforters for couples who share a bed.
Wedding at the Chicago Rat Hole goes viral
The Chicago Rat Hole in Roscoe Village has been making its rounds on social media as rodent fans visit and pay tribute.
Wedding at the Chicago Rat Hole goes viral
The Chicago Rat Hole in Roscoe Village has been making its rounds on social media as rodent fans visit and pay tribute.
Starbucks pink Stanley cups: Shoppers line up at Targets at 3 a.m.
Crowds are lining up as early as 3 a.m. at Targets for their chance to get their hands on the exclusive pink "Galentine's Day" Starbucks Stanley cups.
Virginia officials inspect TikTok tunnel girl's viral project
A Virginia woman is gaining notoriety online after documenting a home project of digging a tunnel underneath her suburban home.
Social media companies earned $11 billion in ad revenue from minors, Harvard study shows
Researchers say the findings show a need for government regulation of social media since the companies that stand to make money from children who use their platforms have failed to meaningfully self-regulate.
Illinois singer to release new single after gaining attention on social media
Singer/songwriter from Morris, Tori Prickett is releasing her new single "Wings Up" on Friday. The Illinois native joined Good Day Chicago with a sneak peak of the new song.
TikTok's 'jawline doctor' gives tips on how to delete that double chin
Not a fan of your double chin? A local plastic surgeon is telling us ways to get rid of it without surgery.
Nearly 1 in 5 teens use TikTok, YouTube 'almost constantly,’ survey finds
Seven in ten teens said they visit YouTube daily, including 16% who reported being on the site almost constantly.
TikTok, Meta, X CEOs to testify before US Senate on child safety in January
The Senate Judiciary Committee is holding a hearing scheduled for Jan. 31 where five major social media platform CEOs will testify on online child exploitation.
'I love you all': Retiring pilot goes viral for tearful speech, before final flight takes off from Florida
A retiring pilot has gone viral on TikTok for a heartwarming, tearful speech he gave during his last flight that took off from Fort Myers, Florida.
TikTok videos praising Osama Bin Laden go viral
The Guardian removed Osama bin Laden's infamous "Letter to America" this week as the words of the terrorist mastermind behind the attacks of September 11, 2001, went viral after being unearthed by social media users.
The Guardian removes Osama bin Laden's ‘Letter to America’ after TikTok influencers unearth pro-terror screed
The Guardian removed Osama bin Laden's infamous "Letter to America" this week as the words of the terrorist mastermind behind the attacks of September 11, 2001, went viral after being unearthed by social media users.
Local TikTok star Ismail Taher hosts turkey giveaway
Local TikTok star Ismail Taher joins Good Day Chicago to preview his second annual turkey giveaway.
TikTok is shutting down its $2 billion Creator Fund
Here's how to make money on TikTok using the platform's newer Creativity Program.
'Budget Ozempic' is the latest dangerous TikTok trend
Dr. Sharon Giese, a board certified plastic surgeon, talks about the dangers of the "Budget Ozempic" trend that is making the rounds on TikTok
Florida sheriff clarifies after woman claims arrest for paying flower vendor on TikTok
A Florida sheriff is clarifying an incident where a woman claimed to be arrested for paying a flower vendor in a TikTok video. Annika Olson was arrested for refusing to comply with police orders and interfering with an investigation into a vendor violating a county ordinance.
Teens running through fences in 'Kool-Aid man' challenge
Homeowners are reporting damaged fences because of the "Kool-Aid man" challenge.
'Kool-Aid man challenge' resurfacing in Indiana
A warning from police in Dyer, Indiana Monday who say they've been noticing the resurgence of a potentially dangerous viral trend among teens imitating a popular character.