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Six Flags Great America is debuting a new coaster this summer, which led to Anthony and Kaitlin going on a deep dive of YouTube videos.
FBI warns of 764, an online network that targets children
The FBI is warning parents of the online network called 764 which targets vulnerable children.
Viral 'Chromebook challenge' prompts warnings from school districts
A middle school student in Connecticut was reportedly hospitalized after a fire started by the “Chromebook challenge."
Local family uses global travel to inspire empowerment across generations
Dr. Chela Chomicki and her daughter, Olivia, share how their international adventures have become a powerful tool for education, bonding, and inspiring girls everywhere?earning Olivia recognition from royalty.
From YouTube employee to creator: Jon Youshaei on making social media your job
Former YouTube and Instagram insider Jon Youshaei says it’s more possible than ever to turn content creation into a full-time job — if you have the right plan.
Step-by-step blueprint to becoming a successful YouTuber, from someone who?s done it
More than half of Gen Z wants to be YouTubers, and Jon Youshaei ? a former YouTube and Instagram employee turned full-time creator ? is breaking down how to actually make it happen.
'Bigorexia' is gaining attention as more boys try to bulk up
You have probably heard of the eating disorder anorexia, but have you heard of bigorexia?
'Bigorexia' is gaining attention as more boys try to bulk up
You have probably heard of the eating disorder anorexia, but have you heard of bigorexia?
Feds to screen social media of migrants, foreign students for antisemitic activity
The Department of Homeland Security announced it will now factor antisemitic social media activity and harassment of Jewish individuals into immigration decisions for non-U.S. citizens.
Illinois bill would require birthdate registration for new devices to shield kids from adult content
Illinois may soon require you to enter your birthdate when buying a phone to help block adult content for kids.
Illinois bill would require birthdate registration for new phones to shield kids from adult content
Illinois may soon require you to enter your birthdate when buying a phone to help block adult content for kids.
Illinois bill would deny children access to adult websites, apps
A new bill in Springfield has support from law enforcement saying it will protect children from harmful content, but some are asking if it's an infringement on their privacy rights.
Chicago woman goes viral after 'cherry moment'
She said Chicago has wrapped its arms around her since the viral moment!
Meta to stop fact-checking in the US on April 7 — Community Notes to take over
Meta will officially shut down its third-party fact-checking in the US on April 7, replacing it with a user-driven Community Notes system. Experts warn the shift could change how misinformation spreads on Facebook and Instagram.
What detoxing from social media can do to your brain
Stepping away from screens and taking a social media detox can do a lot of good for your mental and physical health and an increasing number of people are trying to become less dependent on their phones. Tiege Dooley-Panko, the creator of the Social Media Detox, joined Good Day Chicago.
Chicagohenge 2025: The breathtaking sunset phenomenon
In a FOX 32 special report, Emily Wahls explores the phenomenon drawing photographers to downtown in droves.
Snapchat briefly goes down for users, according to Downdetector
Snapchat users reported outages on Thursday night, with Downdetector showing a spike in issues and complaints surfacing on social media.
New fact-checks coming to Facebook: Here's when
Meta will begin testing Community Notes, a crowdsourced fact-checking system for Facebook and Instagram, on March 18. The new program replaces traditional fact-checking, a move that has sparked concern from media experts.
Is X down? Elon Musk claims ‘massive cyberattack’
Elon Musk said Monday that his social media platform X was hit with a cyberattack.
Illinois' most Googled text slang: 'PMO' and 'OTP' top the list for 2025
If you've ever found yourself puzzled by text abbreviations like "PMO" or "ICL," you're not alone.