Big changes are underway as Elon Musk officially takes control of Twitter
The deal finally came through and Elon Musk is working fast to remodel Twitter. Musk has gotten rid of the CEO, CFO and the head of policy.
Illinois Black Tie Scholarship Affair to help teens create pathway to success
This weekend, hundreds of people will be dressed to impress for the Black Tie Scholarship Affair in Illinois. The men behind the nationwide movement are joined Good Day Chicago to talk about it.
'Seinfeld's' John O'Hurley helps launch Q5id — tech tool that proves you're a human
Q5id is new tech tool that aims to make authentication easier. John O'Hurley explains how Q5id helps web users prove their identification and stay safe on the internet.
Now hiring: Your social media-savvy dog could earn up to $10K as ‘chief fluff officer’
“The hired Chief ‘Fluff’ dog should be comfortable showing off their best poses, sassy struts, tail wags, tricks and expressions," the company says.
Police: Deadly car crash may be linked to TikTok challenge
All five of the passengers were ejected from the vehicle, police said. Four of them, ranging in age from 14 to 17, were killed.
Tips for protecting yourself against political texting fraud
George Cray, senior vice president at iconectiv, talks about the increasing amount of text scams that are being sent out as election season gets underway.
Chicago police warn of armed robberies occurring through Facebook Marketplace, Offer Up
Chicago police have issued a warning regarding scams on "Facebook Marketplace" and “Offer Up,” after 19 robberies were reported in the Englewood neighborhood.
Chicago police warn of armed robberies through Facebook Marketplace, Offer Up
Chicago police have issued a warning regarding scams on "Facebook Marketplace" and “Offer Up,” after 19 robberies were reported in the Englewood neighborhood.
Survey finds majority of people want more guardrails on social media
Mana Ionescu from Lightspan Digital talks about what a new survey revealed about the calls for added protection from hate speech and harassment on social media platforms.
Netflix to begin monetizing account sharing in early 2023
Consumers sharing their Netflix account with family or friends outside their household will have to pay extra starting early next year.
Using social media to save money amid soaring prices
Many companies are taking to social media for marketing and promoting sales. Danielle Wiley, CEO of Sway Group. shares some tips on how to use social media to cut costs on everyday purchases.
Masked men use Facebook Marketplace to rob victims in Englewood: Chicago police
Since July police have seen nearly 20 robberies that involve social media resale apps like Facebook Marketplace and Offer Up.
Obama surprises Chicago students on field trip
Former President Obama sent a jolt of excitement through the room Tuesday afternoon at the Chicago Quantum Exchange in Hyde Park.
Obama surprises students in Chicago's Hyde Park neighborhood
Former President Obama sent a jolt of excitement through the room Tuesday afternoon at the Chicago Quantum Exchange in Hyde Park.
Obama surprises students in Hyde Park, talks technology
A lesson on emerging technology got a serious shot of star power in Chicago on Tuesday.
Families who have loved ones with dementia reportedly using Apple AirTags to track them
The $29 device can provide caregivers a less-expensive solution in tracking someone who leaves without their phone.
Kane County student helps collect laptops to benefit nearly 15,000 students worldwide
About 15,000 students around the world will have the opportunity to further their educations thanks to the generosity of a northwest suburban Chicago school district and one ambitious high school student.
Kanye West agrees to buy social media platform Parler, company says
After being kicked off other platforms for antisemitic posts, Kanye West has agreed to buy Parler — a social media network known as a conservative version of Twitter.
Americans are using Apple AirTags to track loved ones with dementia, report says
An estimated 6.5 million Americans age 65 and older are living with Alzheimer’s dementia in 2022.
TikTok algorithm mystery: What we know, and don’t know, about the Chinese government's control of the app
Experts warn the TikTok algorithm is likely being manipulated to fit Chinese Communist Party's ambitions.