Tampa Bay Dollar General store manager fired over viral TikTok's on difficult hours, staff shortages
A Tampa Bay Dollar General store manager went viral after posting TikTok videos meant to show how difficult it is to lead a store when hours and employees are limited.
Hand-implanted microchip could be used for contactless payments
Walletmoor said the new technology is safe and will require a short medical procedure.
What to make of Twitter board's 'poison pill' defense against Elon Musk
FOX Business analyst Phil Flynn breaks down the situation regarding Twitter and billionaire Elon Musk and the reported "poison pill" plan to block his proposed buyout offer.
iPhone update adds 'pregnant man' emoji, other gender neutral cartoons
Apple's latest iPhone update added several gender neutral emoji.
What is an NFT? The new digital ‘property’ that is taking the world by storm
There's been a lot of talk about NFTs, but a lot of people may not understand what it is, and why it is fetching high prices. Here's what you should know about this new digital 'property.'
Chicago Hope Academy helping youth develop STEM skills with local partners
Sam Angelotta talks about how OWLS Lacrosse and others are pitching in to help Chicago Hope Academy inspire youth to become future leaders in the STEM fields.
Elon Musk no longer joining Twitter's board of directors, company says
Elon Musk won't be joining Twitter's board of directors as previously announced. The Tesla CEO remains its largest shareholder.
Cash App data breach could have impacted more than 8 million users
The breach is said to have only impacted Cash App Investing users.
NAMA Show brings latest automation tech to McCormick Place
Carla Balakgie, president and CEO of the National Automatic Merchandising Association, talks about their show taking place this week at McCormick Place.
Study finds Tiktok triggers parts of the brain associated with addiction
Julie Jargon from The Wall Street Journal talks about her report on the "Tiktok brain" phenomenon and why kids are losing their attention spans one video at a time.
Teen gorilla at Chicago’s Lincoln Park Zoo getting distracted by visitor's cellphones
Amare, a 16-year-old gorilla at Lincoln Park Zoo, has developed an interest in sitting next to a glass partition where he can glimpse visitor’s cellphones.
How spending excessive time online can impact adults
Dr. Patricia Perez from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology talks about how excessive screen time and social media use can negatively impact adults.
Twitter edit feature in the works, company says
The social media giant announced on its account that the company had been working on an edit feature since last year.
New 'Life Makeover' book encourages people to find and embrace their inner beauty
Journalist and Youtuber Dominique Sachse expounds on lessons and experiences from her new book, "Life Makeover."
Buying and selling real estate in the metaverse: What is behind the virtual land boom?
Adam Hollander, co-founder of White Sands Game, explains the functionality and value behind virtual real estate in the metaverse and how our lives will be impacted going forward.
Spam text messages sent from your own number are from ‘bad actors,’ Verizon says
Verizon formally acknowledged the issue on Tuesday and said its team, as well as U.S. law enforcement, are working to find out who or what is the source of the spam texts.
Chicago GameSpace provides delightful refuge for video game lovers
FOX 32's Tim McGill tours Chicago GameSpace on whirlwind tour of video gaming lore.
Emoji drug code decoded: Parents, do you know what that text really means?
They look innocent, but the combination of cookie, snowman, box, and parachute emojis can be code for "a large batch of cocaine has arrived." A school bus is code for Xanax. The DEA has released an "emoji drug decoder" in an effort to educate parents about the new ways drugs are being bought and sold.
Doctors warn against dangerous 'garlic in nose' Tiktok trend
Dr. Matthew Budoff from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA explains why putting garlic up your nose is not healthy or effective in reducing your sinuses.
KIDS TOO movement aims to protect children from the dangers of social media
Tania Haigh from the KIDS TOO Movement talks about what they're doing to actively protect children from the dangers of social media.